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From the highly acclaimed author of The Shackleford Sisters, Beverley Watts, comes the first in a series of romantic comedies that will actually make you laugh out loud. Get ready for a hilarious and heart-warming adventure in Claiming Victory - Book One of The Shackleford Diaries (formerly The Dartmouth Diaries).
At thirty-two, Victory Shackleford is arguably overweight, undeniably frumpish and the love of her life is a dog. She still lives at home with her father – an eccentric, retired Admiral who she considers reckless, irresponsible, and total incapable of looking after himself. Her father on the other hand thinks Victory is a miserable wet blanket with no imagination or sense of adventure, and what’s more he’s determined to find her a partner who will take her off his hands.
Unfortunately, there’s no one in the picturesque yachting town of Dartmouth that Tory is remotely interested in, despite her father’s best efforts. But all that is about to change when she discovers that her madcap parent has rented out their house as a location shoot for the biggest Hollywood blockbuster of the year. As cast and crew descend, Tory’s humdrum, orderly existence is turned completely upside down, especially as the lead actor has just been voted the sexiest man on the planet…
Claiming Victory is a delightful and witty tale that will have you laughing out loud and rooting for Tory every step of the way. With its quirky characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and unexpected romance, this book is the perfect escape into a world of comedic mayhem. So grab a copy, sit back, and get ready for a hilarious journey that will leave you smiling from ear to ear!
Praise from Amazon readers for the Shackleford Diaries:
‘It’s a fairy tale story but the writing in places had me literally crying with laughter and not able to read on! The hysterical pictures in my mind made me smile for hours. Loved it.’
‘I’ve read a lot of romantic comedies, but none have had me crying with laughter like the Shackleford Diaries.’
‘I was laughing so hard, I had to stop reading to wipe the tears away.’
‘Brilliant books that really do make you laugh out loud. You just don't want to put them down.’
‘The funniest books ever. My husband thinks I’m deranged as I’ve laughed so much.’
‘Don't read them in the early hours of the morning if hubby is asleep, they made me howl with laughter. Tried to stifle it but shook the bedclothes. Absolutely brilliant.’
Genre: Romance
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