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The Dartmouth Diaries #3
All For Victory
If you’re looking for the perfect holiday read, with lots of romance and laugh out loud
comedy, then curl up with the latest entry in the Dartmouth Diaries...
It’s not often that a fledgling career in Event Management kicks off with the wedding of a Hollywood superstar. Of course the fact that this particular Hollywood star is marrying her best friend might have had something to do with the fact that former art gallery owner, Kit Davies landed the job.
That, and the fact that she was about to become homeless and penniless…
But organizing her friend Victory’s big fat Hollywood wedding in the small yachting haven of Dartmouth without alerting the media is not for the faint hearted, and Kit very quickly realizes that she’s way out of her depth - especially as the bride to be has a secret of her own that is rapidly changing her disposition from a fairy tale Cinderella to a would-be Bridezilla.
And then there are the ongoing machinations of Victory’s father, who not only has his own agenda, but has decades of experience in the art of being slippery and evasive...
Inviting Hollywood to Dartmouth might actually be the least of Kit’s worries…
All For Victory is the perfect laugh-out-loud, feel good book for fans of funny love stories, especially quirky British Romantic Comedies.
comedy, then curl up with the latest entry in the Dartmouth Diaries...
It’s not often that a fledgling career in Event Management kicks off with the wedding of a Hollywood superstar. Of course the fact that this particular Hollywood star is marrying her best friend might have had something to do with the fact that former art gallery owner, Kit Davies landed the job.
That, and the fact that she was about to become homeless and penniless…
But organizing her friend Victory’s big fat Hollywood wedding in the small yachting haven of Dartmouth without alerting the media is not for the faint hearted, and Kit very quickly realizes that she’s way out of her depth - especially as the bride to be has a secret of her own that is rapidly changing her disposition from a fairy tale Cinderella to a would-be Bridezilla.
And then there are the ongoing machinations of Victory’s father, who not only has his own agenda, but has decades of experience in the art of being slippery and evasive...
Inviting Hollywood to Dartmouth might actually be the least of Kit’s worries…
All For Victory is the perfect laugh-out-loud, feel good book for fans of funny love stories, especially quirky British Romantic Comedies.
246 pages, Paperback
Published December 16, 2015
About the author
Beverley Watts
78 books313 followersBeverley spent 8 years teaching English as a Foreign Language to International Military Students in Britannia Royal Naval College, the Royal Navy’s premier officer training establishment in the UK. She says that in the whole 8 years there was never a dull moment and many of her wonderful experiences at the College were not only memorable but were most definitely 'the stuff of fiction.' Her debut novel An Officer And A Gentleman Wanted is very loosely based on her adventures at the College.
Beverley particularly enjoys writing books that make people laugh and currently she has four series of Romantic Comedies, both contemporary and historical, as well as a humorous cosy mystery series under her belt.
She lives with her husband in an apartment overlooking the sea on the beautiful English Riviera. Between them they have 3 adult children and two gorgeous grandchildren plus 4 Romanian rescue dogs of indeterminate breed called Florence, Trixie, Lizzie and Aggie.
Until recently, they also had an adorable 'Chichon" named Dotty who was the inspiration for Dotty in The Shackleford Diaries.
You can find out more about Beverley’s books at www.beverleywatts.com
Beverley particularly enjoys writing books that make people laugh and currently she has four series of Romantic Comedies, both contemporary and historical, as well as a humorous cosy mystery series under her belt.
She lives with her husband in an apartment overlooking the sea on the beautiful English Riviera. Between them they have 3 adult children and two gorgeous grandchildren plus 4 Romanian rescue dogs of indeterminate breed called Florence, Trixie, Lizzie and Aggie.
Until recently, they also had an adorable 'Chichon" named Dotty who was the inspiration for Dotty in The Shackleford Diaries.
You can find out more about Beverley’s books at www.beverleywatts.com
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May 8, 2022
Great
Well they did it, but we found out what the admirals secret was, at least Kit and Tory were not related.
Well they did it, but we found out what the admirals secret was, at least Kit and Tory were not related.
March 28, 2022
Kit in charge
Noah and Tory are engaged and want to marry as soon as possible. Thank goodness that Kit has just become an event planner! As usual, nothing is easy, the wedding being secret and the guest list packed with many of Noah's Hollywood friends, adding to the complications. Admiral, unfortunately has a promise from long ago up his sleeve that could promise the absolute demise of a perfect day.
Laugh out loud funny and promising to keep you glued to the page, Beverly Watts continues to work her magic at producing an enchanting concoction of witty situations and tear filled hiccups to keep the reader thoroughly engrossed to the end.
Books are best if read as a series so you don't muss out on any of the juicy tidbits!
Noah and Tory are engaged and want to marry as soon as possible. Thank goodness that Kit has just become an event planner! As usual, nothing is easy, the wedding being secret and the guest list packed with many of Noah's Hollywood friends, adding to the complications. Admiral, unfortunately has a promise from long ago up his sleeve that could promise the absolute demise of a perfect day.
Laugh out loud funny and promising to keep you glued to the page, Beverly Watts continues to work her magic at producing an enchanting concoction of witty situations and tear filled hiccups to keep the reader thoroughly engrossed to the end.
Books are best if read as a series so you don't muss out on any of the juicy tidbits!
May 27, 2023
Absolutely brilliant
I am thoroughly enjoying the Victory books. I was hooked from the first chapter of the first book and now I’m 3 books down I still want to read more. Just when you think you know what’s coming there’s a twist, and well it’s just so funny in places too. It’s a great holiday read and I can’t wait to read the next book. In fact I’m on my way to Amazon now to purchase it.
I am thoroughly enjoying the Victory books. I was hooked from the first chapter of the first book and now I’m 3 books down I still want to read more. Just when you think you know what’s coming there’s a twist, and well it’s just so funny in places too. It’s a great holiday read and I can’t wait to read the next book. In fact I’m on my way to Amazon now to purchase it.
July 18, 2023
Absolutely brilliant, if I could give this book more than five stars , I assuredly would. Please, if you are going to listen or book read this book, make sure that you read the others in order. I laughed out loud a great deal, no spoilers but best moment has to be the flying dog poo, shall say no more, but then I do have a warped sense of humour. Beverley Watts at her very best. I highly recommend this book and it's predecessors.
June 3, 2023
Wonderful and laugh out loud funny
I am so enjoying this series and very glad that I read the three books in order.
This author has an ability to take a slightly humorous situation that might make me smile into one that causes belly laughs. Really, her descriptions are so often hilarious!
Read these books and this author!
I am so enjoying this series and very glad that I read the three books in order.
This author has an ability to take a slightly humorous situation that might make me smile into one that causes belly laughs. Really, her descriptions are so often hilarious!
Read these books and this author!
April 23, 2025
A little bit of everything
The story has lots of interesting. Turns of events that keep a reader interested. While some of the solutions to their problems seem somewhat predictable,, other revelations are unexpected and surprising happily, the whole thing ends with love and happiness for everyone.
The story has lots of interesting. Turns of events that keep a reader interested. While some of the solutions to their problems seem somewhat predictable,, other revelations are unexpected and surprising happily, the whole thing ends with love and happiness for everyone.
August 23, 2025
just love this world
The banter and chaos are lol funny, you laugh so hard your eyes tear. But more than that you embrace people that are real. We all know someone similar to these characters. They are endearing. There is always a crisis and the ones in this book are unique and surprising.
The banter and chaos are lol funny, you laugh so hard your eyes tear. But more than that you embrace people that are real. We all know someone similar to these characters. They are endearing. There is always a crisis and the ones in this book are unique and surprising.
October 30, 2022
Tears of Joy
This third book does not disappoint. Lots of heart stopping moments as well as tears of joy and full blown laughter. A heartwarming brilliant read and I cannot wait to read the next chapter. Highly recommended!
This third book does not disappoint. Lots of heart stopping moments as well as tears of joy and full blown laughter. A heartwarming brilliant read and I cannot wait to read the next chapter. Highly recommended!
July 18, 2023
The third title in the Dartford Diaries series. With the impending nuptials growing ever closer, once again Admiral Shackleton’s previous antics are aired and in danger of putting a spanner in the works.
September 25, 2023
A happy ending.
The descriptions of places and of the characters makes you almost feel to be there watching events unfold. A rather complicated plot which resolves itself perfectly as the story unfolds. I look forward to the next book.
The descriptions of places and of the characters makes you almost feel to be there watching events unfold. A rather complicated plot which resolves itself perfectly as the story unfolds. I look forward to the next book.
October 12, 2023
This series of books are responsible for turning me into an insomniac! I go to bed intending to just read for half an hour and 2 hours later…I love the characters, storylines and humour but in all honesty they should come with a health warning!
January 4, 2024
heart warming story
I loved this book it’s full of laughter and surprises and the style of writing has you lose in a fantastic read you can really get inside the story and characters as if your actually there can’t wait to start the next book 💕
I loved this book it’s full of laughter and surprises and the style of writing has you lose in a fantastic read you can really get inside the story and characters as if your actually there can’t wait to start the next book 💕
February 5, 2024
wonderful
Again Beverley out did herself. I laughed and was sad and absolutely adore these books. Just a shame they are finished. Can’t wait for her next books. Thank you for these amazing books that lifted my spirit when I needed it
Again Beverley out did herself. I laughed and was sad and absolutely adore these books. Just a shame they are finished. Can’t wait for her next books. Thank you for these amazing books that lifted my spirit when I needed it
August 31, 2024
Lots of laughs, sweet romance (now with a new couple) and even a bit of mystery. So far, I'm really enjoying this series (and I believe I'm going to start writing down some of the Admiral's unique expressions, they're priceless).
February 11, 2025
Wonderful
I am enjoying this series immensely
Beverley Watts is such a clever writer with an amazing sense of humour. This book, especially, has been laugh out loud.
Looking forward to the next one.
I am enjoying this series immensely
Beverley Watts is such a clever writer with an amazing sense of humour. This book, especially, has been laugh out loud.
Looking forward to the next one.
May 9, 2025
Although the first book of the series “Claiming Victory”, was good, I felt it lacked what I had been expecting. Read my review to get a better idea.
Now, “All for Victory”, hit the mark. I can’t believe how much I laughed and finally a little mystery was embedded… On to “Chasing Victory “.
Now, “All for Victory”, hit the mark. I can’t believe how much I laughed and finally a little mystery was embedded… On to “Chasing Victory “.
July 22, 2025
Another Good, Funny Romance
Beverly Watts has done it again, written another easy reading, funny romance. This time it’s Kit, Victory’s best friend telling the story and meeting the fearsome Jason. Great series.
Beverly Watts has done it again, written another easy reading, funny romance. This time it’s Kit, Victory’s best friend telling the story and meeting the fearsome Jason. Great series.
June 23, 2018
Brilliant
Once again, not disappointed, absolutely brilliant, have already downloaded the next book, and can't wait to start it, you must read them all
Once again, not disappointed, absolutely brilliant, have already downloaded the next book, and can't wait to start it, you must read them all
December 28, 2022
Another great story line.
And finally Tory and Noah tied the knot.
Can't wait to read the next book
And finally Tory and Noah tied the knot.
Can't wait to read the next book
January 4, 2024
Great fun for everyone
Enjoyable fun from the Captain to young love. The Captain has to un-invite his farting old friend and Victoria must join in the fun. Great humour for all.
Enjoyable fun from the Captain to young love. The Captain has to un-invite his farting old friend and Victoria must join in the fun. Great humour for all.
January 9, 2024
Falling in love …..
With these books and characters. The Admiral cracks me up and can’t wait for the next one to see the next chapter for them all
With these books and characters. The Admiral cracks me up and can’t wait for the next one to see the next chapter for them all
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May 16, 2024Another fun romp.
May 19, 2024
Book 3 completed
This is such a great read. Funny, happy,sad and poignant. Can’t wait to read the next one. Hope you enjoy as much as I did.
This is such a great read. Funny, happy,sad and poignant. Can’t wait to read the next one. Hope you enjoy as much as I did.
June 4, 2024
Good read
Another good book in the series, nice to see all the character development from the first book through this series. As always the admiral provides the humour.
Another good book in the series, nice to see all the character development from the first book through this series. As always the admiral provides the humour.
June 20, 2024
Wonderfully funny
Once again I was crying with laughter. A really uplifting funny read with just the right touch of romance thrown in
Once again I was crying with laughter. A really uplifting funny read with just the right touch of romance thrown in
June 24, 2024
absolutely hilarious heartfelt.
Great story and never laughed so hard to the point of crying. Then to tears of joy and heart ache. A great series to be read.
Great story and never laughed so hard to the point of crying. Then to tears of joy and heart ache. A great series to be read.
August 4, 2024
great book
Love this book, looking forward to reading the next one…just brilliant,.I feel like I’m right there with them , funny and just a wonderful book
Love this book, looking forward to reading the next one…just brilliant,.I feel like I’m right there with them , funny and just a wonderful book
September 4, 2024
Laughed, cried, and Laughed some more
Absolutely love this book series. The Admirals Antics have made my bed shake with laughter.
Tears spilt for friendships lost.
Absolutely love this book series. The Admirals Antics have made my bed shake with laughter.
Tears spilt for friendships lost.
October 26, 2024
A hilarious read
October 27, 2024
More like 3.75 but rounded up. I am enjoying this series🥰
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