Cashelmara - Susan Howatch
There were two subjects which lonely widower Edward de Salis never discussed: his dead wife and his family home in Ireland, ''matchless Cashelmara''. So when he meets Marguerite, a bright young American with whom he…
She won’t let anything stand in her way…After Pearl’s home is destroyed in the Exeter Blitz, so too are her dreams of performing onstage. Finding work as a bus conductress instead, a chance encounter revives her hopes once more, and soon she is singing for the troops alongside new friend Ivy.When agent Gordon Gold approaches them, Ivy jumps to sign with him and sets off for the bright lights of London. But Pearl is wary of the charming man and decides to stay, watching her friend go with a heavy heart.A year later, while Pearl is struck mute by an illness, Ivy returns – and is quick to seize the chance to fill Pearl’s place, singing with the band. Once more, Pearl’s dreams are threatened. Will she ever become a star?An emotional Second World War saga about family, friendship and following your heart. Perfect for fans of Betty Walker, Fenella J. Miller and Katie Flynn.Praise for These Wartime Dreams ‘The Sisters’ War is a great series! This, the third book is no exception… There are twists and turns throughout the book to keep you turning pages’ âââââ Reader review‘An emotional WW2 book about love and friendship but more importantly the determination and will power of a young lady who wanted to follow her dreams. I absolutely loved this’ âââââ Reader review‘A sweet story of one young woman and her dreams during WWII in England’ âââââ Reader review‘What a brilliant book! If you love family saga set during the war this is definitely one for you. Can’t wait to read more’ âââââ Reader review‘A brilliant read once again from Rosie. The characters are all amazing and storyline was descriptive and detailed’ âââââ Reader review
There were two subjects which lonely widower Edward de Salis never discussed: his dead wife and his family home in Ireland, ''matchless Cashelmara''. So when he meets Marguerite, a bright young American with whom he…
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