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Has the perfect man been there all along?Lucie Quigley hates
Christmas. So when she's asked to be a bridesmaid at her friend
Petra's Manhattan wedding, she jumps at the chance to escape the
festivities at home. Her best friend Dale Treharne jumps at the
chance to be her plus-one, seeing it as a way to help Lucie get
through the most miserable time of the year. In New York, as the
snow begins to fall, Lucie and Dale realise that their feelings run
deeper than friendship. But can they overcome their pasts, and make
it a very merry Manhattan Christmas? The perfect uplifting and
escapist read to curl up with this Christmas, ideal for fans of
Helen J Rolfe and Mandy Baggot. Praise for A Very Merry Manhattan
Christmas'I just loved this book, every single page of it! ... it
was full of depth with unexpected moments of poignancy ... So make
sure you cuddle up this Christmas and enjoy a few hours of perfect,
festive escapism with Lucie and Dale and their sumptuous love
story.' My Chestnut Reading Tree 'A lovely Christmas story ...
takes you on an emotional rollercoaster. I really enjoyed reading
this book. It was a page turner and I found it hard to put down ...
beautifully written.' Stephanie Reads 'An amazing festive story
that immediately filled my heart with joy ... Darcie Boleyn has a
wonderful way with words and she has a great sense of humor as well
... Darcie Boleyn combines sadness with lightness and cheer in a
fantastic balanced way. Her story is very romantic and I enjoyed it
so much that it's now on my list of favorite Christmas reads. I
highly recommend this dreamy Christmas story.' With Love for Books
'Another enchanting book from the talented Darcie Boleyn ... What
starts and looks like your general light hearted Christmas book,
evolves around mid way into something that is very compelling to
read, and has a bit more depth to it and plenty of strands of
storylines.' Rachel's Random Reads 'Oh I do love this author's
writing! ... The development of the romance was well paced, their
reticence in risking their friendship, the historic events which
impinge on their relationship, the expectations of others, all make
this an enthralling and highly entertaining read.' Splashes into
Books 'Okay let me say up front I love books by Darcie, NYC is my
favourite place and Christmas just adds to the joy ... giggles a
plenty. Follow Lucie and Dale as they experience the magic and the
test on their friendship ... it's real melt-your-heart stuff. I
could rave about this forever but suffice to say it's made it into
my top books of the year list and I encourage everyone to read it
and prepare for the festivities' Ali - The Dragon Slayer 'Pretty
sure this is one of my favourite Christmas books of the year!'
Goodreads reviewer 'Can I just say right here ... Dale ... oh Dale.
Everyone needs a Dale this Christmas, I think he could be the book
boyfriend of the year ... With her warm and witty writing style,
teamed with some sensitive sub plots, Darcie made A Very Merry
Manhattan Christmas a delight to read. It was a real page turner.'
Lozza's Book Corner
Climbing out the window in her dress and tiara wasn't exactly how
Frankie imagined her wedding day...After she calls off her wedding,
Frankie Ashford knows exactly where she need to go: Norway to find
her estranged mother and make peace with the past. When a slip on
the ice in Oslo sends her flying into the arms of Jonas Thorsen,
she finds herself a little distracted from her original mission.
But Jonas is a family man through and through, and even though he
knows that anything he and Frankie share has an expiration date, he
is determined to help her find the answers she's seeking and do
whatever it takes to help her reunite with her mother. Can Frankie
find the answers she's looking for, and will the northern lights
work their magic and help her find love along the way? An uplifting
cosy Christmas romance to curl up with, perfect for fans of Holly
Martin and Tilly Tennant. Praise for Love at the Northern
Lights:'Darcie's writing is as warm, sweet and comforting as a mug
of hot chocolate on a cold winter's day' Sarah Bennett, author of
The Lavender Bay series 'Fab-U-lous!! Different to any other
Christmas book I've read this year, this one sparkles and dazzles
from beginning to end!' 5* Grace J ReviewerLady 'A wonderfully
sweet story of love, forgiveness, and learning to follow your own
path' 5* My Life as a Dog Bed 'From its stunning cover, the
hilarious first few chapters, and then the way the story develops,
well this is just fabulous...This really is a wonderful book to add
to your must-reads stack for this winter, and its one of my
favourites from this author' 5* Rachel's Random Reads 'Loved loved
loved this book!! Didn't want it to end. A great book of love,
forgiveness and deciding ur own path. Definitely looking out from
more by this author' 5* Reader review 'Words cannot describe just
how much I LOVED this novel. It was romantic, it was adventurous
and was just overall a really lovely, cosy novel' 5* Reader review
'A real holiday pick me up!' 5* Reader review
Family is what you make it - but is Hannah brave enough to take the
chance?A freelance travel writer, Hannah rarely stays in one place
long enough to call it home. After a childhood of moving between
foster homes, her nomadic lifestyle means no lasting connections,
keeping her fears of losing loved ones at bay. So when Hannah's
work takes her to Cariad Cove, it's just another job. Will loves
being a dad. It's just him and his wilful six-year-old, Beti, but
their family of two has love enough to keep them happy. When Will
meets Hannah, attraction ignites, but one woman has already left
Beti behind - he can't have it happen again. Hannah will soon be
moving on, meaning there's no future for her and Will despite their
sizzling chemistry. It will take a leap of faith for them to
believe in each other. Could one summer at Cariad Cove change their
lives forever? A gorgeously uplifting and romantic story for fans
of Suzanne Snow, Phillipa Ashley and Heidi Swain. Praise for
Starting Over in Cariad Cove 'What a lovely story... I read it one
sitting and just escaped. A lovely ending not too cliche. Perfect.'
Reader review 'First time reading this author and I wasn't
disappointed. A light hearted and funny read, loved the characters
and a lovely storyline set in beautiful Wales. Wonderful writing.'
Reader review 'Traumatic pasts lead to a happily ever after. Such a
sweet read that would be great for the summer.' Reader review 'A
gem of a book. An easy read with a gentle storyline about two
people with difficult pasts. An excellent holiday read.' Reader
review 'What a lovely story. This was a quick, feel-good read that
made me smile, which is exactly what I was looking for.' Reader
review
Will friendship turn to love under the Cornish sun?After a
devastating betrayal, Zoe Russell found a haven in Conwenna Cove.
She is happy with her simple life running the village diner and
volunteering at the local greyhound sanctuary. Surfer Nate Bryson
plans to leave Conwenna Cove and see the world, leaving behind his
reputation as a ladies man. Before departing, Nate decides to raise
funds for the dog rescue home close to his heart. As Nate gets Zoe
involved in his charity event she sees there's more to him than
meets the eye. Nate can't believe he's failed to notice the
beautiful woman right before him. But can two such different people
ever be happy together? A captivating romance, this is perfect for
fans of The Corner Shop in Cockleberry Bay. Praise for Forever at
Conwenna Cove 'I have only just finished reading this book and I am
still basking in its lovely, warm, uplifting glow... This is a
wonderful book, as warm and sweet as a dairy ice-cream on a Cornish
summer day but not at all sickly. Go on, treat yourself to this
book, you deserve it.' Little Book Problem 'This is a gorgeous book
to read and I love the stunning cover!' Donna's Book Blog 'If you
have never read a Darcie Boleyn novel, or one of the books from her
'Conwenna Cove' series, you are seriously missing out' The Writing
Garnet 'It's a joy to be back in Conwenna Cove for the summer
sunshine... With lots of ups and downs and plenty of laughs this is
an uplifting read. A fabulous summer novel!' Good 'n'Read~y 'This
novel was stunningly beautiful and so, so well written...' The
Cosiest Corner 'Romance in abundance and a real feel good touch'
Books, Life and Everything 'If you like a lovely romance, set in
the most beautiful settings, with amazingly strong and real
characters that you can't help but fall in love with then this is
definitely a book for you.' Chells and Books 'Forever at Conwenna
Cove is a heartwarming romantic story. Darcie Boleyn's stories are
a joy to read... Forever at Conwenna Cove is no exception, I
couldn't put the story down and loved every single page... Forever
at Conwenna Cove is charming, captivating, moving and sweet.' With
Love for Books 'I found myself smiling away to myself throughout...
Forever at Conwenna Cove is an uplifting and beautiful story! Five
stars from me!' Rae Reads 'This is a perfect novel to read with a
glass of wine, preferably on a beach over what will (hopefully) be
a glorious bank holiday weekend. So go and grab yourself a copy!'
Chapter and Cake 'Forever at Conwenna Cove was everything I could
have wished for in a storyline and more. I giggled until my sides
hurt, I 'awwwwww'ed' so many times and I smiled until my cheeks
hurt... It is incredible when a book can make you feel happy, cosy
and settled, all within a short space of time and honestly, books
like that are incredibly special.' The Writing Garnet 'My favourite
fictional holiday resort!' Reader review 'This was a lovely,
entertaining, well written, heartwarming story' 5* Reader review
Can the magic of Conwenna Cove heal the hurt of the past?Eve has
everything she's ever wanted, but when tragedy strikes she loses it
all. She seeks solace at her aunt's home in the beautiful Cornish
village of Conwenna Cove. The last thing on her mind is romance -
until she meets Jack. Jack has seen the worst things people can do
to each other and realised he is better off alone. He saves his
affections for the rescue dogs he cares for. But when Eve arrives
in the village he can't deny his attraction to her. Eve and Jack
are drawn together but scared to love. Can they put fear aside and
find happiness again? A heart-warming romance perfect for fans of
Holly Martin and Jenny Hale. Praise for Darcie Boleyn'There were
tears and smiles and out-loud giggles all the way through. A
wonderful holiday read!' Jenny Hale 'I just loved this book, every
single page of it!' My Chestnut Reading Tree 'A truly spectacular
read and I loved every minute of it.' Whispering Stories 'Another
enchanting book from the talented Darcie Boleyn.' Rachel's Random
Reads 'It's always a treat to read a book written by Darcie
Boleyn... Utterly brilliant.' The Quiet Knitter 'Filled my heart
with joy... Darcie Boleyn has a wonderful way with words.' With
Love For Books
One summer can change everything...Catherine Bromley has spent her
life in Penhallow Sands, dedicating herself to work and supporting
her emotionally fragile mother. Since her father left, it's always
been the two of them and Catherine has no interest in romance.
What's the point when men just leave? And besides, her mother needs
her. But when handsome novelist Mark Coleman arrives to stay at the
cottage overlooking nearby Plum Tree Bay, Catherine's world is
changed. She's soon bumping into Mark everywhere - or being thrown
at him by her matchmaking friend! The chemistry is undeniable. But
can Mark let go of his painful past to be the man that Catherine
can rely on? And will Catherine find the courage to let love in? A
heart-warming romance set in Cornwall and perfect for fans of Holly
Martin and Phillipa Ashley. Praise for The Cottage at Plum Tree Bay
'What an absolute joy this book was to read, I thoroughly enjoyed
it from start to finish.' Reader Review 'This was an absolutely
gorgeous read and I adored every second of reading about such
wonderful characters and community. Darcie's female lead was a joy
to follow, with so much loss and heart-break in her life, I
couldn't not root for her to get the happy ending she so deserves.'
Reader Review 'Each book I have read of Darcie's is a little ray of
happiness into your heart, pure unadulterated happiness and warmth
in a book. If you need a lift or to smile, you need to read this
and also the previous book in the series, you won't be
disappointed.' Reader Review 'What a beautiful summer read... the
very thing to put you in the mood for sun, sea and sand!' Reader
Review 'Overall though, this was Darcie Boleyn at her finest. It
was excellently written, keeping you wanting to read more and more.
I couldn't put this book down. The setting is idyllic and the
characters are relatable.' Reader Review 'No less than five shining
stars will do for this fantastic summer read.' Reader Review 'This
is another winner from Darcie Boleyn, an engaging and heartwarming
story set in Cornwall with great characters, a plot filled with
twists and turns and an added sprinkling of humour, too.' Reader
Review 'With a delightful setting, a roller coaster romance and
fantastic storytelling, this is another great read from this
talented author. I have no hesitation in highly recommending it to
anyone looking for a heartwarming romance that really does make you
feel good.' Reader Review
All roads lead home...When Holly Dryden fled Penhallow Sands nearly
a year ago she was determined to put the past - and Rich Turner -
behind her. But now an unexpected loss and financial trouble has
led her back to the family vineyard and it's time to tell Rich the
truth - he's a father. Surrounded by the memories of what they once
shared Holly's anger fades in the glow of Rich's undeniable love
for their son and the way he selflessly steps in to help the
vineyard out of trouble. As Holly watches Rich flourish in his new
role as father to baby Luke, she realises that though they can't
change the past, the future is still theirs to write... An
uplifting, emotional Cornwall-set romance perfect for fans of Holly
Martin and Phillipa Ashley.Praise for The House at Greenacres 'A
really lovely book. Darcie has a magical way of writing that
instantly makes you smile and feeling good' 5* Reader review
'Perfect summer read. A beautiful written light-hearted romance. My
first by this author. Will be looking out for more' 5* Reader
review 'Good summer read for anyone who likes Phillipa Ashley or
Cathy Bramley!' 4* Reader review 'A really lovely book and Holly is
someone you just want to give a big hug too. A good feel good read'
5* Reader review 'Brilliant plot, excellent main characters that
you invest in' 5* Reader review
Can a running club help heal a broken heart?Following the death of
her husband, Ffion moves back to her family hotel in Wales seeking
home comfort. In the village of Cariad Cove, she reconnects with
her family, and starts to find hope as she takes up running and
meets Joe... For Joe, the second his dog crashes into the beautiful
woman on the beach, it's love at first sight. But recognising a
hurting soul, he offers Ffion his friendship and soon the two are
organising a charity run for the local animal sanctuary. Now Ffion
is feeling things she never thought she would again. Is it too soon
to move on? Can she open her heart to love again? She's planning on
running... but will it be away from Joe or towards him? A
heart-felt and emotional romance for fans of The Cancer Ladies
Running Club and Phillipa Ashley.
There's nothing a good cup of tea can't fix... even a hopeless love
lifeFran Gandolfini can't help taking in strays; with four dogs,
five cats and two bearded dragons, she refuses to give up on a
creature in need. The only thing Fran has given up on, in fact, is
her love life. Moving from the city to Penhallow Sands to work in
the Tea Shop, Ethan Clarke hopes he's made the right choice for his
daughter, Tilly. His past means he struggles to trust people, but
Fran might be the one person capable of changing that. Until a
life-changing secret that Fran's keeping for a friend causes a rift
between them. Fran can't tell Ethan the truth, but she hates lying
to him more. It'll take a Christmas miracle to set things right...
A heartwarming Christmas romance set in Cornwall and perfect for
fans of Holly Martin, Phillipa Ashley and Sue Moorcroft. Praise for
The Christmas Tea Shop 'Perfect Christmas read. Full of love,
laughter and Christmas feelings. Gets you in the mood for the
holidays! Such a fun read! Fall in love with Fran, Holly, Ethan,
Tillie and many more as you read this book.' 5* Reader review 'I
found this book to be a delightful, romantic love story involving
Fran, who has given up on her love life, and Ethan a single father.
If you're looking for a lift-your-spirit Christmas story, then I
recommend this book to you.' Reader review 'A thoroughly enjoyable
and laugh-out-loud book!' Reader review 'What a super third novel
in the Cornish Hearts series this is! Introducing new characters,
this expands on the feel-good nature of the previous two books and
with a gorgeous Christmas setting, love just sparkles all the way
through. With some wonderful, magical moments this is a delicious
read, with everything you could possibly want in a festive rom-com
and perfectly timed to set you up for your own sparkling
Christmastime, and absolutely earning a full five shining stars!'
5* Reader review 'This was a lovely, heartwarming story that
captures the essence of life in a small community, focusing on the
importance of family and friends supporting one another.' Reader
review 'A sweet romantic festive tale of new love, yummy food and
misunderstandings. Get cosy and be prepared not to move until the
end. Loved it.' 5* Reader review
Can Christmas wishes come true at Conwenna Cove?When Grace Phillips
arrives in Conwenna Cove to help her parents move in, she has no
intention of staying. It's not hard to see why they've fallen in
love with the place, but it's definitely not for her. But the
festive decorations, carols in the air and constant supply of
delicious mince pies certainly make it difficult to leave... not to
mention the mysterious local vet Oli Davenport. Oli lost his wife
to cancer two years ago. His world revolves around his children,
Amy and Tom, but being both mum and dad isn't easy and his romantic
life has taken the hit. When Oli and Grace cross paths, sparks fly
but both are holding onto the fear of letting someone else into
their heart. As the snow falls on Conwenna Cove, can Oli and Grace
find the happiness they both deserve? A magical and uplifting
Christmas romance, perfect for fans of Jenny Hale and Heidi Swain.
Praise for Christmas at Conwenna Cove 'Cosy up by the fire with a
mug of steaming hot chocolate and drift off to Conwenna... you
won't regret it. Another superb book from Darcie who seems to keep
getting better and better. All my expectations were surpassed, this
is a bundle of love, hope and Christmas joy...' Ali - The Dragon
Slayer 'I just loved this book, such a festive treat and what a
magical story!!... Will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside -
really did love this one!!' Donna's Book Blog 'I was giggling to
myself in a few short minutes of starting the book... Brill! Once
you get started with this read it may very well get stuck to your
hands. It's a superglue read.' Blooming Fiction 'It was a treat to
return to Conwenna Cove... I want to pack my case and have my own
Conwenna Cove hug... A wonderful, heartfelt, festive read that left
me sighing with contentment.' KraftiReader 'A delightfully romantic
festive read... left me feeling warm and fuzzy with its wonderful
characters, beautiful settings and in depth story lines.' Lozza's
Book Corner 'This is a fantastic festive read I have no hesitation
whatsoever in highly recommending. I've loved other books by this
author in the past but I think this is my favourite title from her
so far!' Splashes into Books 'I don't say this lightly, but this is
the perfect Christmas read.' Reviewerlady: Good 'n' Read-y 'Oh what
a truly wonderful and delightful read.' Goodreads reviewer
'Brilliant! Love love love this! Finished last night, couldn't go
to bed until it was ended! Fabulous writing and a touching story. A
few tears were shed in a good way!' Goodreads reviewer 'If you have
never read a book by Darcie Boleyn you are definitely missing out.
They really are a warm and loveable treat, I can't recommend them
enough! Conwenna Cove is once again the perfect place to heal and
find yourself. There is so much to love about this story with a
beautiful sprinkling of hope, love and family - perfect!' Rae Reads
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