**Second Thyme Around by Katie Fforde - Romance Paperback** When Perdita runs away to a ramshackle cottage to escape her controlling fiancé, she discovers that starting over isn't quite as simple as the self-help books promised. Armed with nothing but determination and a serious lack of domestic skills, she stumbles into the world of antique dealing and finds herself tangling with Lucas, a maddeningly attractive man who seems determined to complicate her newfound independence. This delightful contemporary romance from beloved British author Katie Fforde serves up second chances, self-discovery, and enough sexual tension to steam up your reading glasses. Perfect for fans of romantic fiction who enjoy plucky heroines, gorgeous countryside settings, and men who are annoying until they're absolutely irresistible. Romance readers seeking comfort reads with genuine heart will devour this charming tale of reinvention and unexpected love. This well-loved paperback copy comes to you from Patina Paperbacks. **Reader Reviews:** "Fforde writes the most wonderfully flawed characters - I was rooting for Perdita from page one!" "Pure escapist joy with just the right amount of steam and humor."
