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'Brimming with all the ingredients for the best of novels: love, community spirit, family, friendship and four-legged friends.' Milly Johnson
'Heartwarming and full of hope. Lucy Dillon brings warmth to every page' Sarah Morgan

After the storm it's time for a fresh start . . .

First, the clouds...
Tara Hunter is a therapist on a mission to restore Longhampton's community spirit after catastrophic flooding. But with her boyfriend AWOL, her family fragmented, and only a cat for company, Tara's own life is crumbling.

Then the storm...
On top of everything, Tara's father - last seen as he walked out on her when she was ten years old - is suddenly back, with a surprising offer that could change everything.

And after the rain...
Dr David Dalloway is Longhampton Wellness Centre's new star counsellor. He's charming, caring and has a knack for reading people's minds - which is the last thing Tara needs right now. Will having David and her dad around make for a bigger storm on the horizon? Or is this Tara's chance for a fresh start?

'Beautifully written with humour and insight' Katie Fforde
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Readers love After the Rain:

'I enjoyed this book immensely... Her characters are people you want to spend time with' *****
'This really tugs on your heartstrings' *****
'This book is a joy to escape into.' *****
'I have to confess I look forward to a new Lucy Dillion book every year, I get into a hot bubble bath, apply a face back and settle in for a good cosy read... and I was not disappointed with this year's offering...' *****
'This is a book that becomes a friend and you never want it to end because you know you will miss their company.' *****



Trade Review
Beautifully written with humour and insight * Katie Fforde *
Heartwarming and full of hope. Lucy Dillon brings warmth to every page * Sarah Morgan *
Brimming with all the ingredients for the best of novels: love, community spirit, family, friendship and four-legged friends. I adored it! * Milly Johnson *
A wonderful, wise, hopeful novel * Katy Regan *
A joyous read about the power of new beginnings * The Sun *
A lovely story * Bella *
A gorgeous story of friendship and self-care * Fabulous *
Lucy Dillon fans will be delighted with this heart-stirring story capturing messy and wonderful lives * Woman *

After the Rain: The incredible and uplifting new

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      Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
      Publication Date: 17/03/2022
      ISBN13: 9781529176209, 978-1529176209
      ISBN10: 1529176204

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      'Brimming with all the ingredients for the best of novels: love, community spirit, family, friendship and four-legged friends.' Milly Johnson
      'Heartwarming and full of hope. Lucy Dillon brings warmth to every page' Sarah Morgan

      After the storm it's time for a fresh start . . .

      First, the clouds...
      Tara Hunter is a therapist on a mission to restore Longhampton's community spirit after catastrophic flooding. But with her boyfriend AWOL, her family fragmented, and only a cat for company, Tara's own life is crumbling.

      Then the storm...
      On top of everything, Tara's father - last seen as he walked out on her when she was ten years old - is suddenly back, with a surprising offer that could change everything.

      And after the rain...
      Dr David Dalloway is Longhampton Wellness Centre's new star counsellor. He's charming, caring and has a knack for reading people's minds - which is the last thing Tara needs right now. Will having David and her dad around make for a bigger storm on the horizon? Or is this Tara's chance for a fresh start?

      'Beautifully written with humour and insight' Katie Fforde
      -------

      Readers love After the Rain:

      'I enjoyed this book immensely... Her characters are people you want to spend time with' *****
      'This really tugs on your heartstrings' *****
      'This book is a joy to escape into.' *****
      'I have to confess I look forward to a new Lucy Dillion book every year, I get into a hot bubble bath, apply a face back and settle in for a good cosy read... and I was not disappointed with this year's offering...' *****
      'This is a book that becomes a friend and you never want it to end because you know you will miss their company.' *****



      Trade Review
      Beautifully written with humour and insight * Katie Fforde *
      Heartwarming and full of hope. Lucy Dillon brings warmth to every page * Sarah Morgan *
      Brimming with all the ingredients for the best of novels: love, community spirit, family, friendship and four-legged friends. I adored it! * Milly Johnson *
      A wonderful, wise, hopeful novel * Katy Regan *
      A joyous read about the power of new beginnings * The Sun *
      A lovely story * Bella *
      A gorgeous story of friendship and self-care * Fabulous *
      Lucy Dillon fans will be delighted with this heart-stirring story capturing messy and wonderful lives * Woman *

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