Book Review—Mrs. Porter Calling by AJ Pearce

I was so happy when Mrs. Porter Calling, the third book in the Emmy Lake Chronicles by AJ Pearce was published last year. The books are best read in order   (begin with Dear Mrs. Bird followed by Yours Cheerfully) because of the progression of the characters and events of WWII. Emmy Lake is the central character in all of the novels. AJ Pearce has created a strong female character with such a heart for others. She is funny, witty and fiercely protective of her friends. The books give the reader a realistic glimpse of what life was like on the home front during WWII in London.

Mrs. Porter Calling is set in London in April of 1943. Emmy’s husband, Charles, is still away at war. Emmy continues to work at Women’s Friend magazine and is now in charge of the “Yours Cheerfully” column, which gives advice to women across England. However, when Mrs. Cressida Porter becomes the new publisher of the magazine, everything goes haywire at the office, and the future of Women’s Friend is in jeopardy.

I highly recommend this series. I have listened to all of the books on audio. Anna Popplewell is an outstanding narrator, making the character of Emmy Lake come alive. The best news is that there will be a fourth book in the series. From what I understand, AJ Pearce is writing it now. I can hardly wait!