About the Book: In Victorian London, sisters Lizzie and Emily are separated from their brother Jim Jarvis and sent to live with a cook, before their journey takes them to the harsh mills of northern England. Forced to work in difficult conditions under the watchful eyes of the mill owners, the girls face poverty, hardship and a bitter winter. As they dream of escape and hope for a reunion with their little brother, they must find courage and resilience to survive. A powerful companion to the modern classic Street Child, this moving historical novel is based on the true experiences of Victorian mill girls.