A Pocketful Of Silver

One Woman’s Fight for a Better Life in the Heart of Liverpool

A Pocketful of Silver by Anne Baker, published by Headline in 2003, is a compelling and emotionally rich family saga set in 1950s Liverpool. With her signature warmth and attention to historical detail, Baker delivers a powerful story of resilience, ambition, and the enduring strength of love.

Young and spirited Kate Monroe dreams of more than the hand-to-mouth life she’s always known. Working long hours as a seamstress to support her ailing mother and younger siblings, Kate’s only escape is her passion for fashion design and a fierce determination to make something of herself. When an unexpected opportunity comes her way, she dares to believe that a brighter future might be within reach.

But the path to success is never easy. Faced with jealousy, betrayal, and family secrets that threaten to derail everything, Kate must summon all her courage to protect those she loves and hold on to her dreams.

A Pocketful of Silver is a heartwarming and dramatic tale of a young woman finding her voice in a world that often tries to silence it. Perfect for fans of Katie Flynn, Maureen Lee, and Lyn Andrews, this is Anne Baker at her storytelling best.