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Book SynopsisWhen recently-widowed Annie''s god-daughter Pippa is abandoned by her husband, she insists that she comes to live with her. Frances and Stephen Ankerton are desperately worried about their son, Hugh, who wrongly blames himself for a fatal accident that took place nearly a year ago. While Frances turns to Annie for advice, Stephen finds a way to set Hugh''s mind at rest... When Max Driver inherits some land on Dartmoor his dream becomes a reality. And a chance encounter with Frances leads to each and every one of them being touched by his warmth and enthusiasm. Soon he is an integral part of their lives and his determination to fulfil his own goal inspires the others to start over again.
Trade ReviewPraise for Marcia Willett's previous novels: 'A fascinating study of character...a cleverly woven story * Publishing News *
Poignantly told, with fine characterisation and a lavish sprinkling of humour * Evening Herald *
This excellent first novel...is a rounded portrait of modern family life where light-hearted affection and friendship contrasts with the darker strands of human nature * Dartmouth Chronicle *
A delight from start to finish * Kingsbridge Gazette *
A must for women fiction readers * Booklist *
