<P><B><I>Will their prayers be answered at the most wonderful time of the year?</I></B><br><br>As Christmas approaches, Alice, Edith and Marg continue to face hardships growing up on one of the poorest streets in Blackpool. Penniless, their friendship has helped them survive this far, but it''ll take more than that to see them through the dark days that lie ahead . . .<br><br>Newly married<B> Alice</B> receives shocking news about her pregnancy that threatens the future she''s always dreamed of, <B>Marg</B> is struggling to care for her ailing mother and ensure her little sister receives the education she deserves, and <B>Edith</B> is grieving the loss of her family while preparing to marry her sweetheart. <br><br>The Halfpenny Girls once again are faced with a struggle, but with the festive season upon them will family, friendship and Christmas spirit see them through?<br><br><B>The second in a brand new series from reader favourite Maggie Mason, <I>The Halfpenny Girls </I>is the perf