The Girl with the Suitcase

SKU: 9781405962223
The Girl with the Suitcase
The Girl with the Suitcase
The Girl with the Suitcase
The Girl with the Suitcase

The Girl with the Suitcase

SKU: 9781405962223
Author: Lesley Pearse
Paperback·Ages 18+·Historical Fiction
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At a glance

🧳 Historical Tone
Emotional, uplifting, atmospheric, heartfelt
⚡ Pace
Immersive, character-driven, emotionally engaging
🌍 Vibes
Wartime uncertainty, fresh starts, hidden pasts, resilience against hardship
👑 Themes
Survival, hope, identity, love, perseverance
🧠 Emotional Journey
Personal growth, emotional healing, overcoming adversity
🔥 Hook
Arriving in an unfamiliar place carrying little more than a suitcase and painful secrets, a young woman must rebuild her life while confronting the shadows of her past
👀 Perfect For
Fans of emotional historical fiction and resilient heroines
*AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW* London, 1941 When Mary meets a glamorous stranger named Elizabeth she realises their lives couldn’t be more different. Elizbeth is beautiful and charming, about to set off on a dazzling adventure to Ireland where she’s inherited a grand house. Mary, shy and meek, has nothing to look forward to but the dreary life of a maid in Hampstead. But when an air raid forces them to take shelter underground Mary’s life is suddenly changed forever. After waking up in hospital, injured but alive, the nurse mistakes her for Elizabeth and hands over her suitcase with Elizabeth’s money and tickets to Ireland inside. This is Mary’s chance to escape the hardship of her life and start afresh. Will she take it and what could go wrong?

Book details

Format
Paperback
Reading age
18+
Pages
400
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Published
26 February 2026
Language
English
ISBN
9781405962223

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ABOUT LESLEY PEARSE

Lesley Pearse is a bestselling writer of historical and contemporary fiction, known for her emotionally rich storytelling and strong, resilient heroines. Her novels, including popular titles like Stolen and Belle, often explore themes of love, hardship, and triumph against adversity. Lesley Pearse is a top choice for readers searching for sweeping historical sagas, women’s fiction, and deeply engaging, character-driven novels.

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