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The perfect heartwarming festive romance by ebook bestseller Tilly Tennant - at Christmas, all you need is love

All singleton Isla wants for Christmas is to be left in peace, but a surprise trip to the Alps means there's a chance for romance in every snowflake that falls... It's the week before Christmas and Isla McCoy has just received an unexpected gift: a letter announcing she is due a life-changing inheritance, but only if she's willing to make amends with the father who abandoned her. She has absolutely no intention of forgiving him, but who could resist an all-expenses-paid trip to the French resort of St Martin-de-Belleville? There she meets smooth-talking Justin and nerdy glaciologist Sebastian; two very different men, with two very different agendas. Torn between her head and her heart, Isla finds herself utterly lost in a winter wonderland of her own feelings. Surrounded by twinkling candles and roaring log-fires, Isla's resolve finally begins to melt. But will she learn how to reconnect, not only with a whole new family, but with herself and her heart? A gorgeously heart-warming festive read to help spark a little romance in those long winter nights. Perfect for fans of Jane Linfoot, Debbie Johnson and Jenny Colgan. What readers are saying about A Cosy Candlelit Christmas 'This book is beyond awesome, loved every page. Isla is a wonderful heroine: strong, fiercely independent, yet loyal and empathic. I loved how her story evolved.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'This is a wonderful festive read. Full of new beginnings, second chances, new friends, new love and forgiveness. This is a lovely book filled with fabulous Christmas cheer that chick lit and romance fans will adore.' Goodreads Reviewer, 4 stars 'I absolutely loved this book, completely fell in love with it... It was a lovely heartfelt read, with lots of Christmas cosy moments thrown in, not to mention lots of snow. I thoroughly enjoyed my trip to the French Alps.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

Ashley Moon is all set for a dream holiday with her daughter in the glittering French Riviera. But nothing can prepare her for the shock of discovering who's staying in the villa next door... Ashley Moon got much more than a suntan on her first ever foreign holiday; one whirlwind romance and nine months later she had a daughter, Molly. Too heartbroken and proud to ever contact the father, Ashley made a decision to go it alone and raise her daughter herself. Fifteen hard and lonely years later, she finally has the chance to take Molly on her first ever holiday; a gorgeous, all-expenses-paid trip to the charming French resort of St. Raphael. It is the perfect setting for a week of quality time together; they plan to cycle through the sun-drenched vineyards, lounge by the glistening pool and practise their French on friendly locals. And just when Ashley thought things couldn't get any better, comes the news of a handsome new occupant in the villa next door. But fate has other plans for Ashley. One look into her neighbour's dark hazel eyes is all it takes to give her the shock of her life. Standing in front of her is Haydon, Molly's long-lost father and the holiday fling she thought she'd never see again. As the temperature on the Cote D'Azure steadily rises and Ashley and Haydon begin to spend more and more time together, will Ashley find the courage to tell him who she is - and more importantly, who Molly is? A wonderfully heart-warming story of first love and second chances for fans of Jenny Oliver and Lucy Diamond. What readers are saying about The Summer Getaway: 'A real joy of a story... it had me on the edge of my seat all the way through.' Fabulous Book Fiend 'Totally hooked from the first page and so heartwarming and romantic - an absolutely brilliant read that you just can't put down.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Full of happiness and fun... you won't want to put this down.' Being Unique Books 'Loved this... perfect for a summer weekend.' Goodreads Reviewer What readers are saying about Tilly Tennant: 'I just want to say how fantastic this book is ... If you've not read any books by this author, why the heck not? Do it now... you won't regret it I just love love loved it.' StefLoz Book Reviews, 5 stars 'I loved every minute of it... I was glued to my Kindle for a few days that's for sure ... really brilliant... will leave you hooked even after a few pages.' The Cosiest Corner, 5 stars 'An absolute pleasure to read ... Had me hooked right through to the last page ... A delightful story full of love, laughter and tears... Highly recommended ' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars 'Wow absolutely wow... truly wonderful... you just fall into and lose yourself right from the very first page. Could not put it down. I loved everything about it.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars

'This book had me in tears A wonderful story of love, Christmas, and reclaiming yourself I love Tilly Tennant's books ' My Life as a Dog Bed Christmas is coming but it doesn't feel that way for Esme Greenwood. Recently jilted by her cheating fianceeWarren, she's had enough of London life and escapes to Thimble Cottage in the Peak District, home of her beloved grandmother Matilda. While Esme mourns for the wedding she'll never have, Matilda puts her granddaughter back together again with comforting words and generous helpings of fruitcake and together, they plan the trip of a lifetime, to Lapland to see the northern lights, somewhere Matilda has always dreamt of going. But tragedy strikes and when Matilda dies, Esme screws up the courage to go on the trip on her own to honour her beloved grandmother's wishes. At the airport she meets a motley crew of characters including Zach, a handsome, brooding, out- of- work actor and together they set off for an adventure of a lifetime. Beneath the indigo skies of Lapland Esme and Zach grow closer. But when Esme is bombarded by messages from Warren promising he's changed and she discovers that Zach is hiding something very significant-will her head be turned? And when a trip to the northern lights reveals the full extent Zach's own secret past is there any hope that Esme will get the happy ending that her grandmother wished for her? Readers are falling in love with The Christmas Wish 'Tilly Tennant has done it again such a fabulous cosy Christmas story. I only meant to read a chapter or two but have ended up finishing it in one sitting--that's the sign of a great book Loved Esme and was really hoping the best for her throughout, plus the scenery and setting of the story is just so festive ' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'I loved this book from the first page, it was so enchanting... had you hooked... The research was done so well and so well-written. Amazing places they went to that you believed you were there in person. It's full of heartbreak, romance, finding out what you really want from life to be happy and it's heartwarming too. Worth far more than five stars and didn't want it to end such a great read... Simply brilliant read, highly recommend it to anyone.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars 'What a lovely cosy Christmas novel I loved everything about it and devoured it in one day straight ' Netgalley Reviewer, 5 stars

On an ordinary, grey day a little bit of magic is about to happen on a street corner near you... Ellie Newton's life revolves around telling other people's stories. As a journalist for the Millrise Echo, she's always a phone call away from the latest goings on in her hometown. But school fundraisers and shopping trolley thefts have started to feel slightly, dare she say it, boring. Until she hears about a story that definitely has something special. Ben was heartbroken when his girlfriend Gemma walked out on him without a word. But rather than mope around the house and eat his body weight in cookie dough ice cream, he's decided to do something about it. This calls for a grand gesture, and a bunch of flowers just isn't going to cut it. Ben has set up camp on the street outside Gemma's house and is determined to stay there until she explains why she left and offers him a chance to fix things.The story has everything Ellie loves - local interest, romance, a rather handsome man - and she decides to do everything she can to help Ben win Gemma back. But as Ellie and Ben joins forces to reunite him with the girl of his dreams, could their story lead them somewhere more unexpected, after all?Previously published as The Man Who Can't Be Moved.A perfectly feel-good romantic read that will move you to laughter and tears. Fans of Josie Silver, Lucy Diamond and Jill Mansell will be totally enchanted by this heart-warming tale. Readers love Worth Waiting For 'This was by far Tilly's best novel yet ... very entertaining... full of heart and imagination... the perfect read for the hopeless romantic.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I've heard many great things about Tilly Tennant's writing and I was so pleased to discover they are all true.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'5/5 stars... moving and heart-warming tale of family, friendship, and following your heart. The perfect read.' Lil Miss Vix Reads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'If you're looking for a wonderfully sweet love story then look no further, this is one of my favourite reads for a while.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Twenty-seven-year-old Phoebe has spent the last year living under dark clouds. This spring she is determined to embrace blue skies and new beginnings. But will she have the strength to open her heart to love for a second time?Heartbroken after losing the man she was about to spend the rest of her life with in a tragic accident, Phoebe is finally ready to let herself heal and embrace a second chance at happiness. She's landed her dream job in the toy shop she's loved since she was a girl and when single dad Jack brings his five-year-old daughter along to story time, it seems the stars have aligned to bring them together. He's funny, handsome and his devotion to his daughter shows Phoebe he has a heart of gold.But just when it seems she has everything she's ever wanted, Phoebe discovers the shop is in deep financial trouble. She'll need every bit of creativity and passion she has to save it.As spring blossoms to summer sunshine, Phoebe works to turn things around, while her feelings for Jack deepen. But after taking the big step of meeting his parents, Phoebe is left questioning everything. They make it clear Phoebe doesn't measure up to Jack's late wife and she can't help but worry that he feels the same. Maybe this wasn't meant to be her second chance after all.Can Phoebe save the place she loves and the future she's been dreaming of?An absolutely heart-warming and uplifting story of second chances. Fans of Holly Martin, Sarah Morgan and Heidi Swain will be enchanted by this feel-good read. Previously published as four novellas and in the collection Mishaps in Millrise.Readers love The Spring of Second Chances 'Loved it... It's kind of like watching your most favourite chick flick and feeling all gooey ' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Fab book... Ideal holiday reading. Engaging characters and great fun. Will read more by this author without doubt.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

She's given up on love. But one little letter might change everything... Single mum Bonnie is a born romantic. But she's been seriously let down by love. Her good-for-nothing husband walked out on her and daughter Paige two years ago, and hasn't been heard from since. Between trying to make ends meet, managing teenage mood swings and the serious lack of eligible bachelors in her small town, Bonnie has all but given up on finding her happily ever after. Although if real-life romance is in short supply, it doesn't mean Bonnie can't indulge in a harmless imaginary one. She's started writing to her totally unattainable dream man, baring her soul before screwing up the pages and tossing them straight in the trash... But when fate intervenes and Bonnie actually meets the man she never thought she could have, events take an interesting turn. Envelopes addressed to her start mysteriously arriving on her doorstep. Although Bonnie never sent him any of the letters she wrote, he has now begun writing to her. Is Bonnie about to discover that dreams really do come true? A fabulously funny and warm romantic comedy that fans of Josie Silver, Holly Martin and Lindsey Kelk will absolutely love Previously published as Hopelessly Devoted to Holden Finn. Praise for The Time of My Life 'I laughed a lot... A fabulous, fun and tremendously addictive read that you will devour as if it were cake. Chocolate cake at that.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Had me giggling constantly from the off... Numerous laugh-out-loud one-liners... The real spotlight will always be on the romance and comedy, and, in that sense as well, this book absolutely delivers ' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Has you hooked from page one with its light-hearted comedy... Tilly really managed to weave magic with this book... I just could not put down and I was desperately sad when I reached the end.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book is just damn right perfect and a great easy read. You are going to laugh so much and will get hooked ever so quickly.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely brilliant read ... Bonnie is a very lovable character and you can't help hoping for a happy ending for her... The story has some unexpected twists, is funny, romantic... You won't be able to put it down.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Hilarious... Captivating, sweet and immensely addictive... I cannot wait to read more of her writing.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Feel the sun on your face on a Somerset terrace overlooking golden fields and wild meadowland, and watch as romance beckons and long-hidden secrets are revealed... When twenty-seven-year-old Posy arrives at picture-perfect Oleander House in the Somerset village of Astercombe, she is enchanted. Adopted when she was just a baby, Posy is excited to re-connect with her birth family and help out on the family cider farm with its old stone walls and bees buzzing in the hedgerows. There's just one tiny problem - her new next-door neighbour, haughty, handsome vineyard-owner Lachlan. Lachlan has taken an instant dislike to Posy, and after a furious argument when she ventures on his land, she's pretty certain there's not a heart of gold beneath his frosty exterior. Yet as she falls in love with the flower-filled hedgerows and apple-green fields of her new life, she discovers more about her grumpy neighbour. Even though he acts like the world is out to get him, she can't ignore the sad expression in his dark eyes. And when Posy discovers the heartbreaking secret that is tearing Lachlan apart, she understands why he has shut the door on the world and vows to help him, as well as the vineyard, which has fallen on hard times. Yet just as Lachlan lets Posy in, a terrible night threatens to destroy everything she has begun to care about and puts someone she loves at risk. Will her dream life in the country come at an awful price? If you love Nicola May, Debbie Macomber and Milly Johnson, then you will adore A Cider Apple Summer. An enchanting summer romance about new beginnings, second chances and trusting your heart. What everyone's saying about A Cider Apple Summer: 'Yet another fantastic book from Tilly... real hug of a book that I desperately needed to cheer me up on these cold winter days' Fiction Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Tilly Tennant's books always warm my heart.One not to be missed. A lovely heart-warming book to curl up with. It hooked me in and I couldn't put it down.' StefLoz Bookblog, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A perfect summer read... What more could you want? Only problem with this read? The story and the evocative description had me buying apples and wine in the supermarket and dreaming of that perfect Somerset summer.' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A really lovely story... Loved it ' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A gorgeous, romantic book, that will whisk you away to sunnier happier times. Make you forget what we are living through at the moment and pop a smile on your face as you sink into a lovely romance.' Goodreads Reviewer

Falling snow, sparkling champagne and an ex that Libby would rather forget... Everything was in place for Libby's own wedding day - the ancient church with roses around the door, the frothy white wedding dress of her dreams... That is until her Mr Right, Rufus, turned out to be Mr Wrong and dumped her out of the blue. For her cousin. Six months later, Libby is the chief bridesmaid for her best friend Willow in a Christmas Eve wedding at stately home Lovage Hall. Despite having to wear an enormous fuchsia dress, Libby knows she has to look her best, as the wedding is the first time she will see Rufus again... As the guests sip champagne at the beautiful reception, and Libby does her best to avoid her ex, the snow outside falls faster and faster, making it impossible for the guests to leave. Snowed in at Lovage Hall, Libby is charmed by American Noah with his dark cropped hair and dimpled cheeks, and the two of them share their dreams and a very passionate kiss. But when the morning comes, and the snow melts, a shocking revelation about Noah comes to light and Rufus reveals a devastating secret. Can Libby trust her heart to make the right decision for her own happy ending? A gorgeous, romantic heart-warming read with characters that will find their way into your heart and stay there. Perfect for fans of Jill Mansell, Shari Low and Jenny Colgan. What everyone's saying about My Best Friend's Wedding: 'I was hooked... I laughed, I cried, I raged and I smiled like a Cheshire cat. Brilliant book highly recommended.' Reading for the Soul, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'WOW What a rollercoaster ride this book was ... Totally gripped from the beginning... Grab yourself a copy of this book I absolutely loved this What a fantastic plot, beautifully written...This book will make you lol and shed a tear. Fantastic ' Avid Reader 'A sumptuous five-star read. ... Christmas wishes do come true, and the snow in this story, will flutter into your heart.' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Hooked me from the beginning and i couldn't stop reading' Linda Strong Book Reviews 'This is Tilly Tennant at her best . A lovely love story told over a short time. ... A great read.' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This was my first book from Tilly Tennant and I really enjoyed it... I'm definitely buying more books from Tilly in the future' Netgalley reviewer 'This was a lovely gentle read with a lot of festive spirit I became nicely invested in the story and the characters were enjoyable - I love a wedding so the setting was perfect.' A Bookish Nap

Welcome to the caf on Marigold Marina, where the smell of freshly baked cakes fills the air, the boats bob merrily in the mellow evening sun and an unexpected meeting means the chance to love again... When Rosie inherits the caf on Marigold Marina after her husband's tragic death, she is determined to pour her heart into his dream. Nine months later, as she serves coffee and cakes to customers, she is all smiles and laughter. But when the sunshine-yellow doors of the caf are closed, she allows her heart to break all over again. Rosie doesn't have much room in her life for anything but the caf . But when Kit, the mysterious owner of a bookshop barge, starts to come by regularly for lunch, she finds it difficult to ignore his dark eyes, dishevelled curls and the fact that he's hiding his own sorrows. Rosie finds it easy to talk to Kit and as they swim together in the sparkling marina waters she hopes she can help Kit the way he has helped her. But just as she is letting herself open her heart, she discovers the shocking secret that the husband she loved for so many years kept hidden from her. And then Kit disappears without a word, his beloved book shop barge abandoned, just when she needs him the most. Devastated, Rosie decides to close her caf for good and leave the marina. But will moving away allow her to move on? Or can she only find true happiness if she learns to trust again? An absolutely gorgeous and heartwarming read about what can happen when you leave your comfort zone and listen to your heart. Fans of Shari Low, Heidi Swain and Nicola May will fall in love with The Cafe at Marigold Marina. What everyone is saying about The Caf at Marigold Marina: 'I was completely hooked by the end of the first page and had it finished in a few hours It is such a fabulous read that will pull on your heart strings and lighten your heart all in one go Love, loved, LOVED it Would definitely recommend ' Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This has to be one of my favourite books by Tilly Tennant. It really got under my skin and into my heart... A fabulous story of friendship, family and secrets with a great cast of characters... A real heart-warmer this one, it got me so emotional too... I LOVED it ' StefLoz Book Blog, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A brilliant rollercoaster of a ride... I read this book in one sitting in less than a day and loved every minute of it. A can't-put-down book ... I read late into to the night because I just had to know what the ending was going to be.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a beautifully written story... This is a 'can't go to sleep because I want to know what happens next' book and even after the last page I'm still thinking about Rosie.' Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐