Good Time Girls

World War Two casts a dark shadow over the Hammersmith Palais de Danse, but the show must go on... April 1940. Violet Millington, is ready to rediscover the joy of living. As she waltzes into the palais, to begin her new life of boosting morale in war swept London, she must leave her family's sorrow behind her. But soon Violet discovers she's not the only one with something they're running from. Violet quickly befriends gutsy American Nancy, the diamond of the dance hall, flame-haired Renee with her enviable foxtrot, and Temperance, who must overcome her bullies to achieve her dreams. In the face of the Blitz, news of a Palais dance competition keeps the foursome's spirits up. But as the contest draws near, a devastating chain of events is set in motion with life-changing consequences. As the Good Time Girls face the music, can the ties of friendship, love and loyalty ensure they survive? With a passion for reading from practically the moment she was born; it was inevitable Fiona would become a writer. Sure enough, after studying English Literature at university, Fiona became a journalist before making her move to books where she began ghost writing fiction for celebrities (too famous to name, of course). One day, some bright spark suggested she write her own stories and, suddenly, an idea was born. She lives in Berkshire with her husband and two cats, and has an unhealthy attitude towards exercise and chocolate - believing one must surely cancel out the other. An emotional, heart-warming and gripping wartime saga Author is based in Caversham (Berkshire), United Kingdom. Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Vicki Beeby and Rosie Goodwin.

London, December 1940. It's Christmas for the Good Time Girls, and whilst London tries to inject some sparkle into the wartime rubble, the women of the Hammersmith Palais aren't looking forward to the festive season. Nancy continues her battle to keep control of the Palais as Ronnie and his thugs appear at every turn, determined to take what he lost back. Can she draw on all of her strength to keep everyone safe, even if it means sacrificing herself? Meanwhile, Betty and Violet have secrets of their own. Secrets which would cause certain ruin if they were discovered. With Ronnie's presence always looming, the girls are constantly looking over their shoulders - and must continue to fight for their lives, and their freedom, as World War Two continues around them. This Christmas might not be merry and jolly, but the Good Time Girls will once again take to the stage and ensure the show goes on. With a passion for reading from practically the moment she was born; it was inevitable Fiona would become a writer. Sure enough, after studying English Literature at university, Fiona became a journalist before making her move to books where she began ghost writing fiction for celebrities (too famous to name, of course). One day, some bright spark suggested she write her own stories and, suddenly, an idea was born. She lives in Berkshire with her husband and two cats, and has an unhealthy attitude towards exercise and chocolate - believing one must surely cancel out the other. A festive and heartwarming saga novel for the holidays Author is based in Caversham (Berkshire), United Kingdom. Perfect for fans of Rosie Clarke, Vicki Beeby and Rosie Goodwin.

London, June 1942. The bombs are falling, the music plays on, but can the Good Time Girls keep dancing? Everything has finally fallen into place for Renee. So when vicar Roger asks her to support a new dance hall, it should be a great way to give back to the community. Except Renee has a terrible secret she is holding onto. One that Roger can never know about... Nancy will keep Renee's secret. But she's got her own problems: handsome GI Jack has turned her head, and the American soldiers are causing a stir. Temperance has made a new friend - but now that she has someone who can understand the challenges she faces, will her relationship with Archie survive? All Violet wants is to spend every minute with her precious baby Eamon. But with her sweetheart dead and cruel gossips making life a misery for her and her mixed-race son, will she be able to weather the hostility she's forced to face every day? Things have never been so tough for the Good Time Girls, but they'll get through it as long as they have each other... With a passion for reading from practically the moment she was born; it was inevitable Fiona would become a writer. Sure enough, after studying English Literature at university, Fiona became a journalist before making her move to books where she began ghost writing fiction for celebrities (too famous to name, of course). One day, some bright spark suggested she write her own stories and, suddenly, an idea was born. She lives in Berkshire with her husband and two cats, and has an unhealthy attitude towards exercise and chocolate - believing one must surely cancel out the other. The third instalment in the absolutely gripping and heart-warming wartime saga series The Good Time Girls Author is based in Caversham (Berkshire), United Kingdom. Perfect for fans of Pam Howes, Vicki Beeby and Nancy Revell.