Mill Girl by Sue Reid is a gripping historical novel from the My Story series, offering a powerful and emotional insight into the life of a young girl working in the harsh conditions of the Industrial Revolution.
Told in diary format, the story follows Eliza, a 13-year-old girl in 1842, who is forced to leave school and work in a cotton mill to support her struggling family. As she faces grueling hours, dangerous machinery, and unfair treatment, Eliza dreams of a better future. But with child labor laws barely enforced and few opportunities for girls like her, will she ever escape the hardships of mill life?
Rich in historical detail, Mill Girl paints a vivid picture of Victorian England, highlighting the struggles and resilience of working-class children during the Industrial Revolution.