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Kate is almost-divorced
and desperate to keep as far away from her ex-husband as possible. He is
determined to have her back but she has found the perfect place to hide away.
Kate finds herself besotted with a house on the historical Nightingale. The residents
of Nightingale Square don't take no for an answer so Kate soon finds herself
pulled into new friendships and adventures.
Kate soon finds herself
campaigning the council to turn the green into a community garden, whilst all
the residents are horrified to discover that the Victorian mansion on the other
side of the square has been bought by developers. Concerned for the preservation
of their small community they begin to worry all hope is lost until the arrival
of a handsome stranger looks sure to turn things around!
You know a book is good when you simply cannot pick up another
for a couple of days… that is exactly how I have felt since finishing Sunshine
and Sweet Peas in Nightingale Square. Heidi Swain (has yet again given us an
array of wonderful characters as well as creating a fantastic setting– Nightingale
Square sounds like the type of place I would love live; where something is always happening, people take you in and make you part of a great group of friends and neighbours forming a real
community - looking out for each other and their local area. This book simply captures
your heart and leaves you with a warm fuzzy feeling – I couldn’t stop imagining
what these characters would be up to next.
Our leading lady, Kate, is a charming character that we learn
has been treated poorly by a cheating husband and now believes the only life
for her is the single life! Kate keeps things to herself but we do eventually discover
that she blames herself for the husband being a cheater and also that he gave her more
than she bargained for in more ways than one.
If you are already a fan Heidi’s books (and of Wynbridge) you will be happy to know that, whilst this novel is set in Norwich, there is a brief visit to the much-loved market town. Kate is originally from Wynbridge and is related to one of Heidi’s much loved characters.
I love Heidi’s style of writing; it flows very nicely and
fully engages you throughout. I devoured the book in one sitting, as I was
engrossed and didn’t want to stop. With all stories, especially if you read a
lot, you can predict what will happen, I don’t say that to be negative as I
always enjoy to read how the story actually blossoms but with Sunshine and Sweet Peas in Nightingale Square there are added ups and
downs that do keep you on your toes, the will they/wont they romance; the added
surprises you wouldn't predict– all will keep you hooked until the end.
This is a great story of how one woman rebuilds her life, her
heart as well as her trust in other people. It is a story of true friendship and community- finding things where you least expect them. If you haven’t had the sheer pleasure of
reading any Heidi Swain books before – then you must, you will not regret it.
In fact, like me, you’ll be eager to devour as many as you possibly can.
Comfy Rating: 👍👍👍👍👍
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