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An unmissable, heartwarming adventure full of mystery, friendship, courage and dance – from Sunday Times bestselling author and ballroom star, Anton Du Beke!
With gorgeous illustrations by Elisa Paganelli, Code Name Foxtrot is perfect for fans of Ben Miller, Emma Carroll and Michael Morpurgo.
A MYSTERY TO SOLVE. A SPY TO CATCH. A SHOW TO SAVE.
Maybe by Christmas, the war will be over and we’ll be back with Mum and Dad . . .
London, 1940: the world is at war and 10-year-old twins Harry and Rosie are evacuated to live with their mysterious great uncle on the stormy Lancashire coast.
Missing home, they throw themselves into the local dance show – determined to do their bit and maybe even dance at the famous Blackpool Winter Gardens.
But when Harry sees strange lights out on the rocks one night, he and Rosie realize their new home is hiding some huge secrets. Racing to uncover the truth, the twins learn that bravery comes in many forms and even in the worst of times, the show must go on . . .
‘An exciting adventure with all the speed and style of Anton’s dancing’ Jacqueline Wilson
You are cordially invited to the wedding of the year! London, 1938.
As the festive season approaches at the luxurious Buckingham Hotel,
romance is in the air. The hotel staff are preparing for a
once-in-a-lifetime event - the marriage of chambermaid Nancy
Nettleton to debonair demonstration dancer Raymond de Guise. As
wreaths are hung and carols are sung, life at the hotel is busier
than ever. Guests arrive from around the world, seeking comfort,
relaxation and refuge as tensions build across Europe and whispered
rumours of war grow louder. Behind the scenes, the staff work
tirelessly, ensuring the smooth operation of the hotel, not only
keeping the confidences of their guests, but also protecting their
own secrets . . . As Raymond takes Nancy in his arms for their
first dance, one thing is certain - this will be a Christmas to
remember. Be swept away by the new breath-taking romantic novel
from Sunday Times bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing star
Anton Du Beke. "A novel that's like a hug!" Phillip Schofield
The stunning new Buckingham novel from Sunday Times bestselling
author Anton Du Beke. September 1940. As the skies split apart and
bombs rain down on London, it's all the staff at the famed
Buckingham Hotel can do to keep their guests in the luxury they're
accustomed to, and evoke the magic of the Grand ballroom for them
each night. Home on leave and still reeling from the tragic events
at Dunkirk, the dashing Raymond de Guise struggles to define his
role in this new world, and to do his duty both to his country, and
his beloved wife Nancy- who needs him now more than ever. With
profiteers skulking the London streets, and devious rivals plotting
the Buckingham's downfall, the hotel staff must all hold onto what
matters most- and decide where their loyalties truly lie. As the
bombing intensifies and Christmas fast approaches, somehow the show
must go on...
In the darkest days of war, a stranger will change everything.
Paris, 1926. A young dancer Ray Cohen arrives from London to
compete at the Exhibition Paris. He is led astray by Hugo, a
charismatic dancer born of the streets, who introduces him to the
city's nightlife and a dazzling stranger called Hannah Lindt.
London, 1941. With the heroic Raymond de Guise away fighting in
North Africa, his beloved wife Nancy must balance her new position
- as Head of Housekeeping at the Buckingham Hotel - with life as a
new mother to their child. As the war rages on, a charismatic
stranger from Raymond's past arrives at Nancy's doorstep, asking
for work at the Buckingham Hotel. As dark secrets rise to the
surface, the very heart of the Buckingham Hotel is under threat.
Will tragedy strike?
The Sunday Times bestseller! 'Downton with dance, perfect!' Santa
Montefiore Prepare to be swept off your feet by the romantic and
irresistible debut novel from Anton Du Beke London, 1936. Inside
the spectacular Grand Ballroom of the exclusive Buckingham Hotel
the rich and powerful, politicians, film stars, even royalty, rub
shoulders with Raymond de Guise and his troupe of talented dancers
from all around the world, who must enchant them, captivate them,
and sweep away their cares. Accustomed to waltzing with the highest
of society, Raymond knows a secret from his past could threaten all
he holds dear. Nancy Nettleton, new chambermaid at the Buckingham,
finds hotel life a struggle after leaving her small hometown. She
dreams of joining the dancers on the ballroom floor as she watches,
unseen, from behind plush curtains and hidden doorways. She soon
discovers everyone at the Buckingham - guests and staff alike - has
something to hide . . . The storm clouds of war are gathering, and
beneath the glitz and glamour of the ballroom lurks an irresistible
world of scandal and secrets. Let's dance . . .
**** THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR FANS OF STRICTLY COME DANCING
**** 'Downton with dance, perfect!' Santa Montefiore Prepare to be
swept off your feet by the romantic and irresistible new novel from
Sunday Times bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing star
Anton Du Beke London, 1937. With a new king in place, tensions are
rising in London and across Europe. Shaken by the Great Depression
and with talk of another war coming, the Buckingham Hotel is trying
to regain some stability. Upstairs, Vivienne Edgerton is desperate
to do something worthwhile with her time and her stepfather's
money, rather than spending it on frivolity and debauchery - but
will this land her in even more trouble? And downstairs,
chambermaid Nancy Nettleton is finally starting to feel more
settled at the Buckingham, and hopes her brother will soon call
London home, too. But she misses the man she loves, demonstration
dancer Raymond de Guise, who is noticeably absent from the Grand
Ballroom dance floor. The staff and guests of the Buckingham soon
discover that in a hotel full of secrets, there's always someone
listening . . .
By Royal invitation, join us to celebrate The Royal Show! Prodigal
son and loyal daughter... The Forsyth Variety Company has been
given the opportunity of a lifetime - to entertain Her Majesty at
1962's Royal Variety Performance. Keen to rehearse, the company
heads to the Seagate Theatre under the tutelage of the company's
owner, Ed Forsyth. This is Ed's last hoorah before retiring and
he's keen to leave on a high. But his son, Cal, has absconded,
leaving his twin sister, Evie, to help manage the company after
their mother's death. Hoping to display her best trapeze
performance ever, she's also desperate that the entire troupe
should succeed. If only her father hadn't brought in another
old-timer... Billy Rich has come all the way from Hollywood,
invited to be their main star. Billy is full of bluster and ego and
his much younger wife, the mysterious Magdalene, doesn't help. Can
this troupe of old-time crooners, dancing girls and magicians
possibly pull this off? Especially when they must compete with the
1960's rebellious new bands and revolutionary music? Abandoned by
her brother, Evie has no idea if she'll ever be able to wrestle the
troupe into a show fit for a queen. But as the theatrical group
heads towards a royal deadline like no other, Cal returns out of
the blue to introduce a song that could change the world. Is he
here to help, or are his motivations darker? As the company
descends into illicit romance, family intrigue and foul crimes,
rehearsals begin to unravel. Can they really do this? Cal thinks he
has the answer, if only the troupe can believe in him. Because the
queen's show must go on...
'Downton with dance, perfect!' Santa Montefiore Prepare to be swept
off your feet by the romantic and irresistible new novel from
Sunday Times bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing star
Anton Du Beke London, 1937. With a new king in place, tensions are
rising in London and across Europe. Shaken by the Great Depression
and with talk of another war coming, the Buckingham Hotel is trying
to regain some stability. Upstairs, Vivienne Edgerton is desperate
to do something worthwhile with her time and her stepfather's
money, rather than spending it on frivolity and debauchery - but
will this land her in even more trouble? And downstairs,
chambermaid Nancy Nettleton is finally starting to feel more
settled at the Buckingham, and hopes her brother will soon call
London home, too. But she misses the man she loves, demonstration
dancer Raymond de Guise, who is noticeably absent from the Grand
Ballroom dance floor. The staff and guests of the Buckingham soon
discover that in a hotel full of secrets, there's always someone
listening . . .
'Downton with dance, perfect' Santa Montefiore 'A novel that's like
a hug!' Phillip Schofield A sweeping tale of love and courage
against the backdrop of World War II, from Sunday Times bestselling
author and King of the Ballroom, Anton Du Beke. London, 1939. As
war is declared once more, a shadow falls over Britain. The staff
at the luxurious Buckingham hotel must do all that they can to keep
their important guests happy, but behind the scenes they are
scared. Away from the glitz and the glamour of the ballroom they
must face this new reality. Newlywed Nancy knows that her brave
husband, debonair dancer Raymond de Guise will want to fight for
his country and enlist. She loves and supports him but is
heartbroken at the thought of them being apart, and the dangers he
will face. With a new hotel manager at the helm, no one knows what
the future holds but as fashionable society retreats from London
and staff depart to sign up for service, one thing is for certain;
life at the Buckingham will never be the same again . . . 'A
rollicking good read, the work of a gifted storyteller' Daily Mail,
on One Enchanted Evening
London, 1939. 'Downton with dance, perfect' Santa Montefiore As war
is declared once more, a shadow falls over Britain. The staff at
the luxurious Buckingham hotel must do all that they can to keep
their important guests happy, but behind the scenes they are
scared. Away from the glitz and the glamour of the ballroom they
must face this new reality. Newlywed Nancy knows that her brave
husband, debonair dancer Raymond de Guise will want to fight for
his country and enlist. She loves and supports him but is
heartbroken at the thought of them being apart, and the dangers he
will face. With a new hotel manager at the helm, no one knows what
the future holds but as fashionable society retreats from London
and staff depart to sign up for service, one thing is for certain;
life at the Buckingham will never be the same again . . .
Be swept away by the new breath-taking romantic novel from Sunday
Times bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du
Beke. You are cordially invited to the wedding of the year! London,
1938. When fiercely independent chambermaid Nancy Nettleton first
moved to London and the Buckingham hotel, the last thing on her
mind was finding love, let alone falling for the debonair
demonstration dancer Raymond de Guise. As the festive season
approaches, life at the exclusive hotel is busier than ever, with
guests arriving from around the world, seeking comfort, relaxation
and refuge as tensions build across Europe and it looks like
another war is imminent. Behind the scenes, the staff work
tirelessly, ensuring the smooth operation of the hotel, guarding
the secrets of their guests - but they have many of their own that
they fear will be revealed. As the band strikes up in the Grand
Ballroom to celebrate Nancy and Raymond's wedding, one thing is
certain - this will be a Christmas to remember.
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