Florida Girls, A Novel: A gripping, historical fiction with jaw-dropping twists inspired by true events, book one the Queenpin Chronicles

by L.L. Kirchner

Overview

A war bond tour full of eager young women. A sunny town with a seedy underbelly. When the Florida Girls start shooting back, will anyone survive?

St. Petersburg, Florida, 1944. Thelma Miles can't stomach injustice. Broke and orphaned near the close of WWII, the 18-year-old joins a troupe of touring swimsuit models hoping for a fresh start, only to discover she's stepped into the mafia's lair.

Kathleen Young, desperate to save her business and ailing husband, organizes the tour. But her single-minded focus blinds her to the dangers lurking beneath the surface.

L.L. Kirchner's twisty debut novel Florida Girls weaves a rich tapestry of:

• Real-life characters and meticulous historical detail

• Resilient women fighting to reclaim their place in post-war America

• A gripping blend of glamor, crime, and unexpected alliances

NYT-bestselling author Jane Heller raves: "Florida Girls is a rollicking debut novel brimming with colorful characters, twists and turns and, at its heart, women who overcome different backgrounds to form an unbreakable bond."

Perfect for fans of:​

• Complex, multi-layered narratives

• Coming-of-age stories set against historical backdrops

• Vivid period details that transport you to 1940s Florida

Florida Girls is the first explosive entry in The Queenpin Chronicles series. Follow Thelma and Kathleen as they navigate a rapidly changing world, discovering untapped reserves of strength, brutality, and love.

Dive into this world of crime and glamour. Buy Florida Girls today and start your journey with The Queenpin Chronicles!

Product Details

BN ID:	2940185954782
Publisher:	LILA BOOKS
Publication date:	05/28/2024
Series:	The Queenpin Chronicles , #1
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Sales rank:	16,670
File size:	864 KB

About the Author

L.L. Kirchner is an award-winning screenwriter and Pushcart-nominated author whose work explores feminist narratives drawing on her diverse background as a religion editor, a dating columnist, and bridal editor. She has the ability to inhabit various perspectives and push boundaries.

In 2024, Kirchner will launch her highly anticipated trilogy, the Queenpin Chronicles, with her debut novel, FLORIDA GIRLS. Set in 1940s Florida, this multi-POV suspense story follows an unconventional heroine navigating the criminal underworld and fighting for independence in a male-dominated society. Through vivid prose and richly drawn characters, Kirchner illuminates the patriarchal and self-imposed boundaries women face while celebrating the strength of those who dare to break free.
She lives in Florida with her favorite husband.

Next up in her forthcoming trilogy is Vegas Girls, planned for December of 2024.

Editorial Reviews

We've all heard of social media personalities like #girlboss, which is a woman who triumphs in a boys-only business world. Or even #thatgirl, a wellness-focused woman who meditates and exercises her way to her best self. But, L. L. Kirchner's new novel Florida Girls is a lively historical fiction that reminds us that womanly self-actualization is an older, deeper story — and not without some serious conflict... a candid, thoughtful, and laugh-out-loud look at the quest for self-determination.

Gulfport Gabber - Amanda Hagood