Somewhere in France: A Novel of the Great War [Large Print]
English
By (author): Jennifer Robson
Lady Elizabeth Neville-Ashford wants to travel the world, pursue a career, and marry for love. But in 1914, the stifling restrictions of aristocratic British society and her mothers rigid expectations forbid Lilly from following her heart. When war breaks out, the spirited young woman seizes her chance for independence. Defying her parents, she moves to London and eventually becomes an ambulance driver in the newly formed Womens Army Auxiliary Corpsan exciting and treacherous job that takes her close to the Western Front.
Assigned to a field hospital in France, Lilly is reunited with Robert Fraser, her dear brother Edwards best friend. The handsome Scottish surgeon has always encouraged Lillys dreams. She doesnt care that Robbie grew up in povertyshe yearns for their friendly affection to become something more. Lilly is the most beautifuland forbiddenwoman Robbie has ever known. Fearful for her life, hes determined to keep her safe, even if it means breaking her heart.
In a world divided by class, filled with uncertainty and death, can their hope for love survive . . . or will it become another casualty of this tragic war