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A Secret Garden Affair by Erica James is a captivating exploration of love, secrets, and personal growth. Set against the backdrop of a charming, lush garden, the story intertwines the lives of its characters as they navigate their personal challenges and interpersonal relationships. Full of warmth and emotional depth, the novel beautifully captures the essence of healing and rediscovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories that explore family dynamics, personal growth, and romantic entanglements set against a beautifully described garden setting. This novel offers a heartfelt journey through secrets and discoveries that will resonate with anyone who loves character-driven narratives filled with emotion and gentle humour.

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A Secret Garden Affair

Recapture the summer sunshine this autumn with the Sunday Times bestseller that readers are calling ‘captivating’ and ‘a treasure of a read’…

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From the Sunday Times bestselling author comes the most captivating new historical romance and family drama!

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Recapture the summer sunshine this autumn with the Sunday Times bestseller that readers are calling ‘captivating’ and ‘a treasure of a read’…

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Love grows where you least expect it…

July 1981. As the country prepares to celebrate Prince Charles’ wedding to Lady Diana, Libby flees London – and her cheating fiancé Marcus – for the Suffolk countryside.

At Larkspur House, she hopes to put the pieces of her life back together. And Libby’s great-aunt Bess and renowned garden designer and former socialite Elfrida are happy to help.

But for lifelong friends Bess and Elfrida, Libby’s arrival has stirred up the ghosts of the past. And before they can help her rebuild her shattered future, they must confront their own secrets, lost loves, and tragedies…

From the Sunday Times bestselling author Erica James comes a captivating story that sweeps through sixty years of history, love, and family drama.

Readers love A Secret Garden Affair:

‘Having read all of Erica James’s books and thoroughly enjoyed every single one, I absolutely loved this one! The plot, characters and descriptions of beautiful Lake Como… were spot on. My only disappointment was that the book ended as I wasn’t ready to say goodbye to Elfrida, Bess and Libby!’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Captivating. Thoroughly enjoyed this book from start to finish, I didn't want the story to end’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Skillfully written, compelling family drama. Erica James is expert at writing about families and relationships, and she skilfully brings the characters alive, exploring past secrets as the story unfolds. Settings are described beautifully, especially the gardens… Richly detailed, with intriguing characters, I was absorbed in this book, and highly recommend.’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘An excellent read from page 1. I love the way the reader is immediately enthralled’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I loved this book from start to finish, I was left wanting more of it. A definite favourite Erica James book’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Erica James is one of my long time favourite authors for a guaranteed agreeable read. Once again she has not disappointed me… Highly recommended to lovers of romantic escapism at its best.’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘What a fantastic read. I absolutely loved this story it had everything I love about a novel: really interesting characters, secrets, relationships and love interests. Really enjoyed the relationship between Elfrida and Bess and their background stories… Highly recommend this book’ Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Reviews highlight that A Secret Garden Affair by Erica James is praised for its compelling family drama, captivating storytelling, and wonderfully uplifting narrative. Readers appreciate James's observational insights into family dynamics, describing the book as immersive, beautifully written, and delightfully engaging. The novel is said to offer an escapist experience, full of warmth and surprises.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008413781

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HQ

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Erica James is the author of twenty-three internationally bestselling novels. With recent Sunday Times Top Ten bestsellers including Swallowtail Summer, Coming Home to Island House and, most recently the hardback bestseller, Letters from the Past. Her books are loved by readers looking for beautifully drawn relationships, emotionally powerful storylines and evocative settings. A keen gardener herself, Erica lives in Suffolk and has a fondness for Lake Como, Formula One motor racing and travel.

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