Yes Sister, No Sister

A Nurse’s Tale from the Wards of Yesteryear

Yes Sister, No Sister is Jennifer Craig’s charming and candid memoir of life as a trainee nurse in 1950s Yorkshire, a time when starched uniforms, strict matrons, and unwavering discipline ruled the hospital corridors. With warmth, wit, and honesty, Craig brings to life a world that is both distant and deeply familiar—a world where compassion was taught alongside technique, and where young women learned to stand tall in the face of life, death, and everything in between.

Fresh out of school and full of idealism, Jennifer enters the world of nursing with wide eyes and a willing heart. But the reality of long hours, daunting responsibilities, and the stern rule of the matron quickly reveals that nursing is as much about grit as it is about grace. Along the way, she finds friendship, laughter, and moments of true courage that shape her path.

A Heartwarming Glimpse into Postwar Britain

Published in 2010 by Ebury Publishing, Yes Sister, No Sister is a delightful tribute to a bygone era and to the women who kept its hospitals running. Perfect for fans of nostalgic memoirs and lovers of historical nursing tales, this book is a touching reminder of how much has changed—and how much has stayed the same.