The Matchgirl & The Workhouse Waif & A Daughter's Promise 3 Books Collection Set by Lynette Rees - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
The Matchgirl
The Workhouse Waif
A Daughter's Promise

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback

Overview:
Step into the rich, bustling world of historical Britain with the Lynette Rees Collection, a trio of absorbing, character-driven novels that put young women at the heart of dramatic social change. In The Matchgirl, sixteen-year-old Lottie Perkins faces a pivotal choice as the harsh realities of a match factory threaten her health and future. When a courageous journalist, Annie Besant, begins asking questions, Lottie must decide whether to risk everything for people she loves or to stay silent to safeguard livelihoods. The Workhouse Waif follows Megan after her father’s mining death, a family torn apart and forced into the crowded, unforgiving world of the local workhouse. Megan’s courage grows as she struggles to redefine her destiny and that of those she cares for. A Daughter’s Promise centers on Kathryn Flynn, an eighteen-year-old seamstress in Whitechapel, whose family pressures collide with her own hopes as an older city gentleman named Squire offers security—and a life she has long imagined. These interwoven tales deliver historical texture, emotional urgency, and hopeful resilience, inviting readers to root for change and connection against formidable odds.

What Makes This Collection Special:
Three standalone, heart-driven stories share a powerful throughline: young women who refuse to be defined by circumstance, choosing courage, loyalty, and justice over quiet acceptance. Lynette Rees blends meticulous period detail with modern sensibilities, offering readers immersive settings, vivid social dynamics, and compelling moral questions. The collection provides a binge-reading journey in a single purchase—perfect for fans of historical fiction, social history, and romance who crave depth without sprawling series commitments. Each novel stands on its own, yet together they form a cohesive reading experience that highlights resilience, sisterhood, and the courage to seek a better life. The set’s packaging feels premium and gift-ready, ideal for anniversaries, birthdays, or simply expanding a cherished library with a trusted UK author.

Books Included in This Collection:
The Matchgirl
Sixteen-year-old Lottie Perkins faces a pivotal choice as the match factory’s dire conditions threaten her health and future. The narrative centers on friendship, courage, and the moral weight of standing up to powerful interests. When Annie Besant, a courageous journalist, begins asking questions, Lottie must decide whether to risk everything for the possibility of reform. The atmosphere blends hardship with hope, offering a vivid portrait of factory life and the quiet bravery of ordinary workers.

The Workhouse Waif
After her father’s death in a mining accident, Megan and her family are forced into the local workhouse. Separated from her mother and siblings, Megan learns to fend for herself while clinging to the dream of a better life. A chance encounter with a street-smart boy who steals apples leads them toward a path of shared risk and determined escape, highlighting resilience, companionship, and the push for dignity against harsh systems.

A Daughter's Promise
Yorkshire-born Kathryn Flynn, an eighteen-year-old seamstress in Whitechapel, struggles to support her widowed mother and younger siblings as work dries up. Desperation nudges her toward desperate choices, until a suitor—an older city gentleman named Squire—offers protection and a life she has long imagined. The tension between safety and independence, sacrifice and love, creates a compelling emotional arc that explores class, ambition, and the cost of trust.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This collection is ideal for readers who love historical fiction with strong, brave heroines and social themes. It suits fans of period drama, family sagas, and coming-of-age stories set against real-world pressures. Suitable for older teens and adults alike, it makes a thoughtful gift for book clubs, teachers, and anyone who enjoys immersive storytelling with tangible sense of place. If you crave multi-layered character journeys, loyalty, and the resilience of communities facing hardship, this set will resonate deeply and linger in memory long after the final page.

Key Benefits:

• Three complete, BRAND NEW paperback novels in one collectible set.
• Historically rich, character-driven stories with strong, inspiring heroines.
• Standalone narratives that still share a cohesive mood and social themes.
• Excellent value versus buying titles individually; ideal for gifting.
• Perfect for BookTok, Bookstagram, and traditional readers who love historical fiction.
• Premium paperback format with durable design for everyday reading and display.

About the Author:
Lynette Rees is known for historical fiction that places young women at the center of social change. Her stories blend detailed period atmosphere with accessible, emotionally resonant storytelling, giving readers a vivid sense of place while exploring themes of resilience, community, and personal growth. In this collection, Rees brings three distinct voices to life—Lottie Perkins, Megan, and Kathryn Flynn—each navigating love, duty, and courage in challenging times. Readers who enjoy well-researched settings, strong character arcs, and emotionally satisfying conclusions will find her voice engaging and trustworthy, with a knack for weaving social history into compelling drama.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
Owning the complete Lynette Rees Collection delivers a richer reading experience than a single title alone. You’ll enjoy three distinct yet thematically linked stories, each offering heart, hope, and a sense of historical truth. It’s a thoughtful gift for fans of period dramas, social history, and coming-of-age tales, and a perfect addition to any collector’s shelf. The paperback format keeps it accessible for everyday reading and easy sharing with friends, while the UK publishing pedigree adds an extra layer of credibility and polish.

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.