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The Recipe for Happiness: An uplifting romance from award-winning Jane Lovering

8 Ratings

3.8

Duration
8H 57min
Language
English
Format
Category

Fiction

'Beautifully written and both heartbreaking and heartwarming' Jessica Redland When Seren’s brother Andrew signs her up to Yorkshire Dating, only for them to recommend that she ‘gets a life’ before they find her a match, Seren has to admit that they may have a point.

She loves her job cooking at an elder day centre and her little flat, but it’s fair to say her life is a little short of hobbies and friends. Since she was young Seren has felt safer close to home, but now she’s a thirty-something divorcee, it’s time for a change.

Change arrives in the shape of alarmingly clever collie Kez, who Seren offers to take in ‘temporarily’, and kind but mysterious new colleague Ned. But as Ned and Kez tempt Seren out of her shell, it means facing her fears. And when Andrew finally reveals the secrets of their childhood, Seren’s need for safety suddenly makes sense.

A problem shared is a problem halved, and with friends by her side, Seren might be able to get a life that she loves at last.

A charming read from bestselling author Jane Lovering, perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Beth Moran and Jo Barlett.

Praise for Jane Lovering:

'A funny, warm-hearted read, filled with characters you'll love' Matt Dunn

'A heart-warming, entertaining and uplifting book about the importance of human connection, self-acceptance and making the most of any opportunities that come your way! I absolutely loved it and could not fault it' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'I am a big fan of Jane Lovering’s books. She has a real knack for creating great characters and writing the perfect blend of romance and humour often with some more serious issues included. Her books will make you smile for sure but are also often rather emotional' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'It wouldn’t be a book by Jane Lovering without that great balance between the ever-present humour – the set pieces and the wonderful one-liners – and the sensitively handled issues and emotional moments' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'A compulsively readable, highly recommended book' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

© 2023 Boldwood Books (Audiobook): 9781804152508
© 2023 Boldwood Books (Ebook): 9781804152546

Release date

Audiobook: June 9, 2023
Ebook: June 9, 2023

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