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Jill Mansell
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Cass, star de la radio, et Jack, célèbre chroniqueur à la télévision, sont mariés depuis longtemps et s'aiment comme au premier jour. Leur histoire fait rêver des millions de foyers américains. Ils sont beaux, ont trois enfants charmants. Tout semble leur sourire. Un jour, Jack rencontre Imogène, une jeune et ambitieuse journaliste. Commence alors le grand chambardement... Jack déserte le nid familial et s'installe avec la jeune femme, laissant derrière lui une Cass désespérée et trois enfants furieux contre leur père. Après quelques mois d'un profond désespoir, Cass envisage de refaire sa vie. Mais peut-on tourner la page sur vingt années de bonheur quand l'amour couve encore sous la braise ?
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Ellie Kendall a perdu son mari Jamie il y a quelques mois et peine à surmonter son chagrin. Pour l'aider à prendre un nouveau départ, son beau-père Tony lui propose d'emménager dans l'un de ses appartements à Primrose Hill. À peine installée, la jeune femme fait la connaissance de Rou, sa voisine, aussi sympathique qu'exubérante, avec dans son sillage Todd, Joe, Martha, Yasmine... tous chaleureux et bienveillants. Dans la foulée, elle devient l'assistante de Zack McLaren, un entrepreneur ingérable mais tellement séduisant !
Et si, dans ce tourbillon de nouveautés, se cachait une promesse de bonheur pour Ellie? -
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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
'Gripping and incredibly comforting' Marian Keyes
'Like a little blast of sunshine - uplifting, heartwarming and supremely feelgood' Sophie Kinsella
Jill's Mansell's irresistible new book is the perfect escape. A beautiful Cornish setting, a chaotic family, a woman who's had enough of romance - or has she?
The trouble with secrets is that you can't guess what the consequences will be . . .
Lainey has lost everything. Luckily one little fib (OK, quite a big fib) helps nail her dream job. Soon she's living in a stunning house by the sea, fending off obsessed fans for a retired - if far-from-retiring - actor and organising his charming but chaotic family. It's definitely worth the challenge of keeping her secret.
At least Lainey isn't looking for love. It's time for a break from all that. And yet . . . Seth, the actor's grandson, really is rather attractive. There's growing chemistry and a definite connection between them. But how would he react if he knew she hadn't been honest with him?
Lainey's not the only one with a secret, though. Seth has one of his own. And everything's about to start unravelling . . .
What readers are saying about Jill Mansell:
'A fantastic read yet again, great characters, great story and as always a few happy tears'
'Completely absorbing and so addictive'
'Entertains from start to finish, and it fully deserves a 5-star rating'
'Great characters and I can't get enough of the "will they, won't they" - "should they, could they"obstacles and setbacks -
MAYBE THIS TIME - THE SUNDAY TIMES NO. 3 BESTSELLER!
'The queen of witty, heart-warming, feel-good love stories' Red
'A heartwarming treat from one of my favourite writers' Katie Fforde
'Reading Jill is always such a joy!' Veronica Henry
'Compelling, thoughtful, emotionally intelligent book about love, friendship and not giving up' Daily Mail
'Romantic, funny, heartwarming and heartbreaking... Jill Mansell always writes with wit and charm, cleverly introducing some serious issues into her novels, and Maybe This Time is no different' Daily Express
Jill's heartwarming, romantic and funny new novel will delight her fans, as Mimi discovers that love doesn't always wait till the timing is right ...
Mimi isn't looking for love when she spends a weekend in Goosebrook, the Cotswolds village her dad has moved to. And her first encounter with Cal, who lives there too, is nothing like a scene in a romantic movie - although she can't help noticing how charismatic he is. But Cal's in no position to be any more than a friend, and Mimi heads back to her busy London life.
When they meet again four years later, it's still not to be. Cal is focusing on his family, and Mimi on her career. Then Cal dives into a potentially perfect new romance whilst Mimi's busy fixing other people's relationships.
It seems as if something, or someone else, always gets in their way. Will it ever be the right time for both of them?
** Be one of the first to read Jill Mansell's new novel, SHOULD I TELL YOU? - available for pre-order now**
What readers are saying about MAYBE THIS TIME:
'One of the best books that Jill Mansell has written... I absolutely loved this'
'Another wonderful read'
'A warm, engaging read'
'I love Jill Mansell's books. They have great characters, take you away to a happier place and have such warmth!'
'When you finish reading her books you are going to be sighing with a big smile on your face... well I just did -
Meet Me at Beachcomber Bay: The feel-good bestseller to brighten your day
Jill Mansell
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- 12 Janvier 2017
- 9781472208927
The perfect man; the wrong time - what happens next?
When Clemency meets Sam on a flight, the connection between them sizzles. By the time the plane lands, Clemency's fallen for him, hard. And she thinks it's mutual. But then Sam can't seem to get away fast enough. Was it all wishful thinking? Yet it seemed so real.
Three years later, Clemency is happily single in sun-soaked Cornwall. She's stunned to encounter Sam again. He's as kind and attractive as ever - but now he's with someone. Someone Clemency knows only too well. He's strictly out of bounds.
Roping in her friend Ronan to help hide her true feelings, Clemency finds herself tangled in secrets and crossed wires. What's really going on with Sam? Why can't she get over him - and what's stopping him speaking out? Surely love will find a way . . .
As the sunshine warms the sand and the turquoise sea sparkles, one thing is clear: when it's love, there's nowhere to hide. And secrets have a way of coming out.
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Readers love MEET ME AT BEACHCOMBER BAY
'OMG I forgot how super good Jill Mansell really is. She is the queen of fictional romantic books' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'I utterly couldn't put it down' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'Thank you Jill Mansell for another beautiful read' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'Absolutely loved this book, amazing' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'Full of the usual wit and warmth - a book to make your heart smile' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ -
Jill Mansell's YOU AND ME, ALWAYS is a deliciously romantic and poignant read about love, loss and how nothing can stay hidden for ever... If you love the novels of Milly Johnson and Lucy Diamond, you won't want to miss Jill Mansell. 'Achingly romantic... we loved it!' Heat
Lily's always been surrounded by love.
Ever since her mother died, she's been cared for by friends who are as close as any family.
Coral, her mum's best friend; Patsy, her old babysitter - and even Dan, Patsy's incorrigible younger brother - have always been there for her.
But when the chance comes to meet the man who was the love of her mother's life, Lily knows she has to take it. Getting to know him could change everything, and not just for Lily...
What readers are saying about You And Me, Always:
'Fabulous, fun, flirty characters and a story that cracks along at a delicious pace. Another winner!' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
'Filled with laughter and tears, friendship and love, You and Me, Always is an uplifting tale filled with soul stirring characters - I became sincerely invested in everybody's outcome' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'A lovely, warm and humorous read and nothing less than I expected from one of my favourite authors' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars -
In this delightful ebook, Jill Mansell gives readers an exclusive glimpse of her life as a writer. Newly updated with exclusive extra material! Find out what's IN JILL'S HANDBAG, enjoy A DINNER DATE WITH JILL and get to know Jill in a QUICKFIRE Q & A.
This updated ebook also includes a sneak peek at Jill's new novel for January 2017, MEET ME AT BEACHCOMBER BAY.
And as in the original A-Z OF HAPPINESS, there's a bear (not a real one), lit up by fairy lights, with zillions of happy endings buzzing around, eating Chinese takeaway for breakfast, getting up late and tweeting A LOT. Oh, and there's been an explosion in the glitter factory!
Recommended for all with withdrawal symptoms from YOU AND ME, ALWAYS, and anticipation disorder for MEET ME AT BEACHCOMBER BAY.
NOT A NOVEL - but a little happiness fix. -
THE NO. 1 EBOOK BESTSELLER!
'A fabulous, gorgeous read, with characters you'll take to your heart' MILLY JOHNSON
'I loved the characters and relationships and found myself rooting for everyone. It left me with a lovely warm glow' LIBBY PAGE
'Such a joyful read and hugely entertaining . . . Readers are in for a real treat' RUTH HOGAN
One magical night in Venice, Didi fell in love. But it ended - and he left without even saying goodbye.
Now, thirteen years on, Shay Mason is back.
The old spark is still there, but Didi's determined to ignore it. As manager of a stunning Cotswolds hotel, she's happy at last, and soon to be married. Anyway, Shay isn't staying. He's made a promise to his father. He's going to keep it. And then he'll be gone.
But Shay's return stirs up long-forgotten emotions, and the scandal that led him to leave raises its head once again. It's time for buried secrets to come to light. And it seems that this was someone's intention all along . . .
A fabulous novel about love, friendship and finding the way to your best life.
* Jill Mansell's new novel, SHOULD I TELL YOU?, is available for pre-order now*
YOUR FAVOURITE WRITERS LOVE JILL MANSELL
'Reading Jill is always such a joy' VERONICA HENRY
'Gripping and incredibly comforting' MARIAN KEYES
'One of my favourite writers' KATIE FFORDE
'Like a little blast of sunshine - uplifting, heartwarming and supremely feelgood' SOPHIE KINSELLA
'Jill Mansell is the queen of witty, heart-warming, feel-good love stories' RED -
Jill Mansell's uputdownable romantic novel THINKING OF YOU will delight readers of Cathy Kelly and Lucy Diamond
Ginny Holland's daughter Jem has headed off to university, leaving single mum Ginny with a severe case of empty nest syndrome. To make matters worse, the first gorgeous man she's clapped eyes on in years has just accused Ginny of shoplifting. So Ginny decides to advertise for a lodger but what she gets is lovelorn Laurel, who can only talk about her ex-boyfriend. However Laurel has a dangerously charming brother, Perry, and add to that the offer of a great new job, and things are looking up...until Ginny realises that her potential boss is all too familiar.
Is it too late for Ginny to set right the first impression she made when Finn Penhaligon got quite the wrong end of the stick? And is either Finn or Perry quite what they seem?
What readers are saying about Thinking Of You:
'A perfect mix of love, fun and charm. This book contains more heart than many others' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
'A charming and delightful story. This book is laced with laugh out loud humour as well as a few heart tugging disappointments' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'Simply amazing. This book had me hooked from the very beginning. There are no words to say how good it was; you just have to read it for yourself' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars -
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING JILL MANSELL!
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT AN OFFER YOU CAN'T REFUSE
***** 'JILL MANSELL AT HER BEST' - Amazon review
***** 'LOVED EVERY SECOND' - Goodreads review
***** 'THE CHARACTERS QUICKLY FOUND THEIR WAY INTO MY HEART' - Amazon review
***** 'COULDN'T PUT THE BOOK DOWN' - Goodreads review
***** 'AMAZING . . . UNPUTDOWNABLE' - Amazon review
Ten years ago, Lola Malone was offered £10,000 - and what seventeen-year-old wouldn't be happy with that?
There was just one catch. The person doing the offering was her boyfriend Dougie's mother, and it was on condition that Lola broke up with her beloved son. Lola was outraged. Nothing could tear her and Dougie apart . . . but then she discovered a terrible secret. Suddenly, she had no choice but to take the money and run.
Now a twist of fate has brought Lola and Dougie together again, and her feelings for him are as strong as ever. But she broke Dougie's heart, and he's about to discover that she was paid to do it. She can't tell him the truth - so can she get him back? Well, Lola likes to think she's hard to resist. But this man might be the first to do just that . . .
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Everyone loves Jill Mansell's novels!
'A fabulous, gorgeous read, with characters you'll take to your heart' Milly Johnson, author of MY ONE TRUE NORTH
'I loved the characters and relationships and found myself rooting for everyone. It left me with a lovely warm glow' Libby Page, author of THE LIDO
'Such a joyful read and hugely entertaining . . . Readers are in for a real treat' Ruth Hogan, author of THE KEEPER OF LOST THINGS
'A smashing read that both delights and surprises the reader' Sun
'Jill Mansell just gets better and better' Heat
'Romantic, funny, heartwarming and heartbreaking' Daily Express -
A WALK IN THE PARK is a Sunday Times bestseller by Jill Mansell, not to be missed by fans of Lucy Diamond and Milly Johnson. Reviewers love Jill's books: 'Glorious, heartwarming, romantic' Woman & Home
It's been a while, but Lara Carson's back in Bath and lives are set to change as a result. Because Lara left her family and boyfriend Flynn eighteen years ago without a word to anyone. Why has no one heard from her since? Her childhood best friend Evie is thrilled Lara's back and able to share her happiness. Evie's about to walk down the aisle with her dream man, Joel. Or so she thinks... Then there's Flynn Erskine, even more attractive now and stunned to see Lara again. The spark between them is as strong as ever, but how's Flynn going to react when he discovers the secret she's been keeping from him? Oh yes, there's a lot of catching up to be done...
What readers are saying about A Walk In The Park:
'Big and bold characters fill the page with colour, warmth and humour. I didn't want to put it down or for the story to end' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'I love all of Jill Mansell's books and this is no exception. This is definitely a laugh-out-loud book - entertaining, funny, sad in places and uplifting' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
'Vivid and realistic... I still linger on the wonderful story' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars -
FAST FRIENDS is a warm and funny romantic novel from Sunday Times bestselling author Jill Mansell. For fans of Lucy Diamond, Cathy Kelly and Marian Keyes.
When the chips are down, who better to turn to then your oldest friends? When bored housewife and mother Camilla Stewart impulsively invites her old schoolchums for dinner she hardly imagines that the evening will shatter her comfortable existence. But Roz Vallender and Loulou Marks are no ordinary guests. Roz, stunning and self-assured, is notorious as a TV presenter and superbitch, whilst the reckless Loulou owns Vampires, the trendiest wine bar in town. Horrified to discover that husband Jack has been playing around, Camilla determines to make some changes. With a little help from her friends she soon finds out that life in the fast lane is a lot more fun and the future still holds plenty of surprises.
What readers are saying about Fast Friends:
'I am a huge lover of Jill Mansell books but this has to be her best to date. I enjoyed savouring every moment of it' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
'The tangled web of relationships within the book are so much fun to read about, that the book becomes just impossible to put down!' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
'Loved this book from start to finish... funny, sad, agonising, teasing and touching' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars -
SOLO is a delightful romantic novel from bestselling author Jill Mansell, not to be missed by readers of Lucy Diamond and Cathy Kelly.
Mad about a man who's dangerous to know? Surely it's better to go solo...
When Tessa Duvall, a struggling artist, reluctantly agreed to accompany her best friend Holly to a party at the elegant Charrington Grange Hotel, she had every intention of sneaking off early. For parties full of strangers bored the knickers off Tessa and this one proved to be no exception - until she encountered Ross Monahan, whose wicked reputation was as high profile as the hotel he owned and ran with such panache. But while Holly set about ensnaring his reluctant brother Max, Tessa simply accepted Ross for what he was, a sensational one-night stand...until she realised, weeks later, that one-night stands can have far-reaching consequences...
What readers are saying about Solo:
'I was absolutely gripped by this book. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking for a nice romantic read with twists and turns at every corner' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'Does anyone write this type of story better than Jill Mansell? Such a knack for mixing fantasy and reality, glamorous jet-setters and down-to-earth folks. She's really in a class of her own and Solo is one of her best' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
'A wonderfully written piece with so much to enthral, madden, excite and sadden you' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars -
The heart-warming and romantic SUNDAY TIMES bestseller: the perfect escape
One little mistake and nothing will ever be the same again!
On the one hand, if Essie hadn't written that letter - the one that only her best friend was meant to see - then she'd still be living like an actual proper grown-up, tucked up with Paul in his picture-perfect cottage, maybe even planning their wedding...
On the other hand (if her true feelings hadn't accidentally taken the internet by storm, that is) she wouldn't have moved into the attic flat on the square. She would never have met Conor. Or got to know Lucas...
And she wouldn't have found herself falling in love with someone she really, really shouldn't fall in love with...
'One of my favourite writers' Katie Fforde
'The queen of witty, heart-warming, feel-good love stories' Red
'Reading Jill is always such a joy!' Veronica Henry
'Jill Mansell just gets better and better' Heat *****
'A fab, feel-good read' Prima
'A page-turner' Look -
NADIA KNOWS BEST is an unputdownable romance from the Sunday Times bestselling Jill Mansell, whose novels are must-reads for fans of Cathy Kelly and Lucy Diamond.
When Nadia Kinsella meets Jay Tiernan, and the weather traps them in a remote Cotswold pub, she's tempted, of course she is.
But Nadia's already met The One. She and Laurie have been together for years - they're practically childhood sweethearts and she still gets butterflies in her stomach at the sight of him. Okay, so maybe she doesn't see that much of him these days, but that's not Laurie's fault. She can't betray him.
Besides, when you belong to a family like the Kinsellas - bewitchingly glamorous grandmother Miriam, feckless mother Leonie, stop-at-nothing sister Clare - well, someone has to exercise a bit of self-control, don't they? I mean, you wouldn't want to do something that you might later regret...
What readers are saying about Nadia Knows Best:
'I couldn't put it down! I was immediately drawn into the lives of this one beautifully flawed and unusual family. I now want to read every book Jill Mansell has ever written' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'A fantastic book that will keep you hooked from beginning to end. Nadia's life is presented in a way anyone could relate to and really hits at the heart' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
'Funny, witty, heart-warming and endearing' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars -
The perfect read for those long summer days, from Jill Mansell, Sunday Times bestselling author of MAYBE THIS TIME. Not to be missed if you love the novels of Katie Fforde and Milly Johnson.
Daisy MacLean runs the country house hotel owned by her flamboyant father, Hector. When she hears who's about to get married there, she isn't worried at all - her friend Tara absolutely promises there won't be any trouble between her and ex-boyfriend Dominic, whom she hasn't seen for years. But Dominic has other ideas...
Meanwhile, Hector's getting up to all sorts with...well, that's the village's best kept secret.
And then Barney turns up, with a little something belonging to the husband Daisy's been doing her best to forget.
That's the thing about hotels, you never know who you're going to meet. Or whether they're going to stay...
What readers are saying about Staying at Daisy's:
'Once again Jill Mansell manages to capture the hearts of her audience with loveable, true to life characters' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars
'A light, fun read that will keep you hooked for hours' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'Hilarious, romantic and addictive. I loved all of the characters and all of the storylines. I cannot fault anything about it' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars -
Dexter Yates est un riche playboy londonien. Sa vie, il la partage entre son travail et ses folles soirées en agréable compagnie. Il s'est offert un cottage aux Bruyères, charmant petit village anglais, dans lequel il ne met jamais les pieds.
Tout ce bel univers s'effondre lorsque sa soeur Laura meurt subitement. Il est anéanti. Elle élevait seule sa petite Delphi de huit mois. Qui va désormais prendre soin de la fillette ? Dexter adore sa nièce mais, il lui faut se rendre à l'évidence, il en est totalement incapable.
Un soir de désespoir, sous une pluie battante, il prend sa voiture et se rend aux Bruyères. Là, il frappe à la porte du café, clos à cette heure. La pétillante Molly utilise le lieu, après sa fermeture, pour y donner des cours de dessin. Elle allait rentrer chez elle quand elle découvre, dégoulinant sur le seuil, son séduisant voisin. Méconnaissable.
Elle fait entrer l'homme trempé, lui offre un café et l'écoute lui raconter la tragédie qui vient de le frapper. Quand il évoque le destin brisé de la petite Delphi, qui devra être placée, Molly s'insurge : pourquoi serait-il moins doué qu'un autre pour s'occuper de l'enfant ? -
From the queen of feelgood fiction, an uplifting new novel of friendship, families and finding love . . .
'What a gorgeous book! Jill has a great gift for characterisation - nuanced, interesting, believable people but created with a charming lightness of touch. Thanks to Jill's warmth, wisdom and emotional intelligence, this book was a huge pleasure to read' Marian Keyes
'A sparkling, joyful read! Jill's books always keep you guessing to the very end' Phillipa Ashley
'A good story like this needs a quiet afternoon, a sofa and a warm blanket. Moving and heartfelt! Enjoy' Fern Britton
Amber, Lachlan and Raffaele met as teenagers in the Cornish seaside home of kind-hearted foster parents. Years on, the bond between them is unbreakable
But Amber has a secret. She's in love with Lachlan. She can't tell him, because that would never work - he's not the settling-down type. Surely it's better to keep him as a friend than to risk losing him?
Raffaele has his own dilemma. Vee was the dream girlfriend, until it all went horribly wrong . . . and he can't understand why. Is Vee hiding something from him?
Now their widowed foster dad Teddy has found new love. Charming and beautiful, Olga seems perfect. But is she? Or will she break Teddy's fragile heart?
Against a backdrop of sparkling seas and sunny skies, the unexpected is always just around the corner. Welcome to Lanrock!
Gloriously romantic and completely life-affirming, Jill Mansell's wonderful new novel set in sunny Cornwall will make you believe in love again -
Jeune célibataire farouchement attachée à son indépendance, Tessa vit (très mal) de sa peinture. Pour faire plaisir à son amie Holly, elle se rend à une soirée organisée par les frères Monahan, où elle croise Ross, le cadet. Bien que tout les sépare, Tessa tombe immédiatement sous le charme de ce riche entrepreneur à l'humour ravageur, au regard magnétique, et finit dans son lit ! Ce qui devait être une aventure d'un soir se change bientôt en un singulier ballet amoureux où s'enchaînent fuites et retrouvailles, trahisons et promesses, avant un final endiablé...
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La vie de Dex, riche play-boy londonien, est bouleversée le jour où sa soeur Laura meurt subitement. Désormais tuteur de sa nièce, il décide de l'élever à la campagne dans son cottage des Bruyères, charmant village anglais. Si la petite Delphi est craquante, Dex doit reconnaître que les bébés, ce n'est pas du tout son truc.
Un soir, au bout du rouleau, il frappe à la porte du café d'à côté, où la pétillante Molly donne des cours de dessin. Touchée par son histoire et son désarroi, la jeune femme le rassure : pourquoi serait-il moins doué qu'un autre pour s'occuper de l'enfant ? Et puis, entre voisins, il faut s'entraider, n'est-ce pas ? -
The one you really want could be closer than you think... THE ONE YOU REALLY WANT is a sweet, funny, romantic novel from bestselling author Jill Mansell. Not to be missed by readers of Marian Keyes and Cathy Kelly.
It all starts with a shiny, red, sit-on lawn-mower. When Nancy spies her Christmas present from her husband sitting on the lawn, she realises the jewellery she thought was for her must be on someone else. Her best friend Carmen isn't surprised (she never liked Jonathan) and persuades Nancy to leave Edinburgh and come and stay in her luxury London flat - far too vast for Carmen since her husband, millionaire rock star Spike Todd, died. Soon Nancy's met gorgeous Connor O'Shea, who lives next door, and his daughter Mia is matchmaking - not least because she'd like to see the back of Connor's current pushy girlfriend. Meanwhile Carmen, who's always been certain she doesn't want another man in her life, feels a spark when a handsome charity worker called Joe calls round. But Joe's not quite all he seems...
What readers are saying about The One You Really Want:
'Clever and delightful tale - I was totally enchanted throughout. The writing was humorous, involving, heart squeezing, emotive, and full of witty banter' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'A gentle meander through the spark of romantic chemistry' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
'Jill Mansell is the master of taking a simple story and enriching it with an intricate cast of characters. She's witty and the dialogue is crisp and believable, things move along with the right mix of humour and thoughtfulness' Amazon reviewer, 5 stars -
It's not always you who gets to choose when you're making your mind up...
Lottie Carlyle isn't looking for love when she meets her new boss, Tyler Klein. Living in a beautiful cottage with her two adorable - sometimes - kids in an idyllic village in the Cotswolds, on good terms with her ex-husband and with friends all around, she's happy enough with her lot. But Tyler's perfect for Lottie and quickly she falls for him - and he for her. Unfortunately, there's a problem. For reasons that are totally unfair, Lottie's children HATE Tyler. When a rival for Lottie's affections comes on the scene in the shape of charmer Seb, the children adore him, and he's certainly a distraction. But he's not Tyler - and he's not even at all what he seems. Lottie's got a problem - but thanks, in classic Jill Mansell style, to a tobogganing accident and a delicious series of mix-ups, all will be revealed and true love will find a way.