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Dreams Come True at the Wartime Hotel by Maisie Thomas #Review

  Manchester, 1943. I am delighted to feature another in the WW2 saga by Maisie Thomas. Dreams Come True at the Wartime Hotel  was published on March 29th by Boldwood Books .    Kitty’s new venture, hosting wedding receptions at Dunbar’s Hotel, has got off to a flying start, and she’s looking to the future. With the tide of the war turning and victory on the distant horizon, Kitty is keen to keep her independence once the men come home. But will her spendthrift husband Bill agree to a divorce – and to letting her keep the business? Beatrice’s work in welfare is hugely rewarding, and she loves the children’s clubs she runs at Dunbar’s. But when a spate of thefts breaks out locally, the police become involved. Could the children be to blame, or can Beatrice help discover the true culprits? Former hotel maid Lily knows she still loves her estranged husband, Daniel. But can there be any chance of a reconciliation, when he discovers she is pregnant with another ma...
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A Greek Island Escape by Kate Frost #Review

 

We are off to Kefalonia for an escapist, summery read. A Greek Island Escape by Kate Frost, was published by Boldwood Books on February 29th.

 
Can a Greek escape be the start of something special?

Xanthe Fox has it all: a famous, drop-dead gorgeous boyfriend, a dream career and bright future – until heartbreak sends her life into a tailspin.

So when Xanthe’s Greek godmother unexpectedly leaves her a villa on the sumptuous island of Kefalonia, Xanthe jumps at the chance to put her life in London on hold and escape to the island hideaway to rethink her future.

The break allows Xanthe the time to explore her passions, sift through her feelings and discover more about her estranged Greek family while renovating her godmother’s enchanting Villa Aster.

But not everyone is happy to see her. Unfazed by her hostile neighbours and after making a mortifying mistake with a sexy builder, Xanthe is equally charmed by Kefalonia and a handsome, brooding gardener.

Chasing dreams, taking chances and saying ‘yes’ has the potential to turn Xanthe’s life upside down, but will a summer escape allow her to sparkle once more?


 My Thoughts

Kephalonia shimmers in the sunshine and is a beautiful setting for Xanthe's escape from her troubles. Whilst Xanthe is busy trying to renovate the villa which her godmother has left her, she meets  a variety of locals. Some are warm and welcoming but several are the complete opposite. Romance is on the cards but not a smooth path. 

    The past hangs over the story and whilst it is clear that Xanthe wants to find out more about her Greek family, it is equally clear that her mother is reluctant for her to uncover the past. Xanthe has to decide whether she is ready to take a risk and step off her career path which she has followed since a teenager. With a mystery to uncover and romance bubbling away, this is a great holiday read.

In short: Sun, sea, romance

About the Author

Kate Frost is the author of romantic escape novels including bestsellers The Greek Heart, The Baobab Beach Retreat and The Amsterdam Affair, plus One Greek Summer, An Italian Dream, An Island in the Sun and One Winter's Night published by Boldwood. They're uplifting, heartwarming stories of love, romance, hope, new beginnings and second chances featuring different characters in beautiful locations.

 

You can follow Kate here:  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Twitter    |   You tube  |   Website

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Thanks to Kate Frost, Boldwood and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources  for a copy of the book and a place on the tour. 

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  1. Kate Frost1 May 2024 at 13:14

    Thank you so much for joining the blog tour and taking the time to read and review A Greek Island Escape - much appreciated!

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