Martha's Journey

A War-Torn World, A Woman’s Unbreakable Spirit

In Martha’s Journey, beloved author Maureen Lee delivers a poignant and emotionally rich novel about courage, resilience, and the search for belonging in a time of upheaval. Set during the turbulent days of the Second World War, the story follows Martha Rossi, a young woman whose life is turned upside down when tragedy strikes her Liverpool home.

Determined to find her missing brother and escape the shadows of her past, Martha sets out on a journey across a war-ravaged Britain. Along the way, she meets strangers who will shape her destiny and discovers strength she never knew she possessed. But the road is long, and the truths she uncovers are not always easy to bear.

Love, Loss, and the Will to Survive

First published in 2010 by Orion Books, Martha’s Journey is a moving portrait of a woman who refuses to be defeated by fate. With vivid historical detail and Maureen Lee’s signature empathy, this novel captures the heartbreak and hope of a generation tested by war. A must-read for fans of character-driven sagas and stories of triumph against the odds.