"In the rolling hills of beautiful Exmoor, there’s a barn. And in that barn, you’ll find Dan. He’s a maker of exquisite harps - but not a great maker of conversation. He’s content in his own company, quietly working and away from social situations that he doesn’t always get right.

But one day, a cherry-socked woman stumbles across his barn and the conversation flows a little more easily than usual. She says her name’s Ellie, a housewife, alone, out on her daily walk and, though she doesn’t say this, she looks sad. He wants to make her feel better, so he gives her one of his harps, made of cherry wood.

And before they know it, this simple act of kindness puts them on the path to friendship, big secrets, pet pheasants and, most importantly, true love. " (summary taken from Goodreads.com)

This book is an advanced reading copy for the book which went on sale August 6, 2019.

I will be reading this and passing it along for the wishlist tag game.

Edit: finally finished this; very cute romance, but left some subplots not very well explored. Sending it off to NancyNova once I can get to a post office.

Forgot to make my release notes for this; the book is on its way to NancyNova as part of the US/Canada Wishlist tag games. Enjoy!

the book has been here waiting patiently until I checked it in. Thanks!

rabck from RNAi; Lovely story. Ellie is an "Exmoor housewife" out for a walk when she discovers Dan's Harp Barn. Dan. from an early age knew he didn't have "all the right ingredients", but he could build lovely, unique harps. Ellie's husband Clive is a sulky, alcoholic brute who doesn't approve of Ellie's interest in anything except him. So, she doesn't tell him about Dan, nor the harp lessons, with violent consequences. But it all turns out in the end.

in the ABC VBB 5/22; actually left in the UK/Ireland bookbox

If you aren't familiar with Bookcrossing, take a few minutes to check out this very cool site. Bookcrossers LOVE books, and more than anything, they love to read books and then set them free for other people to find and enjoy. I would love it if you would leave a journal entry -- you can say where you found the book or how you liked it when you read it. Then, when you are ready, pass it along for someone else to enjoy!
Thanks and happy reading!

This one came back in 'My Armchair Travels to the UK/Republic of Ireland

Looks like something I might enjoy - adding to MT TBR
Thanks for sharing

I loved this book, quirky characters and dialogue, first time reading this author.
Many a late night reading as I didn't want to put it down.
Thanks again for sending.

reserving for an upcoming bookbox

sent off in the Person, Place, Thing book spiral Round 3

Happy Travels

2024 Keep Them Moving Release Challenge

From the PERSON, PLACE, & THING book spiral Round #3