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Escape into this hugely enjoyable, big-hearted and beautifully written novel, set in Vallerosa, a European country you’ve never heard of before.FIND YOURSELF IN VALLEROSA, A PLACE LOST IN TIMEVallerosa is every tourist’s dream – a tiny, picturesque country surrounded by lush valleys and verdant mountains; a place sheltered from modern life and the rampant march of capitalism. But in isolation, the locals have grown cranky, unfulfilled and disaffected. In the Presidential Palace hostile Americans, wise to the country’s financial potential, are circling like sharks …Can the town be fixed? Can the local bar owners be reconciled? Can an unlikely visitor be the agent of change and rejuvenation this broken idyll is crying out for?Full of wisdom, humour and light, THE MUSEUM OF THINGS LEFT BEHIND is a heart-warming fable for our times that asks us to consider what we have lost and what we have gained in modern life. A book about bureaucracy, religion and the people that really get things done, it is above all else a hymn to the inconstancy of time and the pivotal importance of a good cup of tea.

Escape into this hugely enjoyable, big-hearted and beautifully written novel, set in Vallerosa, a European country you’ve never heard of before.FIND YOURSELF IN VALLEROSA, A PLACE LOST IN TIMEVallerosa is every tourist’s dream – a tiny, picturesque country surrounded by lush valleys and verdant mountains; a place sheltered from modern life and the rampant march of capitalism. But in isolation, the locals have grown cranky, unfulfilled and disaffected. In the Presidential Palace hostile Americans, wise to the country’s financial potential, are circling like sharks …Can the town be fixed? Can the local bar owners be reconciled? Can an unlikely visitor be the agent of change and rejuvenation this broken idyll is crying out for?Full of wisdom, humour and light, THE MUSEUM OF THINGS LEFT BEHIND is a heart-warming fable for our times that asks us to consider what we have lost and what we have gained in modern life. A book about bureaucracy, religion and the people that really get things done, it is above all else a hymn to the inconstancy of time and the pivotal importance of a good cup of tea.

‘Perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine’ Hello! ‘Extremely charming’ Marian Keyes Not every journey takes you far from home…Mr Doubler is an expert in many things. He can bake the fluffiest lemon drizzle cake, distil divine gin, and grow perfect potatoes. But when it comes to company, he’s not so confident. Since he lost his wife, he’s been living on his own on top of a hill, with just one regular visitor: his housekeeper, Mrs Millwood, who visits every day.Until the day she doesn’t.With Mrs Millwood missing, Doubler’s routine is thrown into chaos – and he begins to worry that he might have lost his way. But could the kindness of strangers bring him down from the hill? Mr Doubler Begins Again is a nostalgic celebration of food, friendship, kindness, and second chances, perfect for fans of Rachel Joyce and Joanna Cannon. Readers love Mr Doubler Begins Again:‘Poignant and thought-provoking’ Bee‘Wise, clever and beautifully written’ MoziDogReads‘An adorable, heart-warming and amusing story… A breath of fresh air’ Cheryl‘Seni Glaister’s writing is beautiful, so lyrical, so thoughtful and so deep… I feel like every single word matters in this book’ Nicola‘Uplifting, amusing and engaging… A treat to read’ Jenny H‘A brilliant read. Did not wish it to end’ Biren‘This book was a sheer delight to read’ Whispering Stories Blog ‘A wonderfully touching, funny and inspiring book’ Karen

‘Extremely charming’ Marian Keyes on Mr Doubler Begins Again When life gets tough, do you give up? Or do you grow up? Danny is riddled with anxiety. But he wants to be strong for his wife Sam. She’s been through so much already. If only he had someone to talk to. Sam is facing a very different future to the one she expected. She’s ready to move on, yet other people won’t let her.If only she had someone to talk to.Their new neighbour Diana is hiding from her past. She wanted a new life. Now she’s got it she feels angry and alone. If only she had someone to talk to. Each of them is hiding their pain. Each of them needs to heal. But only when they learn to let each other in will they finally be able to grow. What readers are saying about Growing Season ‘A beautifully written novel, with highs, lows and twists along the way.’ Karen and Her Books‘This was one of those cosy, emotive and just all round beautiful reads that come up once in a while and just really grab my heart. I loved every moment’ my.bookworm.life‘Glaister's descriptions and depictions of nature are beautiful throughout. But the way she intertwines humanity with nature is particularly remarkable.’ Netgalley reviewer‘This book is so uplifting and beautiful… the feel good quality of the story really left its mark.’ Jera’s Jamboree‘Most definitely what I needed at the moment – something uplifting, joyful, fresh, full of life!’ Netgalley reviewer

‘Extremely charming’ Marian Keyes on Mr Doubler Begins Again When life gets tough, do you give up? Or do you grow up? Danny is riddled with anxiety. But he wants to be strong for his wife Sam. She’s been through so much already. If only he had someone to talk to. Sam is facing a very different future to the one she expected. She’s ready to move on, yet other people won’t let her.If only she had someone to talk to.Their new neighbour Diana is hiding from her past. She wanted a new life. Now she’s got it she feels angry and alone. If only she had someone to talk to. Each of them is hiding their pain. Each of them needs to heal. But only when they learn to let each other in will they finally be able to grow. What readers are saying about Growing Season ‘A beautifully written novel, with highs, lows and twists along the way.’ Karen and Her Books‘This was one of those cosy, emotive and just all round beautiful reads that come up once in a while and just really grab my heart. I loved every moment’ my.bookworm.life‘Glaister's descriptions and depictions of nature are beautiful throughout. But the way she intertwines humanity with nature is particularly remarkable.’ Netgalley reviewer‘This book is so uplifting and beautiful… the feel good quality of the story really left its mark.’ Jera’s Jamboree‘Most definitely what I needed at the moment – something uplifting, joyful, fresh, full of life!’ Netgalley reviewer

‘Perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine’ Hello!‘Extremely charming’ Marian KeyesNot every journey takes you far from home…Mr Doubler is an expert in many things. He can bake the fluffiest lemon drizzle cake, distil divine gin, and grow perfect potatoes. But when it comes to company, he’s not so confident. Since he lost his wife, he’s been living on his own on top of a hill, with just one regular visitor: his housekeeper, Mrs Millwood, who visits every day.Until the day she doesn’t.With Mrs Millwood missing, Doubler’s routine is thrown into chaos – and he begins to worry that he might have lost his way. But could the kindness of strangers bring him down from the hill?Mr Doubler Begins Again is a nostalgic celebration of food, friendship, kindness, and second chances, perfect for fans of Rachel Joyce and Joanna Cannon.Readers love Mr Doubler Begins Again:‘Poignant and thought-provoking’ Bee‘Wise, clever and beautifully written’ MoziDogReads‘An adorable, heart-warming and amusing story… A breath of fresh air’ Cheryl‘Seni Glaister’s writing is beautiful, so lyrical, so thoughtful and so deep… I feel like every single word matters in this book’ Nicola‘Uplifting, amusing and engaging… A treat to read’ Jenny H‘A brilliant read. Did not wish it to end’ Biren‘This book was a sheer delight to read’ Whispering Stories Blog ‘A wonderfully touching, funny and inspiring book’ Karen

‘Extremely charming’ Marian Keyes on Mr Doubler Begins AgainA poignant and uplifting story for fans of Rachel Joyce and Ruth HoganAfter a life-saving operation leaves Sam unable to have children, could a rural cottage be the fresh start she needs? Or is she running away from her problems?For her husband Danny, this was never part of the plan. He likes predictability. The countryside is just a bit, well – wild. But he wants Sam to be happy, even if he isn’t.If only Danny could tell Sam what is going on in his head. If only he knew what was really going on in hers. If only they knew that they’re equally afraid of what happens next.Can the couple find a way to face the future together, or have they already grown too far apart?Growing Season is a poignant and uplifting novel about how love and nature sometimes need a helping hand.What readers are saying about Growing Season‘A beautifully written novel, with highs, lows and twists along the way.’ Karen and Her Books‘This was one of those cosy, emotive and just all round beautiful reads that come up once in a while and just really grab my heart. I loved every moment’ my.bookworm.life‘Glaister''s descriptions and depictions of nature are beautiful throughout. But the way she intertwines humanity with nature is particularly remarkable.’ Netgalley reviewer‘This book is so uplifting and beautiful… the feel good quality of the story really left its mark.’ Jera’s Jamboree‘Most definitely what I needed at the moment – something uplifting, joyful, fresh, full of life!’ Netgalley reviewer

Cocidas, en puré, asadas o fritas, el señor Doubler lo sabe todo sobre las patatas, pero no se puede decir lo mismo de las personas. Desde que perdió a su esposa vive solo en la granja Mirth y él está encantado. Las multitudes son para otras personas. La única compañía que necesita son sus patatas y la señora Millwood, su asistenta, que le visita todos los días.Así que cuando esta se pone enferma todo se desmorona para él, y el señor Doubler empieza a pensar que a lo mejor ha perdido su camino, ¿pero podrá la amabilidad de las personas extrañas hacer que salga de su burbuja?"Absolutamente encantadora".Marian Keyes"Divertido, sabio y encantador".Daily Mail"Tan dulce como un helado".Metro"Pura delicia —te hará reír y llorar a partes iguales—. Absolutamente cautivador".Veronica Henry, autora best seller del Sunday Times"Recuerda a Un hombre llamado Ove; esta historia dulce y emotiva es un amable relato sobre cómo encontrar tu sitio en la comunidad y además sus personajes hacen que sea absolutamente delicioso leer esta novela".Australian Women's Weekly

Cozidas, em puré, assadas ou fritas, o senhor Doubler sabe tudo sobre as suas batatas, mas o mesmo não se pode dizer sobre as pessoas. Desde que perdeu a esposa, Doubler vive sozinho e às mil maravilhas em Mirth Farm, uma quinta no alto de uma colina. As multidões não são para ele. A única companhia de que precisa são as suas batatas e a sua empregada, a senhora Millwood, que o visita todos os dias. Quando a senhora Millwood adoece, tudo se desmorona e o senhor Doubler sente que começa a andar à deriva. Poderá a simpatia de uns estranhos fazê-lo sair da sua bolha? Este livro é um canto nostálgico à boa mesa, à amizade, à simpatia e às segundas oportunidades."Divertido, sábio e delicioso."Daily Mail"Tão doce como um gelado."Metro"Pura delícia; faz rir e chorar em partes iguais. Absolutamente fascinante."Veronica Henry, autora bestseller do The Sunday Times"Faz lembrar Um homem chamado Ove; esta história meiga e emotiva é um relato simpático sobre como encontrar um lugar na comunidade e, para além disso, as suas personagens fazem da leitura deste romance uma autêntica delícia."Australian Women's Weekly"Absolutamente delicioso."Marian Keyes