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Yours Cheerfully: the best possible antidote for the blahs, the doldrums, all slumps, but also effective against letdowns and general malaise. Loved. Every. Word."
--Bonnie Garmus, author of Lessons in Chemistry "[A] charmer of a book. . . . This heartwarming novel moves through laughter and tears, romances and deaths. As she weaves historical events, slang, and popular culture into her story, Pearce brilliantly evokes the era." --Historical Novels Society
"As with Dear Mrs. Bird, the women in this book are far more interesting than the men. . . . But perhaps that is one of the points of the book--that the war propelled women out of their traditional roles and into the mess of life, while the men kept a stiff upper lip and carried on." --Minneapolis Star Tribune
"An uplifting novel, full of spirit for the good fight." --Midwest Book Review
"Pearce packs in lighthearted banter and depictions of the good-spirited citizens of London working together to survive the war. . . . With big stakes and formidable opponents, this exciting saga is a fruitful exploration of the solidarity among women in times of grief, love, and hardship." --Publishers Weekly
"Pearce captures the spirit and hopefulness of those left at home during war, and readers will delight in this second chance to ride along with Emmy." --Booklist
"Charmingly humorous, but unflinching about the war's human tragedies. . . . this story offers a heartening message of women's power to create change." --HistoricalNovels.info
"An absolute delight! I loved
Dear Mrs. Bird and was thrilled to spend more time with Emmy and Bunty in
Yours, Cheerfully. AJ Pearce shines a light on the hardships that women factory workers faced during World War II, an echo to the plight of working mothers today. Endearing, poignant, and relevant, this uplifting novel is a treat!"
--Janet Skeslien Charles, author of The Paris Library "Brimming with charm, wit, and poignancy, Yours Cheerfully is a wartime story of women's strength and friendship that touches deeply and shines with heart. Emmy Lake is a character for the ages." --Jennifer Rosner, author of The Yellow Bird Sings
"In an unreliable world, I'm glad we can depend on AJ Pearce to deliver a delectable read." --Annie Barrows, co-author of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
"Yours Cheerfully is a joyful world into which I happily escaped--engrossing, engaging and charming. I finished reading with a smile, ready for anything." --Ericka Waller, author of Dog Days
"Yours Cheerfully is a tonic--comforting and uplifting. So much fun and a breath of fresh air!" --Tor Udall, author of A Thousand Paper Birds
"Full of the cheerful bravery and good humor that makes AJ Pearce's writing so special, with punch-the-air moments set against the sadness and loss of war." --Julie Cohen, author of Spirited
"Once again, AJ Pearce has provided us with a beautifully escapist read. Yours Cheerfully is a balm for the soul." --Tracy Rees, author of Amy Snow
