An Angel Passing Over — Alexandra Connor

Rags-to-riches saga set in Lancashire Grace Ellis is born into rural poverty in Lancashire during the First World War. Encouraged by a mysterious benefactor while her family crumbles around her, she succeeds in building her own business empire through sheer determination and talent. But sometimes that isn't enough, and she must call upon every ounce of strength in her redoubtable character to triumph over scheming adversaries and win her true love.