The Women on Platform Two by Laura Anthony

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The Women on Platform Two

Publisher’s Summary

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… The Women on Platform Two is an “inspiring novel about the liberating paths blazed by Irish women” (Kirkus Reviews) and how much farther we still have to go.

Customer Reviews

1-5 of 2 reviews

  • Kindle Customer

    Beautifully written. Captivating narration. Incredibly inspiring story.

    Beautifully written. Captivating narration. Incredibly inspiring story.

    Excellent.

    September 20, 2026
  • Denwise

    This topic around women’s rights and contraception in parts of Ireland over 50 years ago was incredibly well shared and I was so interested. A beautifully narrated story with so much truth from times gone by it resonated as I am of that generation. The addition of poverty & abortion along with domestic violence made it a story with a range of emotions for me. You are clever writer Laura Anthony & the narrators did an excellent job telling the stories. This audible book will remain a favourite. Thank you

    October 3, 2026

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