Spend the summer in the Scottish Highlands with this uplifting second-chance romance...

Evie Stuart is playing it safe. She lives on her family’s remote farm in the Scottish Highlands and never ventures beyond the local village of Lockton. She’s learned that bad things happen when she’s impulsive, and she’s determined not to get burned again.

Callum Ryder is the opposite of what Evie wants in her ordered world. Six foot two of reckless energy with twinkling eyes and a dangerously charming smile, he’s a thrill-seeking American firefighter with no idea how to slow down. Callum enters Lockton like a whirlwind, fleeing his problems in New York City in search of the truth about his Scottish family.

Yet the odd pair might have more in common than they think… Evie agrees to help Callum find his grandfather and faces more challenges than ever: from swimming in the fabled Bonnie Lochan to exploring an ancient castle and even entering the village jam-making championships. Turns out it’s easy for Evie and Callum to connect when they let go of their fears and enjoy the most surprising summer of their lives.

But for Evie, getting close to Callum means risking a repeat of the disaster from a year ago when she fell for the wrong man. Is her safe haven about to crumble?

If you enjoy uplifting romances with a strong sense of place and quirky, lovable characters, ´The Little Village of New Starts´ is highly recommended. Perfect for fans of Debbie Johnson, Carolyn Brown, and Phillipa Ashley.

Readers love The Little Village of New Starts:

‘Filled with interesting and likeable characters, this book grabbed me from the very beginning… An absolutely wonderful story of love and laughs which will warm your heart completely!! Highly recommended!!’ Stardust Book Reviews

‘If you’re looking for a lovely, heart-warming contemporary romance, grab yourself a copy of this delightful story… This is such a superb read, a great story to escape into with all the trials and tribulations… I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending it’ Splashes Into Books

‘What a fantastic book, I couldn't stop reading it and was sorry when I got to the end – I wanted more… I would have no hesitation in recommending.’ NetGalley Reviewer.


Donna Ashcroft is a bestselling British romance novelist celebrated for her uplifting stories set in picturesque UK locations. Donna crafts heartwarming romantic comedies and feel-good fiction that transport readers to charming British villages and scenic coastal towns.

Spend the summer in the Scottish Highlands with this uplifting second-chance romance...

Evie Stuart is playing it safe. She lives on her family’s remote farm in the Scottish Highlands and never ventures beyond the local village of Lockton. She’s learned that bad things happen when she’s impulsive, and she’s determined not to get burned again.

Callum Ryder is the opposite of what Evie wants in her ordered world. Six foot two of reckless energy with twinkling eyes and a dangerously charming smile, he’s a thrill-seeking American firefighter with no idea how to slow down. Callum enters Lockton like a whirlwind, fleeing his problems in New York City in search of the truth about his Scottish family.

Yet the odd pair might have more in common than they think… Evie agrees to help Callum find his grandfather and faces more challenges than ever: from swimming in the fabled Bonnie Lochan to exploring an ancient castle and even entering the village jam-making championships. Turns out it’s easy for Evie and Callum to connect when they let go of their fears and enjoy the most surprising summer of their lives.

But for Evie, getting close to Callum means risking a repeat of the disaster from a year ago when she fell for the wrong man. Is her safe haven about to crumble?

If you enjoy uplifting romances with a strong sense of place and quirky, lovable characters, ´The Little Village of New Starts´ is highly recommended. Perfect for fans of Debbie Johnson, Carolyn Brown, and Phillipa Ashley.

Readers love The Little Village of New Starts:

‘Filled with interesting and likeable characters, this book grabbed me from the very beginning… An absolutely wonderful story of love and laughs which will warm your heart completely!! Highly recommended!!’ Stardust Book Reviews

‘If you’re looking for a lovely, heart-warming contemporary romance, grab yourself a copy of this delightful story… This is such a superb read, a great story to escape into with all the trials and tribulations… I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending it’ Splashes Into Books

‘What a fantastic book, I couldn't stop reading it and was sorry when I got to the end – I wanted more… I would have no hesitation in recommending.’ NetGalley Reviewer.


Donna Ashcroft is a bestselling British romance novelist celebrated for her uplifting stories set in picturesque UK locations. Donna crafts heartwarming romantic comedies and feel-good fiction that transport readers to charming British villages and scenic coastal towns.

Spend the summer in the Scottish Highlands with this uplifting second-chance romance...

Evie Stuart is playing it safe. She lives on her family’s remote farm in the Scottish Highlands and never ventures beyond the local village of Lockton. She’s learned that bad things happen when she’s impulsive, and she’s determined not to get burned again.

Callum Ryder is the opposite of what Evie wants in her ordered world. Six foot two of reckless energy with twinkling eyes and a dangerously charming smile, he’s a thrill-seeking American firefighter with no idea how to slow down. Callum enters Lockton like a whirlwind, fleeing his problems in New York City in search of the truth about his Scottish family.

Yet the odd pair might have more in common than they think… Evie agrees to help Callum find his grandfather and faces more challenges than ever: from swimming in the fabled Bonnie Lochan to exploring an ancient castle and even entering the village jam-making championships. Turns out it’s easy for Evie and Callum to connect when they let go of their fears and enjoy the most surprising summer of their lives.

But for Evie, getting close to Callum means risking a repeat of the disaster from a year ago when she fell for the wrong man. Is her safe haven about to crumble?

If you enjoy uplifting romances with a strong sense of place and quirky, lovable characters, ´The Little Village of New Starts´ is highly recommended. Perfect for fans of Debbie Johnson, Carolyn Brown, and Phillipa Ashley.

Readers love The Little Village of New Starts:

‘Filled with interesting and likeable characters, this book grabbed me from the very beginning… An absolutely wonderful story of love and laughs which will warm your heart completely!! Highly recommended!!’ Stardust Book Reviews

‘If you’re looking for a lovely, heart-warming contemporary romance, grab yourself a copy of this delightful story… This is such a superb read, a great story to escape into with all the trials and tribulations… I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending it’ Splashes Into Books

‘What a fantastic book, I couldn't stop reading it and was sorry when I got to the end – I wanted more… I would have no hesitation in recommending.’ NetGalley Reviewer.


Donna Ashcroft is a bestselling British romance novelist celebrated for her uplifting stories set in picturesque UK locations. Donna crafts heartwarming romantic comedies and feel-good fiction that transport readers to charming British villages and scenic coastal towns.