 Release date - 10th September 2020 Book length - 380 pages Publisher - Dome Press BUY LINKS: Worldwide - www.bookdepository.com UK - www.amazon.co.uk US - www.amazon.com I want to thank Emily from www.thedomepress.com for the opportunity to take part in this blog tour and shine a spotlight on this intriguing new read. Here's everything you need to know! ABOUT THIS BOOK Sophie thought she and Jonah were happy, bringing up their small daughter together, until one summer's day, she discovers that Jonah is far from the man she thought he was. Sam - an attractive English teacher - seems to offer her some comfort, and new friendships are a support. But is Sam really who he says he is? Where have her new friends appeared from? Is anyone telling the truth? As Jonah's lies threaten Sophie and her daughter, can anyone be trusted? AUTHOR BIO Jean spent several years in genetics research before abandoning the laboratory to pursue a career in academic publishing both in Holland and the UK. She has been a database trouble-shooter, an editor, and a writer for publishing houses, pharmaceutical companies and the EU. She has degrees in Botany, Pathology, Philosophy, English, Law and Creative Writing and is currently completing a doctorate in Linguistics. In her spare time she has campaigned for the environment and read a lot of books, the most memorable being Alice in Wonderland, Pride and Prejudice, everything by Margaret Atwood and Jeanette Winterson, and a few things by Sebastian Faulks, Calvino, Ian McEwan, David Mitchell and Shakespeare. She currently lives in a converted barn in the South Downs with her husband and a Heritage Plant Collection, accumulates Christmas tree decorations and aspires to writing multi-genre fiction, travelling on the Orient Express and seeing the Northern Lights. The Dome Press published Jean's debut novel, What Was Lost, in September 2018. To keep up-to-date with this author, follow here: Twitter - twitter.com/JeanELevy Instagram - www.instagram.com/mintperson2018/ DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT ALL OF THE OTHER STOPS ALONG THE WAY!! 
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 Release date - 3rd September 2020 Book length - 331 pages Publisher - Boldwood Books BUY LINKS: UK - www.amazon.co.uk US - www.amazon.com I want to thank Rachel from www.rachelsrandomresources.com for the opportunity to take part in this blog tour and for providing me with an extract for you all to enjoy. ABOUT THIS BOOK Imogen Tolliman never knew her mother. And when an accident robs Immi of her father too, she goes to live with her grandfather, Tollie, in his picturesque lock-keeper’s cottage by the Aysbury marina. Tollie is the star of the Santa Ahoy Special each Christmas – a festive boat ride along the canal that enthralls both children and adults alike. And as Immi grows up, she starts to appreciate the magical community she is lucky enough to live in. When Immi meets Gray Adams, she instantly realises he’s someone special. And as their relationship gets serious, they start to plan for the Christmas to beat all Christmases. But as the day approaches, and the romantic snow showers turn into blizzards, their dream of a Christmas to remember, looks set to be one they’ll never forget - for all the wrong reasons. Can they salvage the festivities, or will old secrets that are finally uncovered turn Immi’s life upside down forever? EXTRACT As we take our seats, Gray holds up his beer bottle and we chink. ‘That’s good news… that you can stay over.’ I’m trying not to sound as excited as I feel, but my heart is pounding in my chest and suddenly I’m full of the joys of Christmas. ‘Let the festivities begin!’ Our eyes lock and I can see how much he’s missed me and feel that sense of regret for the time we’ve lost. Sometimes life seems too complicated and it’s hard to avoid feeling a bit depressed. Fortunately, my other part-time job, at the Lockside Nurseries, spirits me away to my happy place. When people, or the world in general, are getting me down, then nurturing nature’s bountiful gifts is spiritually healing. I can lose myself for hours in the greenhouses deadheading, or re-potting and watering. It’s the only place I can really switch off the emotional turmoil for a while. Gray is gazing at me and I feel my cheeks begin to glow. ‘What?’ ‘I’m just happy to see you. Is that a crime?’ He laughs and I want to hug him all over again. ‘That’s not a smile, it’s a mischievous look you’re wearing. It’s great to see you so relaxed, Gray.’ I reach forward and graze my fingers over the back of his hand. ‘Ma is doing well. She’s even started driving again. I’ve left her with a packed weekend planned. So, here’s to lovers of Christmas everywhere and to a very special one for us this year Immi.’ The optimism in his voice as he makes a toast touches my heart. ‘Who is this little boy you were telling me about on the phone, who made my Immi cry, then?’ Taking a quick sip of beer, I’m pleased that it isn’t too strong, or overpowering. This is going to be a popular one; Pete and David have done The Bullrush proud. ‘A hint of fennel, hmm… I like that,’ I confirm, placing the bottle firmly back down onto the tabletop. ‘The little boy’s name is Billy Davis.’ ‘And he’s seven, you said?’ ‘Yes. He was nominated by his grandma for a silver ticket. Watch this clip.’ I pull out my phone and flick through to find the email. Mrs Price, Tollie’s former housekeeper, is the official contact for nominations for two very special boat trips we run for the Santa Ahoy Little Stars. All the other trips are run in aid of charity, but the silver tickets are for children who deserve a little extra spoiling. As I click on the attachment, Gray pulls his chair up alongside me. The picture is dark and a little grainy, but it’s just possible to make out a child’s bed and the distressed sobs emanating from a heap in the middle. It’s a pitiful sound in the soft grey light and it’s a wail that comes from deep down inside the poor little mite. The young boy is crouched down on the floor next to his sister, his voice calm and reassuring. He’s trying to comfort her, but I don’t think she can even hear him above the noise she’s making, so great is her distress. Only the odd hiccough breaks the constant sobbing. ‘She’s lost her Noo-Noo, apparently,’ I explain to Gray. ‘It’s a little blanket, like a comforter, with an animal’s head in the centre.’ Rather unexpectedly, the boy lies down on the floor and begins, very softly, to sing. His voice rises up in the darkness hauntingly, with the most beautiful ring to it. It’s the voice of an angel. ‘Twinkle, twinkle little star—’ At first, it’s hard to hear him but gradually the crying begins to subside. It reduces to a heart-rending, intermittent sniffing sound and the boy slowly snakes his hand up onto the bed. When he covers her hand with his she throws it off, unwilling to be pacified in her anguish. He waits a few seconds and then tries again. This time Billy begins to gently stroke the back of her hand with his fingertips. The little girl, who, I know from the email, is three, is no longer thrashing around inconsolably, having run out of steam. She lies there, prostrate and exhausted. He continues singing for several minutes, the sound of his achingly beautiful voice so soothing and empathetic that my eyes begin to prickle with tears once again. The creak of a floorboard confirms that this is being filmed through the partially opened bedroom door. When it ends my heart feels full, so great is the love and caring in that little boy’s actions. AUTHOR BIO Lucy Coleman is a #1 bestselling author of contemporary romantic fiction. In 2013 she won the UK Festival of Romance: Innovation in Romantic Fiction Award. Originally from Bristol, she now lives in the Welsh Valleys with her husband and Bengal cat, Ziggy. For Lucy, life is all about family, friends and writing. She is a self-confessed hopeless romantic and an eternal optimist. When Lucy is not writing, she spends time in the garden weeding or practising Tai Chi. And she is often found with a paintbrush in her hand indulging her passion for upcycling furniture. Her novels have been translated into Italian, Czech and Croatian. She also writes as Linn B. Halton. Lucy is represented by Sara Keane from the Keane Kataria Literary Agency. To keep up-to-date with this author, follow here: Website - linnbhalton.co.uk Twitter - twitter.com/LucyColemanAuth Facebook - www.facebook.com/LucyColemanAuthor/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/lucycolemanauthor/   Release date - 2nd September 2020 Book length - 368 pages Publisher - Hera BUY LINKS: Worldwide - www.bookdepository.com UK - www.amazon.co.uk US - www.amazon.com I want to thank Rachel from www.rachelsrandomresources.com for the opportunity to take part in this blog tour and for providing me with an e-copy of this book for review. ABOUT THIS BOOK What happens when love takes you to unexpected places? Heather Douglas appears to have it all. But living on a farm in the Scottish Highlands with her partner, Rory Fraser, all while bringing up their adorable toddler, Harry, isn’t easy. As a former librarian, Heather is worried that she’ll never fully fit into life on Fraser Farm. And after the death of her beloved mum eight years ago, Heather feels lost, as well as guilty for holding back accepting Rory’s marriage proposal because she can’t imagine her wedding without her mother. So when ex-boyfriend, Stewart, appears in the village of Glendale, it’s a shock to the system. The man who broke her heart years ago now has big plans for the neighbouring farm and wants Heather to be part of the development. Knowing that she’s living a very different life to the one they had planned at university leaves Heather wondering if she has made the right choices since she and Stewart broke up. Especially when things start to go very wrong on the farm ... This Christmas, Heather will need to face her fears and let go of the past or risk losing everything. She will need love, faith, and a whole lot of hope! MY REVIEW I always love returning to Glendale and I have to say that this time was my absolute favourite! Heather has the perfect life - a man who loves her, a toddler they adore, and a farm in one of the most beautiful places you could imagine. What more could you wish for, right? But Heather is feeling stressed about the farm and her own capabilities, missing her mum and living a different life than the one she thought she would live. And when her ex-boyfriend, Stewart, moves to the village and gives Heather a fabulous new opportunity, she cannot help but wonder if maybe she needs a fresh start. As Christmas draws closer, can Heather figure out who she is and what she wants from life before it's too late? With a magical setting as always, characters that feel like family, and plenty of drama and decisions to be made, HOPEFUL HEARTS AT GLENDALE HALL by Victoria Walters is the best one yet in this enchanting series. I felt for Heather who is struggling with everyday life worries and grieving at the same time, and I was right there with her as she tried to figure out what would make her happy. A fantastic book and a fantastic series, HOPEFUL HEARTS AT GLENDALE HALL is a must-read and I cannot wait for more from this author. AUTHOR BIO Victoria Walters writes up-lifting and inspiring stories. She's the author of the bestselling Glendale Hall series and two standalone novels - Summer at the Kindness Cafe, and The Second Love of My Life. She has been chosen for WHSmith Fresh Talent and shortlisted for two RNA awards. Victoria was also picked as an Amazon Rising Star, and her books have won wide reader acclaim. Victoria is a full-time author. She lives in Surrey To keep up-to-date with this author, follow here: Website - victoria-writes.com Twitter - twitter.com/Vicky_Walters Facebook - www.facebook.com/VictoriaWaltersAuthor/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/vickyjwalters/ DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT SOME OF THE OTHER STOPS ALONG THE WAY!!!   Release date - 20th August 2020
Book Length - 206 pages Publisher - Harlequin BUY LINKS: Worldwide - www.bookdepository.com UK - www.amazon.co.uk US - www.amazon.com I want to thank Jenni for providing me with an e-copy of this book for review. ABOUT THIS BOOK He’s sworn celibacy… Until he gets vengeance! Danr Sigurdsson is indebted to the captivating, mysterious healer, living alone in the wilderness, who carefully tends his wounds. Consumed with anguish over the massacre that killed his family, Danr has sworn not to touch another woman until he finds those responsible. So resisting Sissa should be easy, but as they search for the truth, fighting their mutual attraction becomes the hardest battle ... MY REVIEW Thrilling and with relatable characters, I thoroughly enjoyed REDEEMING HER VIKING WARRIOR by Jenni Fletcher and look forward to reading more from this author. Danr Sigurdsson is determined to seek his revenge on those that murdered his family and has left his womanising ways in the past as he blames himself for what happened that fateful night. Sure that he knows who is behind it all, Danr soon finds himself injured and close to death when a mysterious healer helps him and keeps him safe. Drawn to this unique woman, it isn't long before Danr and Sissa join forces to fight for the truth but can they admit their true feelings for each other? With plenty of intrigue, action, and sizzling chemistry, REDEEMING HER VIKING WARRIOR has got everything you could want in a Viking romance and a little more for good measure. I enjoyed getting to know the characters and Sissa had to be my favourite as I admired her strength and wit. An enjoyable tale of love in the past which I recommend to all fans of this genre. AUTHOR BIO Scottish by birth, Jenni Fletcher now lives in East Yorkshire where she writes historical romance novels. She studied English at Cambridge before doing a PhD on Edwardian literature & psychology at Hull. She has been nominated for 4 RoNA awards and won for Short Romantic Fiction in 2020. In her spare time she loves baking and, of course, reading. To keep up-to-date with this author, follow here: Website - jennifletcher.com Twitter - twitter.com/JenniAuthor Facebook - www.facebook.com/JenniFletcherAuthor/ |
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