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The first novel in a delightful new series from bestselling author gervase phinn newly qualified teacher tom dwyer has been given his first post in risingdale, a sleepy little village at the very top of the yorkshire dales. unsure if he’ll ever fit into this close-knit community, tom joins a motley staff at the village school. with pupils who know more about sheep than they do arithmetic, tom has his work cut out for him. add to that an altercation with the beautiful but stand-offish miss janette fairborn and an argument with the local squire’s son, and tom’s first term proves a baptism of fire. but tom soon finds himself growing fond of risingdale, and with a class of lively and demanding pupils, an end-of-term show to put on, and a jewellery thief at large, he will find himself at the centre of drama, secrets revealed, and plenty of love, laughter and new friendships. full of colourful characters, and laugh-out-loud moments, the school at the top of the dale is a warm and humorous portrayal of life in a small yorkshire village.

A heartwarming novel to fall in love with the day heather, niamh and lauren met, they promised to be best friends for life, and that instant connection only grew stronger with their weekly sunrise swims in their stunning local lake. when they left school, they agreed that, no matter where life took them, every year on midsummer’s dawn, they would meet at their old spot and swim together. now, fifteen years later, the tradition has disappeared in the face of life’s realities. in fact, they don’t speak any more – not since that night . . . but this summer, they find themselves back in their irish hometown and realise this could be their last chance to recapture what they have lost. will their return to sunrise swimming heal each of them, and help them rekindle the friendships they once treasured? readers are loving rosie hannigan: ‘this book is about second chances, forgiveness and friends that become family. it’s beautifully written, it made me smile and cry, and i definitely want more from this author.’ netgalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘a beautiful, poignant read … filled with loss love and laughter. with the help of friends and a shared love of gardening everything seems better. this was my first book by this author and i will look out for more of their books.’ netgalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘what a truly stunning read this book is – it certainly didn’t disappoint. heart-warming and beautifully written.’ netgalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘frankie and ruby are empathetic, strong characters, and the irish coastal setting is beautiful. the garden descriptions made me long to sit outside.’ netgalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘an emotional story, full of heart.’ netgalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

You can’t choose your family… stella thought she knew how her life would turn out. a stellar career, the perfect husband (not like her own good-for-nothing dad), two gorgeous children, a dog to take on muddy countryside walks. but here she is: forty, single, living with her mum and grandmother, and trying to choose the ideal sperm donor out of a catalogue. bonnie might be an expert in genetics, but she knows there are some things you shouldn’t hand down to your children – like the secret of what really happened in her marriage forty years ago. florence has raised two generations of wonderful women in this house – but her life, and the story of her blissful marriage, are more complicated than she’s ever admitted. when all three women start writing down their stories for stella’s unborn child, the secrets and memories woven into the house begin to resurface. you can’t choose your family – but maybe you can choose what you make of it… full of warmth, wisdom and laugh-out-loud humour, you get that from me is a story about love, mothers and daughters, and the unexpected paths that life can take us down

Solve the house’s puzzle. claim the bellingham inheritance . . . uncover the truth behind the mysterious legacy of halesham hall in this page-turning dual-time novel from the author the secrets of hawthorn place, perfect for fans of lucinda riley and kate morton. acclaim for jenni keer: ‘gorgeous! exuberant writing, convincing, adorable characters’ tracy rees ‘exquisitely detailed and enchanting’ heidi swain ‘absolutely wonderful . . . kept me spellbound’ christina courtenay ……………………………………………………….. a love that seems lost, may still yet be found, for real love always endures. 1890. one summer evening changes everything for sidney and leonard bellingham when their beloved mother disappears from the family home, halesham hall. left with their bitter father, they are taught to trust no one but themselves, with brother pitted against brother to see who is worthy of inheriting the bellingham board games company. but the series of twisted games they are forced to play will have far reaching consequences. 1920. phoebe bellingham arrives at halesham hall determined to solve the puzzles that will allow her to claim back the bellingham inheritance. but this legacy involves more than one secret, and soon phoebe realises that the stakes are higher than she ever could have imagined. ……………………………………………………….. more warm acclaim for jenni keer’s dual-timeline novels: ‘an intriguing dual timeline tale that weaves together interesting characters and history’ bella osborne ‘an epic love story, mixed with gorgeous settings, a great deal of mystery and intrigue’ kim nash ‘unforgettable and unique’ clare marchant ‘a marvellous dual-time novel filled with mystery, fabulous detail and an enduring love story’ maddie please ‘a wonderful, page-turning story full of intrigue and romance’ victoria connelly ‘a beautifully written timeslip . . . highly recommended. five stars’ erin green don’t miss the secrets of hawthorn place, out now! readers give it 5 stars! ‘this is definitely up there as one of the best books that i have read. it’s got a special place in my heart. just amazing!’