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'Sophie's novels are perfect for cosy escapism' - Heidi Swain_____________________________Liberty has never been a risk-taker. She loves the routine of her quiet life in the charming village of Willowbrook, with her Labrador, Charlie. But the arrival of a mysterious gift prompts Liberty to make some changes: starting with a daily challenge to say yes to everything for the month of December... Fearless and independent, Alex could hardly be a less obvious fit for peaceful village life. But after an accident cuts short his promising motorcycling career, he finds himself in Willowbrook in search of new direction. When the pair become unlikely housemates, sparks fly at Damselfly Cottage. Will living together prove impossible - especially when the first snow falls? Or, cut off from the outside world, can they help each other find what it takes to be brave this Christmas? *****Readers love Sophie Claire!'This was a wonderful festive story full of intrigue, drama and romance.' Five stars'A lovely heart warming story. Loved it.' Five stars'This is definitely a book to curl up with of an evening, a book to make you smile and feel happy. The characters are so lovely, the writing so warm.' Five stars'I loved this book, and read it in one sitting.' Five stars'A lovely heart-warming book that I could not put down. I really strongly recommend and can't wait to see what's next from this author!' Five stars

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**Sophie Claire's sparkling new romance novel, This Christmas in Paris, is available to pre-order now!**A Forget-Me-Not Summer is a cosy and charming summer romance, perfect for fans of Trisha Ashley and Cathy Bramley!It's taken years, but Natasha's life is finally on track. Running a florists in the quaint village of Willowbrook, she's put her short-lived marriage to Luc far behind her. That is, until he unexpectedly walks through her shop door, three years after their divorce. Luc reveals that he never told his family about their split, and now his father is desperately ill and demanding to meet Natasha. Luc needs her to come to France and pretend they're still happily married. Natasha is horrified, but when Luc makes her an offer she can't refuse, reluctantly packs her bags. The deal is two weeks on a vineyard with his family - but will Luc and Natasha be able to play the perfect couple after years apart? And in the glorious Provence sun, will the old spark between them be impossible to ignore?

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'A lovely, sparkling romantic read!'Trisha Ashley'Heartwarming and romantic' Heidi Swain'Christmas in Paris? Count me in! . . . A slow-burning love story that kept me turning the pages to the end.'Sue Moorcroft*****What could be more magical than Christmas in Paris?When Carys is offered the chance to run a little French café, she leaps at the chance to discover an exciting city where she can dream big.Meanwhile, struggling journalist Mat is living in the City of Love - but he's never found romance himself.Then, a chance encounter changes everything, and it feels like the start of something wonderful. But Carys and Mat are both keeping secrets . . .Can they open their hearts to one another - and maybe even find love, just in time for Christmas?

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**Sophie Claire's sparkling new romance novel, This Christmas in Paris, is available to pre-order now!**'So beautifully realised that I felt as if I was in Provence' SUE MOORCROFT'An absolute delight, full of Provencal sunshine and the most heart-warming, tingling romance' JULIE CAPLIN***Where there's a will, can love find a way? When cynical divorce lawyer Daisy unexpectedly inherits a ramshackle farmhouse in Provence, she sets off for the French countryside to oversee renovations herself. But Gabriel has other ideas. A local builder with ties to the property, Gabriel is determined to see Daisy off and preserve the characterful, charming farmhouse - which, but for a missing will, he knows is rightfully his. When the two meet, it's clear they couldn't be more different: Gabriel has lived in the small country village all his life; Daisy is a city girl whose career means everything. He is laid-back and messy; she is used to being in control. As they begin to work together, sparks fly. Yet they're inexplicably drawn to each other and, in the heat of the Provence sun, secrets begin to spill. Perhaps Daisy can trust him with her carefully guarded heart after all? But Gabriel is still searching for the missing will that proves the farmhouse belongs to him - and in doing so, risks upturning everything he and Daisy have started to build together . . . ***Readers love An Escape to Provence!'I couldn't put it down'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'Deliciously hot and passionate'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'Such a lovely, feel-good read'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'Warm and addictive'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A wonderful heart-warming romance about love and trust'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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**Sophie Claire's sparkling new romance novel, This Christmas in Paris, is available to pre-order now!**Could love be the biggest adventure of all?Filmmaker Lily's life is all about work and adventure. So when she suffers an accident on her travels and finds herself recuperating in the quiet French seaside village where she spent her childhood, she can't wait to escape. Not least because Olivier - Lily's childhood friend and former crush, who she has spent the last thirteen years avoiding - is staying next door . . . Strong-minded baker Olivier is happily settled in St Pierre, preparing to marry and put down roots. But Lily's return to the village risks turning his carefully-laid plans upside-down, and as the pair rediscover their familiar rivalry and fun, sparks fly.Is Lily really as fearless and independent as she seems on the surface - or is she just running from the past? And what if Olivier is the only one who can teach her what it really means to be brave?***Readers love Summer at the French Olive Grove!'Romantic . . . heartwarming and uplifting' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'The perfect summery read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'Heartwarming, humorous and heartbreaking' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'Glorious setting . . . you can almost feel the warm sunshine on your skin' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A stunning story . . . heart, love, loss and a delightful cast of characters' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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**Sophie Claire's sparkling new romance novel, This Christmas in Paris, is available to pre-order now!**'A sumptuous Christmas romance' WOMAN & HOME 'A cosy and heart-warming Christmas read - the perfect festive treat' HEIDI SWAIN'A fun and festive read' TRISHA ASHLEY***Can a trip away lead you home?After a bad break-up, eternal optimist Evie has moved to the small village of Willowbrook to finally pursue her dream of opening a craft shop. Unfortunately, with money worries and an ex-boyfriend determined to track her down, her fresh start isn't going entirely to plan.Jake is also looking to escape his past. Haunted by the loss of his wife, he's determined not to get close to anyone again - and the last thing he wants is to be celebrating this December.Hoping to avoid the festivities, Evie and Jake arrange to escape Christmas together as friends in Provence. But will the magic of the season change things between them?And what happens if one of them starts to feel something more?*****Readers love The Christmas Holiday!'A wonderful festive story full of intrigue, drama and romance' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A lovely, heart-warming story' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'This is definitely a book to curl up with of an evening, a book to make you smile and feel happy. The characters are so lovely, the writing so warm' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'I loved this book, and read it in one sitting' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A lovely heart-warming book that I could not put down. I really strongly recommend and can't wait to see what's next from this author!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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