“I love me a Curmudgeon.” –Rachel

I’ve come to the conclusion that I’m a bit of a sucker for a good story built around a quirky curmudgeon. Olive Kitteridge, Miss Benson’s Beetle, A Man Called Ove…I love them all. When the second installment of The Emmy Lake Chronicles came out this summer, I couldn’t imagine Woman’s Friend magazine continuing without the formidable Mrs. Bird.

Yours Cheerfully continues Emmy’s wartime story after parting ways with Mrs. Bird. It follows her progression as a journalist, activist, and soon-to-be married woman. Although slightly predictable, author A.J. Pearce manages to keep you cheering for Emmy and all the female factory employees diligently working to maintain home and family while trying to seriously aid the war effort.

Pearce has done it again—she’s captured charm and locked it away in her pages. Simon and Schuster had this to say about her latest offering: “Every bit as funny, heartwarming, and touching as Dear Mrs. Bird, Yours Cheerfully is a celebration of friendship—a testament to the strength of women and the importance of lifting each other up, even in the most challenging times.” If I’m passing out stars, I’d hand over 4 bright ones for Emmy’s latest exploits. Keep ‘em comin’ A.J.!

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