Description
Experience the poignant tale of love, resilience, and the trials of war with 'Wartime Brides and Wedding Cakes,' an unabridged audio book on CD. Set in January 1941, amidst the backdrop of World War II, this compelling story opens with Charlie Barton quietly leaving for battle, leaving behind his wife, Audrey, who must navigate the difficulties of operating their family bakery in Bournemouth. As the Blitz intensifies, Audrey’s unwavering dedication shines as she strives to keep the town's spirits high with her passion for baking, despite the chaos surrounding them.
The narrative also intertwines the fates of other remarkable characters: Audrey's brother, William, returns from battle with scars—both visible and hidden—while his fiancée, Elsie, yearns for their wedding day. Meanwhile, Maggie, a bakery helper, harbors secret hopes for romance with dashing officer George. What happens when their truths threaten their budding love? Furthermore, Audrey's stepsister, Lily, faces societal judgment as she raises her illegitimate child, leading to a heart-wrenching choice when her first love re-enters her life.
With unexpected challenges, including a disaster that threatens the bakery, Audrey must rally her courage and fight for her family and her dreams. This audio book brings to life themes of sacrifice, love, and the strength found in community during trying times.
Please note that this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON A CD. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As it's shipped from our Auckland warehouse, there are no unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes. Condition: BRAND NEW | ISBN: 9781489449405 | Format: CD standard audio format | Year: 2018 | Publisher: Bolinda audio.
Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON A CD. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781489449405
Format: CD standard audio format
Year: 2018
Publisher: Bolinda audio
Description:
January 1941: As Charlie Barton tiptoes silently out of the house one cold winter morning to go off and fight for his country, his wife Audrey is left to run the family bakery on her own.
Times are tougher than ever, but at the Barton Bakery in Bournemouth, Audrey is determined as always to serve the town with love, loaves and cakes, even as the town is reeling from the struggles of the Blitz.
Audrey’s brother William has returned from battle with serious wounds. His fiancé Elsie is waiting for wedding bells, but William is a changed man, and will her hopes be in vain?
Bakery helper Maggie has her heart set on dashing officer George. But will George still want to marry her when he discovers the truth about her family?
And Lily, Audrey’s stepsister, is struggling to raise her illegitimate baby and facing judgement from many in the town. The man who broke her heart returns with an offer, and Lily faces a hard decision about where her future lies.
When disaster strikes the bakery, Audrey fears that everything she has worked for may be ruined. With her shop threatened and her family in turmoil, can she fight to save everything she holds dear?
The narrative also intertwines the fates of other remarkable characters: Audrey's brother, William, returns from battle with scars—both visible and hidden—while his fiancée, Elsie, yearns for their wedding day. Meanwhile, Maggie, a bakery helper, harbors secret hopes for romance with dashing officer George. What happens when their truths threaten their budding love? Furthermore, Audrey's stepsister, Lily, faces societal judgment as she raises her illegitimate child, leading to a heart-wrenching choice when her first love re-enters her life.
With unexpected challenges, including a disaster that threatens the bakery, Audrey must rally her courage and fight for her family and her dreams. This audio book brings to life themes of sacrifice, love, and the strength found in community during trying times.
Please note that this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON A CD. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As it's shipped from our Auckland warehouse, there are no unexpected import charges, custom duties, or taxes. Condition: BRAND NEW | ISBN: 9781489449405 | Format: CD standard audio format | Year: 2018 | Publisher: Bolinda audio.
Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON A CD. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781489449405
Format: CD standard audio format
Year: 2018
Publisher: Bolinda audio
Description:
January 1941: As Charlie Barton tiptoes silently out of the house one cold winter morning to go off and fight for his country, his wife Audrey is left to run the family bakery on her own.
Times are tougher than ever, but at the Barton Bakery in Bournemouth, Audrey is determined as always to serve the town with love, loaves and cakes, even as the town is reeling from the struggles of the Blitz.
Audrey’s brother William has returned from battle with serious wounds. His fiancé Elsie is waiting for wedding bells, but William is a changed man, and will her hopes be in vain?
Bakery helper Maggie has her heart set on dashing officer George. But will George still want to marry her when he discovers the truth about her family?
And Lily, Audrey’s stepsister, is struggling to raise her illegitimate baby and facing judgement from many in the town. The man who broke her heart returns with an offer, and Lily faces a hard decision about where her future lies.
When disaster strikes the bakery, Audrey fears that everything she has worked for may be ruined. With her shop threatened and her family in turmoil, can she fight to save everything she holds dear?