fullerton jean a ration book wedding
Fullerton Jean A Ration Book Wedding
In the darkest days of the Blitz, love is more important than ever. It's February 1942, and as the Americans finally join Britain and her allies, twenty-three-year-old Francesca Fabrino is doing her bit for the war effort in a factory in East London. But her thoughts are constantly occupied by recently married Charlie Brogan, who is fighting in North Africa with the Eighth Army. When Francesca starts a new job for the BBC Overseas department, she meets handsome Count Leo D'Angelo and begins to put her hopeless love for Charlie aside. But then Charlie returns from the front, his marriage in ruins and his heart burning for Francesca at last. Could she, a good Catholic girl, countenance an affair with the man she has always longed for? Or should she choose Leo and a different, less dangerous path? Jean Fullerton, the queen of the East End saga, returns with a wonderful new nostalgic novel.
1418 Руб.
Fullerton Jean A Ration Book Daughter
Not even the Blitz can shake a mother’s love. Cathy was a happy, blushing bride when Britain went to war with Germany three years ago. But her youthful dreams were crushed by her violent husband Stanley’s involvement with the fascist black-shirts, and even when he’s conscripted to fight she knows it’s only a brief respite – divorce is not an option. Cathy, a true Brogan daughter, stays strong for her beloved little son Peter. When a telegram arrives declaring that her husband is missing in action, Cathy can finally allow herself to hope – she only has to wait 6 months before she is legally a widow and can move on with her life. In the meantime, she has to keep Peter safe and fed. So she advertises for a lodger, and Sergeant Archie McIntosh of the Royal Engineers’ Bomb Disposal Squad turns up. He is kind, clever and thoughtful; their mutual attraction is instant. But with Stanley’s fate still unclear, and the Blitz raging on over London’s East End, will Cathy ever have the love she deserves? Jean Fullerton, the queen of the East End saga, returns with a wonderful new nostalgic novel.
1419 Руб.
Fullerton Jean A Ration Book Victory
In the final days of war, only love will pull her through... Queenie Brogan wasn't always an East End matriarch. Many years ago, before she married Fergus, she was Philomena Dooley, a daughter of Irish Travellers, planning to wed her childhood sweetheart, Patrick Mahone. But when tragedy struck and Patrick's narrow-minded sister, Nora, intervened, the lovers were torn apart. Fate can be cruel, and when Queenie arrives in London she finds that Patrick Mahone is her parish priest, and that the love she had tried to suppress flares again in her heart. But now in the final months of WW2, Queenie discovers Father Mahone is dying and must face losing him forever. Can she finally tell him the secret she has kept for over fifty years or will Nora once again come between them? And if Queenie does decide to finally tell Patrick, could the truth destroy the Brogan family?
1418 Руб.
Fullerton Jean A Ration Book Dream
In the darkest days of the Blitz, hope is more important than ever. It's 1939, and as the country is preparing for the challenging times ahead, the Brogan family of London's East End is trying to keep their spirits up. But things don't seem so rosy when rationing, evacuation and air-raids start to put this larger-than-life family to the test. When a mysterious young man arrives in the local community, he provides just the dazzling distraction they need - and for eldest daughter Mattie, the promise of more than she'd ever wished for. But as the pair fall deeper in love, they are drawn into secret dangers, rife on the very London streets they call home. As the young couple race to protect the East End, can their dreams survive the darkening backdrop of wartime…? Jean Fullerton, the queen of the East End saga, returns with a wonderful new nostalgic novel. Previously Published as Pocketful of Dreams.
1418 Руб.
Fullerton Jean A Ration Book Christmas
In the darkest days of the Blitz, Christmas is more important than ever. With Christmas approaching, the Brogan family of London’s East End are braving the horrors of the Blitz. With the men away fighting for King and Country and the ever-present dangers of the German Luftwaffe’s nightly reign of death and destruction, the family must do all they can to keep a stiff upper lip. For Jo, the youngest of the Brogan sisters, the perils of war also offer a new-found freedom. Jo falls in love with Tommy, a man known for his dangerous reputation as much as his charm. But as the falling bombs devastate their neighbourhood and rationing begins to bite, will the Brogans manage to pull together a traditional family Christmas? And will Jo find the love and security she seeks in a time of such grave peril? Jean Fullerton, the queen of the East End saga, returns with a wonderful new nostalgic novel.
1418 Руб.
Fullerton Jean A Ration Book Childhood
In the darkest days of the Blitz, family is more important than ever. With her family struggling amidst the nightly bombing raids in London's East End, Ida Brogan is doing her very best to keep their spirits up. The Blitz has hit the Brogans hard, and rationing is more challenging than ever, but they are doing all they can to help the war effort. When Ida's oldest friend Ellen returns to town, sick and in dire need of help, it is to Ida that she turns. But Ellen carries a secret, one that threatens not only Ida's marriage, but the entire foundation of the Brogan family. Can Ida let go of the past and see a way to forgive her friend? And can she overcome her sadness to find a place in her heart for a little boy, one who will need a mother more than ever in these dark times? Jean Fullerton, the queen of the East End saga, returns with a wonderful new nostalgic novel.
1418 Руб.
Marsha Heckman. A Bride's Book of Lists: Everything You Need to Plan the Perfect Wedding
From Marsha Heckman, author of the best-selling A Bride's Book, comes A Bride's Book of Lists again. A perfect resource for the bride planning her wedding. Heckman is a professional wedding planner and here she makes all her knowledge and experience available in a great little book full of ideas and inspiration.You will find the perfect music for the first dance, gift ideas for guests and attendants, popular wedding locations, and to-do lists to stay organized. Learn how to put together a wedding day emergency kit, who the most popular gown designers are, and what flowers are available for bouquets in every month. Designed in the same style as A Bride's Book, this book is perfect companion to the wedding planner.Included in A Bride's Book of Lists are: Wedding Dance Songs Honeymoon Destinations Classic Wedding Traditions Gifts for Attendants Menu and Cake Suggestions Ideas for Exchanging Vows Floral Arrangements Reception Themes And MUCH more!
1910 Руб.
Donaldson Julia The Scarecrows' Wedding (board book)
The Scarecrows' Wedding is the eagerly awaited new picture book from the creators of The Gruffalo and Stick Man, now available as a chunky board book with hardback cover. Written in Julia Donaldson's glorious rhyme and illustrated in glowing colour by Axel Scheffler, The Scarecrows' Wedding is a fabulous love story, with drama, humour, originality - and a happy ending! Two scarecrows, Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay, are planning the perfect wedding. But wicked scarecrow, Reginald Rake, has other ideas and almost ruins their special day. Harry must become a hero before he and Betty can have the wedding of their dreams.
2121 Руб.
Watt Fiona Fashion Designer. Wedding Collection
Design a beautiful bridal collection for the Sticker Dolly Dressing dolls to model in this creative sticker book. Follow the same process that real designers do, starting with mood boards and fabric swatches before moving on to your own designs for wedding gowns and bridesmaids dresses for a beach wedding, a highland wedding, a medieval wedding and more! Includes hints and tips on patterns and colour combinations to use, as well as ideas for creating a fashion sketchbook and mood boards. With over 400 stickers, including 100 which are left blank ready to be customised.
1141 Руб.
Donaldson Julia The Scarecrows' Wedding
The Scarecrows' Wedding is the bestselling picture book from superstar duo Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. This Early Reader edition contains the complete classic story and pictures, in a pocket book format, and with an extra-clear font and layout, to support children who are gaining confidence in reading. A fabulous love story, full of drama, humour and originality; it tells the story of two scarecrows as they plan... the best wedding ever, the best wedding yet/The wedding that no one will ever forget. Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay know just what they need for the perfect wedding day: a goose-feather dress; two wedding rings and lots of pink flowers! But as they search the farm to find everything on their list, things don't quite go to plan and the scarecrows special day is almost ruined by wicked scarecrow, Reginald Rake.
1372 Руб.
Donaldson Julia The Scarecrows' Wedding
THE SCARECROWS' WEDDING is the eagerly awaited new picture book from the creators of THE GRUFFALO and STICK MAN. Written in Julia Donaldson's glorious rhyme and illustrated in glowing colour by Axel Scheffler, THE SCARECROWS' WEDDING is a fabulous love story, with drama, humour, originality - and a happy ending! Two scarecrows, Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay, are planning the perfect wedding. But wicked scarecrow, Reginald Rake, has other ideas and almost ruins their special day. Harry must become a hero before he and Betty can have the wedding of their dreams.
1926 Руб.
Camping
Bluey is on a family camping trip, where she makes a new friend, Jean-Luc. Even though Bluey and Jean-Luc don't speak the same language, they teach each other how to camp, plant trees and hunt a "wild pig". This lovely picture book is all about the magic of friendship.
1797 Руб.
Nadin Joanna The Talk of Pram Town
For fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, Joanna Nadin's The Talk of Pram Town tells a story about mothers, daughters and second chances… 'Beautifully written and deliciously clever - the characters will stay with you for a long time and you'll find joy on every page.' - Matson Taylor, author of Richard and Judy Book Club pick, The Miseducation of Evie Epworth It's 1981. Eleven-year-old Sadie adores her beautiful and vibrant mother, Connie, whose dreams of making it big as a singer fill their tiny house in Leeds. It's always been just the two of them. Until the unthinkable happens. Jean hasn't seen her good-for-nothing daughter Connie since she ran away from the family home in Harlow - or Pram Town as its inhabitants affectionately call it - aged seventeen and pregnant. But in the wake of the Royal Wedding, Jean gets a life-changing call: could she please come and collect the granddaughter she's never met? We all know how Charles and Diana turned out, and Jean and Sadie are hardly a match made in heaven - but is there hope of a happy ending for them?
2191 Руб.
Simon Francesca Tricking the Tooth Fairy
This book contains a lost tooth, a wedding, a horrible guest and a pukey poem! Four utterly hilarious and totally brilliant Horrid Henry stories by Francesca Simon, with illustrations by Tony Ross. An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure.
2050 Руб.
Usborne Bedtime Stories for Little Children
A collection of five delightful stories just the right length for reading at bedtime. Stories include "The Mouse's Wedding", "The Reluctant Dragon", "The Tortoise and the Eagle", "The Ant and the Grasshopper" and "The Owl and the Pussycat". A beautifully illustrated padded hardback book with a ribbon marker.
2351 Руб.
Shakespeare William, Browning Elizabeth Barrett, Coleridge Samuel Taylor Wedding Readings and Poems
Offering indispensable inspiration for wedding readings, this gorgeous compilation of writing on love and marriage is also the perfect gift for couples and wedding guests alike. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is edited by Becky Brown. This beautiful anthology is filled with readings to light up every kind of wedding ceremony. There are poems about falling in love, joyful prose celebrating marriage and wise words about commitment from some of our greatest writers and poets such as Elizabeth Barrett Browning, E. E. Cummings and Katherine Mansfield. It's a book brimming with inspiration that solves the dilemma of choosing what to read at weddings and marriage celebrations.
3117 Руб.