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A New Day at Paradise Pottery by Lynn Johnson - Fiction - Paperback
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781804360408
Overview:
A New Day at Paradise Pottery is a historical novel by Lynn Johnson that follows Martha as her family struggles under the shadow of World War I. With her father’s growing reliance on alcohol and his volatile temper, the household faces strain, while war abroad compounds hardship at home. Lacking money or formal training, Martha takes a job at the local pottery, hoping for stability, yet she longs for a future beyond the production line. This intimate story blends resilience, community, and courage into a meditation on hope and renewal.
About the Books:
Set against the kilns and the hum of wheel rooms, A New Day at Paradise Pottery paints a vivid portrait of life on the home front during World War I. Martha's world centers on family loyalty as she navigates a home shadowed by her father’s drinking and escalating temper, while war draws men away and wages economic strain. The novel tracks her ascent from a production-line job to a role of influence within her community, as she learns to advocate for herself and others. Johnson balances hardship with warmth and humor, inviting readers to witness small victories that accumulate into lasting change. The prose is intimate and accessible, with richly drawn characters whose choices echo across generations. Readers will feel the ache of lost security, then the spark of possibility when Martha discovers new skills, friendships, and a sense of purpose beyond survival. The book doubles as a tightly plotted family drama and a social snapshot of working-class life in early 20th-century Britain, making it suitable for readers who enjoy historical realism, character-driven narratives, and stories about resilience, community, and the power of small acts to rebuild a life. Subplots about friendship across generations add texture, while crisp details of factory life anchor the drama in believable history. This is a coming-of-age tale that respects its era while offering modern readers a hopeful pathway through adversity.
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About the Author:
Lynn Johnson is a novelist whose work blends historical detail with intimate character studies. With a background in teaching and a passion for everyday courage, she writes stories that illuminate ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. A New Day at Paradise Pottery showcases her ability to weave social history—wartime shortages, factory life, and family dynamics—into a compassionate, page-turning narrative. Her research and clear prose invite readers to step into the past while connecting with timeless themes of hope and solidarity.
Why You’ll Love This [Book / Set / Box Set]:
Why you’ll love this book: A New Day at Paradise Pottery blends hardship with resilience, presenting a deeply human historical drama. The clear writing, authentic period details, and a memorable heroine make it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction and hopeful endings. Perfect for weekend reading or a thoughtful gift.
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