Bomber Command Girls - Böcker

With an enemy in their midst, can they still protect their fighters in the skies?Pearl has given up on her dreams of being a journalist after being denied a promotion because of her gender. Joining the WAAF as a radio telephone operator for Bomber Command, Pearl's new job at RAF Fenthorpe serves two purposes providing an income for her grandmother, and keeping a close eye on her younger sister, Thea, an instrument repairer at another Lincolnshire bomber station.Pearl befriends Met WAAF Jenny as well as Australian pilot Greg, who she guides home safely during an emergency. Pearl's journalism background doesn't go to waste, however a series of thefts from pilots rekindles her investigative fire and she is soon caught up in the mystery.But when all signs point to the perpetrator being her sister, she finds herself up against the clock to prove her sister's innocenceA captivating and heartwarming WWII saga for fans of Daisy Styles and Johanna Bell.Praise for The Girls of Bomber Command 'I absolutely adored The Girls of Bomber Command. It's a real page-turner and a wonderful mix of love, loss, friendship, action and romance. There were parts of the book that had me on the edge of my seat for all kinds of reasons!' Johanna Bell'What a read! Fast-paced, exciting and superbly researched, this story brings World War II to life' Lesley Eames'When I was asked to read Vicki Beeby's new book, I jumped at the chance! The Girls of Bomber Command is an exceptional tale that had me on the first page. Readers will delight in period details, a tight and pacy plot, and beautifully flawed characters. I couldn't stop reading!' Andie Newton, USA Today bestseller'Another brilliant WW2 saga from the queen herself. Loved this book and hoping for more from the Bomber Girls. Fantastic read.' Reader review'Vicki Beeby has done it again! An enthralling read. The author's notes on the research undertaken to inspire and also to make this story authentic were fascinating. I can't wait for the next book.' Reader review'There's a couple of wartime authors that I always read as soon as they have a new book out and Vicki Beeby is one of them! She writes the most perfect wartime stories.' Reader review'A well-researched and well-written book All in all a thoroughly good read which actually brought me to tears at one point a sign of a good book.' Reader review'What a great start to a new series!' Reader review

With the men missing in action, can the Bomber Girls find a way to bring them home?Pearl, Thea and Jenny fling themselves into making Fenthorpe as festive as it can be, looking forward to the Christmas dance. Disaster strikes when Pearl's husband, Greg, crashes behind enemy lines and is reported missing.Pearl and Thea's grandmother, Deedee, immediately travels to Lincoln to support her granddaughter. But Deedee has a surprising - and troublesome - connection to Fenthorpe. Can the girls uncover her secrets to help their grandmother find new romance?And can Greg evade capture and survive in enemy-occupied Holland to make it home for Christmas?It's never too late to fall in love in this heartwarming Second World War saga, perfect for fans of Soraya Lane, Kate Thompson and Lizzie Page.Praise for Christmas for the Bomber Girls 'A lovely festive read' Reader review'It felt like rejoining old friends slipping into this book! Compelling I couldn't put the book down' Reader review'Another brilliant book by this brilliant author. Family saga, wartime and Christmas what more could you want?' Reader review'An easy and refreshing read. You cannot help but like all the characters. I would recommend this series to everyone' Reader review

As wedding bells ring out, joy will be found amidst the tensions of warAt RAF Fenthorpe, instrument repairer Thea is helping her sister, Pearl, plan her wedding alongside fellow WAAF and maid of honour Jenny. A misfit amongst the women on the base, though, Thea is struggling to get others onboard.When Flight Sergeant Fitz makes a point of befriending and standing by her, sparks fly between the two. And when Fitz's crew member, Jack, faces being stripped of his rank due to cowardice, Thea throws herself into seeking justice and support for him.Just as she begins to be accepted by her fellow WAAFs, a shadowy figure from her past has returned and is determined to ruin not just Thea, but also Pearl's wedding. Will Thea's reputation be marred once more? And will she face this struggle alone?A page-turning and feel-good Second World War saga, for fans of Johanna Bell, Daisy Styles and Kate Thompson.Praise for A Wedding for the Bomber Girls 'A great read and very well-written' Reader review'I absolutely loved this book! It felt like reuniting with old friends... This was Beeby at her best' Johanna Bell'The second in this series and it is as good as the first one. Great to be back with them all and can't wait for the next book' Reader review'Thea, Pearl and Jenny are a fab little trio and seeing them develop from the first book was great. It was a great and compelling story and had me flicking through the pages in frustration and excitement' Reader review'I enjoyed reading this book it felt like catching up with old friends' Reader review'A feel-good novel that is well-written and well-researched thoughtful and enjoyable' Reader review'Another great read in this wonderful series. The characters are so interesting and funny' Reader review'Thoroughly enjoyed catching up with the ladies once again, was gripped from the start and really couldn't put the book down until I got to the end' Reader review'Vicki Beeby has such a lovely way of writing that reading is effortless and flowing. I will admit to not wanting to stop at the end of the chapters and to often sneaking off to read when I should have been doing other things' Reader review'I loved it so atmospheric, the story and the girls bring this book alive' Reader review