Life in Little Leyton is never quiet, and when handsome developer Max and his bride-to-be Ellie receive some sad news, he decides to whisk her away for a romantic break.

The time away gives Ellie a new perspective, and she''s eager to get home to get on with planning their wedding. But a devastating incident at the pub she runs, the Dog & Duck, puts everything in jeopardy. And at their home, tensions are heightened when Ellie''s future mother-in-law turns up with all her worldly belongings, much to Max''s sister Katy’s despair.

With Max preoccupied with problems at work, Ellie''s left literally holding the baby while dealing with a seemingly endless list of dramas. And as Christmas approaches, Ellie begins to wonder if she''ll ever get her happily ever after...

Join Jill Steeples for this heart-warming conclusion to the Dog & Duck series that will have you believing in happily ever afters. Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Cathy Bramley and Miranda Dickinson.

''A gorgeous setting and wonderful characters, just the loveliest place to cosy up and escape to'' Beth Moran

What readers love about Jill Steeples:

''I knew I was in safe hands from the very first page. Jill has such a fluid, easy way with words that I was drawn straight into the story'' Sarah Bennett

‘Loved it!! Well written with loveable characters and an easy reading plot to follow. Enjoyable read that leaves you with that feel-good factor and of course the happy ever after’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

‘Absolutely loved this book… From start to finish…could not put this down, such a lovely story, great characters sad to finish it…’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

‘One of those books that you can’t put down as you sit curled up in a cosy armchair. It''s a brilliant story with all the right ingredients. Love laughter tears and smiles’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

‘If you love a lively, light-hearted, rom-com type of book, this is the one for you! Jill Steeples writes in an easy, confident manner’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

‘Loved this book. Great writing. Brilliant setting you felt like you were there living it with them. Highly recommended’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review