Two linked novellas. One small Scottish town. Plenty of chaos. Beatrice George is a patient man who enjoys sparring with his partner Beatrice. She's as complex as a Rubik's Cube, fiercely determined, and never knowingly admits defeat. So when the council threatens to close the library where Beatrice tells stories to local children, she hatches a plan involving a serious number of egg cartons. To pull it off, she'll need help from Sheryl and her DIY business partner, Helen. But Beatrice doesn't bargain for the chaos children can create¿-¿or whether the run-down village hall can survive it. Helen Helen, a lovable builder, is struggling to come to terms with a painful divorce and throws herself into her DIY business with Sheryl. Together they're building a reputation for honesty and reliability until a client from Helen's past walks through the door and threatens to spill the beans on Helen's past. The Real Story of 'O' is the fifth book in the Bellydancing and Beyond series, but can be enjoyed as a standalone. Perfect for readers of Maddie Please, Judy Leigh, and Alex Brown who enjoy warm, funny stories about friendship, community, and second chances.