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Series: Love Heart Lane
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The Hidden Secrets of Bumblebee Cottage is part of the enchanting Love Heart Lane series, where friends are there for you no matter what.
A new start…
When Jinny Birdwhistle is pushed over the edge one too many times and quits her job as a tabloid journalist, an impromptu – and rather unconventional – job search leads her to a new house, car, and career. She finds herself making honey and chutney in the small Scottish village of Heartcross. With handsome beekeeper Gabe Warner to help her learn the ropes, she’s ready to embrace 'country girl life' and leave the past behind her.
…uncovers an old secret
Yet there’s more to strong and silent Gabe than meets the eye, and though Jinny planned to leave her journalistic instincts in London, she can’t help doing a little digging. As she uncovers a mystery that links to her own history, Jinny realises that you can’t outrun the truth and the only way to move forward is to face the past. But now that she’s at home in Heartcross, she won’t have to do it alone…
Readers can’t get enough of the Loveheart Lane series:
‘Christie Barlow has fast become one of my favourite authors! Her books are a ray of sunshine when you read them, even if sad things happen’ – Sinead
‘A lovely romantic story that will make you smile and god knows we need it’ – Tara
‘I absolutely adored this book…gave a warm feeling as you read each page’ – Suzanne
‘There's pretty much nothing I want more now than to escape to a small Scottish town and live in a cottage… sweet and cozy and a nice escape from the wild reality we are all currently living in’ – Nicole
‘A cosy and heartwarming read, exactly what I needed now’ – Anna Maria
‘Christie Barlow has rapidly become one of my favorite cozy romance writers’ – Mackey
‘I loved Clover Cottage…This series is quickly becoming one of my favourites!’ – Kristin
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17% offThe Hidden Secrets of Bumblebee Cottage
The Hidden Secrets of Bumblebee Cottage is part of the enchanting Love Heart Lane series, where friends are there for you no matter what. A new start… When Jinny Birdwhistle is pushed over the edge one too many times and quits her job as a tabloid journalist, an impromptu – and rather unconventional – job search leads her to a...Paperback$1900Elsewhere:$2500Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips today -
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A gorgeous treat of a book… the very best uplifting read you'll get your hands on this summer! – Faith Hogan, #1 Bestselling author of The Ladies’ Midnight Swimming Club Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what All’s fair in love and… medicine? Dr Katie O’Neil has only been in Heartcross a few hours...Paperback$5700Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 2-3 weeks -
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The Hidden Secrets of Bumblebee Cottage has been praised for Christie Barlow's skill in crafting engaging, relatable characters that readers feel deeply connected to by the end. Reviewers highlight her ability to blend warmth and humour, creating heart-warming stories that promise laughter and a satisfying happy ending. Barlow's knack for observing everyday life and translating it into endearing and comedic narratives is a recurring theme in the praise from critics.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780008413170
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 January 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: One More Chapter
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 240g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Christie Barlow is the author of thirteen bestselling romantic comedies including the Love Heart Lane series, A Home at Honeysuckle Farm and The Cosy Canal Boat Dream. She lives in a ramshackle cottage in a quaint village in the heart of Staffordshire with her four children and two dogs. Christie loves to hear from her readers and you can get in touch via Twitter - @ChristieJBarlow Facebook - Christie Barlow Author Instagram - christie_barlow Twitter @ChristieJBarlow Facebook.com/ChristieJBarlow Instagram.com/christie_barlow
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