Spring on Rendezvous Lane by Angela Britnell

Today I am reviewing this wonderful new spring release from Angela Britnell. 

Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to review this book, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest unbiased review. 

Book Description

Can even the most seasoned traveller find a home on Rendezvous Lane?
‘Community spirit’ is not a phrase in travel junkie Taran Rossi’s vocabulary. As a former ‘third culture kid’ and now spicy street food connoisseur and social media influencer, he’s never really stayed in one place long enough to feel part of a community. And that’s just the way he likes it.
But a springtime stint house sitting for his grandmother on Rendezvous Lane in East Nashville could lead to a long overdue wake-up call. With the help of single mum Sandy Warner and her young son Chip, can Taran come to understand that sometimes it’s not about the place – it’s about the people?

My Review

This was a wonderful and heartwarming read that I thoroughly enjoyed. 

Taran Rossi finds himself staying on Rendezvous Lane house sitting for is grandmother who has been taken ill. Normally a world traveller, Taran is not the type to stay in one place for too long so is keen to keep himself to himself and not integrate with the community. 

Single Mum, Sandy lives on Rendezvous Lane with her son Chip. Sandy does not always have an easy time but they both love living within the community there and are really supported by those around them. 

When Sandy finds out that there is someone house sitting next door she is determined that they should get to know, and be involved in the community around them. 

Sandy is shocked to find herself attracted to Taran when she first meets him. He can feel the attraction too but Sandy just wants to stay friends as she does not want to rely on anyone and she has to put her son Chip first. 

The longer Taran is house sitting for his grandmother the more he begins to get involved within the community and also spend more time with Sandy and Chip. The two of them are getting closer and closer, but knowing how much Taran loves to travel, and how he won't be staying for long Sandy wants to keep him at arms length. 

Taran finds himself drawn to Sandy and Chip and really begins to enjoy being on Rendezvous Lane so when disaster strikes and the community of Rendezvous Lane find them under attack from developers Taran and Sandy come up with a plan to keep the community together. Maybe Taran has finally found a place he can call home. 

This is such a wonderful and heartwarming read that is simply a delight to  read. I loved getting to know all of the characters and residents of Rendezvous Lane. 

Sandy was wonderful to get to know. It is obvious that being a single mum to Chip is challenging at times but she simply wants the best for him. Sandy does have some secrets from the past and these do come out as you read the story. 

Taran has always loved travelling and after disaster in his past has found it has kept his mind away from what happened. 

I really enjoy the writing style of Angela Britnell. I find the story flows well and is highly addictive leading to you not wanting to put the book down. 

This is the perfect spring read. 

Purchase Link

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spring-Rendezvous-Lane-heart-warming-uplifting-ebook/dp/B08WPRKJG3/ref=sr_1_1?crid=38VQM9ESM2E4N&dchild=1&keywords=angela+britnell&qid=1621946271&sprefix=Angela+br%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-1 

About the Author

Angela grew up in Cornwall and returns frequently from her new home in Nashville, Tennessee to visit family and friends, drink tea and eat far too many Cornish pasties! 

A lifelong love of reading turned into a passion for writing contemporary romance and her novels are usually set in the many places she's visited or lived on her extensive travels. Thanks to over three decades of marriage to her wonderful American husband she's a huge fan of transatlantic romance and always makes sure her characters get their own happy-ever-after.

She is a member of the Romantic Novelists' Association. 

If you'd like to find out more of what Angela gets up to (warning this may include references to wine, chocolate and the hunky Aidan Turner) check out www.angelabritnellromance.com or follow her on www.facebook.com/angelabritnell and www.twitter.com/angelabritnell

 

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Daisy's Dilemma by Debbie Viggiano

Today I am excited to share with you my review of this witty and romantic new release from Debbie Viggiano. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Florist Daisy is loved-up and blossoming.  Boyfriend Dominic has proposed marriage!

However, Dominic isn’t in any rush to buy a ring, and meeting the parents is looong overdue.  What is the problem?  After all, Daisy’s mum has already bought her big hat and wants to know the wedding date!

Then careless words plant seeds of doubt and, like weed, Daisy’s concerns begin to multiply.  Is Dominic hiding something?

Meanwhile, sexy ex Harry is back on the scene and begging Daisy for a reconciliation.  He thought the grass was greener with HER but now says he made a mistake.  Is Harry – for once – being genuine, or simply leading Daisy up the garden path?

New neighbour Seth seems like a fun guy, but a single throwaway comment has Daisy mimicking a species of Calla Lily – Red Alert!  It’s time to do some digging.  But even she never anticipated a mad car chase across London or unearthing a shocking secret that changes everything.

Sparks are set to fly in this gorgeous romantic comedy about love, trust, and new beginnings.

My Review

This was such a fun and witty read that I simply adored and could not put down. 

Daisy owns and runs a successful floristry business and she loves her job. Her love life is looking up too after recently getting engaged to the handsome Dominic. 

Having been badly hurt in the past Daisy is looking forward to Planning her wedding to Dominic and spending the rest of her life with him. Things are not going very smoothly though as there is no engagement ring yet, and her future mother in law is not wanting to meet her. Daisy is determined to push through all of this and move forward, but after over hearing Dominic on the phone some old feelings push themselves into her head giving Daisy doubts. 

There is more shock in store for Daisy when her Ex, Harry reappears back on the scene telling Daisy he's made a big mistake. 

This throws Daisy into confusion and makes her doubt making the right choice to split with Harry. 

Things become further confusing for Daisy when a handsome stranger moves into the cottage next door and there is an obvious spark of attraction between the pair. 

Daisy really is in a dilemma but with the help of her friends and an undercover chase across London Daisy uncovers some secrets. Maybe she will get her happy ever after ending she wanted. 

Wow this is such a fun and witty read.  I found the story to be very engaging and it really draws you in from the very first page and keeps you there until the end. 

I enjoyed getting to know Daisy and you really do get to know her as you read through the book. She has been hurt in the past and you do get a good understanding of why she is determined to get to the bottom of the secrets around her. 

Some of the adventures Daisy has in this book are just hilarious and will read make you laugh out loud. There is also plenty of romance and this makes for a great balance in this book.

There is a wonderful cast of characters within the book who all play a part in the life of Daisy and really do add to the story. 

This is a story full of laughter, friends and romance, and is one not to be missed. 

Debbie Viggiano has done it again with another five star read.  

 

Published by Unicorn Publishing 25th May 2021

Purchase Link

UK -  http://amazon.co.uk/dp/B08XQXC5BX

US -  http://amazon.com/dp/B08XQXC5BX

About the Author

Prior to turning her attention to writing, Debbie Viggiano was, for more years than she cares to remember, a legal secretary. She lives with her Italian husband, a rescued pooch from Crete, and a very disgruntled cat. Occasionally her adult children return home bringing her much joy... apart from when they want to raid the fridge or eat her secret stash of chocolate. Tweet @DebbieViggiano or follow her on Facebook!

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The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club by Faith Hogan

Today is my stop on the Blog Tour for this emotional yet uplifting new release from Faith Hogan. Thank you to the team at Aria for inviting me to join the tour, and for my copy of the book in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Three women. Three different stages of life. United by one thing: the chance to start again.

'Uplifting, emotional and brimming with warmth and humour' – Cathy Bramley

When Elizabeth's husband dies, leaving her with crippling debt, the only person she can turn to is her friend, Jo. Soon Jo has called in her daughter, Lucy, to help save Elizabeth from bankruptcy. Leaving her old life behind, Lucy is determined to make the most of her fresh start.

As life slowly begins to return to normal, these three women, thrown together by circumstance, become fast friends. But then Jo's world is turned upside down when she receives some shocking news.

In search of solace, Jo and Elizabeth find themselves enjoying midnight dips in the freezing Irish Sea. Here they can laugh, cry and wash away all their fears. As well as conjure a fundraising plan for the local hospice that will bring the whole community together...

From bestselling Irish writer Faith Hogan, The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club is an emotional story about finding new friends and living life to the fullest, that will appeal to fans of Sheila O'Flanagan, Heidi Swain and Liz Fenwick.

My Review

Elizabeth is grieving the loss of her husband. They may not have have the best of marriages but she is feeling lost without him. That is until Elizabeth finds out that he has left her with crippling debts and that she is at risk of losing everything.

Luckily for Elizabeth she has a wonderful friend in Jo who is there to help support her. 

Jo decides the best way to help is to get her daughter Lucy on board to help too.

Lucy has been through a messy breakup and after throwing herself into her work is now in desperate need of a break, so when her mum suggests she heads home for a visit she jumps at the chance and brings her teenage son Niall too. 

Lucy enjoys being home with her mum and getting back to a slower pace of life.It is helping her heal and make some decisions with regards to how she wants her future to progress.

 The three ladies all become closer and when Jo challenges them all to go for a midnight swim they decide to go for it. 

The three of them begin to really enjoy their cold swims together and they all feel it really helps them, but when Jo receives some shocking news its Lucy and Elizabeth that surround and support by making plans to bring the community together for a fundraiser. 

Life is going to change for Elizabeth, Jo and Lucy, but with their close and supportive relationship between them they know that they can handle whatever life is going to throw at them. 

This is such an emotional and heartwarming read that I simply adored and could not put down.

The setting of the small Coastal town of Ballycove in Ireland sounds like the perfect place to gather you thoughts and escape for some peace and quiet. The community of Ballycove sound wonderful too and always ready to support each other. 

Jo, Elizabeth and Lucy are all very different but they become a very tight group. They all have secrets between them too which as you read and get to know them begin to surface. 

It was really interesting to get an insight into their lives and find out more about their pasts too. 

Faith Hogan has done it again with this engaging and addictive read. A story full of friendship, family that community that will stay with you long after reading the last page. 

Published by Aria 6th May 2021

Purchase Links

Amazon - https://amzn.to/2PtPN2C

Kobo - https://bit.ly/2Pv0K3X

Google Play - https://bit.ly/3vrHN1y

Apple - https://apple.co/3sX4XuP

Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/3aNtmw

Waterstones - https://bit.ly/32SOgWP

Easons (Ireland only) - https://bit.ly/3sUxpNX

About the Author

Faith Hogan is an Irish award-winning and bestselling author of five contemporary fiction novels. Her books have featured as Book Club Favorites, Net Galley Hot Reads and Summer Must Reads. She writes grown up women's fiction which is unashamedly uplifting, feel good and inspiring.

She is currently working on her next novel. She lives in the west of Ireland with her husband, four children and a very busy Labrador named Penny. She's a writer, reader, enthusiastic dog walker and reluctant jogger - except of course when it is raining!

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Family Secrets at Hedgehog Hollow by Jessica Redland

 

Today is my stop on the Blog Tour for this latest instalment from Hedgehog Hollow by Jessica Redland. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to join the tour, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Every family has its secrets, and at Hedgehog Hollow there is no exception...

It was always Samantha's dream to run her beautiful rescue centre, Hedgehog Hollow, full-time. But just as her wish comes true, she becomes a victim of her own kindness when she finds herself with a house full of guests - all with their own problems and secrets - looking to her for support.

When her self-absorbed cousin, Chloe, unexpectedly turns up at the farm - swiftly handing over her baby to Samantha to care for – trouble is definitely brewing. Especially as Chloe won’t tell anyone why she’s left her husband, James...

As Samantha juggles new hedgehog arrivals, family dramas and her own health challenges, it soon becomes clear that she needs to start putting herself first for once. Little does she know that life-changing secrets from the past are about to unravel and turn their lives upside down...

Return to glorious Hedgehog Hollow with top 10 bestseller Jessica Redland for a heartwarming, emotional but uplifting story of family, friendship and moving on from the past.

My Review

This is the third instalment in the Hedgehog Hollow series, and having love the previous two releases I could not wait to get started reading this one. 

We find ourselves heading back to Hedgehog Hollow and this book immediately picks up from where we left every one in the previous book. 

Life is busy as usual for Samantha at Hedgehog Hollow not only with the rescue centre but also at home as Josh's family have moved in for a while so that Sam and Josh can give them some help and support.

Sam loves the house being busy as it is what it was meant for. 

Things become even more hectic when Chloe makes a surprise visit with her baby son and tells Sam that she has left her husband and needs a place to stay. Chloe is refusing to tell Sam why she left James but sam is determined to find out what is going on. 

With a house full of people and family secrets being revealed things are never dull at Hedgehog Hollow. 

  I loved this addition to the series. It was wonderful to read this book from a dual perspective of Sam and Chloe. It was interesting to read more from Chloe's past. It also gave a you a few answers to things that came up in the first book. But I am not going to give you any spoilers.

It was good to see Sam realise that she needs to start looking after herself too. 

The writing style of Jessica Redland is completely addictive and reading this series is like a breath of fresh air and will really put a smile on your face. 

I loved revisiting all of the people who I have grown to love at Hedgehog Hollow and I cannot wait too read the next instalment. 

Published by Boldwood Books 4th May 2021

Purchase Link

https://amzn.to/3spu7T9

About the Author

Jessica Redland writes uplifting stories of love, friendship, family and community set in Yorkshire where she lives. Her Whitsborough Bay books transport readers to the stunning North Yorkshire Coast and her Hedgehog Hollow series takes them into beautiful countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds.

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The Promise of Summer by Bella Osborne - Cover Reveal

Today I am really excited to be able to take part in the cover reveal for this up coming new release from Bella Osborne. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part. 

Book Description

Ruby’s life is about to change for ever…

After years of dating losers, cheats and one guy who did something unrepeatable to her kettle, Ruby has all but given up on romance. But then a stranger sits next to her on a train to London and explains his plan to propose to the woman of his dreams. Maybe true love does exist after all?

When the man accidentally leaves the engagement ring behind, Ruby is determined to save the day. But she hasn't counted on fellow passenger Curtis stepping in and insisting he should be the one to track the stranger down.   

 

As summer closes in, the unlikely pair make a promise to reunite the ring with its owner. But can they find their own happy ever after along the way?

Pre-order Links

Amazon UK -  https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08R6Q4T66/

Universal Amazon link -  http://mybook.to/ThePromiseOfSummer

KOBO -  https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/the-promise-of-summer

And Now here we have the Cover Reveal ........

Wow what a beautiful cover. I think it gives you a wonderful sense of summer with the picnic under the tree and a hot air ballon in the distance. The flowers on the cover are so pretty, and the colours used on the cover really do make you think of sunnier days. 

This new release sounds like a fun and engaging read and I am really looking forward to reading it. 

Publication Date 22nd July 2021

About the Author

Bella has been jotting down stories as far back as she can remember but decided that 2013 would be the year that she finished a full length novel. Since then she’s written seven best selling romantic comedies and she’s been shortlisted three times for the RNA Contemporary Romantic Novel of the Year Award. 

Bella's stories are about friendship, love and coping with what life throws at you. She lives in The Midlands, UK with her husband, daughter and a cat who thinks she’s a dog. When not writing Bella is usually eating custard creams and planning holidays.

For more about Bella, visit her website at www.bellaosborne.com or follow her on social media.

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Facebook -   https://www.facebook.com/BellaOsborneAuthor/

Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/bellaosborneauthor/

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A Taste of Home by Heidi Swain

Today is my stop on the Blog Tour for this heartwarming and uplifting new release from Heidi Swain. Thank you to the team at Simon and Schuster UK for inviting me to take part in the tour, and for my copy of the book in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. 

Book Description

Fliss Brown has grown up living with her mother on the Rossi family’s Italian fruit farm. But when her mother dies, Fliss finds out she has a family of her own, and heads back to England with Nonna Rossi’s recipe for cherry and almond tart and a piece of advice: connect with your family before it is too late…

Fliss discovers that her estranged grandfather owns a fruit farm himself, on the outskirts of Wynbridge, and she arrives to find a farm that has fallen into disrepair. Using her knowledge gleaned from working on the Rossi farm and her desire to find out more about her past, Fliss rolls her sleeves up and gets stuck in. But what will she discover, and can she resurrect the farm’s glory days and find a taste of home…?

 

My Review

In this book we meet Fliss Brown who has grown up living with her mother in Italy, on a fruit farm owned by the Rossi Family. Fliss loves her life in Italy but after her mother dies Fliss finds out that she has a family in Wnybridge in England, and makes a decision to go and visit to get to know a family of her own. Fliss packs her bags and armed with her Nonna's recipe for cherry and almond tart heads to her family in England. 

Fliss arrives in Wynbridge and discovers that her estranged Grandfather also owns a fruit farm, although due to ill heath his farm has fallen into disrepair and is need of some love. 

Fliss soon finds herself working on plans to help bring the farm back to its former glory using the skills she has learnt from the Rossi family business. The longer she stays in Wynbridge the more she learns of her mothers past growing up on the farm and the more she becomes attached to the farm. Could this be where Fliss belongs and will Wynbridge become her home. 

This is such a wonderful and heartwarming story that I simply adored from beginning to end. 

I loved revisiting Wynbridge in this book and seeing some of the characters we have met along the way.

Fliss was a great character to get to know. She does have a venerable side to her which does show through the pages but when it comes to family she is fiercely protective of them and will do all she can to help them. 

The setting of the farm in Wynbridge sounds simply beautiful and the strawberries grown there sound delicious. 

I found the flow of the book so easy to read and I really became immersed in the all of the characters and lives of these involved within the pages.  

The cover of the book is charming and gives you lovely insight into Fenview Farm. 

Heidi Swain has done it again with another heartwarming and captivating read that will be the perfect addition to your summer reading. 

a beautiful story of love, family and friendship. 

Published by Simon and Schuster UK 29th April 2021

Purchase link

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Taste-Home-Heidi-Swain-ebook/dp/B08F69665S/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1620643946&sr=8-1

About the Author

Heidi Swain is the Sunday Times bestselling author of twelve novels. Heidi lives in beautiful south Norfolk with her family and a mischievous cat called Storm. She is passionate about gardening, the countryside, collecting vintage paraphernalia and reading. To find out more, follow Heidi on twitter @Heidi_Swain or visit her website: www.heidiswain.co.uk.

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Primrose Park by Christie Barlow

 Today I am pleased to share with you my review of this brilliant new instalment to the 'Love Heart Lane' series from Christie Barlow. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting me to take part, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

Book Description

Vet Molly has always been career driven and focussed on caring for her animals, but when she meets a gorgeous Mystery Man at a conference and their connection is off the charts, well, one night off work won’t hurt anyone…except the next morning he’s vanished and all Molly knows about him is his first name.

Three months later, back in Love Heart Lane, everyone loves the story of Molly's amazing one-night stand.  It's so unlike her! But when Mystery Man turns up walking his dog through Primrose Park and their night together seems to mean nothing to him, Molly needs her friends and neighbours more than ever. And especially when she’s left with the most unexpected of surprises…

My Review

This is such a brilliant addition to the 'Love Heart Lane' series and one I could not put down. 

Molly has worked hard to build her career as a vet. It hasn't always been easy but Molly now has a successful surgery and is always looking at ways to help bring more to her customers. That is why Molly has decided to add a dog behaviour course to her services. 

Molly attends the training course she needs for her job at Starcross Manor, this is the beautiful hotel within Heartcross. The Manor is simply stunning but that is not all that has caught the eye of Molly. Here she literally bumps into a very handsome stranger. The chemistry between the two of them sparks from their first meeting and continues throughout the day ending in a very hot and steaming evening for the pair. 

When Molly wakes the next morning she is disappointed to see the handsome stranger has disappeared leaving her alone, And all she knows is his first name. 

Fast Forward three months and Molly is now back in Love Heart Lane and is about to start her dog behaviour classes when she bumps into her handsome mystery man, who clearly acts to Molly like they had never even met. That night obviously meant nothing to him and Molly is hurt. 

Little does Molly realise that this is just the first shock she will experience. Luckily for Molly she has a great group of friends around her so when another shock comes her way Molly knows she will have the support of her amazing friends if no-one else. 

This is such a brilliant and addictive read that really draws you into the lives of those living in Heartcross. 

This book focuses on the life of Molly. She is happy living her life in Heartcross and really enjoys being part of the community. It is obvious how much the community all adore Molly too. So when Molly needs their help they all jump in and help her. I love the characters that live in Heartcross and I was wonderful to revisit them all again. 

The setting of Primrose Park sounds so pretty and so romantic especially with the history linked to it. 

Returning to Heartcross is like a breath of fresh air, it really lifts your heart and puts a smile on your face. 

Published by One More Chapter 30th April 2021

Purchase Links

UK -  https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B08DR8PGSQ

US -  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DR8PGSQ

About the Author

Christie Barlow is the number one international bestselling author of fifteen romantic comedies including the iconic Love Heart Lane Series, A Home at Honeysuckle Farm and Kitty's Countryside Dream. She lives in a ramshackle cottage in a quaint village in the heart of Staffordshire with her four children and two dogs.

Her writing career has come as a lovely surprise when Christie decided to write a book to teach her children a valuable life lesson and show them that they are capable of achieving their dreams. Christie's dream was to become a writer and the book she wrote to prove a point went on to become a #1 international bestseller in the UK, USA, Canada and Australia.

When Christie isn't writing she co-presents The Book Show on Radio Northwich, enjoys playing the piano, is a keen gardener and loves to paint and upcycle furniture.

Christie is an ambassador for the @ZuriProject alongside Patron of the charity, Emmerdale's Bhasker Patel. They raise money and awareness for communities in Uganda.

Christie loves to hear from her readers and you can get in touch via Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Social Media

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Twitter @ChristieJBarlow 

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