Tracy Baines
The Variety Girls: The start of a wonderful historical saga series from Tracy Baines for 2022
The Variety Girls: The start of a wonderful historical saga series from Tracy Baines for 2022
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In the midst of war, Jessie Delaney, a young singer, finds work as a Variety Girl in a new show at the Empire in Cleethorpes. She must leave her family and sweetheart behind, but friendships are forged and the glamour of show business may lose its shine.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 332 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2022
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Cleethorpes, 1939. As the nation braces itself for war, uncertainty looms over everyone's lives. Tragically, after the loss of her father, aspiring singer Jessie Delaney and her family find themselves in a desperate situation, forced to rely on the charity of relatives to provide a roof over their heads.
Unbeknownst to Jessie, her cruel Aunt Iris has other plans in store for her. She envisions a life filled with color and excitement, convinced that the theatre can offer it. Determined to escape the monotony and support her family, Jessie must find a way to pursue her dreams.
Through her father's connections, Jessie lands a job as a Variety Girl in a new show at the Empire in Cleethorpes, a small seaside theatre on the east coast. However, this means leaving her family and her sweetheart, Harry, behind.
As Jessie embarks on this new adventure, she forms friendships that will test the strength of her bonds. But can the glamour of show business truly shine without the love and support of those closest to her?
"Wartime Musicals" is a gritty and heart-warming saga that will captivate readers of Elaine Everest, Nancy Revell, and Pam Howes. It explores the challenges and sacrifices faced by individuals in a world often driven by jealousy and spite.
Tracy Baines' writing is praised for its charming and evocative nature, transporting readers to the exciting world of Wartime musical theatre. The characters are well-developed, and the story is filled with emotional moments that will leave readers gripped from the very beginning.
The book is meticulously researched, and the author's attention to detail is evident in every page. The dialogue is authentic, and the descriptions of the settings and costumes bring the era to life.
"Wartime Musicals" is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction, music, and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a story that will touch your heart and leave you with a sense of hope and inspiration.
Weight: 286g
Dimension: 128 x 201 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804265048
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