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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