She paused as she pictured Sarah’s eager expression when she’d reassured Alison that she wasn’t a lost cause. Closing the bag, she took a deep breath. She could do it. Starting now, she was taking control back. Then she pictured that familiar look of contempt on Dave’s face that morning and that tiny flicker of self-belief fizzled out. Sorry, Sarah. Maybe another day.

‘To family,’ she whispered, taking a doughnut out of the packet. ‘I miss you all so much.’

Six minutes later, Alison licked her sticky fingers and stared into the paper bag. All that remained was a small dollop of custard and a sprinkling of sugar.

No wonder.

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About the Author

Jessica Redland is the author of eleven novels which are all set around the fictional location of Whitsborough Bay. Inspired by her hometown of Scarborough she writes uplifting women’s fiction which has garnered many devoted fans.

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Starry Skies Over The Chocolate Pot Café

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Welcome To Whitsborough Bay Series

Making Wishes At Bay View

New Beginnings at Seaside Blooms

Finding Hope at Lighthouse Cove

Coming Home To Seashell Cottage

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Finding Love at Hedgehog Hollow

New Arrivals at Hedgehog Hollow

Family Secrets at Hedgehog Hollow

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