Titles in This Set:
The Bobby Girls
The Bobby Girls’ Secrets
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
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Overview:
Discover the sister pair of WW1 era adventures that sparked a beloved series. This two-book set brings together The Bobby Girls and The Bobby Girls’ Secrets, written by Johanna Bell, a trailblazing voice in historical fiction for young readers. Follow Maggie as she forges new friendshipsAnnie, Irene and Sarahthrough the real-world courage of the Women Police Volunteers. Then watch Irene, Maggie and Annie navigate the newly named Womens Police Service in 1915, when the home front in London and beyond feels as perilous as the front lines abroad. These novels blend gripping suspense with warm, character-driven storytelling, delivering a cinematic sense of time and place. The set is ideal for readers who crave historical fiction with heart, strong female friendships, and a front-row seat to women shaping history. Perfect for ages 914 and older history-loving readers, this pair invites readers to binge-read a vividly-researched world of resilience, camaraderie, and moral courage.
What Makes This Collection Special:
What elevates this Bobby Girls set is the through-line of friendship under pressure and the tangible growth of its heroines as they step into roles that challenge gender norms of the era. Johanna Bells research-drenched world-building grounds readers in 19141915 London and rural Grantham, offering authentic details that empower young readers with both empathy and insight. The two titles work in concert: Maggies personal awakening threads through The Bobby Girls, while The Bobby Girls’ Secrets widens the scope to soldiers, spies and the dangers that accompany wartime policing. Together, they form a complete reading journeyan immersive, page-turning experience that rewards consistent reading with a clear progression, a sense of earned maturity, and a vivid sense of historical purpose.
Books Included in This Collection:
The Bobby Girls
Maggies leap into a world of female volunteers is charged with energynew friendships, a sense of purpose, and the fear of letting loved ones down. The book situates readers at the heart of early 20thcentury Britain, where the Women Police Volunteers confront unfamiliar dangers while balancing family expectations. Bell crafts a brisk, compassionate narrative that makes the reader feel the tremor of every decision Maggie makes, from undercover moments to the quiet, humane courage of standing up for a friend. This opening instalment establishes a warm, adventurous tone thats perfect for first-time historical fiction readers and fans of character-driven dramas. The self-contained arc also sets the stage for a broader wartime reading journey youll want to continue.
The Bobby Girls’ Secrets
In 1915, Irene, Maggie and Annie operate under the banner of the newly named Womens Police Service, keeping peace at home while Britains men fight abroad. When Irene accepts a posting near an army barracks in Grantham, Lolas heart and courage are tested against secrecy, risk, and the consequences of choices made in the name of duty. Bells storytelling widens the lens to include the complexities of wartime Britain, from the bustling East End to outlying towns, without losing the warmth of the original trio. The result is a compelling, fast-paced tale that deepens characters bonds and amplifies the stakesperfect for readers who crave both suspense and historical texture.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This two-book collection is ideal for middle-grade and YA readers who love a strong female-led historical fiction. Ideal for readers who enjoyed books about wartime Britain, early female policing, and stories of friendship under pressure. Gift buyers will appreciate the cohesive, immersive journey that spans two complete narratives: a satisfying standalone read with a natural progression into a second, more expansive adventure. Library libraries, classroom explorations of World War I, and BookTok fans seeking historically grounded, emotionally resonant storytelling will find this set particularly appealing. Whether for a reluctant reader drawn to action or a keen historical fiction fan, this duo delivers both educational context and page-turning momentum.
Key Benefits:
- Two complete, cohesive WW1-era adventures with interconnected characters and themes
- Rich historical detail delivered through engaging, accessible storytelling
- Strong female protagonists who navigate danger, duty, and friendship
- Ideal for readers building confidence in longer reads and series continuity
- Great gift for readers of historical fiction, early readers, and series collectors
- Perfect as a school or home-reading set to spark discussion about history and courage
- Delivers binge-read value with a clear progression from one story to the next
- Supported by an author with a reputation for well-researched, heart-forward storytelling
About the Author:
Johanna Bell is an award-winning author and passionate educator who crafts historical fiction with warmth and intellectual rigour. Her work on The Bobby Girls series reflects deep research into the lives of Britains earliest women police, translated into accessible, vivid storytelling for younger readers. Bells background as a Churchill Fellow and her commitment to community arts practice enrich her novels with authentic social context, progressive themes, and a humane focus on friendship and resilience. The Bobby Girls quickly established Bell as a distinctive voice in historical YA fiction, praised for balancing suspense with empathy and for bringing little-known strands of history vividly to life. This two-title collection showcases her talent for weaving two interconnected narratives that feel like a complete, immersive reading journey.
Why Youll Love This Set:
If youre seeking a premium, well-researched historical fiction experience for younger readers, this Bobby Girls set delivers. The pairing offers depth of world-building, consistent voice, and a satisfying arc across two novels, making it a compelling purchase for readers who love stories of bravery and sisterhood. Owning the full set creates a cohesive reading journey thats ideal for gifting, school projects, or personal librariesan inviting invitation into a pivotal era told through friendship, courage and grit.
Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.
