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Living the Dream at Puddleduck Farm

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Love the Puddleduck Farm series and this is another great story.

We catch up with Phoebe, Sam and a host of other favourite people and animals. A really good, genuine read.

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Continuing the story of Phoebe and Puddleduck Farm the story brings us up to date with her and Sam's relationship, plus the others stories in the series.
True love never runs smooth, and Phoebe's and Sam's relationship is still not a forgone conclusion. There is a wedding being planned, pregnancies being announced and abandoned animals to be looked after, however the character I most felt for is Rufus. He is stifled by expectations as a member of the aristocracy, widowed but struggles with relationships and I was rooting for him throughout the story. Overall this is a series that I've really enjoyed and strongly recommend that you start from book one to have the full Puddleduck experience.
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book.

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I didn't realize this was part of a series when I picked this up. I had a hard time navigating the characters and everything going on, which made it a bit hard to enjoy the story in full. I do believe that this would have been an enjoyable experience had I read the previous books first. I did enjoy all the animals of the story and think the cover is so cute. Maybe I will pick this series up in the future and try again. Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for the opportunity to read and review this advanced copy.

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This book is the amazing next installment from the wonderful Puddleduck Farm series. Each book can easily be read as a stand alone but each one does include previous characters from the series.

I always love being back at Puddleduck Farm, it is such a wonderful place for a story to be set and i absolutely loved becoming immersed in this one!

I loved this book and all its wonderful characters too. It was a beautiful read, so heartwarming and emotional in places and was written really well too.

I am now going to go back and read all the books from this series that i have missed as i still need to get my Puddleduck Farm fix!!!

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Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for an early review copy.

Another fabulous book by Della Galton.

It was lovely to be back with the characters at Puddleduck Farm.

The vets surgery is still going well, but it doesn’t give Phoebe much time to spend with Sam.

Maggie is planning for her upcoming wedding, but keeps changing her mind about some aspects.

After some sad news, Rufus finds that he has some decisions to make.

We read about Sam’s Mom who is dealing with something which she doesn’t want her family to know about.

So much happening through the pages of this book, you just don’t want it to end.

I highly recommend this book.

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Brilliant to be back at Puddleduck this time with a few adventures going on. Phoebe's vets is going from strength to strength and her team is running like clockwork. Her grandmother is tying the knot and Tori her best friend is having a baby. Sam and her are having a great time exploring their new relationship and there is something happening up in the estate. Great to catch up with everyone and looking forward to the next visit.

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It was wonderful to be back in the lives of all those close to Puddleduck Farm.
Life at the vets surgery is going perfectly although Phoebe and Sam don't seem to have much time for each other, Maggie is planning her wedding but changing her mind every few days. Rufus has some life changing decisions to make and Sam's mum is battling a secret condition. But all the stories come together in a perfect cosy read. A lighthearted book with several funny moments, life is never serious for long. This series is similar to going to a friends for coffee and staying for wine and dinner because you don't want it to end

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It was great being back at Puddleduck Farm and Vets and catching up with all the realistic characters. Vet Phoebe is busier than ever and her relationship with Sam is going from strength to strength. There is also the fact that her Grandmother Maggie is getting married again and has become the tiniest bit of a bridezilla. As always though there is some drama and not everything is running smoothly for all of the local residents. Amongst other things Phoebe’s ex Rufus is struggling, something isn’t quite right with Sam’s mum Jan, and not forgetting the antics of all the animals! I have absolutely loved this series and feel and that even though there is drama and heartbreak along the way, this is a really warm and feel good read. Thanks to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for the ARC.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters were wonderful and their stories were wonderful and you really take them to your heart. Great friendships and the stories of the characters lives were heartwarming. It was difficult to put down.

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What a wonderful story! Phoebe and Sam, Tori and Harrison, and Maggie and Eddie all moving forward in their relationships. Rufus finding out how to live his own life. A mystery to solve. And lots of wonderful characters and animals. Well paced, easy reading. Although I haven't read the first 3 books in the series (a situation I intend to remedy asap), the story was really easy to pick up with plenty of explanation of how things had gotten to this point. It can be easily read as a standalone but I think reading the books in order will give a much richer experience. Really enjoyable.
Thanks to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

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Good to be back at Puddleduck farm again. I have read the others in the series but, if I’m honest, I’ve read so many other books in between that I had forgotten much of what had happened. However, the way this is written not only prompted my memory but also allows it to be read as a stand alone novel as the author adds small, naturally occurring, re-caps about certain characters or situations which not only help the storyline grow but also enables a greater reader understanding.
I did enjoy that, like the other books, there are at least two storylines running concurrently as this increases interest throughout the book.
I do hope there is another book to come, with wedding bells ringing and confetti falling once again at Puddleduck farm.

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I have to say, I was shocked and saddened when I found out that this is the last book in the Puddleduck Farm series. I’ve only reviewed the first one and loved it. I have to go back and catch up on the books I missed. It’s such a well written series that I want to experience all the books in order now.

I just love Phoebe and Sam, and am a horse lover, so the pony incident and every reference to horses and/or ponies as well as riding them was a winner for me. The New Forest is an iconic and idyllic place, and I have never forgotten a visit there during a past vacation. Pheobe’s passion for her job is just as awe inspiring as in the first book.

I was glad Rufus had some developments in his life. I was concerned for Jan and her health and pleased and humbled at howeveryone rallied around to help her.

Living the Dream at Puddleduck Farm is the perfect finale to the series and I am sad it has ended.

Thanks to Della Galton, Boldwood Books and Rachel’s Random Resources for my eARC in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.

5 stars

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I do enjoy this series its so lovely. The vets, the animals and the romance. I hope there is more to come as I want to read more about Puddleduck farm. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.
What a cute and fun book. I love the farm aspect of it since I own a horse farm.
I am definitely going to be reading more books in this series. Loved it.

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veterinarian, series, England, friendship, friends, rural, relationships, The New Forest, romance, women's-fiction, love, family*****

Phoebe has finally realized that your best friend (Sam) can also be your lifetime partner/husband (Sam). Sam has loved her and wanted to marry her forever, but Phoebe seemed unaware of this aspect of their relationship. The story is gentle and a really pleasant way to unwind. I love this series!
I requested and received a free e-book copy from Boldwood Books via NetGalley. Thank you!

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I loved being back at Puddleduck Farm. I’m so happy to see Maggie get married and be so happy, she is such a great character and I love how she tackles life.

Phoebe and Sam are great characters too, they are such a great match and it was nice to see them having issues that are so common in new couples. They had insecurities and hopes and dreams they didn’t quite want to share for fear of rejection. Seeing them navigate these issues made them so much more relatable.

Seeing Rufus take control of his life and decide that love trumps all was great, I’m really pleased that he got to find love and what a great match he found.

The issue with Jan was very sensitively done and it was really interesting to read, I loved all the support sheets given, such understanding family and friends.

I can’t wait to see what happens next in this series.

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The sweet grand finale of the Puddleduck Farm series. I enjoyed the wrap up of this final installment along with some divergent storylines that tied everything up in a neat bow. Certainly should read in order, as the development of the characters and their relationships is already set.

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1.5/5. To be honest this book was really boring and there were so many characters to keep track of. I went in expecting a romance but it wasn’t. I think if a book is marketed as a romance it should have more focus on the actual romance. I didn’t like the plot but I did like the writing. The writing was nice.

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I must admit I thought not anther Puddleduck Farm book but wow I loved it. Phoebe is a great character and the plans for her grans wedding are great. Her relationship with Sam made you happy . We all have juggled work and a new relationship and it is not easy
Rufus story was good and the twist in that was not what you expected.. A neat ending. A much enjoyed read

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I have been an avid fan of this series since it started following the lives of Phoebe in the New Forest . She’s now got her established vet practice and is settled.
What will happen in the next part?

Enjoyable as always.

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