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New Beginnings at the Old Bakehouse

By Christie Barlow
Series: Love Heart Lane
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New Beginnings at the Old Bakehouse by Christie Barlow is a heartwarming tale set in the charming village of Love Heart Lane. It follows the journey of a baker who inherits an old bakehouse, exploring themes of friendship, community, and embracing fresh starts. As she renovates the bakehouse, she discovers the true value of connections, both old and new, while navigating life's unexpected challenges.
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This heartwarming tale may enchant you if you love stories of community, friendship, and second chances. With its charming setting and relatable characters, it's perfect for those seeking a feel-good read filled with hope and warmth.

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Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what

The perfect Scottish escape to cosy up this year!

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Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what

‘A letter, a goodbye, and a baby girl whose name will begin with “L”…’

When Heartcross’ resident clairvoyant tells Molly McKendrick to expect a whole lot of scandal and upset to blow in with the approaching winter storm, Molly doesn’t know what to think.

With a baby on the way any week now, and Christmas not far off, the last thing Molly needs is drama. But when she crosses paths with Bree, a sixteen-year-old homeless girl, and takes her in from the cold, secrets from the past flood the present and Molly, her partner Cam, and their son George, are soon experiencing a holiday season filled with unexpected festive surprises…

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

Series: Love Heart Lane

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  • New Beginnings at the Old Bakehouse
    Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what ‘A letter, a goodbye, and a baby girl whose name will begin with “L”…’ When Heartcross’ resident clairvoyant tells Molly McKendrick to expect a whole lot of scandal and upset to blow in with the approaching winter storm, Molly doesn’t know what to think. With a baby...
    By Christie Barlow
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  • The 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...
    By Christie Barlow
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  • The New Doctor at Peony Practice
    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...
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  • A Summer Surprise at the Little Blue Boathouse
    ‘Full of warmth, fun and feel-good factor’ Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what When Bea Fernsby discovers her fiancé’s eyes have been wandering, she calls off the wedding and hits the road. The village of Heartcross in the Scottish Highlands is about as far away from home as...
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  • The Vintage Flower Van on Love Heart Lane
    Fall in love with the next escapist story in the Love Heart Lane series! The race to save the vintage flower van is on! Flowers are Florrie Appleton’s life, so when her beloved Aunt Ada passes, and she’s swiftly issued with an eviction notice and told to vacate Rose Cottage, shutter her Vintage Flower Van business, and leave behind Ada’s...
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New Beginnings at the Old Bakehouse by Christie Barlow has received positive feedback for its engaging character development, with readers feeling a strong connection to the characters as if they were old friends. Christie Barlow is praised for her talent in writing heart-warming stories filled with comedy, love, and relatable moments, leaving readers with a sense of joy and satisfaction.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008413118

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: One More Chapter

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

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Christie Barlow Contemporary Romance Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Romance Series: Love Heart Lane

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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