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In 1950s Manchester, the bustling market is a source of tempting bargains - as well as the local gossip. Dena loves her Saturday job at Belle Garside's market cafe, where she is a universal favourite. She is soon in thrall …

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In 1950s Manchester, the bustling market is a source of tempting bargains - as well as the local gossip. Dena loves her Saturday job at Belle Garside's market cafe, where she is a universal favourite. She is soon in thrall to Belle's two sons, who are good looking, exciting and dangerous - but when her younger brother is killed by a gang of young thugs Dena is taken into care. As she tries to rebuild her life, she returns to her beloved market, but only when it is far too late does Dena begin to ask: has she fallen in love with her brother's killer?

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"In 1950s Manchester, the bustling market is a source of tempting bargains - as well as the local gossip. Dena loves her Saturday job at Belle Garside's market cafe, where …"

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