Release: July 16th 2020
Format: Ebook
Publisher: Canelo Saga
Source: Love Book Tours
Find it at: Amazon
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When Evie’s dreams come crashing down, she’s determined to still make something of herself in these trying times…
It is 1939 and working class Evie Bishop has received a scholarship to study mathematics at Oxford when tragedy turns her life upside down. Evie must seek a new future for herself and, inspired to contribute to the war effort, joins the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force as an Ops Room plotter.
Posted to a fighter station on the Sussex Coast, Evie befriends two other WAAFs – shy, awkward May and flirty, glamorous Jess. Faced with earning the approval of strict officers and finding their way in a male dominated world, the three girls band together to overcome challenges, navigate new romances and keep their pilots safe in the skies.
But the German bombers seem to know more than they should about the base’s operations, and soon Evie, May and Jess are caught up in a world more dangerous than they ever imagined
About the Author:
Vicki Beeby writes historical fiction about the friendships and loves of service women brought together by the Second World War.
Her first job was as a civil engineer on a sewage treatment project, so things could only improve from there. Since then, she has worked as a maths teacher and education consultant before turning freelance to give herself more time to write.
In her free time, when she can drag herself away from reading, she enjoys walking and travelling to far-off places by train. She lives in Shropshire in a house that doesn’t contain nearly enough bookshelves.
The Ops Room Girls Review:
I didn’t expect to enjoy reading this book as much as I thought I would. This book was delightful and has everything from action, adventure, sabotage, espionage, romance and even humor.
Firstly, I loved the author’s style of writing. The story-line flows so smoothly that you never have trouble following it. Even though I knew nothing about life at the Air Force, I was able to visualize the details perfectly. Moreover, the author beautifully blends the romance with action and adventure that make this so entertaining to read.
I also loved the three characters. Evie, Jess and May are unique in their own manner. It was so nice to see how Evie and May let their guard down to give their heart a chance. Jess is energetic and lively and lightened up the scenes. I loved Evie’s romance with Alex. May’s relationship with Patrick is also adorable. More than the relationship, I adored the friendship that the three girls shared. The climax is gripping as the group tries to figure out who is the culprit that is endangering their lives.
If I had to criticize, it would only be wanting to know more about the characters. I would have loved it if we had more background on Jess’s past. Even after reading the story, she is somewhat of a mystery to me. I also felt that her relationship with Milan was not fully explored, when compared to the others.
However, since this is book one of the series, I look forward to reading the next book and discovering the characters. Overall, “The Ops Room Girls” is a wonderful start to the series!
