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Dreams Come True at the Wartime Hotel
- Author
- Maisie Thomas
- Narrator
- Julia Franklin
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 29 March 2026
- Run Time
- 10 hours
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
Manchester, 1943.
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 man’s baby?
After everything they’ve been through – the ups and downs of war, life and love – will the women of the wartime hotel finally get their happy ending?
Praise for the Wartime Hotel series:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An irresistible wartime saga brimming with warmth, courage and charm. The fabulous Maisie Thomas has woven a rich, emotional story of friendship and fresh starts and I can't wait for the next installment.' Kirsty Dougal, author of The Poppy Girls
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A wonderful and uplifting tale of female friendship' Eva Glyn, author of The Dubrovnik Book Club
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'In this heartwarming saga, Maisie Thomas depicts the strength and resourcefulness of ordinary women in wartime, and evokes the world of early 1940s Manchester with affection and skill.' Rose Warner, author of The Teacher Evacuees
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is such a lovely series, full of warmth, hope and solidarity, and one which all saga lovers will enjoy.' Short Book & Scribes
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Make yourself a cuppa and find a comfy spot on the sofa because you are not going to be able to put this down' Reader Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Gives a vivid picture of women's lives in wartime Manchester' Reader Review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Dramatic, intriguing and sprinkled with plenty of wit and heart' Reader Review
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Details
- Author
- Maisie Thomas
- Narrator
- Julia Franklin
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Release Date
- 29 March 2026
- ISBN
- 9781836332602
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Historical fiction, Fiction: general and literary, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Fiction: narrative themes, Narrative theme: Social issues, Family life fiction, Generational sagas
Synopsis
The BRAND NEW instalment in Maisie Thomas' nostalgic and heart-warming WWII saga series that fans of Lesley Eames and Ellie Dean will love. 📖 💕 Welcome to the Wartime Hotel!Manchester, 1943.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 man’s baby?After everything they’ve been through – the ups and downs of war, life and love – will the women of the wartime hotel finally get their happy ending?Praise for the Wartime Hotel series:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An irresistible wartime saga brimming with warmth, courage and charm. The fabulous Maisie Thomas has woven a rich, emotional story of friendship and fresh starts and I can't wait for the next installment.' Kirsty Dougal, author of The Poppy Girls⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A wonderful and uplifting tale of female friendship' Eva Glyn, author of The Dubrovnik Book Club⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'In this heartwarming saga, Maisie Thomas depicts the strength and resourcefulness of ordinary women in wartime, and evokes the world of early 1940s Manchester with affection and skill.' Rose Warner, author of The Teacher Evacuees⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is such a lovely series, full of warmth, hope and solidarity, and one which all saga lovers will enjoy.' Short Book & Scribes⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Make yourself a cuppa and find a comfy spot on the sofa because you are not going to be able to put this down' Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Gives a vivid picture of women's lives in wartime Manchester' Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Dramatic, intriguing and sprinkled with plenty of wit and heart' Reader Review
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