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Books > Health, Home & Family > Home & house maintenance > Home furnishing & decoration > General
'Beautifully written and both heartbreaking and heartwarming'
Jessica RedlandCottage Two, Bracken Ridge Farm sits at the end of a
pitted track, with the glorious Yorkshire moors stretching behind
it. Just a simple two up, two down, the cottage holds the promise
of a new start for two very different women, but it is also full of
secrets. Fifty years ago, newly-wed Stella is relishing making the
little cottage a happy home. But for all the lovingly handmade
curtains, and the hot dinners ready on the table for her husband,
Stella's dreams of married life jar painfully with the truth. Fifty
years later, the cottage is a new beginning for Tamzin. Determined
to get away from her previous life, she makes the move to the wild
and vast Yorkshire countryside. When Tamzin finds a sepia photo of
a woman, Stella, standing in the cottage's garden, there's a
sadness in her eyes that Tamzin recognises. As the cottage reveals
more of its secrets, Tamzin is desperate to find out whether Stella
got her happy ending. And as she gradually makes new friends, and
starts to win over her mysterious neighbour Euan, Tamzin dares to
dream about her own happy ending too... Escape the rat race with
this heart-warming, page-turning new novel from Jane Lovering.
Perfect for fans of Julie Houston, Beth O'Leary and Kate Forster
Praise for Jane Lovering: 'I adored the dual timeline aspect of
this gorgeous story and discovering the secrets from the past.
Beautifully written and both heartbreaking and heartwarming'
Jessica Redland 'A funny, warm-hearted read, filled with characters
you'll love.' Matt Dunn on A Country Escape What readers are saying
about Jane Lovering: 'Jane Lovering has that ability to choose
exactly the right words and images to make you laugh, with a
wonderful touch of the ridiculous, then moving seamlessly to a
scene of such poignancy that it catches your breath.' 'It is very
difficult to explain just how wonderful this book is. The power of
her words and her descriptive prowess to put it bluntly is
amazing... the emotional impact it has had on me will be long
lasting.' 'Fall in love with reading all over again with this
cracking tale from Jane Lovering. An excellent reminder, if one is
needed, of the absolute pleasure of losing yourself in a good
book.'
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House London
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Ellie Stathaki; Photographs by Anna Stathaki
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What's so unique about the houses of London? With row upon row of
brick terraces, how do the capital's most stylish people make their
homes stand out? And how do those living in conversions amplify
their craft to design interiors that are truly distinctive? House
London showcases 50 of the most inspiring contemporary interiors in
the city today. Created by some of the best designers, architects
and creatives around, this book celebrates the amazing variety and
vision that lies behind sometimes quite ordinary facades. Writer
Ellie Stathaki (of Wallpaper*) and photographer Anna Stathaki
explore different interior styles and show the very best of London
homes - from the surprising interiors of humble terraces, to
extraordinary conversions showcasing the height of luxury. Some
homes will provide worthy inspiration, and others a level of drama
most of us can only dream of. With beautiful photography
throughout, each home draws on something uniquely 'London' and
supporting text profiles home owners, architects and designers and
highlights the architectural bones that make up the home. This book
will be a must have for anyone who loves snooping around beautiful
homes, or looking for design inspiration.
'A truly transformative read' Sunday Times STYLE 'More than ever,
we need books like this' Jessica Seaton, Co-Founder of Toast and
author of Gather, Cook, Feast A whole new way of looking at the
world - and your life - inspired by centuries-old Japanese wisdom.
Wabi sabi ("wah-bi sah-bi") is a captivating concept from Japanese
aesthetics, which helps us to see beauty in imperfection,
appreciate simplicity and accept the transient nature of all
things. With roots in zen and the way of tea, the timeless wisdom
of wabi sabi is more relevant than ever for modern life, as we
search for new ways to approach life's challenges and seek meaning
beyond materialism. Wabi sabi is a refreshing antidote to our
fast-paced, consumption-driven world, which will encourage you to
slow down, reconnect with nature, and be gentler on yourself. It
will help you simplify everything, and concentrate on what really
matters. From honouring the rhythm of the seasons to creating a
welcoming home, from reframing failure to ageing with grace, wabi
sabi will teach you to find more joy and inspiration throughout
your perfectly imperfect life. This book is the definitive guide to
applying the principles of wabi sabi to transform every area of
your life, and finding happiness right where you are.
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