Charlotte Ledger, my publisher, you are indeed a legend! It’s been a tricky couple of years for both of us, and I couldn’t have had a kinder, more thoughtful and considerate person to turn to. I can’t thank you enough for your support, generosity, ideas and enthusiasm, and I’m so proud to count you as a friend. I’m already looking forward to working on the next book together.

Emily Ruston, my editor, you continue to amaze me with your ability to read beyond my words and understand what I am trying to convey – and then manage to tease it out of me in the nicest possible way.

Harry, my four-legged bundle of mischief who keeps me company, gives me kisses galore and helps to keep my waistline from spreading too much – I owe you some extra cuddles and long walks now this is done.

Thanks also to Deborah Carr and Louise Nicholson who suggested the name Hugo for the gorgeous Great Dane in the book – it suits him perfectly!

And last, but certainly not least, a massive thanks to you, for reading this story. Please do stay in touch – I love reading your messages, chatting to you on social media, and your lovely reviews make my day!

About the Author

Zara Stoneley is the USA Today bestselling author of The Wedding Date.

She lives in a Cheshire village with her family, a lively cockapoo called Harry, and a very bossy (and slightly evil) cat called Saffron.

Zara’s bestselling novels include No One Cancels Christmas, The Wedding Date, The Holiday Swap, Summer with the Country Village Vet, Blackberry Picking at Jasmine Cottage and the popular Tippermere series – Stable Mates, Country Affairs and Country Rivals.

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Also by Zara Stoneley

Standalone Novels

Summer of Surrender

The Holiday Swap

The Wedding Date

No One Cancels Christmas

Bridesmaids

Four Christmases and a Secret

The Little Village on the Green Series

Summer with the Country Village Vet

Blackberry Picking at Jasmine Cottage

The Tippermere Series

Stable Mates

Country Affairs

Country Rivals

A Very Country Christmas

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