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The Dover Cafe at War Ginny Bell

The Dover Cafe at War By Ginny Bell

The Dover Cafe at War by Ginny Bell


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Summary

The first book in a brand-new World War II saga series. A bustling, homely place run by the formidable Nellie Castle and her six children. Since the scandalous birth of her beloved son ten years before, Marianne, Nellie's eldest daughter, has preferred to stay in the kitchen, hidden away from the scrutiny of the town gossips.

The Dover Cafe at War Summary

The Dover Cafe at War: A heartwarming WWII tale (The Dover Cafe Series Book 1) by Ginny Bell

'Brilliantly written . . . I loved it.' Rosie Goodwin The first book in a brand-new World War II saga series. Perfect for readers of Ellie Dean, Annie Groves and for fans of the Home Fires series. Dover, 1939 At the heart of Market Square lies Castle's Cafe, run by the formidable Nellie Castle and her six children. Since the scandalous birth of her son ten years ago, Marianne, Nellie's eldest daughter, has preferred to stay in the kitchen, hidden away from the scrutiny of the town gossips. Overcome with shame, she has never revealed the identity of Donny's father - not even to her own mother. But with World War II just around the corner, soon Marianne's past catches up with her. And suddenly the lives of the Castle family become a lot more complicated. Will the secrets from her past destroy their future? - - - - - Readers love The Dover Cafe at War: 'A brilliant evocation of a family and community pulling together in wartime. Full of drama, laughter, and nail biting cliff hangers. A triumph!' Annie Clarke, author of The Factory Girls series 'Well-researched and expertly written . . . Perfect for those days when all you want is a book to lose yourself in.' Fiona Ford, author of The Liberty Girls 'A joyous read, the sort of book to read in one sitting.' Kitty Danton, author of A Wartime Christmas 'A rattling good novel that gives the reader a front seat at the Dover cafe during World War 2 . . . a really good start to what looks to be a fascinating saga.' Shirley Mann, author of Lily's War 'Brilliantly researched, written with warmth and insight, brimming with emotion and drama, and starring a cast of superbly drawn characters who are guaranteed to touch the hearts of readers everywhere.' Lancashire Post 'What a brilliant book . . . can't wait to read the next one.' Netgalley reviewer 'This book is such a joy to read.' Netgalley reviewer 'This was a wonderful read. Looking forward to the next in the series.' Netgalley reviewer

The Dover Cafe at War Reviews

Brilliantly written and researched, I loved it * Rosie Goodwin *
Well-researched and expertly written . . . Perfect for those days when all you want is a book to lose yourself in. * Fiona Ford *
A brilliant evocation of a family and community pulling together in wartime. Full of drama, laughter, and nail biting cliff hangers. A triumph! * Annie Clarke *
A joyous read, the sort of book to read in one sitting. * Kitty Danton, author of A Wartime Christmas *
A rattling good novel that gives the reader a front seat at the Dover cafe during World War 2 . . . a really good start to what looks to be a fascinating saga. * Shirley Mann, author of Lily's War *
Brilliantly researched, written with warmth and insight, brimming with emotion and drama, and starring a cast of superbly drawn characters who are guaranteed to touch the hearts of readers everywhere, The Dover Cafe series looks set to be a new favourite with saga fans. * The Lancashire Post *

About Ginny Bell

Ginny Bell went to school in Dover, never realising at the time what a fascinating and crucial role the town played in World War Two. She is a freelance editor who lives in London with her three children. The Dover Cafe at War is her first novel.

Additional information

GOR010983022
9781838771430
1838771433
The Dover Cafe at War: A heartwarming WWII tale (The Dover Cafe Series Book 1) by Ginny Bell
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Bonnier Zaffre
2020-09-17
544
N/A
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This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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