Till The Boys Come Home

by S E Morgan

FBT review:

Discover the gripping historical saga "Till The Boys Come Home" by S E Morgan, a vivid account of a family torn apart by World War I. Follow the Bennison family's struggles as they cope with the harsh realities of war on both the front lines and the home front. From the trenches of France to the mining town of Consett, County Durham, experience the emotional journey of Ben, Polly, and their children as they navigate through fear, loss, and sacrifice during a time of great upheaval. A poignant depiction of love, resilience, and the fight for survival, this compelling story is a must-read for fans of indie historical fiction. Order your copy now and immerse yourself in the Bennison family's battle for survival.

Publisher Description:

Amid a world unravelling, can the Bennison family survive the storm of World War I?

County Durham, 1914. For Ben Bennison, enlisting in the army offers a way out of the backbreaking drudgery of the steelworks. His ambition turns to bitter regret after he persuades his brothers, Joe and Billy, to join him on the battlefields of Flanders. As the unrelenting horrors of war unfold, Ben is haunted by a guilt no victory can erase.

On the home front, Polly Bennison and sister-in-law Georgina watch as lists of local men killed, missing and wounded grow ever longer. With their men at war, they struggle to feed their children on meager separation allowances as food and fuel prices soar. When German shells hammer Hartlepool and Scarborough, they realise the war is not just for soldiers; it's being fought by everyone.

Margaret Bennison watches her three sons leave for war with dread, while their father takes pride in his boys’ service to King and Country.

As the weeks stretch into months, the hopes of Kitchener’s New Army are buried in the unrelenting mud of the trenches. The harsh truth of war tears through lives, irrespective of rank. As thousands of young officers fall, promotions are no longer a matter of class, a man’s ability finally counts.

Based on a true story, a heartrending tale of sacrifice, survival, and the unyielding strength of family in the darkest of times. Heartbreak. Courage. Hope.