We are back in Ticklemore to meet another member of the community. I am delighted to be taking part in the celebrations for Liz Davies' The Ticklemore Treasure Trove.
Nell Chapman has always assumed that one (or the other) of
her twin sons would help run her antique shop once they finished university.
The boys, however, have other plans, when they announce they're going
backpacking for a year, leaving Nell feeling bereft and lonely.
Not only that, but with their father (her lying, cheating
ex-husband) back on the scene and demanding half of the business, there might
not be anything left for her boys to help manage when they return.
However, she hasn’t counted on the unexpected support of
local landscape artist, Silas Long. And neither has she considered the
possibility she might fall in love again – especially since Silas is so distant
and moody, and has his own cross to bear.
Should Nell take a chance and risk her heart, or should she
leave well alone? And why has Silas
painted her portrait if he doesn’t feel anything for her?
A perfect romantic read for fans of Heidi Swain and Sarah
Morgan
My Thoughts
This third visit to Ticklemore was just as enjoyable as the first two. Centring on Nell, the owner of The Ticklemore Treasure Trove, we first meet here when her life is about to change (and not according to her wishes). Her whole focus has been on bringing up her two sons, following her divorce and building up an antique business. However, she is about to be presented with an empty nest and a nasty shock concerning her shop. I found Nell to be a likeable and sympathetic character, who in many ways, wears her heart on her sleeve.
Silas is a man with a past which he has firmly kept locked away out of sight. Damaged by events, he is struggling to move forward and build a personal life. He has buried himself in his work as an artist. I enjoyed Silas and Nell's conversations which usually turned out to be full of double meanings and which reflected their growing friendship. Hattie reappears with more well- meaning 'help' and the villagers of Ticklemore watch on with interest. Nothing that happened in the book particularly surprised me but that didn't matter. There were plenty of side plots, such as Hattie's efforts at plugging her apprentice scheme to introduce new characters to add to the Ticklemore cast.
In short: An enjoyable trip back to Ticklemore.
About the Author
Liz Davies writes feel-good, light-hearted stories with a
hefty dose of romance, a smattering of humour, and a great deal of love.
She’s married to her best friend, has one grown-up daughter,
and when she isn’t scribbling away in the notepad she carries with her
everywhere (just in case inspiration strikes), you’ll find her searching for
that perfect pair of shoes. She loves to cook but isn’t very good at it, and
loves to eat - she’s much better at that! Liz also enjoys walking (preferably
on the flat), cycling (also on the flat), and lots of sitting around in the
garden on warm, sunny days.
She currently lives with her family in Wales, but would
ideally love to buy a camper can and travel the world in it.
for a copy of the book and a place on the event.
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