The Ballroom Girls: A spellbinding and heart-warming new WWII romance (The Ballroom Girls Book 1)

In the summer of 1942, three young women in Blackpool, England, learn to dance at the Tower Ballroom, where they find friendship, love, and hope amidst the hardships of wartime.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

In the bustling city of Blackpool, during the summer of 1942, a young woman named Sylvia stands at a crossroads. Born into a family of renowned ballroom dancing instructors, Sylvia has been groomed from a young age to win prestigious prizes and competitions. However, her heart beats to a different rhythm. Secretly, she takes lessons in the popular new Latin dances, a passion that ignites her soul and defies the expectations of her conservative mother. As Sylvia's skills flourish, a clash of values ensues, testing the delicate bond between mother and daughter.

Across the town, Pearl, a hardworking woman selling fish and chips at the Pleasure Beach by day, finds solace in the vibrant world of ballroom dancing on Saturday nights. Alongside her best friend Bernie, Pearl dances with grace and passion, their chemistry growing stronger with each step. As their dancing prowess improves, the possibility of a deeper connection arises, blurring the lines between friendship and something more.

Meanwhile, Joy, a young woman who has lost her family in the Blitz, feels adrift and alone in the world. But when a dashing young man named Tommy invites her to dance, a glimmer of hope shines through the darkness. Could this be her chance to find the life and love she has always dreamed of? As Joy steps onto the dancefloor, she discovers that the ballroom holds the power to heal wounds, ignite passions, and bring people together in times of adversity.

In this captivating series, set against the backdrop of wartime, the ballroom girls navigate the challenges and uncertainties of their lives. With determination, resilience, and the magic of dance, they learn to embrace their dreams, overcome obstacles, and find love and happiness on the dancefloor. As the series continues, readers will eagerly anticipate the next installment, Christmas Dreams for the Ballroom Girls, and the journey of these remarkable women as they continue to dance their cares away.

Weight: 278g
Dimension: 197 x 127 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529176537