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The best Christmas romance books to fall in love with this winter

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Best romance books for ultimate escapism

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The Christmas Stocking and Other Stories by Katie Fforde

From London With Love

The uplifting and escapist new romcom and perfect holiday read for summer from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Island in the Sun and One Enchanted Evening. 
 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ Pearce, bestselling author of Dear Mrs Bird 
 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism.' Daily Mail 
 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love.' Heat 
 
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In a city full of dreams, will she find her own…? 
 
It’s 1968 and it’s cold when Felicity arrives in London to stay with her mother, improve her English - and meet a suitable man. 
 
She is already missing her home in Provence and her father, his new wife and their extended family. But she’s only in London for a year she tells herself - and then she can go back to France and do what she really wants and become a painter. 
 
But then she bumps into Oliver who, she thinks, is the most interesting man she has ever met. He lives on a barge for one thing and has a collection of jobs, but his passion is looking for hidden treasures along the shores of the river Thames. 
 
In a word, he’s a mudlarker - and before long Felicity is mudlarking too. She’s also pursuing her dreams and painting scenery for Oliver’s actor friends. 
 
But is Oliver a ‘Suitable Man’ of whom her mother will approve? Felicity doesn’t think so … 
 
Warm, witty, and uplifting, get ready to fall in love with Katie Fforde’s heart-warming new romantic novel. 
 
Readers Love From London with Love! 
 
'A charming feel good read' 5-star reader review 
 
'Prepare to be swept away with this wonderful story!' 5-star reader review 
 
'Another glorious winner from Katie Fforde!' 5-star reader review 
 
'I couldn't put this down.' 5-star reader review 
 
'Compulsive reading, brilliant.' 5-star reader review 
 
'Katie Fforde does it again! Another hit for me!' 5-star reader review 
 
'A gorgeous read' 5-star reader review 
 
'A story full of warmth and love.' 5-star reader review

Warm, wise, witty and with a wonderful retro flavour, From London With Love is a trip to the city you won’t want to miss!

Katie Fforde lives in the beautiful Cotswold countryside with her family, and is a true country girl at heart. Each of her books explores a different profession or background and her research has helped her bring these to life. She’s been a porter in an auction house, tried her hand at pottery, refurbished furniture, delved behind the scenes of a dating website, and she's even been on a Ray Mears survival course. She loves being a writer; to her there isn’t a more satisfying and pleasing thing to do. She particularly enjoys writing love stories. She believes falling in love is the best thing in the world, and she wants all her characters to experience it, and her readers to share their stories. 
 
To find out more about Katie Fforde step into her world at www.katiefforde.com, visit her on Facebook and follow her on Twitter @KatieFforde.

Felicity has moved to London for three reasons: to improve her English, do a secretarial course and meet new friends. 
 
Then Oliver steps into her life, the most fascinating man she has ever met. A man who lives on a barge, and whose hobbies include mudlarking for hidden treasures along the river Thames. 
 
Soon Felicity finds herself captivated by him, mudlarking with alongside him all while pursuing her dreams of becoming an artist - she’s rapidly falling for him. 
 
But will Felicity’s heart find its home in London?

Practically Perfect

A cottage renovation. A good-looking but impossible stranger arrives. A life adventure awaits. . . from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Wedding Season, A Wedding in Provence and One Enchanted Evening. 
 'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance' AJ Pearce 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' Daily Mail 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' Sunday Times 
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Anna has risked everything to buy and renovate her tiny but beautiful cottage set in the sleepy village of Amberford. 
 
The outside is perfect, but inside all is chaos: with a ladder for a staircase, no downstairs flooring, and only candles for lighting. 
 
It's no wonder that Anna's soon wondering whether she's bitten off more than she can chew. 
 
Her neighbour Chloe comes to the rescue: providing wine, sympathy and a rescue greyhound: Caroline! 
 
But just as Anna's starting to believe she's found the perfect idyll, good-looking but impossible Rob Hunter arrives on the scene, putting up more obstacles than Anna can deal with. 
 
Can Anna make this work? Can she have her dream house and win round the perfect man? 
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Readers love the Katie Fforde escapism . . . 
***** 'Lighthearted, funny and a delight to read.' 
***** 'A fun, lightedhearted read perfect for a summer evening.' 
***** 'Books like this are perfect for curling up with and leave you with a warm and fuzzy feeling.' 
***** 'A wonderful hug in a book teaching the age old compromise and communication of love.' 
***** 'I do believe this is my all time favourite Katie Fforde story. A pleasing tale with lovely characters and a happy ever after ending.' 
 
 
Katie Fforde, Sunday Times bestselling author, February 2024

I can see this being carried in many a beach bag because fans simply adore her humorous, lively and character-driven stories. They will certainly warm to Anna

Katie Fforde lives in the beautiful Cotswold countryside with her family, and is a true country girl at heart. Each of her books explores a different profession or background and her research has helped her bring these to life. She's been a porter in an auction house, tried her hand at pottery, refurbished furniture, delved behind the scenes of a dating website, and she's even been on a Ray Mears survival course. She loves being a writer; to her there isn't a more satisfying and pleasing thing to do. She particularly enjoys writing love stories. She believes falling in love is the best thing in the world, and she wants all her characters to experience it, and her readers to share their stories. 
 
To find out more about Katie Fforde step into her world at www.katiefforde.com, visit her on Facebook and follow her on Twitter @KatieFforde.

Anna has risked everything to buy and renovate her tiny but beautiful cottage set in the sleepy village of Amberford. 
 
The outside is perfect, but inside all is chaos: with a ladder for a staircase, no downstairs flooring, and only candles for lighting. 
 
It's no wonder that Anna's soon wondering whether she's bitten off more than she can chew. 
 
Her neighbour Chloe comes to the rescue: providing wine, sympathy and a rescue greyhound: Caroline! 
 
But just as Anna's starting to believe she's found the perfect idyll, good-looking but impossible Rob Hunter arrives on the scene, putting up more obstacles than Anna can deal with. 
 
Can Anna make this work? Can she have her dream house and win round the perfect man? 
___________________ 
 
Reader's love the Katie Fforde escapism . . . 
 
'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' Red 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' Heat 
'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' Closer 
'Curl up on the sofa with this book and dream... delightful' The Lady 
'Deliciously enjoyable' Woman and Home 
'Uplifting and delightful' Hot Brands Cool Places

Island in the Sun

An island in the Caribbean. A centuries-old secret. A life adventure awaits. . . Discover the latest tale of friendship, courage and romance from the Sunday Times bestselling romance writer. 
 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ Pearce 
‘An immersive, uplifting read that Fforde fans will love.’ Woman’s Weekly 
'All the elements of a moving love story are blended to perfection.' The Lady 
'A force to be reckoned with for her uplifting tales of romance' Daily Express 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism.' Daily Mail 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love.' Heat 
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Dominica. A beautiful remote island where the sun shines and the living is easy. 
 
And where Cass goes to photograph a rare stone carving as a favour to her father. 
 
With her is Ranulph, a deeply attractive, much-travelled journalist, who offers to help Cass with her quest. 
 
But Dominica has just been hit be a severe hurricane, and Cass and Ranulph are spending all of their time helping the local community. 
 
Cass knows she must not fall in love with him… He is just looking out for her. He’s being kind. 
 
There is no way he could be even the slightest bit interested in her. Could he? 
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Readers can't get enough of Island in the Sun . . . 
 
***** 'There is mystery, intrigue, romance and danger all set against the beautiful backdrop of Dominica – and I loved it so much I was reading far into the night as I couldn’t put it down.' 
***** 'It was such an easy and sweet read and I curled up on the sofa and lost myself in it ... Perfect escapism.' 
***** 'This is a great beach read ... Katie Fforde always writes a great moving story about love and friendship and self discovery and inner strength.' 
***** 'A wonderful read that will keep you engrossed from start to finish.' 
***** 'This book has everything I’ve come to expect from this author, great writing, humour, love and a little suspense, all cleverly wrapped up in a fabulous book.' 
 
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One Enchanted Evening, Sunday Times bestseller, November 2023

The queen of uplifting, feel good romance

All the elements of a moving love story are blended to perfection

A force to be reckoned with for her uplifting tales of romance

Dominica. A beautiful remote island where the sun shines and the living is easy. 
 
And where Cass goes to photograph a rare stone carving as a favour to her father. 
 
With her is Ranulph, a deeply attractive, much-travelled journalist, who offers to help Cass with her quest. 
 
But Dominica has just been hit be a severe hurricane, and Cass and Ranulph are spending all of their time helping the local community. 
 
Cass knows she must not fall in love with him… He is just looking out for her. He’s being kind. 
 
There is no way he could be even the slightest bit interested in her. Could he? 
___________ 
 
Love for Katie Fforde ... 
 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance' AJ PEARCE 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' HEAT

One Enchanted Evening

A crumbling Dorset hotel. An irresistible chef. A life adventure awaits. . . The new novel by the Sunday Times bestselling author and queen of feel-good romance. 
 
'A joy of a read' Bella 
'Another delightful read. Fforde never disapoints' Weekly 
'This is the perfect Mother's Day read' Take a Break 
'A joy of a read from Katie Fforde' That's Life 
'This enjoyable read will appeal to die-hard romantics' Heat Magazine 
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Ever since she can remember, Meg has wanted to be a professional cook. 
 
But it's 1966, and in restaurant kitchens all over England it is still a man's world. 
 
Then she gets a call from her mother who is running a small hotel in Dorset. 
 
There's an important banqueting event coming up. She needs help and she needs it now! 
 
When Meg arrives, the hotel seems stuck in the past. But she loves a challenge, and sets to work. 
 
Then Justin, the son of the hotel owner, appears, determined to take over the running of the kitchen. 
 
Infuriated, Meg is determined to keep cooking - and soon sparks between them begin to fly. 
 
Will their differences be a recipe for disaster? After all, the course of true love never did run smooth... 
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Readers love One Enchanted Evening ... 
 
***** 'One Enchanted Evening is a literary hug that filled me with a comforting warmth and made me crave for more.' 
***** 'I loved this book so much that I devoured it in a day and a half. The characters were very well rounded and you instantly become invested in the storyline, the characters, and the beautiful old hotel.' 
*****'A lovely relaxing read, perfect for a winters day, or for that matter as a holiday read!' 
***** 'One Enchanted evening is everything you need in a novel when the weather outside demands you snuggle under a blanket with a good book.' 
***** 'This is a nice, escapist tale.' 
 
Katie Fforde, Sunday Times bestselling author, February 2024

It's 1966, and Meg wants to be a professional cook in a man's world. 
 
Then she gets a desperate call from her mother, the small Dorset hotel she runs has an important banquet coming up. She needs help now! 
 
Though the hotel feels stuck in the past, Meg loves a challenge and sets to work. 
 
She has reckoned without Justin, the son of the hotel owner, however, who seems determined to take over the running of the kitchen. 
 
Infuriated, Meg is determined to keep cooking - and soon sparks between them begin to fly. 
 
Will their differences be a recipe for disaster? After all, the course of true love never did run smooth... 
_______________ 
 
'A joy of a read' Bella 
'Another delightful read. Fforde never disapoints' Weekly 
'This is the perfect Mother's Day read' Take a Break 
'A joy of a read from Katie Fforde' That's Life 
'This enjoyable read will appeal to die-hard romantics' Heat Magazine

Wedding Season

A wedding planner who doesn't believe in love. Two weddings on the same day. A life adventure awaits. . . from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Summer of Love, A Wedding in Provence and A Cottage in the Country. 
 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance' AJ Pearce 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' Daily Mail 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' Heat 
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Have you heard of a wedding planner who doesn't believe in love? 
 
Having felt love's cruel sting before, wedding planner Sarah Stratford now strictly sticks to helping customers have the weddings of their dreams. 
 
As the confetti flutters away in the June breeze of another successful celebration, she finds herself agreeing to two more weddings, but not only are they on the same day, they're only two months away! 
 
Sarah enlists the help of her two best friends to help her pull together the two events in time. 
 
Little do they all know that helping other people find happiness will lead them down their own path to true love . . . 
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Readers can't get enough of Wedding Season . . . 
 
'So heartwarming and witty, a great read' 5-star reader review 
 
'I LOVE this story!' 5-star reader review 
 
'Sweet, feel-good romance' 5-star reader review 
 
'I couldn't put this book down' 5-star reader review 
 
'Very romantic, enjoyable and relaxing. Makes you feel all gooey inside' 5-star reader review 
 
'What a lovely, heartwarming and beautiful story' 5-star reader review

Have you heard of a wedding planner who doesn't believe in love? 
 
Having felt love's cruel sting before, wedding planner Sarah Stratford now strictly sticks to helping customers have the weddings of their dreams. 
 
As the confetti flutters away in the June breeze of another successful celebration, she finds herself agreeing to two more weddings, but not only are they on the same day, they're only two months away! 
 
Sarah enlists the help of her two best friends to help her pull together the two events in time. 
 
Little do they all know that helping other people find happiness will lead them down their own path to true love ... 
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'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance' AJ PEARCE 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' HEAT

A Wedding in Provence

A crumbling Dorset hotel. An irresistible chef. A life adventure awaits. . . the bestselling novel from Katie Fforde. 
 
'Think Sound of Music, Cold Comfort Farm and the joie de vivre of early Jilly Cooper, but all uniquely and irresistibly Katie Fforde. If you need cheering up and some unashamed escapism, this is perfect.' Phillipa Ashley 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance' AJ Pearce 
'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' Closer 
'Katie Fforde is on sparkling form' Indepdent 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' Daily Mail 
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Late summer, 1963. 
 
Fresh from London and a recent cookery course, Alexandra has always loved a challenge. 
 
Which is why she now finds herself standing outside an imposing chateau in Provence. 
 
Waiting for her inside is three silent, rather hostile children who are to be her charges for the next month. 
 
They will soon be more friendly, she tells herself. All they need is some fun, good food and an English education. 
 
Far more of a challenge though is their father - an impossibly good looking French count with whom she is rapidly falling in love . . . 
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Readers love A Wedding in Provence . . . 
 
***** 'It was warm and sweet and a fun read. Loved it.' 
***** 'I'd absolutely recommend this book to anyone and everyone, whether you're a romance lover or not, read Katie's books.' 
***** 'A big slice of romantic escapism!' 
***** 'I absolutely loved the story and the way it was told, and was totally invested in the family. I'd love to know what happens next.' 
***** 'What a wonderfully heart warming book.'

Late summer, 1963 
 
Fresh from London and a recent cookery course, Alexandra has always loved a challenge. 
 
Which is why she now finds herself standing outside an imposing chateau in Provence. 
 
Waiting for her inside is three silent, rather hostile children who are to be her charges for the next month. 
 
They will soon be more friendly, she tells herself. All they need is some fun, good food and an English education. 
 
Far more of a challenge though is their father - an impossibly good looking French count with whom she is rapidly falling in love . . .

Summer of Love

Katie Fforde lives in the beautiful Cotswold countryside with her family, and is a true country girl at heart. Each of her books explores a different profession or background and her research has helped her bring these to life. She’s been a porter in an auction house, tried her hand at pottery, refurbished furniture, delved behind the scenes of a dating website, and she's even been on a Ray Mears survival course. She loves being a writer; to her there isn’t a more satisfying and pleasing thing to do. She particularly enjoys writing love stories. She believes falling in love is the best thing in the world, and she wants all her characters to experience it, and her readers to share their stories. To find out more about Katie Fforde step into her world at www.katiefforde.com, visit her on Facebook and follow her on Twitter @KatieFforde.

A new life in the country. An exciting old flame reappears. A life adventure awaits. . . from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of A Rose Petal Summer, One Enchanted Evening and Island in the Sun.'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance' AJ Pearce 
'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' Closer 
'Katie Fforde is on sparkling form' Independent 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' Daily Mail 
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Who knows what might happen in a summer of love? 
 
Sian Bishop has left the hustle and bustle of the city behind and has thrown herself into a new life in the country. 
 
With her young son, her picture-postcard garden and her small thriving business, she's happy and very busy. She is not - repeat not - looking for love. 
 
And then, one glorious summer evening, Gus Beresford arrives. 
 
One-time explorer, full-time heart-breaker, Gus is ridiculously exciting, wonderfully glamorous - and, Sian tells herself, completely wrong for a romantically cautious single woman like her. 
 
But she and Gus have met before. And, despite Sian's best intentions, it isn't long before she's falling for him all over again... 
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Readers can't get enough of Summer of Love . . . 
 
***** 'Katie Fforde’s storytelling swept me right into the English countryside and left me frantically turning pages to see what happened next' 
***** 'Here is another author that I should have been reading. Her work is fun, full of interesting characters and a plot that I could actually see happening.' 
***** 'This is first ever novel that I have read by Katie Fforde and I will definitely be reading more! ' 
***** 'This is a great story, made even better by the location.' 
***** 'This was an incredibly charming book.'

A Wedding in the Country

1960s London. A handsome young man engaged to someone else. A life adventure awaits. . . the heartwarming novel by number one bestseller, Katie Fforde. 
 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance' AJ Pearce 
'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' Sunday Express 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' Heat 
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1963: Lizzie has just arrived in London, determined to make the best of her new-found freedom. 
 
Her mother may be keen that she should have a conventional wedding in the country to a Suitable Man chosen by her . . . but she definitely wants to have some fun first. 
 
Soon Lizzie has cut her hair fashionably short, bought herself a minidress, and moved in with two of her best friends in a grand but run-down house in Belgravia. 
 
Before long, Lizzie's life is so exciting that she has forgotten all about her mother's marriage plans. 
 
All she can think about is that the handsome man she is falling in love with appears to be engaged to someone else . . . 
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Praise for A Wedding in the Country . . . 
 
***** 'Thoroughly enjoyable!' 
***** 'A feel-good story you can curl up with' 
***** 'Beautifully written' 
***** 'The perfect book to relax with' 
***** 'An absolutely blissful read!' 
***** 'Katie Fforde at her best'

Paradise Fields

Katie Fforde lives in the beautiful Cotswold countryside with her family, and is a true country girl at heart. Each of her books explores a different profession or background and her research has helped her bring these to life. She’s been a porter in an auction house, tried her hand at pottery, refurbished furniture, delved behind the scenes of a dating website, and she's even been on a Ray Mears survival course. She loves being a writer; to her there isn’t a more satisfying and pleasing thing to do. She particularly enjoys writing love stories. She believes falling in love is the best thing in the world, and she wants all her characters to experience it, and her readers to share their stories. 
 
To find out more about Katie Fforde step into her world at www.katiefforde.com, visit her on Facebook and follow her on Twitter @KatieFforde.

Is she ready to take a chance on love? A wonderfully romantic novel from the Sunday Times No 1 bestselling author of A Springtime Affair and A Wedding in the Country. 
 
'Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ PEARCE 
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A stall at a farmers' market, a sprig of mistletoe, and a spontaneous kiss from a tall, attractive stranger... 
 
Nel is the owner of a houseful of animals and the organiser of the farmers' market in the picturesque Paradise Fields. 
 
She is always super-busy, and the last thing she needs is another complication in her life. 
 
But when her old friend and owner of Paradise Fields dies, she knows she must fight to save the meadow and market she loves so dearly. 
 
But who can she trust to help her save Paradise Fields? Her sensible boyfriend Simon? Her friends, Sacha and Vivien? Or Jake, the devilishly handsome man who kissed her under the mistletoe... 
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Praise for Katie Fforde 
 
'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' Red 
 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' Daily Mail 
 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' Heat 
 
'Delicious' Sunday Times

Saving the Day (Quick Reads 2021)

Will Allie manage to turn her life around and save her local cafe from closure? A romantic, heartwarming Quick Read from the number one bestselling author.

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Katie Fforde's brilliant new book, A SPRINGTIME AFFAIR, is now available in paperback 
 
She has only one chance to turn her life around... 
 
Allie is bored with her job and starting to wonder whether she even likes her boyfriend, Ryan. 
 
The high point in her day is passing a café on her walk home from work. It is the sort of place where she'd really like to work. 
 
Then one day she sees as advert on the door: assistant wanted. But before she can land her dream job, Allie knows she must achieve two things: 
 
1. Learn to cook 
2. End her relationship with Ryan, especially as through the window of the café, she spies a waiter who looks much more like her type of man. 
 
And when she learns that the café is in danger of closing, Allie knows she must do her very best to save the day ... 
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This is a short story, not a full-length novel. 
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'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' Red 
 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' Heat 
 
'Deliciously enjoyable' Woman and Home

A Springtime Affair

A wonderfully romantic novel from the Number One bestselling author of A Rose Petal Summer and A Country Escape.

A family B&B. A daughter keen to be somewhere else. A life adventure awaits. . . from the Sunday Times bestselling author Katie Fforde. 
 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ Pearce 
'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' Sunday Express 
'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' Red 
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It's the season of new beginnings for Helena and Gilly. 
 
Gilly runs her own B&B business from her much-loved family home, which she doesn't want to part with - at any price. 
 
But that's before she meets handsome estate agent Leo, and soon she begins to wonder whether selling up might not be such a bad idea after all. 
 
Meanwhile Gilly's daughter Helena has a budding romance of her own. A talented weaver, she's becoming very close to her new landlord, Jago, who's offered to help her at an upcoming craft fair. 
 
It's what friends do, and they are just friends. Aren't they? 
 
With spring in full bloom, Helena and Gilly begin to ask themselves the same question: 
 
Might their new loves lead to happily ever after? 
_________________ 
 
Readers can't get enough of A Springtime Affair . . . 
***** 'A five-star read that will leave a spring in your step.' 
***** 'These books are feel good stories with some heartbreak added in for good measure but I love them.' 
***** 'Overall, if you are in the mood for a heartwarming, cute read, this is the book you should consider picking up.' 
***** 'Lovely book. Katie never disappoints her books are always beautifully written and make me feel happy.' 
***** 'I love all of Katie Fforde’s books and this one was no exception. It had all the elements I love hobbies, baking, family relationships and romance.'

A family B&B. A daughter keen to be somewhere else. A life adventure awaits. . . from the Sunday Times bestselling author Katie Fforde. 
 
'Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ PEARCE 
'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' SUNDAY EXPRESS 
'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' RED 
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It's the season of new beginnings for Helena and Gilly. 
 
Gilly runs her own B&B business from her much-loved family home, which she doesn't want to part with - at any price. 
 
But that's before she meets handsome estate agent Leo, and soon she begins to wonder whether selling up might not be such a bad idea after all. 
 
Meanwhile Gilly's daughter Helena has a budding romance of her own. A talented weaver, she's becoming very close to her new landlord, Jago, who's offered to help her at an upcoming craft fair. 
 
It's what friends do, and they are just friends. Aren't they? 
 
With spring in full bloom, Helena and Gilly begin to ask themselves the same question: 
 
Might their new loves lead to happily ever after? 
_________________ 
 
The whole world loves Katie Fforde's work ... 
 
'How I wish I could live inside Katie Fforde's novels. They're such a joy, and A Springtime Affair is a winner. I'm all set for spring now!' JILL MANSELL 
 
'A Springtime Affair is the most lovely, comforting book! Mother and daughter deal with family and romantic problems and here at last is a writer who acknowledges the Power of Shortbread! Really enjoyed it' ADELE GERAS 
 
'I relaxed and unwound with this lovely, springy, gentle and romantic story by the wonderful Katie Fforde. You're in for a treat!' MILLY JOHNSON 
 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL 
 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' HEAT 
 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' SUNDAY TIMES 
 
'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' CLOSER 
 
'If you've been feeling that spring is on its way, I massively recommend A Springtime Affair, it's just brilliant!' JUDY ASTLEY

The Rose Revived

Love is in the air. A wonderfully romantic novel from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Recipe for Love, A French Affair and The Perfect Match.

Three friends who set up their own business. Three different dreams they are ready to chase. A life adventure awaits . . . from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Recipe for Love, A French Affair and The Perfect Match. 
 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ Pearce 
'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' Closer 
'Katie Fforde is on sparkling form' Independent 
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May, Sally and Harriet have had enough. 
 
They may work at Quality Cleaners, but there is nothing quality about the way their boss, 'Slimeball' Slater, runs the business. Sick and tired of working for a crook, May, Sally and Harriet decide to set up their own business. 
 
Soon May finds she can afford the mooring fees for her beloved narrowboat, Harriet discovers she has a gift for painting, and Sally's dream of owning a place of her own is fast becoming a reality. 
 
It all seems to be going so well. But is it really? 
 
And is it too much, May wonders, to want a man to share her newfound happiness? 
__________ 
 
Reader's can't get enough of The Rose Revived . . . 
***** 'This was wonderful, witty, touching and just an all round feel good story.' 
***** 'Katie Fforde is a fantastic story teller, and I often reread her books.' 
***** 'This hits the spot for providing a short, sweet shot of glorious romance' 
***** 'I absolutely loved this book, it was warm and cosy yet engaging with a fun story line.' 
***** 'The perfect book that takes you away from reality.'

A Rose Petal Summer

The brand new heart-warming romance from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Country Escape and A Secret Garden.

A remote job in a crumbling Scottish castle. A run-in with the one who got away. A life adventure awaits… from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Country Escape and A Secret Garden. 
 
‘The queen of uplifting, feel good romance.’ AJ Pearce 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' Heat 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' Sunday Times 
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It's never too late to fall in love... 
 
Caro Swanson has taken a job in a remote part of Scotland. 
 
She’s answered an ad in The Lady: being a companion to an elderly gentleman who lives in a country estate could be perfect! Surely it's time to make a change and do something different for a while? 
 
The fact that she may also see Alec, the young man who she met some years previously and who she has always thought of as her ‘one who got away’, is of course purely incidental. 
 
Soon Caro is falling in love - not only with Alec but with the stunning country house she's now living in. But the estate is in financial difficulties, and Caro soon realises there's only one way to rescue it. 
 
So begins a magical romantic summer, one that will take Caro from Scotland to London and the south of France, in search of a classic lost perfume that might just restore all their fortunes. 
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Readers can't get enough of A Rose Petal Summer . . . 
***** 'Reading a Katie Fforde book is such a pleasure! They make my heart happy and I “feel all the feels”.' 
***** 'I am awed at how seamlessly the many stories come together in a satisfying end! Wow! Hang on to your hats!' 
***** 'I always love Katie’s books and this was no different. I got into the story very quickly and couldn’t put it down.' 
***** 'This book is just amazing. It was warming, loving and cute.' 
***** 'Absolutely adored this amazing book.' 
 
 
Katie Fforde, Sunday Times bestselling author, February 2024

A perfect antidote to grey weather, I encourage you to curl up on the sofa with this book and dream of the summer to come. Delightful.

We fell in love with this heartwarming tale

We absolutely loved it, an uplifting and delightful perfect weekend read! Highly recommended!

Highland Fling

A gorgeous novel from the best-selling author of Flora's Lot

The romance fizzes along with good humour and is a good, fat, summery read

Old-fashioned romance of the best sort … funny, comforting

A Highland textile mill in need of saving. A handsome yet abrasive stranger. A life adventure awaits… from the bestselling author of Island in the Sun, One Enchanted Evening and Practically Perfect. 
 
‘The queen of uplifting, feel good romance’ AJ Pearce 
'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' Red 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' Heat 
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A change of scene or a change of heart? 
 
When your boyfriend calls you impulsive, what do you do? 
 
If you’re Jenny Porter, you dash off to Scotland determined to save a failing textile mill, of course. 
 
That’s how Jenny finds herself having awkward encounters with the abrasive but disconcertingly attractive Ross Grant. 
 
And then, just as things between Jenny and Ross develop into something more interesting, her boyfriend Henry arrives in Scotland. 
 
Should she do the sensible thing and follow Henry back to London? 
 
Or might her Highland adventure be more than just a fling? 
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The whole world loves Katie Fforde's work . . . 
 
'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' SUNDAY EXPRESS 
'Katie’s writing is life-enhancing and, like the love affairs, delicious. I enjoyed every minute!' ELIZABETH BUCHAN 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' SUNDAY TIMES 
'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' CLOSER 
'Curl up on the sofa with this book and dream ... delightful' THE LADY 
'Deliciously enjoyable' WOMAN AND HOME 
'Uplifting and delightful' HOT BRANDS COOL PLACES

A Country Escape

A YEAR IN THE COUNTRY. A YEAR TO FALL IN LOVE. 
The BRAND NEW deliciously romantic novel from the Sunday Times Number One Bestselling Author of A Summer At Sea and A Secret Garden.

Fran has made the brave decision to move into a beautiful but run-down farm in the Cotswolds. 
 
She has one year to make a success of it, and to prove to herself and to the old lady who owns it that she can manage on her own. But can she? 
 
She’s going to need a lot of help. Not least from her very eligible neighbour next door …

A captivating read, the perfect tonic for these long winter months.

Engaging, life affirming, exquisite book.

Easily one of my favourite books by this always talented author.

A Country Escapeis another delightful opportunity to settle back and enjoy a wonderful escapist read. Highly Recommended!

I loved this from start to finish but the last few chapters literally made it unputdownable as I just needed to know what happened next! As I’ve always said, Katie never disappoints.

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Warm, funny and wonderfully romantic, this is Katie Fforde at her very best.

A year in the country. A year to fall in love. Warm, funny and wonderfully romantic, this is Katie Fforde at her very best. 
 
‘Katie really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.’ AJ Pearce 
'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' Red 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' Sunday Times 
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The deliciously romantic novel from the Sunday Times #1 bestselling author of A Springtime Affair and A Rose Petal Summer. 
 
Fran has always wanted to be a farmer. And now it looks as if her childhood dream is about to come true. 
 
She has just moved to her aunt's beautiful but very run-down farm in the Cotswolds. If she can turn the place around in a year, the farm will be hers. 
 
But Fran knows nothing about farming. She might even be afraid of cows. 
 
She'll need help, not just from her best friend Issi, but also from her wealthy and very eligible neighbour - who might just have his own reasons for being so supportive. 
 
Is it the farm he is interested in? Or Fran herself? 
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Readers can't get enough of A Country Escape . . . 
 
***** 'Just charming, gentle, wonderful fun. I adore Katie Fforde.' 
***** 'It's always a pleasure to live in Katie Fforde's world for a few days.' 
***** 'I absolutely loved, loved this book. It was clean, passionate, and filled with characters who were delightful, both good and bad.' 
***** 'What a beautiful heartwarming story. A easy five stars.' 
***** 'Katie Fforde has written a gorgeous heartwarming book. I immediately fell in love with her beautiful setting.'

The Christmas Stocking and Other Stories

Delve inside this Christmas stocking, a present from the Number One Sunday Times Bestselling author Katie Fforde

BY THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR 
 
Delve inside this CHRISTMAS STOCKING choc-full of perfectly themed, never-before-published seasonal short stories perfect for anyone who loves romance, humour and happy-ever-after endings.

This book is an absolute page turner and will never fail to impress.

A wonderful and magical Christmas read! Katie Fforde has done it again with six seasonal stories you’ll be transformed into a world of romance, humor and happy ever-afters.

Gloriously festive… beautiful anthology…Every single one will remind you why this time of year is referred to as the most wonderful of them all. You’ll be decking the halls and feeling jolly before you know it.

The Sunday Times Top 10 romance story legend will warm the cockles of your heart with this heady cocktail of festive season tales.

perfect for anyone who loves romance, humour and happy-ever-after endings

An ideal gift for someone to find in their stocking on Christmas morning.

Katie Fforde's short stories burst with warmth and good cheer… Pure enjoyment, and indulgent pleasure!

perfect for anyone who loves romance, humour and happy-ever-after endings.

Katie is a fantastic author and she really knows how to get you in the Christmassy feels.

A wonderfully festive Christmas collection

Wonderfully festive… The perfect gift for Christmas

Katie Fforde gives the reader a real treat with this book. The stories are full of warmth, magic, love, friendship, mince pies and mulled wine! So if you are looking for a book to dip in and out of in between wrapping presents and putting decorations up then look no further!

the perfect antidote to seasonal stress

If you're looking for an escape from the rush of busy shopping centres, then take a breather and enjoy a short break with The Christmas Stocking and Other Stories.

This gorgeous festive selection fills every criteria of a perfect Christmas read

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‘Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.’ AJ PEARCE 
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Delve inside this CHRISTMAS STOCKING choc-full of perfectly themed, never-before-published seasonal short stories perfect for anyone who loves romance, humour and happy-ever-after endings. By the Sunday Times Number One bestselling author, Katie Fforde. 
 
'A lovely, warm read to sink your teeth into' Heat 
 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' Sunday Times 
 
'A perfect match for an afternoon curled up on the sofa!' Sun 
 
THE CHRISTMAS STOCKING: Romy is all set to join her boyfriend and his family in France for Christmas, though truth be told she isn’t looking forward to it very much. And then she meets Felix – and her plans for the big day suddenly become a lot more interesting. 
 
CANDLELIGHT AT CHRISTMAS: It was meant to be the perfect Christmas – surrounded by friends and family in their beautiful home in the country. But then the lights go out, and Fenella knows she will have to work very hard to keep everyone happy … 
 
THE CHRISTMAS FAIRY: It’s Christmas Eve in Crinan, and a young man is on his own with only his nephew and niece for company. Then Ella arrives. Dressed as a fairy, she is determined to wave her wand and give them all the best Christmas ever. 
 
And many more! 
 
Guaranteed to make this your happiest Christmas ever!

A Secret Garden

Will opening the door lead to love and happy endings? Romance, humour and happy-ever-after endings, the delicious romantic new novel from the Sunday Times number one bestselling author of A Vintage Wedding and A Summer at Sea.

Escape to romance and happy-ever-after in this lovely tale

A Secret Garden would be a great holiday read for romantic fiction fans; something to leaf through while sitting in a sunny spot, enjoying some peace and quiet

Katie Fforde’s books, for me, are like curling up by the fire with a mug of hot chocolate. It’s so easy to slip between the pages to that familiar world of sweet, but not sugary, funny and romantic. A Secret Garden is a real joy to read

Katie Fforde lives in the beautiful Cotswold countryside with her family, and is a true country girl at heart. Each of her books explores a different profession or background and her research has helped her bring these to life. She’s been a porter in an auction house, tried her hand at pottery, refurbished furniture, delved behind the scenes of a dating website, and she's even been on a Ray Mears survival course. She loves being a writer; to her there isn’t a more satisfying and pleasing thing to do. She particularly enjoys writing love stories. She believes falling in love is the best thing in the world, and she wants all her characters to experience it, and her readers to share their stories. To find out more about Katie Fforde step into her world at www.katiefforde.com, visit her on Facebook and follow her on Twitter @KatieFforde.

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‘Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.’ AJ PEARCE 
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FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES #1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR 
 
Will opening the door lead to love and happy endings? 
 
Lorna and her friend Philly work together in the grounds of a beautiful manor house in the Cotswolds. 
 
But even though they are surrounded by family and friends, the door to true love remains resolutely closed - until the day they discover a beautiful secret garden deep in the manor's grounds. 
 
Could this be the sign that their luck is about to change? 
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The whole world loves Katie Fforde's work: 
 
'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' SUNDAY EXPRESS 
 
'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' RED 
 
'Katie’s writing is life-enhancing and, like the love affairs, delicious. I enjoyed every minute!' ELIZABETH BUCHAN 
 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL 
 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' HEAT 
 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' SUNDAY TIMES 
 
'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' CLOSER 
 
'Curl up on the sofa with this book and dream ... delightful' THE LADY 
 
'Deliciously enjoyable' WOMAN AND HOME 
 
'Uplifting and delightful' HOT BRANDS COOL PLACES

A Summer at Sea

Romance, humour and happy-ever-after endings. The deliciously romantic novel from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author of A Vintage Wedding.

Warm, brilliant, and full of love, drop anchor and curl up with this.

A supremely engaging book from the doyenne of contemporary romance….it is Fforde’s characters that give this book its irresistible emotional pull…a thoroughly modern tale of love, career and family, perfect for a relaxing afternoon on the sofa.

If I had to choose the perfect writer to cheer me up on a shivery winter’s day I’d definitely go for Katie Fforde…

Katie Fforde is one of our favourite authors and A Summer at Seais an utterly charming and delightful book. 
 It’s an atmospheric and beautiful read, perfect for escapist reading over the weekend! We loved it!

The perfect holiday book… A really nice read

Lovely to read. It was the perfect holiday book

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‘Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.’ AJ PEARCE 
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Emily is happy with her life just as it is. 
 
She loves her career as a midwife, and enjoys living on her own - but can't help but feel like it’s time for a change. 
 
So when her best friend Rebecca asks whether she’d like to spend the summer cooking on a ‘puffer’ boat just off the Scottish coast, she jumps at the chance. 
 
But it's far from easy. Rebecca is heavily pregnant and is thrilled to have her friend on board doing most of the work. Then there’s Emily’s competitive and jealous kitchen assistant, who thinks she should be head cook. 
 
And there’s Alasdair, the handsome local doctor who Emily is desperately trying not to notice. 
 
Because if she falls in love with him, as he appears to be falling for her, will she ever want her old life back again? 
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The whole world loves Katie Fforde's work: 
 
'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' SUNDAY EXPRESS 
 
'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' RED 
 
'Katie’s writing is life-enhancing and, like the love affairs, delicious. I enjoyed every minute!' ELIZABETH BUCHAN 
 
'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL 
 
'Warm, brilliant and full of love' HEAT 
 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' SUNDAY TIMES 
 
'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' CLOSER 
 
'Curl up on the sofa with this book and dream ... delightful' THE LADY 
 
'Deliciously enjoyable' WOMAN AND HOME 
 
'Uplifting and delightful' HOT BRANDS COOL PLACES

Candlelight at Christmas

Treat yourself to some extra sparkle and romance this Christmas with this exclusive straight-to-digital short story from the Sunday Times No 1 Bestseller. Also includes a sneak preview of Katie’s wonderfully romantic new novel, A Secret Garden.

The perfect short story to warm your heart and put you in the festive mood.

As warm and comfy as a hot chocolate in front of a winter’s fire.

A lovely, family-oriented Christmas tale that should be read while being comfortably tucked in by a fireplace, holding a warm cocoa.

A simply gorgeous read . . . not to be missed.

THE MOST ROMANTIC SHORT STORY YOU'LL READ THIS CHRISTMAS 
 
Treat yourself to some extra sparkle and romance this Christmas with this exclusive straight-to-digital short story from the Sunday Times No 1 Bestseller. Also includes a sneak preview of Katie’s wonderfully romantic new novel, A Secret Garden. 
 
Fenella and Rupert are organising the perfect Christmas, surrounded by their friends in their beautiful Somerby house. 
 
Until Fenella gets a phone call from her ghastly parents-in-law asking if they can join them for the holiday. Fenella couldn't possibly refuse and besides, it could be worse. 
 
But when they arrive and the house is suddenly plunged in darkness thanks to a power cut, Fenella knows she has her work cut out to keep everyone happy and pull off the perfect Christmas feast. 
 
Plus the first chance to read the opening chapter of Katie's novel, A Secret Garden.

Katie Fforde's Winter Collection

The perfect companion for your cosy Christmas - a bumper bundle of wonderfully romantic stories from Sunday Times bestselling author Katie Fforde.

The perfect companion for your cosy Christmas - a bumper bundle of wonderfully romantic stories from Sunday Times bestselling author Katie Fforde. Turn on the Christmas lights, curl up on the sofa and immerse yourself in the deliciously readable world of Katie Fforde. 
 
Includes two full length novels, Highland Fling and The Rose Revived, as well as three delightful short stories: Staying Away at Christmas, From Scotland With Love and A Christmas in Disguise. 
 
***** 
Highland Fling: 
When 'Virtual Assistant' Jenny Porter's boyfriend accuses her of being impulsive, soft-hearted and unbusinesslike, dashing off to Scotland to sort out a failing mill for one of her clients may not be the best way of proving him wrong. And promising to help run a mobile burger bar before she's even found her feet doesn't help matters. When she finds herself determined to save the mill - whatever her client's wishes - it seems that Henry's accusations may have contained more than a grain of truth. 
 
So when Jenny's awkward encounters with the abrasive but disconcertingly attractive Ross Grant develop into something more complicated - just as Henry arrives in Scotland to reclaim her - it's time for Jenny to make some decisions. Should she do the sensible thing and follow Henry back to London? Or is her Highland adventure more than just a fling . . . ? 
 
The Rose Revived: 
If May, Sally and Harriet didn't need the money so badly, they definitely wouldn't be working for Slimeball Slater at Quality Cleaners. So when they discover it's Slimeball taking them to the cleaners, they decide to set up their own business - and that's when things really start to take off. 
 
Working for themselves gives them the freedom and independence they've been longing for. May can afford the mooring fees for her beloved narrowboat; Harriet discovers a true gift for painting and Sally's dream of a place of her own is fast becoming reality. But is it too much, having made such a success of their working lives, to expect similar success in their romantic ones? 
 
Staying Away at Christmas: 
Miranda and her daughters have rented a cosy cottage for Christmas. The only trouble is, Anthony and his children are booked into the same place. In a moment of Christmas spirit, Miranda suggests they all spend yuletide together. Will the mistletoe help ease the tension and bring some cheer? Will romance blossom under the stars? Or will it be a Christmas they’d all rather forget? 
 
From Scotland With Love: 
When Daisy travels to Scotland to confront notorious author Rory McAllan, little does she know that within hours she’ll be snowed in with him. But surely she's not going to have to spend her precious New Year's Eve with him too? 
 
A Christmas in Disguise: 
When Jo’s friend Andi asks if she’ll stand in to cook Christmas lunch for her employer, Jo reluctantly agrees. She knows Andi will lose her job if she doesn’t, and wants to help out her friend. 
 
Jo is nervous because Andi’s boss is a well-known celebrity diva, who outright refuses to have anyone but Andi cook for her. But she also insists Andi wears full chef's whites so the girls think they’ll get away with it … it’s the perfect Christmas disguise. 
 
But when Jo runs into one of the guests - good looking and very smart Anthony - things get even more complicated…

Katie Fforde

A sensible girl living in a small town. A charming stranger she can't resist. A life adventure awaits but will she take a risk on love? 
 
'The queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ Pearce 
'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' Sunday Times 
'There is no joy like being a willing captive in Katie's wonderful worlds' Milly Johnson 
 
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Polly Cameron is perfectly content with her quiet life working at the Whole Nut Café, developing her career as a potter, and spending evenings in her cozy cottage with her cat. Marriage and romance? Who has the time! 
 
But then Polly meets David who is aloof yet somehow very alluring. There's definitely a spark between them - but can she take the risk of falling in love? 
 
Just as Polly begins to explore her feelings for David, enter Tristan Black – the rugged radio journalist who is charming, handsome and very persistent . . . 
 
Caught between two very different men, Polly must decide which one to choose – and whether she dare embrace her happy ever after? 
 
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Praise for Katie Fforde and Living Dangerously . . . 
 
'Warm, wise and wonderful' Lucy Diamond 
 
'An absolute delight' Veronica Henry 
 
'The queen of feel-good fiction' Liz Fenwick 
 
'I love, love, love this book!' 
 
'Absolutely hilarious and a wonderful read.’ 
 
‘A great book from start to finish.’ 
 
'This is one of my favourite books. I read it over and over again.' 
 
'Great characters and a lovely story to escape into.’ 
 
'I can't get enough of Katie Fforde!'

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