Storybook Ending: A Novel

by Poppy Alexander Narrated by Karen Cass

Overview

From the author of*The Littlest Library-a heartwarming novel about a widowed children's book author who moves into a cottage in the English countryside and finds herself face-to-face with the handsome and brooding blacksmith who lives next door.

In her books she can write “happily ever after”- but real life?*That's another matter...

For children's book author Imogen, an idyllic life in the English countryside seems like the perfect fit for her and her husband. But when tragedy strikes, Imogen is left widowed, and finds herself moving into Storybook Cottage alone with only her monstrously narcissistic cat for company.

After discovering she is pregnant, Imogen grows determined to embrace a new start in Middlemass, with its duckpond, cricket matches and village fêtes. The only thing Imogen can't seem to shake is her neighbor-a brooding, artisan blacksmith named Gabriel-who she can't quite decide is friend or foe. That is until she realizes, thanks to an arcane clause in her deeds, that Gabriel- not just an artist, but lord of the local manor house- has the power to take her home and leave her completely broke.

Devastatingly, he seems keen to do exactly that. Yet, Imogen finds herself drawn to him nonetheless. And in her darkest hour, Gabriel may just be the bright spot to save Imogen in more ways than one.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

'"Friendship, community and a little bit of romance - what's not to love?" — Mandy Baggot on The Littlest Library

"Books, bats and romance...a perfect escape. I loved spending time with the characters of Middlemas."
— Liz Fenwick on The Littlest Library

"My first Poppy Alexander book but definitely not my last. What a lovely, engaging, perceptive story The Littlest Library is." — Sue Moorcroft on The Littlest Library

"Five of the biggest stars for The Littlest Library. I thoroughly enjoyed spending some time with Jess and her phone box full of books."
— Catherine Miller

"I loved everything about this book. It is filled with so much warmth, gentle humour and some very heart touching moments." — Sue Fortin on The Littlest Library

"Alexander pulls at readers' heartstrings with this sweet holiday novel… Readers who enjoy Jenny Colgan and Jill Mansell will be thrilled to pick up this novel.” — Booklist on 25 Days 'Til Christmas

“Alexander’s poignant story of loss and grief also hints at hope for future happiness. Reading about characters getting what they deserve is satisfying, and it’s easy to imagine this book as the next megahit holiday film.” — Library Journal on 25 Days 'Til Christmas

“25 Days ‘Til Christmas was a fun, quick read… It evoked excitement for the holiday season and who knows, it may inspire you to make this your best Christmas yet!”   — Girly Book Club on 25 Days 'Til Christmas

"The Littlest Library by Poppy Alexander is a delight... If you're looking for a feel-good story this summer, with quirky characters, heart-tugging emotion, humor, and hope, all set in the lovely British countryside, give this one a try." — The Romance Dish on The Littlest Library

Product Details

BN ID:	2940160375373
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	08/20/2024
Edition description:	Unabridged