A Place To Call Home: A heartwarming novel of finding love in the countryside

Fay Keenan

Nov 2019 · Boldwood Books Ltd

About this ebook

'Written with warmth and humour. I completely fell in love with Willowbury and its beautiful setting' Jessica Redland

'A gorgeous rural romance full of warmth and charm.' Victoria Connelly

When Charlie Thorpe met Holly Renton, they were not a match made in heaven...

Holly lives and works in the beautiful town of Willowbury in Somerset. An incorrigible optimist, she is determined to change the world for the better.

Charlie Thorpe on the other hand, is the ultimate pragmatist. With responsibility for so many people, he has to be.

But when their paths cross again, it’s clear they’ve got more in common than they think. Can Holly and Charlie overcome their differences and work together, or are they destined to be forever on opposite sides? And why does Holly have a funny feeling she has met Charlie before...

Let Fay Keenan whisk you away to a world of glorious country views, unforgettable characters and once-in-a-lifetime love. Perfect for all fans of Fern Britton, Veronica Henry and Erica James.

This book was previously published as The Weekender.

Praise for Fay Keenan:

'Fay Keenan's books are filled with warmth and humour. They are the perfect escape to beautiful countryside settings' Jessica Redland

‘Guaranteed to put a spring in your step. Feel-good, frisky and great fun with a hearty dash of romance and intrigue.' Julie Houston

'Moving, funny, thoughtful and romantic. Bring on the next one!' Jenny Kane

What readers are saying about A Place to Call Home:

'A superb stand-alone story which left me surprised and delighted to see it is actually first in series!'
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'this lovely author who writes intelligently and with true passion.'
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'There are so many likeable characters in this book. '
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'this is a lovely and heartwarming story, that has a serious side hidden within the romance.'
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'The entire book was sweet and sensitive.'
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'* I enjoyed it from the very start'*
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'It was a wonderful book, guaranteed to put a smile on your face.'
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Ratings and reviews

A lovely story! Family, romance - and a more serious side to the tale. Holly Renton has her own shop in Willowbury, Somerset and lives in the flat above. With a positive outlook on life, the only thorn in Holly's side is the illness her young nephew suffers from, and she supports her sister in any way she can. Into their lives comes newly elected MP Charlie Thorpe, idealistic and eager to help his constituents in any way he can. Holly has the distinct feeling that it's not the first time they've crossed paths . . . Beautifully crafted, this is a story of romance, family and so very much more. Whilst there is a serious side, it is cleverly woven into the tale so the reader gets immersed in the ever-growing relationship between Holly and Charlie. There are lots of snippets of information about things I wasn't aware of beforehand, and it made for fascinating reading. A superb stand-alone story which left me surprised and delighted to see it is actually first in series! I wonder where it heads next? Certainly worth 4.5 stars, and a very enjoyable read it is too.

About the author

Fay Keenan is the author of the bestselling Little Somerby and Willowbury series of novels. She has led writing workshops with Bristol University and has been a visiting speaker in schools. She is a full-time teacher and lives in Somerset.