Springtime at Cherry Tree Cottage ( Talyton St George) By Cathy Woodman

Springtime at Cherry Tree Cottage ( Talyton St George) By Cathy Woodman

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This title will be released on March 24, 2016.

After years of training, horse-mad Flick has finally achieved her dream of becoming one of the few female blacksmiths in the country.

Her first job is in Talyton St George. The little cottage on the green where she is staying is idyllic, and it feels like the fresh start she needs. But she soon finds she is having to work overtime to prove her abilities to the not-so-welcoming locals.

One person very much on her side though is Robbie Salterton. He’s a bit of a local celebrity – a handsome stunt rider who does charity work in his spare time – and he seems to be going out of his way to look out for Flick. But is he just being friendly or does he see Flick as something more?

Despite swearing off men, Flick can’t help wanting to find out . . .

My Thoughts:

I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy of this book from Cathy. I am a big fan of Cathy’s book I have all of her books on my bookshelf. Reading one of Cathy’s books feels like someone giving you a great big warm hug. What is not to love about a story involving horses, a hot guy and a love story. I really liked reading about Flick the main characters job as a farrier as it was interesting to learn all about horses shoes. I really liked this story alot and I wonder if there will be a sequel to it. I think everyone should read this book whether you like horses or not. It is just brilliant, so brilliant I managed to read it in two days.

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The Farm at the Edge of the World By Sarah Vaughan

The Farm at the Edge of the World By Sarah Vaughan

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This title will be released on June 30, 2016.

1939, and Will and Alice are evacuated to a granite farm in north Cornwall, perched on a windswept cliff. There they meet the farmer’s daughter, Maggie, and against fields of shimmering barley and a sky that stretches forever, enjoy a childhood largely protected from the ravages of war.

But in the sweltering summer of 1943 something happens that will have tragic consequences. A small lie escalates. Over 70 years on Alice is determined to atone for her behaviour – but has she left it too late?

2014, and Maggie’s granddaughter Lucy flees to the childhood home she couldn’t wait to leave thirteen years earlier, marriage over; career apparently ended thanks to one terrible mistake. Can she rebuild herself and the family farm? And can she help her grandmother, plagued by a secret, to find some lasting peace?

My Thoughts:

I feel very grateful to Sarah for sending me an advanced copy of her new book. After reading Sarah’s previous book the art of baking blind, I couldn’t wait to see what was in store for her next book. I couldn’t wait to get stuck in and I literally enjoyed every single minute that I was reading this book. I loved the story and the fact that it is set on a farm well that is my ideal setting. I am a big fan of animals and I use to work on a farm so the story brought back all my memories which was nice. The story goes from past to present which sometimes can become confusing but I didn’t find it at all. I enjoyed reading about 1943 and the way certain things were. An emotional story but you will be able to see light at the end of the tunnel. This is a book you do not want to miss out on reading.

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The Swimming Pool By Louise Candlish

The Swimming Pool By Louise Candlish

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This title will be released on May 5, 2016.

In the heady swelter of a London summer, the Elm Hill lido opens.

For teacher Natalie Steele, the school holiday typically means weeks of carefully planned activities with her husband Ed and their daughter Molly. But not this year.

Despite Molly’s extreme phobia of the water, Natalie is drawn to the lido and its dazzling social scene, led by the glamorous Lara Channing. Soon Natalie is spending long, intoxicating days with Lara at the pool – and intimate evenings at her home. Natalie’s real life begins to feel very far away.

But is the new friendship everything it seems? Why is Natalie haunted by memories from another summer years ago? And, without realising, has she been swept dangerously out of her depth?

My Thoughts:

I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy of this book from lovereading so want to say thank you for them for sending me a copy. I have always loved Louise Candlish books, this one didn’t disappoint either. The first book I got to review was by Louise Candlish and I have not looked back since. Louise has a brilliant way that just draws you into her characters worlds, her writing is exceptional. There are twists and turns that will leave you thinking oh my god did that just happen, you think you may know what is going to happen but trust me you don’t. An outstanding book you will want to get your hands on.

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Impossible Depths: Book two in the Silver Lake series: Volume 2 By Coral McCallum

Impossible Depths: Book two in the Silver Lake series: Volume 2 By Coral McCallum

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After a successful tour, Jake, Lori and the rest of Silver Lake are busy making plans for the future – new arrivals, new business ventures, new music and a new tour. An unexpected turn of events throws these plans into turmoil.

Life for Silver Lake will never be the same again. Can Jake and Lori maintain their relationship, gruelling schedules and overcome tragic losses? Sometimes you have to hit rock bottom to find how strong you truly are.

Friendship, love, family and music dominate this contemporary romance as the Silver Lake family rise from seemingly Impossible Depths. Impossible Depths is Book Two of the Silver Lake series.

My Thoughts:

I was lucky enough to get a advanced copy of this book. After reading book one which is called Stronger Within I was looking forward to getting stuck into this one. The characters are all brilliant and I felt myself getting emotionally involved with them. There is lots going on in this book, but you definitely wont be disappointed. Congratulations to Coral for making this such a fantastic read, well done, I look forward to reading book 3.

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Sleepless in Manhattan by Sarah Morgan

Sleepless in Manhattan by Sarah Morgan

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What if the person who broke your heart, is the only one who can help you find your future?

Great friends. Amazing Apartment. An incredible job. Paige has ticked off every box on perfect New York life checklist. Until disaster strikes and instead of shimming further up the career ladder, Paige is packing up her desk.

Her brother’s best friend Jake might be the only person who can help her put her life back together. He also happens to be the boy she spent her teen years pining after, and Paige is determined not repeat her past mistakes. But the more time she spends with Jake, the more Paige realises the one thing that was missing from her world all along: The perfect New York love story…

My Thoughts:

I received this book in exchange for an honest review. I love books by Sarah Morgan they always seem to bring a smile to my face. I loved all the characters in this book, I liked Paige as she had a fall but managed to pick herself up again and I think that was the right thing for her to do. She has some brilliant friends who remind me of my friends as in would do whatever they could for you. I also really liked Jake, I mean who wouldn’t, lucky Paige is what I say. Even though I could predict the ending, I still thoroughly enjoyed this book. It may make you a little hot under the collar so be careful where you are reading it. I loved it and look forward to Sarah’s next book.

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The Little Shop of Happy Ever After By Jenny Colgan

The Little Shop of Happy Ever After By Jenny Colgan

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Given a back-room computer job when the beloved Birmingham library she works in turns into a downsized retail complex, Nina misses her old role terribly – dealing with people, greeting her regulars, making sure everyone gets the right books for their needs.

Then a new business nobody else wants catches her eye: owning a tiny little bookshop bus up in the Scottish highlands. No computers. Shortages. Out all hours in the freezing cold; driving with a tiny stock of books… not to mention how the little community is going to take to her, particularly when she stalls the bus on a level crossing…

My Thoughts:

I bought this book as I am a big fan of Jenny Colgan and I also wanted to add it to my collection. I did find it hard to get into the story but once I did I loved it. The way Jenny writes is brilliant, she adds so much description and depth that you almost feel as though you are there amongst these fantastic characters. I loved Nina the main character, she seems to be able to pick a book for someone and know that they will like it. Lovely little story, I look forward to her next book.

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The Woman Who Upped And Left By Fiona Gibson

The Woman Who Upped And Left By Fiona Gibson

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Forget about having it all. Sometimes you just want to leave it all behind.

Audrey is often seized by the urge to walk out of her house without looking back – but she can’t possibly do that.

She is a single parent. She is needed. She has a job, a home, responsibilities…and a slothful teenage son’s pants to pick up.

But no one likes being taken for granted – Audrey least of all – so the time has come for drastic action. And no one’s going to stand in her way…

My Thoughts:

I was given this book for an honest review. I really enjoy books by Fiona Gibson as they always manage to put a smile on my face. This one was really good, I particularly enjoyed the recipes at the back of the book, as I was asked to make one of the dishes and put pictures up on my blog which I have done in my previous post. There are some very funny laugh out loud moments so be careful where you are reading this book as I was getting strange looks. If you want a nice light easy read this is the book for you.

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Fiona Gibson’s new book recipe

Fiona Gibson’s new book recipe

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Hey Everyone,

I am so excited about the upcoming release of Fiona Gibson’s new book called The Woman Who Upped And Left which is released in paperback on the 25th February.

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At the back of this book there are some recipes and I was asked by Fiona’s publishers if I would like to be sent a recipe and then make it but also take pictures along the way.

I was chosen to make Leeks Vinaigrette, now I halved the recipe as I can’t unfortunately eat leeks so I made it for my fiancée.

Here is the recipe:

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  1. Trim both ends of the leek, leaving the white parts.

 

 

 

2.Chop each leek into three of 4 pieces, drop into a pan of boiling water with the bouquet garni. Simmer for 20 minutes until tender. Remove leeks with a slotted spoon and set aside.

 

 

 

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3. Using the same water, drop in the tomatoes for a few seconds, then lift out, allowing the tomatoes to cool for a few minutes, then you should be able to strip off their skins quite easily. ( I found this part quite satisfying). Keep pan of water bubbling away until it has reduced by a third. DSCF3385.JPG

 

 

4. Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and combine with the chopped spring onion and chives. As you can see my chopping skills are not the best, But I tried.

 

 

 

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5. To make the vinaigrette, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar and mustard with 3 tablespoons of the reduced leek stock from the pan. You need to mix it till it forms a smooth emulsion, season with salt and pepper.

 

 

 

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6. Add in the tomato , chives and spring onion mixture and mix them all together. I know it doesn’t look very appetising but it does smell great.

 

 

 

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7. Place leeks in a shallow dish. ( I used a rather large one which was a bit of a mistake) Dress with the tomato vinaigrette and sprinkle black pepper on top.

 

 

 

I found this recipe fairly easy to make, the recipe was quite straight forward, I would make it again but I would chop up some of the ingredients smaller and I would use a smaller dish. My fiancée loved it.  He has asked me to make some of the other recipes from the back of the book, so looking forward to that.

My review of this book will appear very soon. So keep your eyes peeled for it.

The Secrets Of Happiness By Lucy Diamond

The Secrets Of Happiness By Lucy Diamond

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The best things in life . . . can be just around the corner

Rachel and Becca aren’t real sisters, or so they say. They are stepsisters, living far apart, with little in common. Rachel is the successful one: happily married with three children and a big house, plus an impressive career. Artistic Becca, meanwhile, lurches from one dead-end job to another, shares a titchy flat, and has given up on love.

The two of them have lost touch, but when Rachel doesn’t come home one night, Becca is called in to help.
Once there, she quickly realizes that her stepsister’s life is not so perfect after all: Rachel’s handsome husband
has moved out, her children are rebelling, and her glamorous career has taken a nosedive. Worst of all,
nobody seems to have a clue where she might be.

As Becca begins to untangle Rachel’s secrets, she is forced to confront some uncomfortable truths about
her own life, and the future seems uncertain.

But sometimes happiness can be found in the most unexpected places . .

My Thoughts:

I decided to treat myself to this book as I am a big fan of Lucy Diamond’s books and I wanted to add it to my collection of her books. Being hardback it is quite a heavy book but that did not stop me, I managed to read it three days. I love the way Lucy writes, there are personal issues in the book but Lucy has dealt with them very sensitively. Any Lucy Diamond book always puts a smile on my face and this one did too. All the characters are fantastic, I loved reading about the children especially Luke as he seems like a cheeky one. If you want a feel good book this year, I would recommend this one.

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You And Me, Always By Jill Mansell

You And Me, Always By Jill Mansell

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On the morning of Lily’s twenty-fifth birthday, it’s time to open the very last letter written to her by her beloved mother, who died when she was eight.

Learning more about the first and only real love of her mum’s life is a revelation. On the same day, Lily also meets Eddie Tessler, a man fleeing fame who just might have the ability to change her world in unimaginable ways. But her childhood friend Dan has his own reasons for not wanting Lily to get too carried away by Eddie’s attentions.

Before long, secrets begin to emerge and Lily’s friends and family become involved. In the beautiful Cotswold village of Stanton Langley, nothing will ever be the same again…

My Thoughts:

I was lucky enough to be given this book by Jill Mansell’s publishers. I am very grateful that she sent it to me as I love Jill’s books so much. This one was brilliant, I literally couldn’t fault it. I loved the story, it made me feel as though I was actually there, I loved all the characters I mean I felt as though they were my friends.Such a beautiful story, Jill Mansell’s books just keep getting better and better.

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