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Full of warmth and joyful community, this is the uplifting story of one woman's journey towards letting go of the past and creating memories worth holding on to . . .<BR><BR>'I adored this heartwarming tale' - Kate Storey, author of The Memory Library<BR><BR>'Full of charm' - Laura Pearson, author of The Last List of Mabel Beaumont<BR><BR>'An uplifting read - heartwarming and full of hope' - Neil Alexander, author of The Lost Past of Billy McQueen<BR>It's never too late to start a new chapter . . .<BR><BR>Meet Gracie. At mid-life, she's fed up with her unhappy marriage and humdrum career. So when a new housing estate threatens to sever her last connection to her late father - the oak tree he planted as a child - she decides to take a stand. Only Gracie has never stood up to anyone.<BR><BR>When Gracie's five-year-old neighbour, Tilly, unexpectedly bounds into her life, she shows Gracie that you shouldn't always take no for an answer. Despite long-buried family secrets being revealed and conflicts taking root, Gracie begins to think that this could be the beginning of a new chapter - one in which she finally discovers her inner strength and realizes that even in the face of loss, there is hope.<BR><BR>'Warm and tender . . . this book had me smiling, crying and cheering' - Jay McKenzie, author of How to Lose the Lottery <BR><BR>'Very real and heartwarming . . . I loved it' - Alexandra Potter, bestselling author of Confessions of a Forty-Something<BR><BR>'Wonderfully drawn characters you really root for' - Mike Gayle, author of All the Lonely People<BR><BR>Readers LOVE Abigail Johnson:<BR><BR>'It's not often that a book can make me cry, but this one definitely did'<BR><BR>'Both heart-wrenching and happy, a rollercoaster of emotions'<BR><BR>'Very moving'<BR><BR>'Heartwarming with some genius touches of humour'<BR><BR>'Really made you feel like you knew the characters. Loved it'<BR><BR>'The best book I have read for ages'

Freundschaft ist keine Option. Liebe erst recht nicht.'Dieser fesselnde, emotionale Roman spinnt ein faszinierendes Geflecht aus Geheimnissen und Lügen und zeigt, was mit einer Familie passiert, wenn das Undenkbare zur knallharten Realität wird. Ein echter Pageturner!' - BooklistVor einem Jahr brach die Welt von Brooke zusammen, als ihr geliebter älterer Bruder den Mord an seinem besten Freund Calvin gestand. Brooke und ihre Familie wurden zu Ausgestoßenen, von allen gemieden, und unfähig einander zu trösten. Brookes einziger Trost bleibt das Eiskunstlaufen. Doch als sie Calvins jüngerem Bruder Heath begegnet, ändert sich alles. Brooke braucht jemanden zum Reden ... und Heath auch. Nur sie können nachvollziehen, wie es sich anfühlt. Ihr Bruder: lebendig, aber weggesperrt. Sein Bruder: tot, aber allgegenwärtig. Bald treffen sie sich heimlich und neben seiner Wut und ihrer Schuld beginnen sie Gefühle füreinander zu entwickeln, mit denen beide nicht gerechnet haben ...- Hochwertig veredelt mit gestalteter umliegender Schmuckklappe- Enthaltene Tropes: Forbidden Romance, Slow Burn, Secret Love, Enemies to Lovers, Found Family, Healing

"Falling for You" is a tender collection of poems that delves into the complexities of love, longing, and vulnerability. Each verse captures the delicate dance of emotions as hearts intertwine, revealing the beauty in both the joyous moments and the bittersweet struggles of romantic connection. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt language, the poet invites readers to explore the heights of passion and the depths of heartache. The lyrical melodies flow seamlessly, evoking a sense of nostalgia and warmth, as the author reflects on the transformative power of love. This enchanting anthology serves as a celebration of human connection, urging us to embrace the dance of falling, whether it be in love, life, or self-discovery. Perfect for dreamers and lovers alike, "Falling for You" is an invitation to lose oneself in the timeless journey of the heart.

"Falling for You" is a tender collection of poems that delves into the complexities of love, longing, and vulnerability. Each verse captures the delicate dance of emotions as hearts intertwine, revealing the beauty in both the joyous moments and the bittersweet struggles of romantic connection. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt language, the poet invites readers to explore the heights of passion and the depths of heartache. The lyrical melodies flow seamlessly, evoking a sense of nostalgia and warmth, as the author reflects on the transformative power of love. This enchanting anthology serves as a celebration of human connection, urging us to embrace the dance of falling, whether it be in love, life, or self-discovery. Perfect for dreamers and lovers alike, "Falling for You" is an invitation to lose oneself in the timeless journey of the heart.