It is great to return to Puddleduck Farm for the next in the series, Love Blossoms at Puddleduck Farm by Della Galton. It was published on August 26th by Boldwood Books.
How can life be too busy for love?
Phoebe Dashwood is living the dream. She’s running her own
successful vet practice, Puddleduck Vets, alongside her grandmother’s animal
sanctuary.
She’s also dating the gorgeous, yet slightly broken Rufus
Holt, the most eligible bachelor in the New Forest.
So why isn’t she blissfully happy?
Both Phoebe and Rufus are consumed 24/7 by their own
commitments. Their relationship is always last on the list.
Phoebe juggles quirky, yet demanding clients and their pets
whilst widowed Rufus is consumed by his anxieties, responsibilities of
fatherhood and the unenviable tasks of being a Lord in waiting with a huge
estate to manage.
Phoebe knows that when you’re a vet, there isn’t always a
happy ending. But will there be a happy ending for Phoebe, Rufus and everyone
else at Puddleduck Farm?
Is it ever really possible to have it all?
My Thoughts
This continuation of the Puddleduck Farm series lived up to expectations and was a heartwarming read. Phoebe’s growing vet practice goes through some ups and downs but it is her relationship with Rufus which is the focus of much of the book. Both of them have histories to get over but more importantly, seem to struggle to say exactly how they feel or even to recognise what they want.
Phoebe’s family are as close as ever but it is her feisty grandmother who has her own story. She is always fearlessly honest and yet bides her time with any advice for Phoebe. That is the feeling you get from much of the story: that her friends and family can see what us important to Phoebe before she acknowledges it herself. With all the animals’ stories to divert, this is an entertaining read with a totally satisfying ending.
In short: facing up to the past and moving on
About the Author
Della Galton writes short stories, teaches writing groups
and is Agony Aunt for Writers Forum Magazine. She lives in Dorset.
Find out more about Della Galton, her books, speaking engagements & workshops, on her website, www.dellagalton.co.uk .
Thanks to Della Galton, Boldwood Books and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the tour.
Look out for the rest of the tour!
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