It’s such a pleasure today to be joining the blog tour for the latest book from Lynne Shelby, Dancing in the Moonlight: independently published on 11th March, it’s now available for kindle and in paperback via Amazon in the UK and US. My thanks to Rachel at Rachel’s Random Resources for the invitation and support, and to the author for my advance reading e-copy.
She’s kept us waiting a little for this one, but I’ve always been such a fan of Lynne’s writing. The first book of hers that I read was The One That I Want, set in theatreland, a really lovely (and beautifully told) story with insights into the lives of the rich and famous (you’ll find my review here): and that was followed by There She Goes, a return to theatreland and equally enjoyed (review here). The Summer of Taking Chances was the most perfect escapist romance set in a lovely location (you can read my review again here): and Love on Location became my new favourite so far, set in the Greek islands, with such well drawn characters, a strong and believable romance, and the fascination of film-making on location (you’ll find my full review here). Rome for the Summer was a little different – a dual timeline, lots of intrigue, a historical mystery and a lighter romance so beautifully wrapped around each other (you’ll find my review here).
So – let’s take a look at her latest…
When dancer Nell Avery auditions for Speakeasy, a new West End musical, she is shocked to discover that the choreographer is Finn Harris, a man she never expected to see again.
Ten years ago, Nell and Finn had a casual, no-strings fling. He left London to work abroad. Nell found herself pregnant.
Having made the decision to raise her child alone, Nell didn’t tell Finn that he was the father, a secret easy for her to keep while he was hundreds of miles away. But now Finn is back – and he offers Nell a role in Speakeasy’s cast.
Nell knows if she takes the job she risks Finn finding out her secret, with unimaginable consequences for the life she has made for herself and her daughter, Savannah. But Speakeasy could be Nell’s only chance of dancing on a West End stage – the dream she’s had ever since she first put on a pair of tap shoes. How can she give up her dream?
Nell accepts the role, telling herself that all she has to do is keep away from Finn…
I must apologise – I so enjoyed this book, and had planned to share a review today, but after some unexpectedly traumatic surgery yesterday haven’t been well enough to write it. As soon as I’m back to full strength again – hopefully in the next few days – my review will follow…
About the author
Lynne Shelby writes contemporary women’s fiction/romance. Her debut novel, French Kissing, now re-published in ebook as Meet Me In Paris, was published when it won a national writing competition run by Woman magazine and Accent Press. Her fifth novel, Love On Location, was shortlisted for a Romantic Novelists’ Association Award. She has done a variety of jobs from stable girl to child actor’s chaperone to legal administrator. When not writing or reading, Lynne can usually be found at the theatre watching a play or a musical, or exploring a foreign city, writer’s notebook and sketchbook in hand. She lives in north London with her husband and a lot of books, and has three adult children who live nearby.
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I’m so sorry to hear you are suffering Anne. I hope you have a speedy recovery. I too gave read and enjoyed all of Lynne’s books.
Anne, I am thinking of you and wishing you all the best. I have seen Lynne’s gorgeous book around on social media and it really appeals to me because I love all things Strictly!