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I enjoyed this book. as it's well plotted, vivid historical background, and entertaining. . I liked the good storytelling
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

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Another really great book about WWII women in the fight. I related to these ladies so much as I read about their struggles in wedding planning and daily survival.

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I loved this book. I love the way VIcki writes- her stories are full of romance, drama and the occasional sting in the tail! Definitely worth a read if you love books about WWII!

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I enjoyed the previous to Bomber Girls books so was excited to see how the story continues.

This book the focus is on Pearl’s sister Thea. Whilst planning Pearl’s upcoming wedding Thea is faced with many challenges both from the present and her past. Seeing how she felt with these made an interesting story, although I didn’t feel it was as strong as the previous 2 books.

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As usual in my reviews I won't rehash the plot - there are reviews like that out there if that is what you are looking for...

Having read the first "Bomber Girls" novel by Vicki Beeby, I was delighted to be invited to read this latest book.

This is a nice easy read, a mix of friendship, romance and history, with very believable characters.

Here we are reunited with many of the characters from the previous book, and get to know them better. There are also a number of new characters - some unpleasant! - but all well written and believable. I always enjoy the author's style - the amount of background research she puts in clearly shows in her detailed descriptions of the settings, way of life, action, social conventions at the time etc.

As usual, there are multiple plot lines running through the novel, which adds extra layers of interest to the book.

I'm looking forward to reading more of Vicki's novels, and suspect (and hope!) that there will be more stories in the "Bomber Girls" series.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC. All opinions my own.

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Pearl having joined the WAAF to do ‘her bit’ finds herself running a newspaper which is helping morale at the bases as well as planning her own wedding. With some help from her maid of honour, Jenny and Pear’s sister Thea, they are going to make this the best wedding in wartime.

However it seems that it isn’t just the war against them, a figure from Thea’s past returns and makes trouble. Her friendship with Fitz seems to be a problem for some and all of this combined is going to threaten her sisters wedding. Surely Thea can make amends and make sure everything goes to plan.

This book really took me into the Bomber Command on the ground as well as in the air, of course the book is dominated by strong female characters, but there support to the men that risked their lives is clear amongst the pages.

I look forward to reading the next in the series and will certainly recommend this author for fans of historical sagas.

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Another wonderful read and so atmospheric, the story and the girls bring this book alive for the reader and I loved it Vicki Beeby has had me hooked from start to finish.

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Fantastic story with well developed characters. The family bonds are well written and believable and over all a very enjoyable book to read.

The time period was researched and the difficulties faced by the characters were put across in a way that felt credible

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I nice, quick read, easily finished in an hour.

I really enjoy getting glimpses into life during WW2, the hardships and trials that people, women especially, had to face in order to survive day to day.

This story showcases the fact that life does indeed go on, even during a war.

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When Pearl Cooper and Greg Tallis are arranging their wedding, Pearl decides to have Jenny Hazleton as her maid of honour instead of her sister Thea. This is due to Thea having been sent to Coventry by her fellow WAAF’s as they have believed stories put about by someone on campus! Thea is upset about it but can see the reasoning behind it.
Thea works as an instrument repairer on c-Charlie and d-Douglas and has built up a good working relationship with the men, this respite helps her through the dark times. So why was she surprised when one of the men decides to keep her company?
Thea decides to go of camp to help lift her spirits, this has a negative effect when she spots someone from her past! Mr Haywood, what could he possibly want, that’s for Thea to worry about.
It’s a mark of the person when Thea can put her worries aside to help Jack Knight when he announces that he say he’s going to go LMF, which is effectively put down to cowardice. It was this fact that really hit home how poor the treatment for the men was back then.
DeeDee sounds a right character. I loved some of the names Honeycroft, Piebald Pony.
My favourite character was Fitz and least favourite has to be Mr Haywood.
It was great to see how the story developed and can’t wait for the next instalment.

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I relished being back with Vicki Beeby’s Bomber Girls. Reading this book was like re-joining old friends and I loved the ups and downs and ins and outs of the story.

Pearl, Thea and Jenny definitely go through the emotional ringer in this book and it brought home some realities about what life must have actually been like in the war, even planning a wedding or getting a wedding dress was not straightforward. The bomber crews must have had terrible anxieties and flashbacks and felt such relief when they had completed the required number of missions.

Vicki Beeby has such a lovely way of writing that reading is effortless and flowing. I will admit to not wanting to stop at the end of the chapters and to often sneaking off to read when I should have been doing other things. Can’t wait for the next one.

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This is another great read in the Bomber Girls series .This is helping her sister Pearl plan her wedding and Jenny is going to be her bridesmaid.I would recommend this book as I couldn't out it down.Thank you to Netgalley and Canelo.

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This book was so cute. I really enjoyed reading this book. The relationships in this book were so cute and I loved the family bounds in this book.

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This story really got my imagination going. I got glimpses into what it could have been like on an RAF base. Family stories never got me as interested in what it was like during WW2 as A Wedding for the Bomber Girls.

I finished the story feeling giddy. The story is filled with tragedy and drama. The author put many of the characters through the wringer. I couldn't wait to see what they would get into next. The story got my imagination going.

When I started reading the story everything that I read in The Girls of Bomber Command came rushing back. I became invested in the characters lives. I was hoping Pearl would make it to the alter. I would have never imagined what she would have to accomplish to be able to say "I do." It was fun tagging along with her, Jenny and Thea while they went in search of a dress. After all rationing made getting a dress almost impossible.

Pearl and Thea are still having issues. You gotta love family dynamics. Thea is maturing but there are those that just won't let it happen. Thea's issues with the other girls made for interesting reading. I could only hope things would calm down. I felt so sorry for Thea but at the same time she could be so irritating. It was her dedication to her job that completely won me over.

Thea's romance with Fitz didn't hurt either. Experiencing young love left me all warm and fuzzy. Thea may not have got along with the girls, but she was well respected along the pilots and crews. Thea had a lot going on, creating some suspense.

I wasn't sure how it would all end up. It was war, not everyone could have a happily ever after. Bomber missions had me on edge. No wonder those that flew were stressed. The danger felt so real. I would have been kissing the ground every time I could disembark.

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Read and reviewed in exchange for a free copy from NetGalley. Having enjoyed the first in this series, I was pleased my request for its sequel was granted. This was an enjoyable and engaging read and it was good learning more about Thea, while still seeing the cast from the first book. I'm looking forward to reading subsequent installments and am now working through Beeby's back catalogue.

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Thoroughly enjoyed catching up with the ladies once again, was gripped from the start and really couldn’t put the book down until I got to the end, looking forward to more escapades from the bomber girls

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Another great read in this wonderful series. I've enjoyed them all and they are all so different. The characters are so Interesting and funny. I hope there will be more in this series. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

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Thank you for the chance to read this ARC in return for my honest opinion

I had read the first book in the series and while it would be possible to read this one as a stand-alone one would get better context by reading the other book.

This one centres around Thea - Pearl's sister. I won't provide spoilers by revealing their true given names = but I bet it was fun thinking them up
It explains why she joined the WAAF when she did and why she tries to ruin every relationship she ever had by her actions.
The character you love to hate is an integral part of this story and you wait for his comeuppance.

Its a well written and researched book about the lives of the Bomber Girls and the jobs that they undertook keeping the Air bases working as best they could.
Its also a tale of one overbearing sister learning about her sibling while considering her own happiness. It also outlines how terribly stressful it was for the Bomber crews nearing the end of their missions and how badly some were treated when they were found 'lacking moral fibre' due to the sights, sounds and experiences they had been through.

I really enjoyed this book and hope that there will be at least one more to round off the three main characters. I think Jenny needs her day too
And maybe we can catch up with Thea and Pearl as well?

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Another great catch up with the bomber girls. Thea Pearl and Jenny. Pearl is to be married and Thea want to show her sister she is responsible but after the thief being caught stealing the dead men’s possessions many of the WAAF’S still believe her to be the one who stole.
When a figure from Thea’s past shows up this spooks her and it has a lasting impact on her newly found relationship with Fitz a member of a bomber crew.
Great read and very well written and looking forward to catching up with the girls soon.

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4.5 stars for this charming follow-up in the Bomber Girls series. It was fun to get Thea's perspective after having read Pearl's. While the novel has its implausible and frustrating moments, it is a feel-good novel that is well-written and well-researched. I especially enjoyed seeing Thea's growth as a character - and Pearl's! - as they grew closer as sisters. Beeby also draws attention to the mental health of WAAFers and bomber pilots. This was a thoughtful and enjoyable read.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the free eARC. I post this review with my honest opinions. This review is cross-posted on Goodreads, and will be posted on Amazon and Instagram upon the book's publication.

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