A new arrival at the Beach Hotel spells trouble Chambermaid Fanny is thanking her lucky stars she has had a second chance at life. As an unmarried mother, it could have been very different and she is happy. But when new maid, Susie, arrives at the Beach Hotel, it isn't long before sparks fly. Susie begins to meddle in Fanny's friendships and even in her budding romance with Walter, an American working at the aerodrome. Meanwhile, a flu epidemic starts to spread and as more people fall ill, the hotel is forced to close. Matters come to a head when Susie plots to reveal secrets about Fanny that could spell her ruin. Can the hotel and the hardworking women who run it survive? An uplifting, emotional WW1 saga perfect for fans of Ginny Bell and Jean Fullerton Readers adore the Beach Hotel series: 'Oh wow this story wasamazing and heartfeltI hope there will be more in this series' Reader Review 'Another brilliant book by this brilliant author.' Reader Review 'Brilliant storyline, brilliant book. Couldn't put it down. Family saga at its best.' Reader Review 'I loved this enchanting readcould not put it down.' Reader Review 'Well, what a start to a new series! There are many secrets to be uncoveredI loved this book.' Reader Review 'Had me turning the pages well into the night A five-star, well-written beach caper. A page turner from beginning to end.' Reader Review 'Charmingthis book felt like an escapeThe story was heartwarming.' Reader Review 'I thoroughly enjoyed this bookI'm glad there is more to come from the Beach Hotel.' Reader Review 'I have enjoyed all three books in this series but this one was the best! I think that is because it is Helen's story and Helen is the very heart of the hotelI really enjoyed it.' Reader Review 'The strong thread that runs through this series is friendship, that's exactly what Helen Bygrove needs when things get difficult! I know it was third in series but I'm sure there's room for a follow up! I live in hope.' Reader Review