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A Scottish Country Escape

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I really enjoyed this story of love, loss, family and community. Elle and Dexter were intriguing characters and the plot gently unravelled to reveal the secrets and history of Fir Haven. A rather lovely, easy and warm read.

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***A Scottish Country Escape revolves around a small Scottish town known for its now threatened nature preserve, a well known crime writer who thinks he has writer’s block because he’s been cursed, a grandmother who is being less than helpful and a granddaughter who is attempting to open a business. The story advanced slowly for this reader who often felt bogged down by the wordiness and false starts before the main theme was revealed. A little mystery, a little romance and a lot of words that often were frustrating. The ending was satisfying but the journey was tiring. I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book from NetGalley.

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Lovely book. Elle decides to change her parents shop into a stationary shop. Dexter Grayling has bought old council offices but doesn't endear himself to anyone. He ends up with a curse on him and Elle tries to help him

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The story of Elle and Dexter set in the beautiful Scottish countryside. I loved it! A heartwarming and funny romance with fab characters, great dialogue and the ending??? Well no spoilers from me, you’ll have to read it to find out.

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A nice story about a small town and the history as it twists around a family with special powers. Elle is still grieving the loss of her parents and the breakup with her boyfriend. And now the beautiful town nature preserve is at risk of being destroyed. Elle begins to move on, find love and learn about the strange history.

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I like a slow burner of a book, you kind of know where the ending is going to be but you enjoy the journey meandering to get to it.
This book was an immensely enjoyable meander. The scenery and seasons were spectacular and this was a gorgeously written book.
Thank you netgalley for this arc in exchange for an honest review.

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Leonie has unfortunately been made redundant at her job as a journalist, she spots an advert for an investigative journalist with a glossy womens magazine.so applies for it. Unfortunately the job she is offered is for a beauty reporter. As jobs are thin on the ground she decides to accept even though beauty isn't exactly her thing.
As she tries to settle into her job events start unfolding when she discovers a house in the woods and her journalistic instincts kick in, and a tale of love and loss unfolds
Loved it, didn't want to put it down

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What I thought was going to be a run of the mill romance turned out to be a really good read! Elle has lost her parents and starts a new business....and by chance meets Dexter, a handsome author.
All sorts of events occur, a curse, building proposals on a beautiful nature reserve..which leads Elle to look in to past history and try to resolve all the problems that seem to be surrounding her. A great read. Highly recommend.

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I honestly liked this book, but I expected a little bit more. It was cute and compelling, but missing that extra oomph for me.

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This book was a quick and fun read. Quirky storyline and characters made it all the better. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys romance, mystery and touch of the supernatural

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