Audiobooks by Tracy Baines

Silver Linings for The Seaside Girls - A BRAND NEW wartime saga of courage, hope and resilience for 2026 (Unabridged)

"A BRAND NEW heartwarming WWII saga of friendship, courage and hope from the bestselling author Tracy Baines! Perfect for fans of Rosie Goodwin, Nancy Revell and Kitty Neale! ❤️'A charming, heart-warming saga!' bestselling author, Rosie Clarke. Can old wounds heal in time to save the day? Cleethorpes, 1941 Singer Jessie Delaney is back home after narrowly escaping the London Blitz with her life. Her confidence in tatters, she's playing it safe; performing at the Café Dansant - hardly the future she dreamed of. With husband Johnny Randolph serving overseas, Frances Randolph is busy juggling the business, motherhood and keeping West End star Ruby Randolph out of trouble. Much to Frances's relief, the arrival of a handsome naval officer full of attractive and exciting ideas provides an earnest and timely distraction for Ruby. Could this spur Ruby on to new beginnings? Young, talented amateur entertainer, Peggy Marshall has been left in the care of her feckless stepmother while her father serves on the dangerous Atlantic convoys. Performing is her escape, but as her star rises, danger lurks, and Peggy has nowhere to turn. With everyone doing their bit, the Seaside Girls pool their talents to support the community and also their men at war. Will heartbreak and danger scupper their efforts - or will the show go on, no matter what... Praise for Tracy Baines: 'Brilliant brilliant a brilliant read I really enjoyed it from start to finish I caring wait for the next one Tracey Baines you are one amazing storyteller. Thank you for this great series' - Reader Review 'Great story. I was right there from the first page and carried beautifully to the end. Couldn't put it down from one drama to another. Loved it!' - Reader Review 'A charming, heart-warming saga about ambition, hard work and courage in the cut and thrust of a world often driven by jealousy and spite'. - Rosie Clarke 'Brilliant and gripping storyline. Couldn't put the books down. Cant wait to read more of Tracy Baines, and hopefully more stories like these'- Reader Review 'Brilliant book. Great story , can't wait to continue reading next one, few sad bits but you know it's going to come good' - Reader Review 'Immerse yourself in the exciting, evocative world of Wartime theatre. I highly recommend this book.' - Fenella J Miller 'An emotional, entertaining read that had me gripped!' - Sheila Riley 'An absorbing and poignant saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it...' - Elaine Roberts 'Terrific - beautifully written. The book twinkles. A well-crafted and satisfying story' - Maisie Thomas"

Tracy Baines (Author), Julie Maisey (Narrator)

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Hopes and Dreams for The Seaside Girls - The Seaside Girls - A gripping, heartwarming historical saga from Tracy Baines (Unabridged)

"The next heartwarming book in Tracy Baines, The Seaside Girls series - prepare to be entertained.. As war is declared can The Seaside Girls keep smiling through... Cleethorpes, September 1939 Struggling to keep their spirits up as the reality of war hits home and theatres are closed, friends Jessie Delaney and Frances O'Leary search for work to see them through until they can sing and dance again. Frances, once dreamed of becoming a dancer but soon found herself with a broken heart and a precious secret when her lover abandoned her. Keeping her precious secret from her friends grows more difficult as time passes and their friendship grows.. But with news that her lover is returning to England from a successful tour of America, how long will it be before the truth comes to light? Secrets aren't good for anyone and Frances isn't the only one hiding things from her friends. Ginny Thomspon, another Seaside Girl is hoping for the best. But is hope enough? Can the Seaside Girls pull together to help each other through the tough times or will their secrets tear them apart? A gritty and heart-warming saga perfect for readers of Elaine Everest, Nancy Revell and Pam Howes. If you love the Seaside Girls, have you tried Tracy's Dockyard Girls series? Praise for Tracy Baines: 'Brilliant brilliant a brilliant read I really enjoyed it from start to finish I caring wait for the next one Tracey Baines you are one amazing storyteller. Thank you for this great series' - Reader Review 'Great story. I was right there from the first page and carried beautifully to the end. Couldn't put it down from one drama to another. Loved it!' - Reader Review 'A charming, heart-warming saga about ambition, hard work and courage in the cut and thrust of a world often driven by jealousy and spite'. - Rosie Clarke 'Brilliant and gripping storyline. Couldn't put the books down. Cant wait to read more of Tracy Baines, and hopefully more stories like these'- Reader Review 'Brilliant book. Great story , can't wait to continue reading next one, few sad bits but you know it's going to come good' - Reader Review 'Immerse yourself in the exciting, evocative world of Wartime theatre. I highly recommend this book.' - Fenella J Miller 'An emotional, entertaining read that had me gripped!' - Sheila Riley 'An absorbing and poignant saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it...' - Elaine Roberts 'Terrific - beautifully written. The book twinkles. A well-crafted and satisfying story' - Maisie Thomas"

Tracy Baines (Author), Julie Maisey (Narrator)

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The Seaside Girls

"A brand new historical saga series full of friendship and laughter from bestselling author Tracy BainesWar looms on the horizon. . . Cleethorpes, 1939With the country teetering on the brink of war everyone faces an uncertain future. Destitute after the tragic death of her father, aspiring singer Jessie Delaney and her family have no choice other than to accept the charity spiteful Aunt Iris to keep a roof over their heads. Jessie is soon dreaming of a life filled music and excitement. How can Jessie escape the drudgery, support her family and pursue her dreams?Through her father's connections Jessie finds work as a Variety Girl in a small seaside theatre in Cleethorpes. But taking the job means flying solo and leaving her family and her sweetheart, Harry behind. Friendships are forged but will the glamour of show business lose its shine without those she loves close by?A gritty and heart-warming saga perfect for readers of Elaine Everest, Nancy Revell and Pam Howes. If you love the Seaside Girls, have you tried Tracy's Dockyard Girls series?Praise for Tracy Baines:'Great story. I was right there from the first page and carried beautifully to the end. Couldn't put it down from one drama to another. Loved it!' - Reader Review'A charming, heart-warming saga about ambition, hard work and courage in the cut and thrust of a world often driven by jealousy and spite'. - Rosie Clarke'Brilliant book. Great story , can't wait to continue reading next one, few sad bits but you know it's going to come good' - Reader Review'Immerse yourself in the exciting, evocative world of Wartime theatre. I highly recommend this book. ' - Fenella J Miller'An emotional, entertaining read that had me gripped!' - Sheila Riley'An absorbing and poignant saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it. . . ' - Elaine Roberts'Terrific - beautifully written. The book twinkles. A well-crafted and satisfying story' - Maisie Thomas"

Tracy Baines (Author), Julie Maisey (Narrator)

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Seaside Girls Under Fire (Unabridged)

"Preorder the brand New instalment in the Seaside Girls Series from Tracy Baines - is it all over for the Seaside Girls?Will the war put a stop to the Seaside Girls?Cleethorpes, September 1940It's all change for the Seaside Girls. . . Singer Jessie Delaney has finally got her big break in London's West End and is determined to make the most of her golden opportunity, even with the start of the Blitz. Lonely, and lacking the guidance of friends and family, Jessie hopes that seasoned performer Adele Bailey will help her find her feet. But, when fame beckons friendships are tested and loyalties are divided. Ginny Thompson returns home to Sheffield to care for her sick but abusive father. Will she survive the wrath of her father and the blitz and return to her passion of entertaining the troops on the stage?Meanwhile, back in Cleethorpes Frances Randolph is busy running the Palace Theatre whilst her husband serves his King and Country wondering if her life in the spotlight is over forever. Will Jessie make the right choices as she navigates her way to the top - and can Ginny and Frances find their way back to the limelight?A gritty and heart-warming saga perfect for readers of Elaine Everest, Nancy Revell and Pam Howes. If you love the Seaside Girls - try Tracy's other series The Dockyard GirlsPraise for Tracy Baines:'Brilliant brilliant a brilliant read I really enjoyed it from start to finish I caring wait for the next one Tracey Baines you are one amazing storyteller. Thank you for this great series' - Reader Review'Great story. I was right there from the first page and carried beautifully to the end. Couldn't put it down from one drama to another. Loved it!' - Reader Review'A charming, heart-warming saga about ambition, hard work and courage in the cut and thrust of a world often driven by jealousy and spite'. - Rosie Clarke'Brilliant and gripping storyline. Couldn't put the books down. Cant wait to read more of Tracy Baines, and hopefully more stories like these'- Reader Review'Brilliant book. Great story , can't wait to continue reading next one, few sad bits but you know it's going to come good' - Reader Review'Immerse yourself in the exciting, evocative world of Wartime theatre. I highly recommend this book. ' - Fenella J Miller'An emotional, entertaining read that had me gripped!' - Sheila Riley'An absorbing and poignant saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it. . . ' - Elaine Roberts'Terrific - beautifully written. The book twinkles. A well-crafted and satisfying story' - Maisie Thomas"

Tracy Baines (Author), Julie Maisey (Narrator)

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Trouble at Fishers Wharf

"BRAND NEW from Tracy Baines The winds of war bring uncertainty but also opportunity. . . With the outbreak of War, the fishing fleet is confined to port, bringing hardship to the families and businesses of Fishers Wharf. Ruth Evans awaits the safe return of her father's last trawler carrying her wayward brother Henry, the future of the family business. But unbeknownst to their father, Henry sees war as a chance to break free from the constraints of his privileged background and follow his heart. Much is expected of Ruth. Her marriage to Arthur Marshall will help realise her father's dream uniting two of the largest trawler companies in Grimsby. But will Ruth choose the path of duty or destiny? Ruth's friendship with hardworking Letty Hardy sustains her. Separated by class, they are united through their work for the Fishermen's Mission as Letty battles to keep her business and family afloat while husband Alec serves on the minesweepers. Can they navigate the treacherous waters ahead - or will they be caught by hidden dangers? Praise for Tracy Baines: 'A charming, heart-warming saga about ambition, hard work and courage in the cut and thrust of a world often driven by jealousy and spite' Rosie Clarke 'Immerse yourself in the exciting, evocative world of Wartime musical theatre. I highly recommend this book' Fenella Miller 'An absorbing and poignant saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it' Elaine Roberts 'Terrific - beautifully written. The book twinkles. A well-crafted and satisfying story' Maisie Thomas 'A pleasure from start to finish' Glenda Young 'You will have to read this well-researched song and dance of a novel in great gulps as I did' Annie Clark 'I just loved this book!' Molly Walton 'The Variety Girls is terrific - beautifully written and with an unusual background. The stage costumes twinkle with sequins and the book twinkles with tiny details of theatre life that add depth and atmosphere to this well-crafted and satisfying story' Maisie Thomas 'A pleasure from start to finish' Glenda Young 'You will have to read this well-researched song and dance of a novel in great gulps as I did' Milly Adams 'An evocative, busy, entertaining read, which has well balanced touches of humour, vying with angst, and of course, more than a dollop of tension' Margaret Graham, Frost Magazine 'Characterisation is one of the book's strong points - the individual characters stay in your mind long after you finish the story' Barbara Dynes, The Voice"

Tracy Baines (Author), Catherine Harvey (Narrator)

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A New Year for The Seaside Girls - The Seaside Girls (Unabridged)

"Can the Seaside Girls embrace the new year with courage. . . Cleethorpes - 1940 As the new year dawns the show at the Empire comes to an end and it's time for the girls to move on. Years of struggle are over for Frances O'Leary when Johnny Randolph returns to make things right for her and their daughter. Do they have a chance of happiness? Of being a family after so long? But their good fortune is fraught with complications when sister Ruby Randolph decides to have her last hurrah, leaving a trail of devastation in her wake. Jessie Delaney is afraid to follow her dreams and leave those she loves behind - can she really have it all? All the seaside girls have their own battles to fight. And while they figure things out it's time for them to do their bit for the war and keep Britain smiling. A gritty and heart-warming saga perfect for readers of Elaine Everest, Nancy Revell and Pam Howes."

Tracy Baines (Author), Julie Maisey (Narrator)

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The Women of Fishers Wharf (Unabridged)

"A brand new series from Tracy Baines. Can you leave the past behind and embrace the future?Great Grimsby, 1912 After the death of his father and brother, newlywed fisherman Alec Hardy decides to make a fresh start with his young wife Letty and move from Lowestoft to the thriving fishing port of Grimsby in search of a brighter future. Young Letty is from farming stock and knows nothing of the hard life as a fishermen's wife but is willing to leave behind her warm hearted and loving family and embrace the challenge. But where Alec goes, so does his widowed mother, Dorcas and she has yet to come to terms with taking second place in her son's life. She resents her son's choice of wife and the two women clash. With Alec at sea for weeks on end and with her grieving and bitter mother-in-law as her only companion Letty seeks escape among the streets of Fish Dock Wharf. Can Letty help them break free from the shadows of the past or will she be bound by Dorcas' insistence that they cling to the old ways? Praise for Tracy Baines: 'A saga about ambition, hard work, courage ...and spite'. Rosie Clarke I highly recommend this book.' Fenella Miller 'An emotional, entertaining read that had me gripped!' Sheila Riley 'An absorbing saga. I loved it from the very beginning and would highly recommend it...' Elaine Roberts 'Terrific - beautifully written. A well-crafted and satisfying story' Maisie Thomas 'A pleasure from start to finish.' Glenda Young 'an evocative, busy, entertaining read vying with angst, and of course, more than a dollop of tension.' Margaret Graham, Frost Magazine 'Characterisation is one of the book's strong points - the individual characters stay in your mind long after you finish the story.' Barbara Dynes, The Voice'I just loved this book! Molly Walton"

Tracy Baines (Author), Catherine Harvey (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by Tracy Baines

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