_________________A wonderfully romantic novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Rose Petal Summer and A Country Escape. 'Thank goodness for Katie Fforde, the perfect author to bring comfort in difficult times. She really is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance.' AJ PEARCE_________________It's the season of new beginnings for Helena and Gilly. Gilly runs her own B&B business from her much-loved family home, which she doesn't want to part with - at any price. But that's before she meets handsome estate agent Leo, and soon she begins to wonder whether selling up might not be such a bad idea after all. Meanwhile Gilly's daughter Helena has a budding romance of her own. A talented weaver, she's becoming very close to her new landlord, Jago, who's offered to help her at an upcoming craft fair. It's what friends do, and they are just friends. Aren't they?With spring in full bloom, Helena and Gilly begin to ask themselves the same question:Might their new loves lead to happily ever after?_________________The whole world loves Katie Fforde's work: 'Like a good wedding, it will leave you wiping away the tears' SUNDAY EXPRESS'Feisty females and heartwarming heroes made for a cast of characters who immediately felt like friends. A Springtime Affair is perfect mix of fun, adventure and love. I adored it.' CATHY BRAMLEY 'Modern-day Austen. Great fun' RED'How I wish I could live inside Katie Fforde's novels. They're such a joy, and A Springtime Affair is a winner. I'm all set for spring now!' - JILL MANSELL 'Katie's writing is life-enhancing and, like the love affairs, delicious. I enjoyed every minute!' ELIZABETH BUCHAN'A Springtime Affair is the most lovely, comforting book! Mother and daughter deal with family and romantic problems and here at last is a writer who acknowledges the Power of Shortbread! Really enjoyed it' ADELE GERAS'I relaxed and unwound with this lovely, springy, gentle and romantic story by the wonderful Katie Fforde. You're in for a treat!' MILLY JOHNSON 'Top-drawer romantic escapism' DAILY MAIL 'Warm, brilliant and full of love' HEAT 'Delicious - gorgeous humour and the lightest of touches' SUNDAY TIMES 'Effortlessly lovable, warm and fun' CLOSER'Just gorgeous!' JO THOMAS 'Curl up on the sofa with this book and dream ... delightful' THE LADY 'Deliciously enjoyable' WOMAN AND HOME'If you've been feeling that spring is on its way, I massively recommend A Springtime Affair, it's just brilliant!' JUDY ASTLEY 'Uplifting and delightful' HOT BRANDS COOL PLACES'Full of heart & soul, A Springtime Affair has all the right ingredients -property, crafts, baking & love - a heavenly read which will have you longing to stay at Gilly's B&B! Truly, you know you're always in safe hands with Katie Fforde to whisk your worries away!' PENNY PARKES
