Nevertheless She Persisted
Two sisters working in Holloway Prison find themselves face-to-face with imprisoned suffragettes: women fighting for the same freedoms they want for themselves
Nancy is drawn to one inmate in particular – the enigmatic ‘Duchess’. She believes in deeds not words.
Clara is drawn to Ted. He believes in marriage
“Jon Walter has written yet another stunning book with ‘Nevertheless She Persisted.’ A striking, important story about two sisters’ struggle to find their ways as women, in a world dominated by men. Effortless, unforgettable writing”
About Jon Walter
Jon Walter worked for 20 years as a photojournalist. He now writes books for adults and children.
He has shaken hands with two prime ministers, has been in a riot and survived a tsunami. While on holiday in Skye he was once plucked from the streets of Portree to model for Vogue. None of these exciting things appear in his novels.
