Author: Elaine Roberts
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1838933522
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 382
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When the war destroys everything, can you still keep hope alive? 1915, London. World War I has been raging for over a year, but despite it all Rose Spencer is feeling hopeful about the future. She's in love and planning her wedding to lovely, bicycle-shop owner Charlie. She loves working as a seamstress at the glamourous London's Lyceum Theatre but secretly can't help fantasising about seeing her own designs come to life. And even when she won't believe in her talent, thankfully best friends Joyce and Annie are always around to push her to have faith in her dreams. But when a German bomb is dropped on The Strand and the city falls to chaos, her life is turned upside down – is hope for a better future lost for good? And if one dream ends, can she find the strength to fight for a different one? From the author of the Foyles Bookshop series, Secret Hopes for the West End Girls is a charming and uplifting WW1 saga. Perfect for fans of Daisy Styles and Rosie Hendry. Readers love Secret Hopes for the West End Girls! 'Emotional... Will give you that warm feeling inside... 5 stars from me.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Loved, loved, loved it... I just cried all the way through the last chapter.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Another great novel by Elaine Roberts... Easy to read and I read it in a couple of days... Recommended!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Touching and emotional.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Moving... Capturing friendships and love... Heart-wrenching... Leaves you a contented and happy reader... Absolutely lovely!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Hard to put down but at the same time I didn't want to finish it too quickly... Well worth 5 stars.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Elaine Roberts writes so well... Definitely recommend this!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Wonderful read.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Immersed me in a beautiful romance.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars
Author: Elaine Roberts
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1838933506
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 363
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'A fabulous, uplifting tale of friendship at the heart of wartime' Fiona Ford on Christmas at the Foyles Bookshop. 1914. Growing up on a farm in the country, Annie Cradwell has always dreamt of singing on stage. So when she hears her friend Joyce has a room to spare in London, she sets off with best friend Rose for an adventure beyond anything they could have imagined. In London, Annie and Rose stumble into jobs at the Lyceum Theatre. Being a dresser to capricious star Kitty Smythe wasn't exactly what Annie had in mind. But then the musical director, Matthew Harris, offers her singing lessons. And Annie starts to wonder – could this be her chance? Or is it all too good to be true? With the threat of war in the air, everything is uncertain. Is there a place for hopes and dreams when so much is at stake? From the author of the beloved Foyles Bookshop Girls series, The West End Girls is the first in a brand new series full of Elaine Roberts' trademark warmth. Perfect for fans of Daisy Styles and Rosie Hendry. Readers love Elaine Roberts! 'Emotional... Will give you that warm feeling inside... 5 stars from me.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Loved, loved, loved it... I just cried all the way through the last chapter.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Another great novel by Elaine Roberts... Easy to read and I read it in a couple of days... Recommended!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Touching and emotional.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Moving... Capturing friendships and love... Heart-wrenching... Leaves you a contented and happy reader... Absolutely lovely!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'Hard to put down but at the same time I didn't want to finish it too quickly... Well worth 5 stars.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Elaine Roberts writes so well... Definitely recommend this!' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Wonderful read.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Immersed me in a beautiful romance.' NetGalley Reviewer, 4 stars
Author: Elaine Roberts
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1838933514
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 377
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Nothing will stop her – not even the war! 1914. Working in a bustling café on London's Shaftesbury Avenue, Joyce Taylor dreams of opening her own restaurant. But when the man she loves enlists in the war, and a surprise request comes through from her dying grandmother, Joyce's life gets turned upside down. Struggling to keep the café afloat with her new-found responsibilities, it's not long before Joyce starts to feel the pressure might be all too much. Luckily, her supportive friends Annie and Rose are on hand to help. Despite all the madness, can Joyce find a way to make her dreams come true? And will her love story have a happy ending? Annie, Rose and Joyce are three girls with very different dreams – but the same great friendship. From the author of the Foyles Bookshop series, Big Dreams for the West End Girls is a charming and uplifting WW1 saga, perfect for fans of Daisy Styles and Rosie Hendry. Readers love Big Dreams for the West End Girls! 'Exceptional reading! You will need tissues.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Truly inspiring historical fiction. A lovely written piece of work! Readers will not be disappointed with this one! I loved every minute. My heart is with all of the characters.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'A heartwarming, historical novel with strong characters and lots of plot turns and twists.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'I highly recommend this book for its fascinating historical details and strong main character.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'An excellent WWI-era historical fiction saga that I really, truly enjoyed.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'One does not have to read the previous book to easily follow along and pick up the gem that is this novel.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars 'Well Elaine you have done it again! The first book was brilliant and this has just got better. I still feel like I am one of the girls! I can't wait to read the next in the series.' NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars
Author: Elaine Roberts
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1788544870
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 350
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'A fabulous, uplifting tale of friendship at the heart of wartime, with well-crafted and richly drawn characters in the perfect setting of the wonderful Foyles bookshop. This gem is the perfect Christmas read' Fiona Ford. With the war raging on, can there be peace, love and joy this Christmas? London, 1917. After her parents died in a tragic accident, Victoria did everything she could to keep her siblings safe and off the streets. Working at the Foyles Bookshop with her best friends is a dream come true – but now the war has put everything she holds dear in danger. With her brother fighting on the frontline, Victoria wants to do her part. Little does she know that volunteering to spend time with injured soldiers at Endell Street Military Hospital will reward her in ways she could never have imagined. There are family secrets to uncover, along with love, once lost but never forgotten. This Christmas, all the Foyles girls want is their loved ones back safe and sound... The final heartwarming novel in the Foyles Girls trilogy, Christmas at the Foyles Bookshop is perfect for fans of Daisy Styles and Rosie Hendry.
Author: Howard Benjamin Grose
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Baptists
Languages : en
Pages : 760
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Author: Evelyn Resh, CNM/MPH
Publisher: Hay House, Inc
ISBN: 1401926274
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 258
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In The Secret Lives of Teen Girls, Evelyn Resh, the mother of a teenage daughter and a certified nurse-midwife specializing in the treatment of teenage girls, explores the mysterious world of female, adolescent sexuality and how parents—especially mothers—can help their daughters through this tumultuous time. Secrets divulged by teenage girls during consultation have made Resh realize that, with rare exception, most adolescents are left to develop a sexual identity without any adult guidance and often without the most basic knowledge of what is happening to them physically and emotionally. She also realized that many girls are frequently subject to criticism and shaming about their normal, adolescent behavior. Resh believes these issues are what underlie many of the problems teens face during this crucial step into becoming a fully developed adult woman capable of making good, sound, safe, and independent decisions throughout life. Through compelling, frank, and sometimes humorous stories from both Resh and her patients, The Secret Lives of Teenage Girls explains to parents just want is going on with their teenage daughters during this essential phase of their development. She discusses many of the complicated problems she’s seen in practice, including not just sexual activity but also eating disorders, substance abuse, mental illness, unplanned pregnancies, violence, and STDs. She also looks at less serious but still troubling issues like under-achievement, battles with parents, and lack of emotional and social support. In this insightful book, Resh provides parents with the tools to help their teen daughters negotiate the waters of their sexual development and emerge with their strength, their sexuality, and their self image intact.
Author: James Renner
Publisher: Gray & Company, Publishers
ISBN: 1598510460
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 233
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Discusses twelve cold cases in Northeast Ohio involing murders and abductions.
Author: Al Smith
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1350019682
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 114
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I was born with a bomb in my head. You can't know what it's like to constantly fear your own mind. Pop Sheeran, proudly shouldering the family trade of restoring the Forth Bridge, is about to lose it all. A global corporation has bought this Scottish icon, bringing with them innovative new paint. How will Pop fight back when he realises he's painting himself out of a job? Diary of a Madman is a sharply political, witty new adaptation of Gogol's classic story, reimagined in a contemporary Scotland on the brink of voting for independence. The play received its world premiere at the Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh, on 5 August 2016 before opening at the Gate Theatre, London, in September 2016.
Author: Tiziana Morosetti
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319945084
Category : Performing Arts
Languages : en
Pages : 251
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This collection of essays investigates the way Africa has been portrayed on the London stage from the 1950s to the present. It focuses on whether — and, if so, to what extent — the Africa that emerges from the London scene is subject to stereotype, and/or in which ways the reception of audiences and critics have contributed to an understanding of the continent and its arts. The collection, divided into two parts, brings together well-established academics and emerging scholars, as well as playwrights, directors and performers currently active in London. With a focus on Wole Soyinka, Athol Fugard, Bola Agbaje, Biyi Bandele, and Dipo Agboluaje, amongst others, the volume examines the work of key companies such as Tiata Fahodzi and Talawa, as well as newer companies Two Gents, Iroko Theatre and Spora Stories. Interviews with Rotimi Babatunde, Ade Solanke and Dipo Agboluaje on the contemporary London scene are also included.
Author: Paul Trynka
Publisher: Plume
ISBN: 0147516455
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 386
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"First published in Great Britain as Sympathy of the Devil: The Birth of the Rolling Stones and the Death of Brian Jones by Bantam Press."
