Beddingfield

Preorder the first in a new series from bestselling author, Julie Houston! 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. Praise for Julie Houston: '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 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!!'

Bestseller Julie Houston's BRAND NEW warm, uplifting and funny novel about forbidden love, friendship and family is perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan, Fiona Gibson and Cathy Kelly. 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