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Julie Houston's novels are heart-warming, full of joy and completely addictive. Charlie Maddison loves being an architect in London, but when she finds out her boyfriend, Dominic, is actually married, she runs back to the beautiful countryside of Westenbury and her parents. Charlie's sister Daisy, a landscape gardener, is also back home in desperate need of company and some fun. Their great-grandmother, Madge – now in her early nineties – reveals she has a house, Holly Close Farm, mysteriously abandoned over sixty years ago, and persuades the girls to project manage its renovation. As work gets underway, the sisters start uncovering their family's history, and the dark secrets that are hidden at the Farm. A heart-breaking tale of wartime romance, jealousy and betrayal slowly emerges, but with a moral at its end: true love can withstand any obstacle, and, before long, Charlie dares to believe in love again too... Perfect for fans of Phillipa Ashley, Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell.

When Harriet's husband quits his job she doesn't think life could get any worse... until an old enemy reappears! Harriet's old nemesis, Amanda, is back. And she's here to stay. As the wife of her husband's boss, Amanda will be accompanying Nick on his business trips. And Harriet can't help but think, how will Nick not succumb to her ruthless charms once he's in glamorous Milan? Knowing Nick is at risk of being seduced is bad enough, but when Harriet's best friend Grace falls madly in love with Sebastian, Amanda's much younger son, it can only mean trouble ahead. Determined to fight for her man, Harriet's seduction techniques go into overdrive. Unfortunately she is hampered in her attempts by two bolshy teenagers, an increasingly eccentric mother and a job teaching cantankerous children. Can Harriet save her marriage, as well as her friendship with Grace? And what will happen if Nick's new venture fails, especially now that the one thing Harriet has not even considered in all this mess appears to be staring her right in the face...? Julie Houston's novels are heart-warming, full of joy and completely addictive. Perfect for all fans of Milly Johnson, Sophie Kinsella, Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell.

Harriet Westmoreland did not expect to go into labour in the Harvey Nichol's men's underwear department! Nor did she expect that at exactly the moment she does she would set eyes on Alex Hamilton, and mark the start of a year of madness... For her, her family and, at times, it seems most of the West Yorkshire village of Midhope. Giving birth only two months after Harriet, her lifelong best friend Grace has her own craziness to contend with. As both women hurtle down unexpected and very different paths, they flounder in a maelstrom of passion and confusion, perilously clinging on as the chain of events threatens not only their comfortable, ordinary lives but also their very existence... Warm, witty and wonderful, the unputdownable bestseller from Julie Houston is perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Milly Johnson, Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell. Praise for Julie Houston: 'Julie deserves to be up there with all the queens of chick lit' Alison Cremona. 'Superb story, great characters and thought-provoking happenings' Amazon reviewer. 'Reading this long awaited book was like meeting up with old friends' J.M. Jones. 'This sequel I have to say surpasses even the first book' Rani S. 'This is a fantastic book - pacy, sharp, and warmly and cleverly funny' Ysabel. 'A really funny and heartwarming book' Amazon reviewer. 'I could not put this book down, it had me laughing out loud, shouting at the characters and crying' Amazon reviewer.

Clementine needs to find Lucy before it's all too late. She also knows bringing up a child on your own down on Emerald Street where the street walkers ply their trade isn't easy, even when your daughter's as adorable as four-year-old Allegra. When Peter Broadbent, wealthy, kind and possessed of the most beautiful house Clementine has ever seen, proposes, she knows it seems almost too good to be true. Will this be the happy-ever-after Clementine deserves, or will her dreams come crumbling down around her? Praise for Looking for Lucy: 'A real page-turner. You'll laugh and cry, but not be able to put it down as Julie's trademark humour shines through from beginning to end' Cassam Book Blog. 'This is one of those novels that makes you want to read "just one more chapter" before you turn out the light, and that chapter turns into several more' Big Bertha, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer. 'I became so engrossed in this story I couldn't stop – kept going for just another chapter, and another, until I'd read straight through to the end. I loved it – the magic five for me, a wonderful read and one to keep for rereading' Jeannie Zelos Book Reviews. 'An absolutely briliant read. This will definitely be a book to look out for in 2016 and I, for one, will be recommending it at every opportunity' I Love Smart Books.

'Warm and witty - Julie's got it in spades' Tracy Bloom***Cassie Beresford has recently landed her dream job as deputy head at her local, idyllic village primary school, Little Acorns. So, the last thing she needs is her husband of twenty years being 'outed' at a village charity auction - he has been having an affair with one of her closest friends. As if that weren't enough to cope with, Cassie suddenly finds herself catapulted into the head teacher position, and at the forefront of a fight to ward off developers determined to concrete over the beautiful landscape. But through it all, the irresistible joy of her pupils, the reality of keeping her teenage children on the straight and narrow, her irrepressible family and friends, and the possibility of new love, mean what could have been the worst year ever, actually might be the best yet... Julie Houston's novels are funny, wonderfully warm and completely addictive. Perfect for all fans of Gervaise Phinn, Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell.***Praise for Julie Houston:'A warm, wonderful, feel-good-hug of a book' NetGalley Reviewer. 'A Village Affair is a totally absorbing read that's beautifully written, full of warmth, charm, humour, a compelling and heart-warming plot that I didn't want to put down' NetGalley Reviewer. 'This is a story about family, friendship, and realising your own worth and not being afraid of taking a chance, and I devoured this book in a couple of hours because I just didn't want to put it down' NetGalley Reviewer. 'An enthralling novel, hard to put down' NetGalley Reviewer. 'It is a must read, heart-warming story - no hesitation in giving this one 5 stars!!' NetGalley Reviewer. 'What a brilliant story this turned out to be so full of surprises and shocking revelations from the start to the end' NetGalley Reviewer. 'Lovely and entertaining, with wonderful set of lovable characters will have you rooting for Cassie' NetGalley Reviewer.

Immerse yourself in these cosy and uplifting romances from Julie Houston. Perfect for fans of small-town settings and feel-good readsBudding romance, family drama and heartwarming friendships. The Westenbury Cosy romances will whisk you away into village life and have you laughing and crying along the way.Including the titles: Goodness, Grace and MeThe One Saving Grace Looking for Lucy Coming Home to Holly Close Farm Sing Me A SecretA Village Vacancy A Family Affair A Village SecretReaders of Katie Fforde, Jill Mansell, and anyone who loves a warm and witty romance will adore these gorgeous stories***Praise for Julie Houston:''A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep'' Sheila O''Flanagan''Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!'' Katie Fforde''Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious'' Sandy Barker''Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!'' Mandy Baggot''This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you''ll fall in love with!'' Katie Ginger

''Warm and witty - Julie''s got it in spades'' Tracy Bloom***Cassie Beresford has recently landed her dream job as deputy head at her local, idyllic village primary school, Little Acorns. So, the last thing she needs is her husband of twenty years being ''outed'' at a village charity auction - he has been having an affair with one of her closest friends. As if that weren''t enough to cope with, Cassie suddenly finds herself catapulted into the head teacher position, and at the forefront of a fight to ward off developers determined to concrete over the beautiful landscape. But through it all, the irresistible joy of her pupils, the reality of keeping her teenage children on the straight and narrow, her irrepressible family and friends, and the possibility of new love, mean what could have been the worst year ever, actually might be the best yet... Julie Houston''s novels are funny, wonderfully warm and completely addictive. Perfect for all fans of Gervaise Phinn, Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell.*** Praise for Julie Houston:''A warm, wonderful, feel-good-hug of a book'' NetGalley Reviewer. ''A Village Affair is a totally absorbing read that''s beautifully written, full of warmth, charm, humour, a compelling and heart-warming plot that I didn''t want to put down'' NetGalley Reviewer. ''This is a story about family, friendship, and realising your own worth and not being afraid of taking a chance, and I devoured this book in a couple of hours because I just didn''t want to put it down'' NetGalley Reviewer. ''An enthralling novel, hard to put down'' NetGalley Reviewer. ''It is a must read, heart-warming story - no hesitation in giving this one 5 stars!!'' NetGalley Reviewer. ''What a brilliant story this turned out to be so full of surprises and shocking revelations from the start to the end'' NetGalley Reviewer. ''Lovely and entertaining, with wonderful set of lovable characters will have you rooting for Cassie'' NetGalley Reviewer.

Julie Houston''s novels are heart-warming, full of joy and completely addictive. Charlie Maddison loves being an architect in London, but when she finds out her boyfriend, Dominic, is actually married, she runs back to the beautiful countryside of Westenbury and her parents. Charlie''s sister Daisy, a landscape gardener, is also back home in desperate need of company and some fun. Their great-grandmother, Madge – now in her early nineties – reveals she has a house, Holly Close Farm, mysteriously abandoned over sixty years ago, and persuades the girls to project manage its renovation. As work gets underway, the sisters start uncovering their family''s history, and the dark secrets that are hidden at the Farm. A heart-breaking tale of wartime romance, jealousy and betrayal slowly emerges, but with a moral at its end: true love can withstand any obstacle, and, before long, Charlie dares to believe in love again too... Perfect for fans of Phillipa Ashley, Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell.

When Jennifer goes up to Cambridge University with her head full of the Romantic Poets, she never dreams that she will find her very own Byron. But then she meets gorgeous actor Laurie Lewis, and finds herself living a real-life love poem.Fifteen years and two children later, Jennifer and Laurie''s relationship is starting to feel more like an epic tragedy. After a series of revelations turn her world upside down, Jennifer will do anything to keep her family together – even if it means moving hundreds of miles away to Laurie''s childhood home in Westenbury, Yorkshire.As she reluctantly enters into village life – complete with interfering in-laws, new friends and a surprise delivery of alpacas – Jennifer is amazed to find herself feeling happy for the first time in years. But the village holds one last, devastating secret and Jennifer must decide once and for all what she wants her future to hold.Praise for Julie Houston: ''A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep'' Sheila O''Flanagan''Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!'' Katie Fforde''Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious'' Sandy Barker''Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!'' Mandy Baggot''This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you''ll fall in love with!'' Katie Ginger

Harriet Westmoreland did not expect to go into labour in the Harvey Nichol's men's underwear department! Nor did she expect that at exactly the moment she does she would set eyes on Alex Hamilton, and mark the start of a year of madness... For her, her family and, at times, it seems most of the West Yorkshire village of Midhope. Giving birth only two months after Harriet, her lifelong best friend Grace has her own craziness to contend with. As both women hurtle down unexpected and very different paths, they flounder in a maelstrom of passion and confusion, perilously clinging on as the chain of events threatens not only their comfortable, ordinary lives but also their very existence... Warm, witty and wonderful, the unputdownable bestseller from Julie Houston is perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Milly Johnson, Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell. Praise for Julie Houston: 'Julie deserves to be up there with all the queens of chick lit' Alison Cremona. 'Superb story, great characters and thought-provoking happenings' Amazon reviewer. 'Reading this long awaited book was like meeting up with old friends' J.M. Jones. 'This sequel I have to say surpasses even the first book' Rani S. 'This is a fantastic book - pacy, sharp, and warmly and cleverly funny' Ysabel. 'A really funny and heartwarming book' Amazon reviewer. 'I could not put this book down, it had me laughing out loud, shouting at the characters and crying' Amazon reviewer.

When Harriet's husband quits his job she doesn't think life could get any worse... until an old enemy reappears! Harriet's old nemesis, Amanda, is back. And she's here to stay. As the wife of her husband's boss, Amanda will be accompanying Nick on his business trips. And Harriet can't help but think, how will Nick not succumb to her ruthless charms once he's in glamorous Milan? Knowing Nick is at risk of being seduced is bad enough, but when Harriet's best friend Grace falls madly in love with Sebastian, Amanda's much younger son, it can only mean trouble ahead. Determined to fight for her man, Harriet's seduction techniques go into overdrive. Unfortunately she is hampered in her attempts by two bolshy teenagers, an increasingly eccentric mother and a job teaching cantankerous children. Can Harriet save her marriage, as well as her friendship with Grace? And what will happen if Nick's new venture fails, especially now that the one thing Harriet has not even considered in all this mess appears to be staring her right in the face...? Julie Houston's novels are heart-warming, full of joy and completely addictive. Perfect for all fans of Milly Johnson, Sophie Kinsella, Katie Fforde and Jill Mansell.

Clementine needs to find Lucy before it's all too late. She also knows bringing up a child on your own down on Emerald Street where the street walkers ply their trade isn't easy, even when your daughter's as adorable as four-year-old Allegra. When Peter Broadbent, wealthy, kind and possessed of the most beautiful house Clementine has ever seen, proposes, she knows it seems almost too good to be true. Will this be the happy-ever-after Clementine deserves, or will her dreams come crumbling down around her? Praise for Looking for Lucy: 'A real page-turner. You'll laugh and cry, but not be able to put it down as Julie's trademark humour shines through from beginning to end' Cassam Book Blog. 'This is one of those novels that makes you want to read "just one more chapter" before you turn out the light, and that chapter turns into several more' Big Bertha, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer. 'I became so engrossed in this story I couldn't stop – kept going for just another chapter, and another, until I'd read straight through to the end. I loved it – the magic five for me, a wonderful read and one to keep for rereading' Jeannie Zelos Book Reviews. 'An absolutely briliant read. This will definitely be a book to look out for in 2016 and I, for one, will be recommending it at every opportunity' I Love Smart Books.

Prepare to spend Christmas in the Italian alps... The last thing Harriet Westmoreland wants is Christmas away from home, particularly when skiing, snow, heights and freezing her backside off are on the menu. While her own family, together with her best friend Grace's, are soon whizzing down ridiculously scary mountains in the fashionable Italian resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo, Harriet is stuck in the remedial class on the nursery slopes unable, it seems, to remain vertical. Tired of trying to stay upright in the dunces' class, Harriet decides to overcome her fear of heights and take her bruised body off to explore the refugios in the magnificent Dolomites above Cortina. And maybe catch a glance of George Clooney, rumoured to be in town... But what happens next triggers a totally unexpected avalanche of events which proves that, for friends Harriet and Grace and all their families, Christmas really is a time for little miracles... A laugh-out-loud novella from the Kindle top 5 bestselling author of A Village Affair. Praise for Julie Houston: 'A real page-turner. You'll laugh and cry, but not be able to put it down as Julie's trademark humour shines through from beginning to end' Cassam Book Blog. 'This is one of those novels that makes you want to read "just one more chapter" before you turn out the light, and that chapter turns into several more' Big Bertha, Amazon Top 500 Reviewer. 'I became so engrossed in this story I couldn't stop – kept going for just another chapter, and another, until I'd read straight through to the end. I loved it – the magic five for me, a wonderful read and one to keep for rereading' Jeannie Zelos Book Reviews. 'An absolutely briliant read. This will definitely be a book to look out for in 2016 and I, for one, will be recommending it at every opportunity' I Love Smart Books. 'A wonderful read... The prose flows effortlessly and takes the reader on a roller-coaster ride... Julie Houston is definitely an author to watch out for' Kathryn Hughes, Kindle #1 bestselling author of The Letter and The Secret. 'Stick this right at the top of your To Read List' BestChickLit.Com.

Winner of the RNA 2021 Sapere Books Popular Romantic Fiction Award 'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan. 'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde. The four Sutherland sisters have all had very different paths in life, but one secret and a slighty tense production of Jesus Christ Superstar are about to bring them all back together again... When the news that pop-superstar Lexia Sutherland is returning to Westenbury, not everyone is thrilled by the news – including Lexia. There are too many memories she doesn't need to face – or need re-surfacing. Meanwhile, Juno Sutherland just wants a little peace and quiet. As the local village doctor, she's got her priorities in order; kids, job, husband, tenacious pony, a role in the village musical... So when the sexy new locum turns up – and steals her office – the last thing she needed was to be hit with rising temperatures and an over-active imagination. Will these sisters be able to uncover the past, deal with the future and put on the performance of a lifetime? Praise for Julie Houston: 'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger'Without a doubt a five-star read' NetGalley Reviewer'Absolutely LOVED it' NetGalley Reviewer'An excellent read, highly recommended' NetGalley Reviewer

''A Village Vacancy is a tour de force of beautiful, funny and emotional storytelling'' Fay KeenanFrom the bestselling author of A Village Affair comes a warm, witty, wonderful new Westenbury tale... As the Yorkshire village of Westenbury mourns the loss of one of their own, the women can''t help but contemplate who will fill the vacancy in handsome widower David''s life.Meanwhile, Grace Stevens has decided to move on without her good-for-nothing husband. Right now, she needs to focus less on men and more on wrangling with her unruly class of pre-teens.And thankfully, there''s plenty to keep her occupied. Between an accidental dalliance with a pupil''s dad, helping close down a drug ring and keeping up with her closest girlfriends, Grace is busier than ever.But as she spends more time with David, her determination to go it alone begins to waver...Praise for Julie Houston: ''A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep'' Sheila O''Flanagan''Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!'' Katie Fforde''Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious'' Sandy Barker''Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!'' Mandy Baggot''This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you''ll fall in love with!'' Katie Ginger

'A joyful, feel-good story with characters you'll love. Bravo!' - Faith Hogan, bestselling author of The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club'Full of heart – a joyful read' - Mandy Baggot, bestselling author of Staying Out for the Summer'The perfect mix of love, family and friendship – a lovely, engaging read' - Bella Osborne, bestselling author of The LibraryJoining the family business was never going to be easy... Frankie Piccione is done running away from her responsibilities – well, for now, anyway. Two years after fleeing Westenbury with a shattered heart, it's time to return and take up her place on the board of the family business. Piccione's Pickles and Preserves is floundering, and Frankie knows she can turn it around.But with her brother Luca and the new, rather attractive, Cameron Mancini watching her every move, she's going to have to come up with something special to persuade them that she belongs on the board just as much as they do.With the help of her Aunt Pam and best friend Daisy, Frankie begins to thrive with her new sense of purpose. Until someone from her past walks right back into her life and threatens to ruin everything...Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Milly Johnson and Cathy Bramley.Praise for Julie Houston: 'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger

'A joyful, feel-good story with characters you'll love. Bravo!' - Faith Hogan, bestselling author of The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club'Full of heart – a joyful read' - Mandy Baggot, bestselling author of Staying Out for the Summer'The perfect mix of love, family and friendship – a lovely, engaging read' - Bella Osborne, bestselling author of The LibraryJoining the family business was never going to be easy... Frankie Piccione is done running away from her responsibilities – well, for now, anyway. Two years after fleeing Westenbury with a shattered heart, it's time to return and take up her place on the board of the family business. Piccione's Pickles and Preserves is floundering, and Frankie knows she can turn it around.But with her brother Luca and the new, rather attractive, Cameron Mancini watching her every move, she's going to have to come up with something special to persuade them that she belongs on the board just as much as they do.With the help of her Aunt Pam and best friend Daisy, Frankie begins to thrive with her new sense of purpose. Until someone from her past walks right back into her life and threatens to ruin everything...Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Milly Johnson and Cathy Bramley.Praise for Julie Houston: 'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger

When Jennifer goes up to Cambridge University with her head full of the Romantic Poets, she never dreams that she will find her very own Byron. But then she meets gorgeous actor Laurie Lewis, and finds herself living a real-life love poem.Fifteen years and two children later, Jennifer and Laurie's relationship is starting to feel more like an epic tragedy. After a series of revelations turn her world upside down, Jennifer will do anything to keep her family together – even if it means moving hundreds of miles away to Laurie's childhood home in Westenbury, Yorkshire.As she reluctantly enters into village life – complete with interfering in-laws, new friends and a surprise delivery of alpacas – Jennifer is amazed to find herself feeling happy for the first time in years. But the village holds one last, devastating secret and Jennifer must decide once and for all what she wants her future to hold.Praise for Julie Houston: 'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger

Fans of Katie Fforde, Phillipa Ashley and The Vicar of Dibley will love this heartwarming and witty novel from Julie Houston.Three devoted sisters... One complicated family.When Rosa Quinn left her childhood home in Westenbury, she never expected to return over a decade later as the village vicar. But after a health scare and catching her boyfriend cheating, Rosa jumps at the chance to start over and live closer to her triplet sisters Eva and Hannah.But Rosa''s isn''t the only old face in the village, and when her role in the parish throws her into the path of her ex, she begins to wonder if she''s made a terrible mistake. Meanwhile, Eva and Hannah face their own troubles, as secrets about their family threaten to emerge.Can Rosa make a life for herself in Westenbury? Or will the sisters discover you can''t run away from the past?***Praise for The Village Vicar:''Hilarious and full of heart, I couldn''t put it down!'' Faith Hogan''A rollercoaster of a read that will have you laughing out loud and then moments later holding back tears. Witty, poignant - a real treasure.'' Linn B. Halton''A gorgeous story about the ties that bind us... a page-turning, captivating family drama with a hefty dose of laughs'' Sandy BarkerPraise for Julie Houston''s books: ''A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep'' Sheila O''Flanagan ''Warm, funny and well written, with a page turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!'' Katie Fforde ''Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious'' Sandy Barker ''Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!'' Mandy Baggot ''This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you''ll fall in love with!'' Katie Ginger

** Pre-order A WEDDING AT HEATHERLY HALL, the new cosy village romance from Julie Houston, now! **Fans of Katie Fforde, Phillipa Ashley and The Vicar of Dibley will love this heartwarming and witty new novel from Julie Houston.Three devoted sisters... One complicated family.After the untimely death of their biological father, triplets Eva, Rosa and Hannah find themselves the unlikely owners of Heatherly Hall, the vast manor house overlooking their home village of Westenbury. But the beautiful house comes with almost as much baggage as it does land, not least high running costs and expectations. It''s up to the sisters to find a way to keep Heatherly Hall going and, most importantly, in the family.But with drama in their private lives and secrets about to emerge, can the sisters stick together to focus on the task at hand?Praise for Julie Houston''s books: ''A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep'' Sheila O''Flanagan ''Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!'' Katie Fforde ''Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious'' Sandy Barker ''Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!'' Mandy Baggot ''This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you''ll fall in love with!'' Katie Ginger

''Julie Houston has blown it out of the park again with this fabulous book.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5****Romantic entanglements, A-list weddings and missing diamonds... it''s going to be a busy spring in Westenbury!Sisters Hannah, Rosa, and Eva are on a mission to sustain picturesque Heatherly Hall, in Yorkshire''s Westenbury village. So when they hear the legend of the Jet Set – a necklace with a rare diamond, commissioned by royalty and hidden in their hall – they plan a fundraiser: an Agatha-Christie style am-dram production and treasure hunt.As if that weren''t enough, music superstar Drew Livingston and Bollywood legend Aditi Sharma have chosen their hall for a wedding in just six weeks'' time, and the pressure is mounting to pull off the wedding of the decade. Staging the play, unravelling the mystery of the diamond, and meeting the demands of an A-list bride and groom without their lives unravelling seems impossible. But these three sisters know that with family by your side, anything can be overcome...Perfect for fans of Katie Fforde, Jill Mansell, and anyone who loves a warm and witty romance with a dash of intrigue.***Readers LOVE Julie Houston:''Julie Houston has blown it out of the park again with this fabulous book, just perfect for curling up in front of the fire with, or on a sun bed at the beach or for a lovely pick-you-up at the end of a hard day.'' - Amazon reviewer 5*''Perfect escapism, lovely characters and a story line that keeps the reader entertained.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''Engaging, more than a touch chaotic, emotional at times, and extremely funny – this book really is the author at her wonderful best...'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''This is a lovely, warm story that will keep you glued to the page from start to finish.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''A perfect blend of warmth, wit and charm.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*

'Julie Houston has blown it out of the park again with this fabulous book.' - Amazon reviewer, 5****Romantic entanglements, A-list weddings and missing diamonds... it's going to be a busy spring in Westenbury!Sisters Hannah, Rosa, and Eva are on a mission to sustain picturesque Heatherly Hall, in Yorkshire's Westenbury village. So when they hear the legend of the Jet Set – a necklace with a rare diamond, commissioned by royalty and hidden in their hall – they plan a fundraiser: an Agatha-Christie style am-dram production and treasure hunt.As if that weren't enough, music superstar Drew Livingston and Bollywood legend Aditi Sharma have chosen their hall for a wedding in just six weeks' time, and the pressure is mounting to pull off the wedding of the decade. Staging the play, unravelling the mystery of the diamond, and meeting the demands of an A-list bride and groom without their lives unravelling seems impossible. But these three sisters know that with family by your side, anything can be overcome...Perfect for fans of Katie Fforde, Jill Mansell, and anyone who loves a warm and witty romance with a dash of intrigue.***Readers LOVE Julie Houston:'Julie Houston has blown it out of the park again with this fabulous book, just perfect for curling up in front of the fire with, or on a sun bed at the beach or for a lovely pick-you-up at the end of a hard day.' - Amazon reviewer 5*'Perfect escapism, lovely characters and a story line that keeps the reader entertained.' - Amazon reviewer, 5*'Engaging, more than a touch chaotic, emotional at times, and extremely funny – this book really is the author at her wonderful best...' - Amazon reviewer, 5*'This is a lovely, warm story that will keep you glued to the page from start to finish.' - Amazon reviewer, 5*'A perfect blend of warmth, wit and charm.' - Amazon reviewer, 5*

A warm and heartfelt story ❤️ with all the northern Yorkshire charm! Perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Jo Bartlett and Jenny Colgan. ✨Every book in the Beddingfield series can be read as a standalone.🏠 Jess Allen has always played it safe. 🏠She married her high school sweetheart, stayed in her hometown and lives right next door to her mum Lisa and younger sister Sorrel. But with a new job on the horizon and her family no longer living a stone’s throw away, she’s going to have to get used to her comfortable life shifting into something new.Jess finds the idea of being a part of the White House – the village’s new and stylish restaurant – incredibly daunting, but she knows she is more than capable. And with her role at the care home uncertain, this would give her the chance to finally pursue her passion for cooking.But as her professional life soars, her romantic life is thrown into turmoil. Having welcomed back into her life her no-good ex, she's quickly questioning her decision – especially as new faces in Beddingfield begin to catch her eye.As the familiar rhythms of life shift and long-held routines are upended, she starts to see that sometimes change is no bad thing at all. And someone who encourages her to take a risk – even if it's the last person she ever expected – might be just the thing she needed.Heartfelt, warm and humorous, this is the third book in Julie Houston’s Beddingfield series.Praise for Julie Houston:‘Warm and poignant, brimming with heart and humour and filled with characters I was rooting for. Loved this class act!’ Fiona Gibson'This is a gorgeous, warm-hearted read with a cast of characters that you can't help but root for. It's a beautiful depiction of the special bond between sisters - warts and all and I can't wait to see where we go next with the Allen family.' Freya Kennedy‘There is too much to love about Julie’s latest book. This story of three sisters is funny, heart-warming and will keep you hooked to the final page.’ Carmen Reid'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'A tour de force of beautiful, funny and emotional storytelling' Fay Keenan'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger

BRAND NEW from bestselling author Julie Houston comes a powerful story of first love, long-hidden secrets and second chances. Perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Marian Keyes, David Nichols and Ruth Jones.First love, long-hidden secrets and second chances.Anna Piasecki thought she had left her university heartbreak behind. After spending decades building a successful life, she arrives at sixty with everything as she wants it – a glittering career, a devoted partner and brightest star of all, her brilliant son Noah, the apple of her eye.Theo Mandeville is trapped. Bound by aristocratic duty to his sprawling Yorkshire estate, he has spent decades living the life that was expected of him while regretting the star-crossed romance he walked away from.When their children meet at college, Anna and Theo suddenly find their carefully constructed lives colliding. With a devastating forty-year-old secret hanging over them, can their families survive the truth and do they dare to trust that fate has other plans for them?Spanning decades, The Way We Are Now is a sweeping, heartwarming and life-affirming tale of first love, friendship and second chances perfect for fans of Jojo Moyes, Marian Keyes, David Nichols and Ruth Jones.Readers love Julie Houston:‘Sometimes a book just grabs you and takes you along for the ride and this did that, it was a book I just needed to read it made me feel joyful, I laughed so much, it was also heartwarming and a story of second chances. A book that would definitely get you out of a reading slump.’‘An absolute roller coaster emotional ride. Ms Houston is a master in crafting well-drawn, complex characters. The family relationships and situations really resonate. In turns, laugh-out-loud funny, heart-wrenching, and warm.’‘Great story telling, wonderful characters and warm humour. I absolutely love Julie’s books, I’ve read every single one and I’ve adored them all. I couldn’t put it down.’

The first in a series from bestselling author, Julie Houston!'Warm and poignant, brimming with heart and humour and filled with characters I was rooting for. Loved this class act!’ Fiona Gibson Every book in the Beddingfield series can be read as a standalone.Robyn Allen is finally getting closer to her dream of West End stardom. And along with her role dancing in the latest hot musical, she’s being wined and dined by an equally hot man – the wildly successful and well-connected Fabian Carrington. But one slip up and her dreams are shattered, and Robyn has to hobble back to the Yorkshire village of Beddingfield, and the life she hoped she’d escaped.Moving back into her mum’s house with her recalcitrant teenage sister Sorrel, next door to her older sister Jess who’s fed up with picking up the slack, is not how Robyn pictured her year. But there’s more to come. Sorrel needs a new school, and the school needs a new drama teacher. Despite having vowed never to teach again, Robyn knows she has to support her sister.So together Sorrel and Robyn vow to take on St Mede’s – home to jokers, tearaways and trouble-makers, but with a hidden heartbeat ready to be inspired. And who knows, the kids might have something to teach Robyn about life too…Welcome to the village of Beddingfield and the first book in bestseller Julie Houston’s new series set in Yorkshire. Funny, fabulous, heart-warming and hilarious, you’ll never forget the Allen sisters and their one-of-a-kind community. Perfect for fans of Jo Bartlett, Cathy Bramley and Philippa Ashley.Readers LOVE Julie Houston:‘Julie Houston knows how to pluck the readers’ heartstrings . If ever anyone feels down, Julie’s books should be available on prescription... the perfect pick-me-up.’‘If you are looking to indulge in a tale of Yorkshire and its fabulously feisty, independent women, then Julie’s latest offering should be your first choice. Packed with hopeless romanticism, witty banter and a satisfying ending, this is a splendid read which I heartily recommend.’‘This was just what I needed to restart the reading bug and has left me wanting to get stuck into all of the books again, fab characters, great storylines and lots of “Will they, won’t they” situations. I buddy read this with a friend but we both ended up binge reading as you find yourself getting lost in the book and wanting to know what’s going to happen next.. I would easily recommend Julie to anyone looking for something to get them out of a book slump or just who wants a good book to get lost in!’‘I love all of Julie Houston's novels and this one is a cracker. Great characters, a lovely setting and a very entertaining and gripping read. Highly recommended. Don't go on holiday without it!!’Praise for Julie Houston:'This is a gorgeous, warm-hearted read with a cast of characters that you can't help but root for. It's a beautiful depiction of the special bond between sisters - warts and all and I can't wait to see where we go next with the Allen family.' Freya Kennedy‘There is too much to love about Julie’s latest book. This story of three sisters is funny, heart-warming and will keep you hooked to the final page.’ Carmen Reid'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'A tour de force of beautiful, funny and emotional storytelling' Fay Keenan'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger

The first in a series from bestselling author, Julie Houston!'Warm and poignant, brimming with heart and humour and filled with characters I was rooting for. Loved this class act!’ Fiona Gibson Every book in the Beddingfield series can be read as a standalone.Robyn Allen is finally getting closer to her dream of West End stardom. And along with her role dancing in the latest hot musical, she’s being wined and dined by an equally hot man – the wildly successful and well-connected Fabian Carrington. But one slip up and her dreams are shattered, and Robyn has to hobble back to the Yorkshire village of Beddingfield, and the life she hoped she’d escaped.Moving back into her mum’s house with her recalcitrant teenage sister Sorrel, next door to her older sister Jess who’s fed up with picking up the slack, is not how Robyn pictured her year. But there’s more to come. Sorrel needs a new school, and the school needs a new drama teacher. Despite having vowed never to teach again, Robyn knows she has to support her sister.So together Sorrel and Robyn vow to take on St Mede’s – home to jokers, tearaways and trouble-makers, but with a hidden heartbeat ready to be inspired. And who knows, the kids might have something to teach Robyn about life too…Welcome to the village of Beddingfield and the first book in bestseller Julie Houston’s new series set in Yorkshire. Funny, fabulous, heart-warming and hilarious, you’ll never forget the Allen sisters and their one-of-a-kind community. Perfect for fans of Jo Bartlett, Cathy Bramley and Philippa Ashley.Readers LOVE Julie Houston:‘Julie Houston knows how to pluck the readers’ heartstrings . If ever anyone feels down, Julie’s books should be available on prescription... the perfect pick-me-up.’‘If you are looking to indulge in a tale of Yorkshire and its fabulously feisty, independent women, then Julie’s latest offering should be your first choice. Packed with hopeless romanticism, witty banter and a satisfying ending, this is a splendid read which I heartily recommend.’‘This was just what I needed to restart the reading bug and has left me wanting to get stuck into all of the books again, fab characters, great storylines and lots of “Will they, won’t they” situations. I buddy read this with a friend but we both ended up binge reading as you find yourself getting lost in the book and wanting to know what’s going to happen next.. I would easily recommend Julie to anyone looking for something to get them out of a book slump or just who wants a good book to get lost in!’‘I love all of Julie Houston's novels and this one is a cracker. Great characters, a lovely setting and a very entertaining and gripping read. Highly recommended. Don't go on holiday without it!!’Praise for Julie Houston:'This is a gorgeous, warm-hearted read with a cast of characters that you can't help but root for. It's a beautiful depiction of the special bond between sisters - warts and all and I can't wait to see where we go next with the Allen family.' Freya Kennedy‘There is too much to love about Julie’s latest book. This story of three sisters is funny, heart-warming and will keep you hooked to the final page.’ Carmen Reid'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'A tour de force of beautiful, funny and emotional storytelling' Fay Keenan'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger

The first in a series from bestselling author, Julie Houston!'Warm and poignant, brimming with heart and humour and filled with characters I was rooting for. Loved this class act!’ Fiona Gibson Every book in the Beddingfield series can be read as a standalone.Robyn Allen is finally getting closer to her dream of West End stardom. And along with her role dancing in the latest hot musical, she’s being wined and dined by an equally hot man – the wildly successful and well-connected Fabian Carrington. But one slip up and her dreams are shattered, and Robyn has to hobble back to the Yorkshire village of Beddingfield, and the life she hoped she’d escaped.Moving back into her mum’s house with her recalcitrant teenage sister Sorrel, next door to her older sister Jess who’s fed up with picking up the slack, is not how Robyn pictured her year. But there’s more to come. Sorrel needs a new school, and the school needs a new drama teacher. Despite having vowed never to teach again, Robyn knows she has to support her sister.So together Sorrel and Robyn vow to take on St Mede’s – home to jokers, tearaways and trouble-makers, but with a hidden heartbeat ready to be inspired. And who knows, the kids might have something to teach Robyn about life too…Welcome to the village of Beddingfield and the first book in bestseller Julie Houston’s new series set in Yorkshire. Funny, fabulous, heart-warming and hilarious, you’ll never forget the Allen sisters and their one-of-a-kind community. Perfect for fans of Jo Bartlett, Cathy Bramley and Philippa Ashley.Readers LOVE Julie Houston:‘Julie Houston knows how to pluck the readers’ heartstrings . If ever anyone feels down, Julie’s books should be available on prescription... the perfect pick-me-up.’‘If you are looking to indulge in a tale of Yorkshire and its fabulously feisty, independent women, then Julie’s latest offering should be your first choice. Packed with hopeless romanticism, witty banter and a satisfying ending, this is a splendid read which I heartily recommend.’‘This was just what I needed to restart the reading bug and has left me wanting to get stuck into all of the books again, fab characters, great storylines and lots of “Will they, won’t they” situations. I buddy read this with a friend but we both ended up binge reading as you find yourself getting lost in the book and wanting to know what’s going to happen next.. I would easily recommend Julie to anyone looking for something to get them out of a book slump or just who wants a good book to get lost in!’‘I love all of Julie Houston's novels and this one is a cracker. Great characters, a lovely setting and a very entertaining and gripping read. Highly recommended. Don't go on holiday without it!!’Praise for Julie Houston:'This is a gorgeous, warm-hearted read with a cast of characters that you can't help but root for. It's a beautiful depiction of the special bond between sisters - warts and all and I can't wait to see where we go next with the Allen family.' Freya Kennedy‘There is too much to love about Julie’s latest book. This story of three sisters is funny, heart-warming and will keep you hooked to the final page.’ Carmen Reid'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'A tour de force of beautiful, funny and emotional storytelling' Fay Keenan'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger

Bestseller Julie Houston’s warm, uplifting and funny novel about forbidden love, friendship and family is perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan, Fiona Gibson and Cathy Kelly.Every book in the Beddingfield series can be read as a standalone.The Yorkshire village of Beddingfield is home to the wonderful women of the Allen family: teacher Robyn, wannabe chef Jess, teenage tearaway Sorrel and matriarch Lisa, who holds the whole family together. But underneath her warmth and brilliance, Lisa has a secret – she longs to know who she really is.In Hudson House, the grand manor on the edge of Beddingfield which is now a care home, lives seventy-something Eloise Howard. With film star beauty but memories fading fast, Eloise is slowly taking one foot at a time back into her past. Born into a prestigious family, her father the owner of the local Hudson’s Mill, Eloise’s life was destined to be one of finishing schools and balls. But when her path crossed Junayd Sattar’s, the most striking and kindest man she had ever met, nothing would ever be the same again.When Lisa begins to spend time at Hudson House and befriends Eloise, the two women form an unbreakable bond. But unbeknownst to them both, they share secrets that, once uncovered, will change everything they believed about their own lives.In her unmatched warm and uplifting voice, Julie Houston’s funny and profoundly moving tale of forbidden love, friendship and family ties will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page… Perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan, Fiona Gibson and Cathy Kelly.Readers LOVE Julie Houston:‘The best yet from Houston. Such a great story with relatable characters honestly couldn’t put it down. Really made me giggle in places. Really looking forward to the next in the series.’‘Ahhh, this was so good, I enjoyed it immensely… Loved all of the main characters. You always know it’s a goody when you miss them when you’ve finished reading.’‘A rollercoaster of emotions with relatable characters and an intriguing plot. Julie expresses all aspects of humanity in this well-paced tale, with a host of memorable characters and a great sense of place. I thoroughly enjoyed this book: in my opinion, her best yet.’‘This is the first book by Julie Houston I have read. A perfect book to read over the weekend. Absolutely loved it. Brilliant book. Can't wait to read more books by her very soon.’‘Julie’s books never disappoint Lots of wonderful new characters and a great story with real life issues and concerns woven in, but keeping the humour and romance flowing! Can’t wait for your next book!’Praise for Julie Houston:‘Warm and poignant, brimming with heart and humour and filled with characters I was rooting for. Loved this class act!’ Fiona Gibson'This is a gorgeous, warm-hearted read with a cast of characters that you can't help but root for. It's a beautiful depiction of the special bond between sisters - warts and all and I can't wait to see where we go next with the Allen family.' Freya Kennedy‘There is too much to love about Julie’s latest book. This story of three sisters is funny, heart-warming and will keep you hooked to the final page.’ Carmen Reid'Warm, funny and well written, with a page-turning plot, this book has everything! I loved it!' Katie Fforde'Julie Houston at her best – heartfelt and hilarious' Sandy Barker'Laugh-out-loud hilarious and heartwarming!' Mandy Baggot'A tour de force of beautiful, funny and emotional storytelling' Fay Keenan'A warm, funny story of sisters and the secrets they keep' Sheila O'Flanagan'This book is an absolute gigglefest with characters you'll fall in love with!' Katie Ginger