In 1970s Dublin, all forms of contraception are strictly forbidden, but an intrepid group of women will risk everything to change that in this “heartbreaking, powerful, and ultimately uplifting” (Amanda Geard, author of The Midnight House) novel inspired by a little-known true story.
Dublin, 1969: Maura has just married Dr. Christy Davenport and they look forward to growing their family. But as her husband’s vicious temper emerges, Maura worries that her home might never be safe for a child. Meanwhile, her close friend Bernie, a mother of three, learns the devastating news that another pregnancy could prove fatal.
Dublin, 2023: A close call makes Saoirse realize that she may never want to be a mother. Little does she know that only a few decades ago, a group of women made this option possible for her. And she’s about to meet one of them…
“An exciting and tender coming-of-age story about friendship, family, and the forces that shaped Irish women’s reproductive rights . . . An inspiring novel about the liberating paths blazed by Irish women.” --Kirkus
“A family drama at its core steeped in love, loss, explorations of grief and trauma. The Women on Platform Two is based on a true story of the brave women who were tenacious enough to stand up for change . . . You'll have so many great discussion topics for book club and will leave feeling fired up.” --Glamour
“This important story needs to be told. These remarkable women created a remarkable legacy, one which helped shape the future of those who came after them...profound, moving and memorable. Highly recommended.” --Fresh Fiction
"Powerful...a captivating narrative of courage, female friendship, and the ongoing struggle for a woman's right to choose." —Shelf Awareness
“A stirring intergenerational tale of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of women who dared to choose their own paths.” --Buzzfeed
“An incredible story of female strength, friendship and resilience . . .I rarely give a book five stars but this book truly deserves it. It is an absolute must-read for lovers of historical fiction!” —The Gloss
