Fishers Wharf

BRAND NEW from Tracy BainesThe winds of war bring uncertainty but also opportunity… With the outbreak of War, the fishing fleet is confined to port, bringing hardship to the families and businesses of Fishers Wharf. Ruth Evans awaits the safe return of her father's last trawler carrying her wayward brother Henry, the future of the family business. But unbeknown to their father, Henry sees war as a chance to break free from the constraints of his privileged background and follow his heart. Much is expected of Ruth. Her marriage to Arthur Marshall will help realise her father's dream uniting two of the largest trawler companies in Grimsby. But will Ruth choose the path of duty or destiny? Ruth's friendship with hardworking Letty Hardy sustains her. Separated by class, they are united through their work for the Fishermen's Mission as Letty battles to keep her business and family afloat while husband Alec serves on the minesweepers. Can they navigate the treacherous waters ahead – or will they be caught by hidden dangers? Praise for Tracy Baines: 'A charming, heart-warming saga about ambition, hard work and courage in the cut and thrust of a world often driven by jealousy and spite' Rosie Clarke 'Immerse yourself in the exciting, evocative world of Wartime musical theatre. I highly recommend this book' Fenella Miller 'An absorbing and poignant saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it' Elaine Roberts 'Terrific - beautifully written. The book twinkles. A well-crafted and satisfying story' Maisie Thomas 'A pleasure from start to finish' Glenda Young 'You will have to read this well-researched song and dance of a novel in great gulps as I did' Annie Clark 'I just loved this book! Molly Walton 'The Variety Girls is terrific - beautifully written and with an unusual background. The stage costumes twinkle with sequins and the book twinkles with tiny details of theatre life that add depth and atmosphere to this well-crafted and satisfying story' Maisie Thomas 'A pleasure from start to finish' Glenda Young 'You will have to read this well-researched song and dance of a novel in great gulps as I did' Milly Adams 'An evocative, busy, entertaining read, which has well balanced touches of humour, vying with angst, and of course, more than a dollop of tension' Margaret Graham, Frost Magazine 'Characterisation is one of the book's strong points – the individual characters stay in your mind long after you finish the story' Barbara Dynes, The Voice

Can you leave the past behind and embrace the future? - A brand new series from Tracy Baines. 'A new saga author has arrived. The Women of Fisher's Wharf is a joy to read' - AnneMarie Brear Great Grimsby, 1912 Newlywed fisherman Alec Hardy decides to make a fresh start with his young wife Letty and move to the thriving fishing port of Grimsby in search of a brighter future. Letty is from farming stock and knows nothing of the hard life as a fishermen's wife but is willing to embrace the challenge with Alec. But where Alec goes, so does his widowed mother, Dorcas and she has trouble coming to terms with taking second place in her son's life. With Alec at sea for weeks on end, the two women clash and Letty seeks escape from her bitter mother-in-law amongst the streets of Fish Dock Wharf. Can Letty help them break free from the shadows of the past or will she be bound by Dorcas' insistence that they cling to the old ways? Praise for Tracy Baines: 'A saga about ambition, hard work, courage ...and spite'. Rosie Clarke I highly recommend this book.' Fenella Miller 'An emotional, entertaining read that had me gripped!' Sheila Riley 'An absorbing saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it...' Elaine Roberts 'Terrific - beautifully written. A well-crafted and satisfying story' Maisie Thomas 'A pleasure from start to finish.' Glenda Young 'an evocative, busy, entertaining read vying with angst, and of course, more than a dollop of tension.' Margaret Graham, Frost Magazine 'Characterisation is one of the book's strong points – the individual characters stay in your mind long after you finish the story.' Barbara Dynes, The Voice'I just loved this book! Molly Walton

A brand new gritty, historical saga set around the hardworking women of Grimsby Dockyard from bestselling Tracy Baines! Perfect for fans of Lizzie Lane, Nancy Revell and Pam Howes ❤️ Sometimes it's not about saving others – it's about saving yourself… Great Grimsby, Peace Day July 1919 The Great War is over, and few families have been left untouched. Those who remain face a tough and uncertain future. Letty Hardy has managed to keep her family afloat by running a café and chandlers on Grimsby Docks. She's grateful for the safe return of her husband Alec from minesweeping duties, when many women were not so fortunate. War has left deep scars buried beneath the surface and one explosive secret is set to blow the family apart. Trawler owner Richard Evans worked hard to leave a legacy. Something to hand down through the generations. With his sons lost to war, Ruth, his only daughter, stands to inherit the Excel Trawler Company, so it's important that she marries well. But is her current suitor the right husband for Ruth? Can the folk of Great Grimsby rebuild their lives and find the peace they so desperately seek? A gritty story of love, forgiveness and redemption perfect for readers of Elaine Everest, Nancy Revell and Pam Howes. If you love The Dockyard Girls - try Tracy's other series The Seaside Girls Praise for Tracy Baines: 'Brilliant book. Absolutely loved this book and hoping there's a next chapter of the story. The characters really come to life. Highly recommend. Love Tracy's books.' - Reader Review 'Brilliant. I could not put this book down I will be reading more by this author thank you Tracy Baines' - Reader Review 'A saga about ambition, hard work, courage ...and spite'. - Rosie Clarke 'Oh wow I have just cried buckets at the end. Such a brilliant book but oh what an ending. Hope there will be more to this series' - Reader Review 'Fantastic book. This book was great, I enjoyed it from the beginning till the end . The only problem was ,''I didn't want it to end . I will be buying more books by this author.' - Reader Review 'A new saga author has arrived. The Dockyard Girls is a joy to read' - AnneMarie Brear 'Brilliant read. I was gripped from the first few pages brilliant characters and story line I couldn't but it down really really enjoyed every page' - Reader Review 'I highly recommend this book.' - Fenella Miller 'Fantastic reading the characters drew you in straight from page one - can't wait for the second book !!' - Reader Review 'An emotional, entertaining read that had me gripped!' - Sheila Riley 'I couldn't put this book down and read it in a day whilst on holiday.' - Reader Review 'An absorbing saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it...' Elaine Roberts