A Store at War

Lily’s World War II Retail Adventure in Full Voice

Written byJoanna Toye

Narrated byOlivia Dowd

Length7h47m

Release dateJanuary 10, 2019

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Family Life

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 4.0 (5 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Author	Joanna Toye
Narrator	Olivia Dowd
Runtime	7h47m
Published	January 10, 2019
Rating	★★★★★ 4.0 / 5 (5 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Family Life, Literary Fiction, Sagas, Historical Fiction, Romance, Historical, 20th Century
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Experience the bustling chaos of a Midlands department store during WWII through the eyes of Lily Collins, narrated by Olivia Dowd with an engaging and expressive voice. ‘A Store at War’ delves into the lives of employees navigating personal growth amid wartime pressures. The narration is vivid, making you feel like part of the storeroom and the showroom. This audiobook captures the essence of family dynamics and wartime camaraderie, offering a poignant glimpse into a bygone era’s retail magic and heartwarming bonds.

Tags: World War IIRetail NarrationFamily BondsHistorical FictionAudiobook Production

Why Listen to A Store at War?

Expert narration by Olivia Dowd brings every character and scene to life across 7h47m of immersive audio.
Bestseller-quality story from Joanna Toye, rated 4.0 stars by 5 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

AudioBook Atlas

Olivia Dowd brings to life the spirited Lily Collins with remarkable nuance, her voice perfectly capturing the youthful optimism of a store assistant thrust into the thick of wartime Britain. The narration is exceptional; Dowd imbues each character—especially the witty Miss Frobisher—with distinct voices that enhance the story’s rich tapestry. ‘A Store at War’ excels in pacing, balancing light-hearted moments with poignant ones that tug at your heartstrings. However, some plot twists feel slightly predictable. Still, it remains a captivating listen, especially for fans of period drama and heartfelt family stories.

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