The Dover Cafe at War

Name: The Dover Cafe at War
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SKU: 9781838771430
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A heartwarming WWII tale (The Dover Cafe Series Book 1)

By Ginny Bell

Series: The Dover Cafe series

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Summary

Set in 1939 Dover, The Dover Cafe at War centres on Castle's Cafe, run by Nellie Castle and her six children. Marianne, Nellie's eldest, conceals the identity of her son Donny's father, a secret that haunts her amid the looming threat of World War II. As the war begins, hidden pasts emerge, testing the strength and unity of the Castle family and the community around them.
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Ideal for readers who appreciate romantic sagas set against historical backdrops, especially those interested in World War II and community resilience stories. Fans of emotional family dramas and well-researched historical fiction will find this book particularly engaging.

A heart-warming wartime saga.

A heartwarming wartime saga.

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Brilliantly written . . . I loved it. - Rosie Goodwin

Dover, 1939

At the heart of Dover's Market Square lies Castle's Cafe. A bustling establishment run by the formidable Nellie Castle and her six children.

Since the scandalous birth of her son ten years before, Marianne, Nellie's eldest daughter, has preferred to stay in the kitchen, hidden away from the scrutiny of the town gossips. Overcome with shame, Marianne has never revealed the name of Donny's father - not even to her own mother.

But with World War II just around the corner, Marianne's past catches up with her. And suddenly, the lives of the Castle family become a lot more complicated.

Will the secrets from her past destroy their future?

Series: The Dover Cafe series

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The Dover Cafe Under Fire

Brilliantly written and researched . . . I loved it. - Rosie Goodwin Dover 1941 With World War II in full swing, the unexpected arrival of a stranger at Pearson's Garage throws Edie Castle's life into chaos as she's forced to move back to Castle's Cafe with her family. Living with her mother is never easy, but when tragedy strikes,...

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The Dover Cafe On the Front Line

The second book in an emotional and heartwarming WWII Series. For fans of Ellie Dean and Annie Groves. Dover, 1940 As the Battle of Britain rages, the Castle family are standing their ground at the heart of the community, running Castle's Cafe. German guns shell Dover and danger lurks around every corner, but despite this, Lily Castle is excited to...

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The Dover Cafe at War

Brilliantly written . . . I loved it. - Rosie Goodwin Dover, 1939 At the heart of Dover's Market Square lies Castle's Cafe. A bustling establishment run by the formidable Nellie Castle and her six children. Since the scandalous birth of her son ten years before, Marianne, Nellie's eldest daughter, has preferred to stay in the kitchen, hidden away from...

By Ginny Bell

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Praised as 'brilliantly written and researched' by Rosie Goodwin, this novel is celebrated for its expert storytelling and rich historical detail. Reviewers highlight its compelling drama, warmth, and emotional depth, calling it a joyous and immersive read perfect for those who enjoy heartfelt wartime sagas.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838771430

Publisher: Zaffre

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 September 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 37.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 378g

Pages: 544

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Fiction General Fiction Ginny Bell Historical Fiction Historical Romance Romance Series: The Dover Cafe series

About the Author

Ginny Bell went to school in Dover, never realising at the time what a fascinating and crucial role the town played in World War Two. She is a freelance editor who lives in London with her three children. The Dover Cafe at War is her first novel.

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The Dover Cafe Under Fire

Brilliantly written and researched . . . I loved it. - Rosie Goodwin Dover 1941 With World War II in full swing, the unexpected arrival of a stranger at Pearson's Garage throws Edie Castle's life into chaos as she's forced to move back to Castle's Cafe with her family. Living with her mother is never easy, but when tragedy strikes,...

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The Dover Cafe On the Front Line

The second book in an emotional and heartwarming WWII Series. For fans of Ellie Dean and Annie Groves. Dover, 1940 As the Battle of Britain rages, the Castle family are standing their ground at the heart of the community, running Castle's Cafe. German guns shell Dover and danger lurks around every corner, but despite this, Lily Castle is excited to...

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