Jinnie [antikvár]

Chapter One D Blackburn Town ROPPiNG HER CARRIER bags to the floor, Louise Hunter kicked off her shoes and with a long, heartfelt sigh, leaned back and closed her eyes. It had been one of those days. From the rear of the tram, a young woman caught sight of her and, knowing what she knew, found it hard to tear her gaze away. Her companion, a bright young thing called Helen with painted mouth and long, bare legs, was suddenly curious. 'D'you know that woman?' she asked. Keeping her gaze on Louise, her friend nodded. Impatient, Helen nudged her. 'So go on, Stell, who is she?' 'Ssh!' Shifting her gaze, the girl called Stella warned, 'Keep your voice down or she'll hear you.' Offended, her friend slithered down in her seat.