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  It is now 1943 and we follow the lives of the Home Front Nurses as they cope with the effects of the Second World War. Shared Secrets for the Home Front Nurses by Rachel Brimble is published on February 13th by Boldwood Books .     ‘Come on, Kathy… tell me a secret.’ 1943: Becoming a Home Front nurse, meant Kathy Scott was finally able to escape the violence of her childhood. At long last, her life has taken a turn for the better. Particularly because, for the very first time, she’s made some wonderful friends–fellow nurses Sylvia, Freda and Veronica. Kathy’s known for not being short of a word or two. So nobody’s more surprised than her when she finds herself tongue-tied around Freda’s handsome brother, James – who’s home from war with an unexplained injury.   My Thoughts   The story of the Home Front Nurses continues into 1943 and Freda's ambition to nurse abroad gets ever closer. Her brother ,James, returns from the war having had a traumatic experi...
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Winter Kisses at Roseford Cafe by Fay Keenan #Review

 

Today we continue the series by Fay Keenan set in the Somerset village of Roseford. Winter Kisses at Roseford Cafe was published by Boldwood Books on 13th October. You can read my review of  New Beginnings at Roseford Hall here.

 

Hollywood comes to Roseford, as Christmas wishes really do come true…

The sleepy Somerset village of Roseford is the temporary home for the cast and crew of the latest Christmas movie, and there’s an excitement in the air that can’t be ignored. When Lucy Cameron, the owner of Roseford Café, is asked to fulfil a last-minute catering order on set, she can’t believe her luck.

Lucy’s erstwhile teenage crush, Finn Sanderson, is the star of the film, alongside his glamorous co-star, Montana de Santo, with whom he has been linked on and off the screen, and their sprinkle of stardust around the village is intoxicating.

With Christmas approaching and the snow starting to fall, Lucy’s path keeps crossing with Finn’s, and she starts to get to know the man behind the movie star. As her feelings grow, so too do Lucy’s reservations about even considering becoming involved with someone so well-known. And when Lucy becomes the centre of a social media storm, her fears seem to be justified.

Are happy-ever-afters just the preserve of romantic Christmas movies, or could Lucy and Finn star in their very own, real-life festive love story…

Revel in the perfect country Christmas romance from Fay Keenan, just right for all fans of Julie Houston, Cathy Bramley and Holly Martin.

 

My Thoughts

  Having enjoyed New Beginning at Roseford Hall and anticipated the next in the series, I was delighted to read this festive story. It is such an inclusive village and just right for the festive season, full of snow, Christmas markets and mince pies! Lucy is a likeable character who is building up her business and at the same time, taking on the role of single parent to her daughter. You certainly feel for her as she tries to juggle all the different parts of her life and have to admire her independent spirit. There are some lovely characters in the story and some familiar ones at that.

    When Finn arrives in the village, you realise that there is an air of escapism about the tale which I enjoyed. Finn is certainly leading man material but with a self- deprecating side and maturity which adds to his appeal. There are some lovely festive scenes. I especially enjoyed the ice skating interlude and the festive markets. This story certainly won't disappoint and is not the last visit we make to Roseford- I hope!


In short: Endearing festive romance

About the Author

 

Fay Keenan is the author of the bestselling Little Willowbury series
of novels. She has led writing workshops with Bristol University and has been a visiting speaker in schools. She is a full-time teacher and lives in Somerset.

 

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Book link:  Amazon UK


Thanks to Fay Keenan, Boldwood Books and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the tour.

 

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