The Butterfly Girl

A heart-wrenching tale of wartime spirit and the courage of a young nurse during the Plymouth Blitz.

1941. Bombs are raining down on the city. For trainee nurse Pippa Luscombe, tragedy strikes when her hospital takes a direct hit. In one terrifying moment, Pippa’s life is turned upside-down.

With the support of her best friend, fellow nurse Steph, Pippa picks up the threads of her life again. But the incident has left lasting scars. Totally dedicated to her nursing role, she determines never to fall in love and sacrifice her career and freedom.

But one day she discovers she has an unexpected admirer. A patient hands her a piece of paper. A heartfelt note to his butterfly girl.

In this one moment, Pippa’s life is changed once more.

As the war in Europe rages on, Pippa must face some difficult decisions as she experiences both love and loss in search of her own happiness.

Fans of Nadine Dorries, Rosie Goodwin, Dilly Court, Chrissie Walsh, Lizzie Lane, Freda Lightfoot and Sylvia Broady will adore this compelling wartime tale of love and loss, hardship and hope.