From spring to summer, autumn to winter, a lot can happen in a single year. Tilly Parker needs a fresh start, fresh air, and a fresh attitude if she is ever to leave the past behind and move on with her life. As she seeks out peace and quiet in a new town, taking on a plot at Ivy Lane allotments seems like the perfect solution. But the friendly Ivy Lane community has other ideas and gradually draw Tilly in to their cosy, comforting world of planting seedlings, organizing bake sales, and planning seasonal parties. As the seasons pass, will Tilly learn to stop hiding amongst the sweet peas and let people back into her life—and her heart? A charming and romantic story certain to make you smile—perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Trisha Ashley, and Katie Fforde.

Ivy Lane

Literature & Fiction

BRAMLEY,CATHY

Contemporary

Transworld Publishers

White Lies and Wishes

Literary

Corgi

The Lemon Tree Cafe was originally published as a four-part serial. This is the complete story in one package. When Rosie Featherstone finds herself unexpectedly jobless, the offer to help her beloved Italian grandmother out at the Lemon Tree Cafe – a little slice of Italy nestled in the rolling hills of Derbyshire – feels like the perfect way to keep busy. Surrounded by the rich scent of espresso, delicious biscotti and juicy village gossip, Rosie soon finds herself falling for her new way of life. But she is haunted by a terrible secret, one that even the appearance of a handsome new face can't quite help her move on from. Then disaster looms and the cafe’s fortunes are threatened . . . and Rosie discovers that her nonna has been hiding a dark past of her own. With surprises, betrayal and more than one secret brewing, can she find a way to save the Lemon Tree Cafe and help both herself and Nonna achieve the happy endings they deserve? Your favourite authors have loved reading bestseller Cathy Bramley: 'Delightful!' Katie Fforde 'Full of joy and fun' Milly Johnson 'Delightfully warm with plenty of twists and turns' Trisha Ashley

The Lemon Tree Café

Hettys Farmhouse Bakery

Romance

Romantic Comedy

corgi uk

The perfect cosy Christmas novel to curl up with this winter, from Sunday Times&nbsp;bestseller Cathy Bramley. 'Charming, cosy, candlelit romance all wrapped up in a gorgeous setting' Veronica Henry 'The perfect Christmas treat!' Sarah Morgan 'Stuffed with Cathy's sparkling wit and warmth - I devoured it whole' Milly Johnson 'A wonderful warm hug of a book, brim full of festive comfort and joy!' Alex Brown 'Treat yourself to this gift of a book - if Merry and Cole's story doesn't get you into the Christmas spirit, nothing will!' Holly Hepburn 'A real Christmas cracker of a book. Romantic and uplifting - the perfect early Christmas present for yourself!' Sophie Cousens 'Merry, bright and sparkly - we were enchanted by this feel-good romance' People's Friend * * * *&nbsp; Christmas has always meant something special to Merry - even without a family of her own. This year, her heart might be broken but her new candle business is booming. The last thing she needs is another project - but when her hometown's annual event needs some fresh festive inspiration, Merry can't resist. Cole loves a project too - though it's usually of the bricks and mortar variety. As a single dad, his Christmas wish is to see his kids again, so getting the new house finished for when they're all together is the perfect distraction.&nbsp; But this Christmas, magic is in the air for these two strangers. Will it bring them all the joy they planned for . . . and take their hearts by surprise too?&nbsp; After all, anything can happen at Christmas. . . * * * *&nbsp; Praise for Cathy Bramley from some of your other favourite authors: 'The perfect read to escape with over the festive season if you want your heart warmed and a smile on your face.' Veronica Henry 'Filled with warmth and laughter' Carole Matthews 'Delightful!' Katie Fforde 'A page-turner of a story' Milly Johnson 'Delightfully warm with plenty of twists and turns' Trisha Ashley 'A gorgeously romantic comfort read' Rachael Lucas 'Magical, heart-felt and uplifting, this book will bring joy to all who reads it.' Carmel Harrington 'The perfect romantic tale, to warm your heart and make you smile' Ali McNamara 'A wonderful warm hug of a book, brim full of festive comfort and joy!' Alex Brown &nbsp;

The Merry Christmas Project

Parenting & Relationships

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'Heartwarming and uplifting - a gorgeous festive treat.' Sarah Morgan, author of SNOWED IN FOR CHRISTMAS\n'No-one does friendship better than Cathy' Karen Swan, author of THE CHRISTMAS POSTCARDS\nIn a picturesque town in Derbyshire, Merry has always wanted a family to spend Christmas with, and this year her dream comes true as she says 'I do' to father-of-two Cole. But as she juggles worries about her business, last-minute wedding planning and the two new children in her life, Merry is stretched to breaking point.\nMeanwhile, only a few miles away, Emily is desperately waiting for the New Year to begin. Her father Ray's dementia is worsening, and she's struggling to care for him alone while holding down a job. When Ray moves into a residential home, she discovers a photograph in his belongings that has the potential to change everything .\nAs shocking secrets from Ray's past finally come to light, will this Christmas make or break Emily and Merry?\nPraise for MERRILY EVER AFTER 
'The perfect comfort read to warm your heart as the nights draw in and the festive season approaches' PHILLIPA ASHLEY\n'Brimming with seasonal secrets and festive feelgood - is Christmas even Christmas without Cathy Bramley?' HOLLY HEPBURN

Merrily Ever After

Genre Fiction

'This was pure joy to read and left me feeling warm inside!!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n'This book pulled at my heart strings and broke me in places and then slowly pieced me back together again' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n'Oh my!!!!!! Cathy Bramley has done it again, a fantastic read and I could not stop reading it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\n'This book - I absolutely adored it!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\nThree generations of women, and the summer that saved them.\nThe holidays are here, and in Salcombe, Liz longs for the arrival of her god-daughters, Skye and Clare and Clare's daughter baby Ivy. After years on her own, she needs help to save the catering business she built with Clare's late mother, Jen.\nHowever, half-sisters Skye and Clare couldn't be more different, struggling with family secrets and hidden jealousies. As the women navigate this unexpected summer together, truths are revealed and their relationships are put to the test.\nThe Sunrise Sisterhood is a summery slice of joyful escapism as well as an emotional drama about three women healed by the sparkling waves of Salcombe and the power of the sisterhood.\n***\n'A heartwarming story of sisterhood and second chances' Lucy Diamond\n'Total escapism full of joy, hope and heart' Kim Nash\n'Comforting, funny, warm and wise. No-one does complicated family and friendships like Cathy'Veronica Henry\n'Beautifully written and richly layered with characters that feel like firm friends, it's full of Cathy's wonderful warmth, wisdom and wit' Alex Brown\n'A wonderful story of family, sisterhood and finding yourself' Emily Stone\n'Absolutely loved this summer swoonsome read from Cathy Bramley'Holly Hepburn\n'Full of sun, humour and heart, it is Bramley's best book yet' Katie Marsh\n'A gloriously pitched mix of single parenting, unexpected love affairs, a possible drinking problem and beachside yoga work together to create a summer read that is all about escapism with a capital E!' Stylist\n'Joyfully humorous, wise and heartfelt' Heat BOOK OF THE WEEK\n'A slice of pure escapism' Pick Me Up!\n'A warm read about friendship' Fabulous Magazine\n'A wonderfully told story of complicated relationships, Cathy Bramley's heart-warming and uplifting novel is rich, funny warm and wise' Sunday Express\n'This joyful novel explores grief, family dynamics and friendship' The Sun

The Sunrise Sisterhood (-)

<h2>A feel-good story about friendship, family and finding your perfect fit...</h2> 'A book full of warmth and kindness. I loved it' Sarah Morgan 'A gorgeously romantic comfort read' Rachael Lucas 'Warmth, love, family dynamics and sparky drama' Sue Moorcroft 'A warm hug of a book' Phillipa Ashley ----------- Gina Moss is single and proud. She's focused on her thriving childminding business, which she runs from her cottage at the edge of The Evergreens: a charming Victorian home to three elderly residents who adore playing with the kids Gina minds. To Gina, they all feel like family. Then a run-in (literally) with a tall, handsome American stranger gives her the tummy-flutters... Before a tragedy puts her older friends at risk of eviction - and Gina in charge of the battle to save them. The house sale brings her closer to Dexter, one of the owners - and the stranger who set her heart alight. As the sparks fly between them, Gina carries on fighting for her friends, her home and her business. But can she fight for her chance at love - and win it all, too? A Patchwork Family was originally published as a four-part serial. This is the complete story in one package. ----------- Praise for Cathy Bramley from some of your other favourite authors: 'Delightful!' Katie Fforde 'A page-turner of a story' Milly Johnson 'Delightfully warm with plenty of twists and turns' Trisha Ashley 'The perfect romantic tale, to warm your heart and make you smile' Ali McNamara ----------- Readers love to curl up with Cathy's heartwarming stories too! 'I've laughed, cried and smiled along with Gina and her friends' 'I just couldn't put it down!' 'Just perfect!' 'I absolutely loved it' 'A book that is easy to read and easy to get lost in'

A Patchwork Family

It started with a wishlist... Now can she make it happen? 'A story bursting at the seams with sunshine' Milly Johnson 'Filled with warmth and laughter' Carole Matthews 'A delightfully uplifting, inspiring read. You might just want to change your life too' Fiona Gibson ------------ 'I think flowers are sunshine for the soul.' Flowers have always made Fearne smile. She treasures the memories of her beloved grandmother's floristry and helping her to arrange beautiful blooms that brought such joy to their recipients. But ever since a family tragedy a year ago, Fearne has been searching for her own contentment. When a chance discovery inspires her to start a happiness wishlist, it seems that Fearne might just have found her answer... Sometimes the scariest path can be the most rewarding. So is Fearne ready to take the risk and step into the unknown? And what kind of happiness might she find if she does? Fall in love with this romantic, feel-good story from bestseller Cathy Bramley about one woman's search for happiness! My Kind of Happy was originally published as a four-part serial. This is the complete story in one package. ------------ Readers are LOVING My Kind of Happy! 'Inspiring and uplifting' 5* 'Cathy just gets better and better' 5* 'Like a dose of sunshine on a dismal day...' 5* 'A feel-good story!' 5* 'Draws you in from the beginning...' 5* 'I laughed and cried my eyes out!' 5* ------------ Your other favourite authors love to curl up with Cathy Bramley too: 'Delightful!' Katie Fforde 'A page-turner of a story' Milly Johnson 'Delightfully warm with plenty of twists and turns' Trisha Ashley 'The perfect romantic tale, to warm your heart and make you smile' Ali McNamara

My Kind of Happy

Review\nPraise for Cathy Bramley from some of your other favourite authors:\nA story bursting at the seams with sunshine―Milly Johnson\nFilled with warmth and laughter―Carole Matthews\nFull of joy and hope after heartbreak...a delightfully uplifting, inspiring read―Fiona Gisbon\nA ray of sunshine - a joyful book full of light and hope―Phillipa Ashley\nA heart-warming and joyous story of second chances that will melt your heart―Fiona Lucas\nA book full of warmth and kindness. I loved it―Sarah Morgan\nA gorgeously romantic comfort read―Rachael Lucas\nDelightful―Katie Fforde\nDelightfully warm with plenty of twists and turns―Trisha Ashley\nThe Summer That Changed Us simply swept me away... A gorgeous read with vibrant, realistic women, sensitively faced issues and heroes you'll want for yourself - Pernille Hughes\nThe new feel good read about three women searching for friendship in a sparkling seaside town, from your favourite storyteller Cathy Bramley\n'An emotional tale of friendship. This is Cathy at her very best' Sarah Morgan\n'A wonderful story about how friendship gets you through hard times' Katie Fforde\nThe sparkling seaside village of Merle Bay, with its beautiful beach scattered with sea glass, is a place where anyone can have a fresh start.\nFor Katie, it is the perfect hideout after a childhood trauma left her feeling exposed. For Robyn, the fresh sea air is helping to heal her scars, but maybe not her marriage. For Grace, a new start could help her move on from a heartbreaking loss. When they meet on Sea Glass Beach one day, they form an instant bond and soon they're sharing prosecco, laughter - and even their biggest secrets...\nTogether, the women feel stronger than ever before. So can their friendship help them face old fears and find happy endings - as well as new beginnings?\n'A real treat. No-one does friendship better than Cathy' Karen Swan\n'A sure fire hit - I loved it!' Sophie Cousens\n'Cathy's books never fail to make my heart sing and this was my favourite yet! Witty, inspiring and full of joy, I absolutely loved it' Sarah Turner\n'I loved this brilliantly witty and wise novel, which so wonderfully celebrates the enduring power of female friendship' Isabelle Broom\n'Wise and warm, a compelling story of female friendships' Alex Brown\n'Empowering, tender and funny' Cressida McLaughlin\n'A heartwarming and emotional story about finding hope and friendship when life doesn't go as expected. Comfort reading at its best' Fiona Lucas\n'Warm, witty and hopeful, if any book's going to uplift us right now, it's this one'Woman's Weekly\n'Uplifting, inspiring and full of hope, this is Cathy Bramley at her finest' My Weekly

The Summer That Changed Us

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