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Shared Secrets for the Home Front Nurses by Rachel Brimble #Review #HomeFrontNurses

  It is now 1943 and we follow the lives of the Home Front Nurses as they cope with the effects of the Second World War. Shared Secrets for the Home Front Nurses by Rachel Brimble is published on February 13th by Boldwood Books .     ‘Come on, Kathy… tell me a secret.’ 1943: Becoming a Home Front nurse, meant Kathy Scott was finally able to escape the violence of her childhood. At long last, her life has taken a turn for the better. Particularly because, for the very first time, she’s made some wonderful friends–fellow nurses Sylvia, Freda and Veronica. Kathy’s known for not being short of a word or two. So nobody’s more surprised than her when she finds herself tongue-tied around Freda’s handsome brother, James – who’s home from war with an unexplained injury.   My Thoughts   The story of the Home Front Nurses continues into 1943 and Freda's ambition to nurse abroad gets ever closer. Her brother ,James, returns from the war having had a traumatic experi...
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Faking It by Portia Macintosh #Review

 

Portia Macintosh's romcom, Faking It was published on 26th January by Boldwood Books and I am delighted to be taking part in the blog tour to celebrate its publication. 


The perfect house, the perfect husband and the perfect life... or is she just faking it?

Life has been a bit of a rollercoaster for Ella. Growing up as the 'less successful' identical twin to her 'perfectly successful' sister, Emma, has left her feeling isolated, inadequate and let's face it.. a little bitter.

When Emma unexpectedly reaches out to Ella in a time of need, Ella suddenly finds herself with the opportunity to fill in for her sister and experience how the other half live.

But as Ella navigates the world of gossiping mothers, rebellious teens and trying to play the model housewife (not to mention avoiding the temptation of attractive men at the school gates...) will she discover that all is not always as it seems on the other side?

Discover the brilliantly funny new romantic comedy from top 10 bestseller Portia MacIntosh. Perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane, Sophie Ranald and Lindsey Kelk.


 My Thoughts

This is an entertaining read which continues to surprise you as events unfold. Great fun, there are some vividly drawn characters and Ella stands out among them with her wit and risk loving personality. You have to take the premise of the story at face value, but once you do, you enjoy seeing Ella step up to the plate and take on her twin's life. 

    There are some genuine laugh out loud moments to be found, especially at the reactions of some of the yummy mummies at Ella's nephew's school. Some people, it seems, have never progressed beyond being playground bullies. Ella herself has to face up to some truths about her mother and comes to realise what is truly important in life- and it isn't designer labels! I thoroughly enjoyed watching Ella step into Emma's shoes and having to start caring about others.  This is a sharply observed, funny writing. Well worth a read!

In short: Appearances can be deceptive!

About the Author


Portia MacIntosh is a bestselling romantic comedy author of over 15 novels, including My Great Ex-Scape and Honeymoon For One. Previously a music journalist, Portia writes hilarious stories, drawing on her real life experiences.

You can follow Portia here: Website  |  Twitt |  Instagram  |  Facebook  |  Newsletter sign up  |  Bookbub 

Book link: Amazon UK

 Thanks to Portia Macintosh, Boldwood Books, and Rachel of Rachels Random Resources  for copy of the book and a place on the tour. 

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