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Coming Home to Maple Lodge by Alison Sherlock #Review

  I am delighted to feature the first in Alison Sherlock's new series set in the Corswolds. Coming Home to Maple Tree Lodge was published by Boldwood Books on June 20th. A family and hotel in desperate need of help… Maple Tree Lodge has been the home of the Jackson family for over a century. But the hotel has never been a success and, following the sudden loss of his father, architect Ben Jackson soon discovers the hotel is close to financial ruin. Ben has to make some tough decisions if the hotel is to survive and his family are to keep a roof over their heads. With the hotel in urgent need of a renovation, Ben’s sister calls on the talents of her best friend, interior designer Lily Watson. Cash strapped Lily needs a successful project to prove to herself and her high-achieving parents that she can carve a successful career and Maple Tree Lodge sounds like just the place for Lily to showcase her talents. However, Lily’s vision for a cosy, country Cotswolds hotel is the com...

Snow is Falling by Sarah Bennett #Review #JuniperMeadows4

 

I am delighted to be on the tour to celebrate the final instalment in the Juniper Meadows series by Sarah Bennett. Set in the Cotswolds, Come Rain or Shine  was published on 6th March by Boldwood Books. You can read my review on the first in the series, Where We Belong, here and the second, In From the Cold here and the third, Come Rain or Shine  here.


When Sadie Bingham’s life takes an unexpected turn, her children treat her to a well-earned break at Juniper Meadows, the gorgeous Cotswolds estate owned by the Travers family.

The festive season is in full swing, and Sadie throws herself into the packed Twelve Days of Christmas programme, relishing the opportunity to make new friends and new memories.

Single father Dylan Travers hasn’t been to his childhood home of Juniper Meadows for decades. Estranged from his cantankerous father Monty, he has made a happy life for himself in the States. But now with teenage children keen to know more about their roots, Dylan has brought them back to the Cotswolds to meet his family.

As Sadie and Dylan both navigate a Christmas very different from the ones they had expected it's soon clear that, geography apart, they have a great deal in common. And as Dylan confronts his past and Sadie contemplates her future, perhaps the miracle of this Christmas will be the happily-ever-after they both deserve.

Let Sarah Bennett whisk you away to a snowy Cotswolds for the perfect winter romance. A Sarah Bennett book is guaranteed to brighten any day, perfect for all fans of Cathy Bramley, Katie Fforde and Phillipa Ashley.

My Thoughts

 

This is a thoroughly satisfying final book in the Juniper Meadows series, which I have so enjoyed. The central characters in this story are Dylan, the youngest of Monty's children who has been estranged since his teens, and Sadie, who is staying at the hotel for Christmas. She is recovering from the break-up of her marriage and taking a massive leap forward as she steps out on her own.

    All the familiar characters are featured which is lovely as you get to see how they are all getting along. Family is absolutely central to all their lives. Set over Christmas, there are so many great festive touches which arise from the plot as the hotel hosts Christmas. It all sounds idyllic, from the festive crafts to the outside snowy activities and gorgeous walks. I am sorry to see that this is the end of the series, but have loved each one.

In short: new friends and family reunions


About the Author

Sarah Bennett is the bestselling author of several romantic fiction trilogies including those set in Butterfly Cove and Lavender Bay. Born and raised in a military family she is happily married to her own Officer and when not reading or writing enjoys sailing the high seas.

You can follow Sarah here: Twitter   |  Facebook|  Amazon Author Page  |  Instagram  |   Bookbub

  
Thanks to Sarah Bennett,  Boldwood Books and Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the Tour.
 
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