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The Cottage of New Beginnings: The perfect cosy and feel-good romance to curl up with (Welcome to Thorndale Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Suzanne Snow (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 5,247 ratings
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***Shortlisted for the RNA Joan Hessayon Award***

One crumbling cottage. One broken heart. A chance to start over?

When Annie returns to Thorndale, the village where she spent much of her childhood, she’s looking for a new start. All she wants to do is fix up the cottage her godmother left her, and fix up her broken heart.

When she clashes with local hero, Jon, Annie can’t help but wonder if coming back to Thorndale was a mistake. The village has clearly changed and the last thing she needs is more drama. But avoiding the distractingly handsome Jon is proving impossible, especially when Thorndale seems to be conspiring to throw them together…

Annie is looking for a fresh start with zero romance – but what if the only way to learn to trust again is to take a risk on love?

A heartwarming village love story for fans of Julie Houston, Victoria Walters and Trisha Ashley.

What readers are saying about The Cottage of New Beginnings:

'A clean, sweet, wholesome, lighthearted story' Lilac Mills, author of The Tanglewood Tea Shop ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Delightful. The characters are charming and the plot is captivating. I highly recommend this sweet, quick read' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I loved the book and found that the storyline and the character development provided such interest that I had difficulty putting the book down' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A lovely, gentle romance. Highly recommended' NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08BTPJ1L5
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Canelo Romance (September 3, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 3, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2870 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 262 pages
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Suzanne Snow

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Suzanne writes contemporary and uplifting fiction with a vibrant sense of setting and community connecting the lives of her characters. A horticulturist who lives with her family in Lancashire, her books are inspired by a love of landscape, romance and rural life.

As a child she loved immersing herself in books and exploring other worlds through storytelling. Suzanne was always drawn to romance, and writing about characters falling in love remains a joy.

Her first novel was a contender for the 2021 RNA Joan Hessayon Award and her seventh, Starting Over at Halesmere House, was published by Canelo in October 2023. Subscribe to Suzanne's newsletter for a free prequel, reader offers and exclusive 'After The End' extras.

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LinTings
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this beautiful love story
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2021
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Yes, I admit I’m a romantic but surprisingly I’m not usually a big fan of romance novels. But when I do find one that grabs me from the beginning, as this one did, I enjoy every chapter. This was captivating and thoroughly enjoyable. I appreciate so much the faith and devotion to that which is simply stated. There’s no preaching, just a statement of fact and I love it. Great read for a Sunday afternoon!
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Julie P
4.0 out of 5 stars A charming story!
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2020
The Cottage of New Beginnings is a charming story about a woman who moves back into her childhood home and finds so much more than she is looking for. Eager to make a fresh start after a terrible break-up, Annie moves back to the quaint town where she grew up. Intent on fixing up and living in the house she inherited from her godmother, Annie almost immediately clashes with Jon, a popular local. As they grow to know each other and feelings develop, can Annie and Jon put their misgivings aside and take a chance on love?

A heart-warming story about finding love in the most unlikely of places, The Cottage of New Beginnings is the perfect book for readers who enjoy small-town romance. I enjoyed the romance between Annie and Jon, two kind and giving people who aren’t looking for love. They have great chemistry, and their stories are interesting. Both have scars from past relationships, and both are reluctant to trust and love deeply again. However, their feelings for each other are strong.

Annie is still recovering from a surprising break-up and feels fragile. She’s not used to being alone, and it takes time for her to build confidence and strength. The author shows how deep Annie’s wounds are, and how the town, her new friends, and potential love helps her to find herself and rediscover her roots.

I really like the small community of Thorndale. It is quaint and charming, much like it’s inhabitants, who are well-developed and interesting. Thorndale has changed since Annie last visited and has a modern vibe while still maintaining the older charm that Annie remembers from her childhood. I also like how the author introduces several unique and defined characters, some from Annie’s childhood and some connected to Jon. These old acquaintances and new friends add depth tot he story, and, as this is the first book in the series, I am eager to read more about these characters in future books. Thanks so much to the author and Rachel’s Random Resources for a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.
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Tasha
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2020
I finished The Cottage of New Beginnings by Suzanne Snow today, and I absolutely loved this book! I wasn't sure what to expect going in, as Suzanne Snow is a new author to me. The beautiful cover caught my attention, so I decided to give it a try. This book drew me right in from the start!

Snow had such a fantastic way of bringing Annie and Jon to life. Their chemistry growing rapidly from page to page. I flew through the book, as I couldn't wait to see what happened next! I hope we get to read more about Annie and Jon in coming books, as I didn't want their story to come to an end! Highly recommend!

Thank you to #NetGalley for a copy of #TheCottageofNewBeginnings in exchange for an honest review.
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@BookSmartKate
3.0 out of 5 stars a low-conflict novel without diving too deeply into emotions
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2023
ThSometimes, you find new genres or authors you love; other times, you discover things that aren't your cup of tea. It turns out that cozy, sweet, vaguely Christian romances maybe aren't my cup of tea. However, that doesn't mean this was a bad book; it just isn't what I enjoy in a book.

Fresh off being left by her fiancé, Annie returns to Thorndale, the village where she spent much of her childhood when she inherits her aunt's home. Looking to make a fresh start but swearing off men, Annie is conflicted about her growing attraction to Jon, the sweet, do-gooding village resident and heir to a large property, who has recently returned to Thorndale after spending most of his childhood with his mother in America. Over the course of the novel, Annie befriends the village minister and his wife, learns more about Jon's work in the community, and ultimately decides to take a leap of faith with Jon.

If you are looking for a low-conflict novel that scratches the surface of broken relationships and infertility without diving too deeply into those emotions, this light read set in a quaint English village might be the book for you.
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Sheri O'Neill
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2020
What a charming story! The tale begins with Annie's return to the cottage that her Godmother had left her in a bequest when she died. She returns to the cottage in order to escape heartbreak and a failed relationship. The cottage brings back many happy memories, as well as new friends. Annie feels like she never wants to give her heart away, ever again, but you never know who may be just around the corner. I loved the book and found that the storyline and the character development provided such interest that I had difficulty putting the book down. I really was looking forward to Sam having her baby. Please please write a followup!
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Alex
5.0 out of 5 stars Romantic and easy
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 4, 2024
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Lovely book to read and be warm with.
Nice plot no big drama just a flow that is interesting and takes the happy ever after nicely.😁
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Fefi73
3.0 out of 5 stars Great story. But it would have been helpful to know it was a Christian romance
Reviewed in Australia on January 5, 2024
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Lovely story. However it would have been helpful if the description included that it was a Christian romance.
Getting a lecture about how Jesus love saves in the middle of the book was a surprise. I do understand it was one of the characters talking to an audience. But it was meant for this audience too and I didn't care much for the message.
The author is a wonderful writer and I am sure there are many who would enjoy Christian romance but I wish I had of known so I had the option to decline.
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Pauline S
4.0 out of 5 stars Nice easy read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 4, 2023
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A pleasant, romantic story set in a rural village and following a fairly predictable formula. Some unnecessary clothing descriptions and a bit of a Christian theme running through it.
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Diana M. Hockley
4.0 out of 5 stars ENOYABLE
Reviewed in Australia on February 21, 2021
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I liked this book for its imagery, the characters - whom I could have slapped from time to time - who weren't as annoying as many in these situations.

The only thing I missed was the lack of pets in the story! I love reading about characters who have animals in their lives and I was astonished that - with all the nice vibes from this book - there were no animals involved.
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Skye Tilley
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 6, 2024
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Really good romantic book, absolutely gutted I will never know more about Annie and Jon’s new life!
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