It Started with a Secret

The unmissable Sunday Times bestseller from author of MAYBE THIS TIME
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It Started with a Secret by Jill Mansell is a romance novel that weaves a charming tale filled with love, laughter, and whimsical misadventures. The story revolves around a group of friends who find themselves employed under slightly false pretences at a quirky Cornish manor. Surrounded by captivating characters, the protagonist navigates unexpected relationships and heartwarming scenarios, leading to delightful emotional discoveries.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy romantic stories filled with charming characters and intricate family dynamics. If you like plots with twists and a touch of humour, where secrets and surprises keep the storyline engaging, this romance will likely delight you.

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It Started with a Secret

The feel-good novel of the year - a Sunday Times bestseller! Everyone has a secret - and there's no knowing what will happen when those secrets start to come out ...

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Jill Mansell's fabulous new novel AND NOW YOU'RE BACK is coming in January 2021. Pre-order now to be one of the first to read it! Snap up your perfect autumn read from the SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author and 'queen of feel-good fiction'!

'Like a little blast of sunshine - uplifting, heartwarming and supremely feelgood' SOPHIE KINSELLA

'Gripping and incredibly comforting' MARIAN KEYES

The trouble with secrets is that you can't guess what the consequences will be . . .

Lainey has lost everything. Luckily, one little fib (OK, quite a big fib) helps nail her dream job. Soon she's living in a stunning house by the sea, fending off obsessed fans for a retired - if far-from-retiring - actor and organising his charming but chaotic family. It's definitely worth the challenge of keeping her secret.

At least Lainey isn't looking for love. It's time for a break from all that. And yet . . . Seth, the actor's grandson, really is rather attractive. There's growing chemistry and a definite connection between them. But how would he react if he knew she hadn't been honest with him?

Lainey's not the only one with a secret, though. Seth has one of his own. And everything's about to start unravelling . . .

A beautiful Cornish setting, one chaotic family, and a woman who's had enough of love. Or has she?

Praise for Jill Mansell:

'One of my favourite writers' KATIE FFORDE

'The queen of witty, heart-warming, feel-good love stories' RED

'Reading Jill is always such a joy!' VERONICA HENRY

'Jill Mansell just gets better and better' HEAT *

'A fab, feel-good read' PRIMA

Be one of the first to read Jill Mansell's new novel, SHOULD I TELL YOU? - available for pre-order now

Readers adore Jill Mansell!

'A fantastic read yet again, great characters, great story and as always a few happy tears'

'Completely absorbing and so addictive'

'Entertains from start to finish, and it fully deserves a 5-star rating'

'Great characters and I can't get enough of the "will they, won't they" - "should they, could they" obstacles and setbacks'

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It Started with a Secret by Jill Mansell is celebrated for its witty, heart-warming narrative style, delivering yet another engaging tale infused with emotional intelligence. Readers highlight the compelling and thoughtful exploration of love and friendship, often praising the joyous experience of delving into one of Mansell's stories. This book exemplifies her ability to craft feel-good love stories that resonate with her audience.

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ISBN: 9781472248473

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 June 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Review

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 416

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About the Author

'The queen of witty, heart-warming, feel-good love stories' Red; 'One of my favourite writers' Katie Fforde

Jill Mansell started writing fiction while working in the NHS, after she read a magazine article that inspired her to join a local creative writing class. Since then she has written over twenty-five Sunday Times bestsellers. Her acclaimed novels include The Wedding of the Year, Promise Me, Should I Tell You?, And Now You're Back, It Started with a Secret and You and Me, Always. Jill's books have sold over 14.5 million copies worldwide.

Jill lives in Bristol and for many years worked in the field of clinical neurophysiology. You'd think inventing characters and stories would be easier, but she can assure you it isn't.

You can follow Jill on X @JillMansell, Facebook /OfficialJillMansell and Instagram @JillMansell

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