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’A gem of a book. I loved it.’ Sarah Morgan, The Summer Seekers ‘A charming story of self-discovery.’ Hello! ‘Wonderful… the perfect summer read.’ Woman***A librarian’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime in the delightful new novel from the bestselling author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper.Librarian Martha Storm has always found it easier to connect with books than people, though not for lack of trying. She keeps careful lists of how to help others in her notebook. And yet, sometimes it feels like she’s invisible.All of that changes when a mysterious book arrives on her doorstep. Inside, Martha finds a dedication written to her by her grandmother Zelda, who died under mysterious circumstances years earlier. When Martha discovers a clue within the book that her grandmother may still be alive, she becomes determined to discover the truth. As she delves deeper into Zelda’s past, she unwittingly reveals a family secret that will change her life forever.Filled with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and vivid characters, The Library of Lost and Found is a heart-warming reminder that even the quietest life has the potential to be extraordinary.Perfect for fans of 59 Memory Lane, The Keeper of Lost Things and Something to Live For.****Phaedra’s emotional and uplifting new novel, The Secrets of Sunshine, is available for pre-order now!****Readers love Phaedra Patrick:‘You will laugh and quite possibly cry…I certainly did!’&apos;Brought a smile to my face and more than one tear was shed. A lovely read&apos;‘A charming family drama’‘Fascinating and thought-provoking’‘ A poignant, warm-hearted story’‘The most beautiful book I’ve ever read’‘A delightful novel about finding meaning in your life.’‘A very uplifting and heart-warming book. You will love all the characters!’

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история Санкт-Петербурга

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The Library of Lost and Found

Sometimes you find happiness in the most unexpected places….‘A wonderfully hope-filled story’ Sarah Haywood, bestselling author of THE CACTUS ‘This charming novel will warm your heart’ The People’s Friend***A lonely single father gets an unexpected second chance at love in the heart-warming new novel from the bestselling author of The Library of Lost and Found.Only his daughter Poppy knows that behind his prickly exterior, Mitchell Fisher is deeply lonely. He may have sworn off romance, relishing his job cutting off the padlocks that couples fasten to his hometown’s famous ‘love story’ bridge… but underneath it all, he’s still grieving the loss of Poppy’s mum.Then one hot summer’s day, everything changes when Mitchell bravely rescues a woman who falls from the bridge into the river. He’s surprised to feel an unexpected connection to her, but then she disappears. Desperate to find the mysterious woman, Mitchell teams up with her spirited sister Liza to see if she’s left any clues behind. There’s just one – a secret message on the padlock she left on love story bridge…Brimming with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and a sparkling cast of characters, The Secrets of Sunshine follows one man’s journey to unlock his heart and discover new beginnings in the unlikeliest places.***Readers love The Secrets of Sunshine:‘This book was everything!!!! I absolutely LOVED it!!’‘A sensational read… took me on an emotional rollercoaster’‘Absolutely charming’‘The story was so captivating it made you not want it to end. I love it!’‘A delightful feel-good story that can&apos;t help but make you smile’‘Loved this book from start to finish’‘Charming and soothing, and a real feel-good read’‘A sweet and touching book with likeable characters and a happy ending. Perfect for a dreary day’‘A warm-hearted tale’‘This is a gem of a book, quirky and amusing but sad and heartfelt at the same time’‘A lovely story of bravery, loving and letting go, finding new love, and the love between father and daughter’

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The Secrets of Sunshine

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Praise for Phaedra Patrick:‘A feel-good story with oodles of charm’ Daily Mail‘Eccentric, charming and wise, this will illuminate your heart’ Nina GeorgeFor generations, the Stone family have been making wishes on the old willow tree in their garden. And this year they’re wishing harder than ever…In the small village of Noon Sun, Benedict and Estelle thought they’d found their happy ever after. But, unable to have the children they’ve longed for, their marriage has hit the rocks and Estelle has moved out. Devastated but unwilling to accept defeat, jeweller Benedict vows to win her back – he just doesn’t know how.The unexpected – and uninvited – arrival of his estranged sixteen-year-old niece, Gemma, is the last thing he needs. But when a decades old secret is brought to light, Benedict and Estelle realise they’re not the only ones in need of a second chance. And that maybe the family they wished for has been there all along…Praise for bestselling author Phaedra Patrick’s award-winning debut The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper:‘Gorgeous’ Heat ‘A charming, unforgettable story’ Harper’s Bazaar