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'Heart-warming, fun and romantic. Marley and Me fans will love it' (Closer )
'A contemporary Bridget Jones, but with canines instead of chardonnay.' (Stylist )
'Fluffy and heartwarming, this is the perfect read for a cold winter's night' (News of the World )
'A charming read' (Star )
'This heartwarming tale is sure to please' (Take A Break )
'I adored this juicy novel... you'll be swept off your feet' (Louise Bagshawe on THE BALLROOM CLASS )
'A charming, heartwarming, entertaining read' (Glamour on THE BALLROOM CLASS )
'Warm and romantic.' (Elle on THE BALLROOM CLASS )
'If you enjoy reading about relationships and all the complexities that go with them then this is for you.' (Trashionista on THE BALLROOM CLASS )
'A contemporary Bridget Jones, but with canines instead of chardonnay.' (Stylist )
'Fluffy and heartwarming, this is the perfect read for a cold winter's night' (News of the World )
'A charming read' (Star )
'This heartwarming tale is sure to please' (Take A Break )
'It's funny and charming... a fabulous story that you won't want to put down, guaranteed to warm the heart of even the most devout non-dog person'
(Bookbag )'I adored this juicy novel... you'll be swept off your feet' (Louise Bagshawe on THE BALLROOM CLASS )
'A charming, heartwarming, entertaining read' (Glamour on THE BALLROOM CLASS )
'Warm and romantic.' (Elle on THE BALLROOM CLASS )
'If you enjoy reading about relationships and all the complexities that go with them then this is for you.' (Trashionista on THE BALLROOM CLASS )
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ROMANTIC NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2010.
When the abandoned strays from a local dogs' home are matched with brand new owners, it turns out it might not just be the dogs who need rescuing.
Rachel's aunt has left her a house, a Border Collie and, despite knowing nothing about dogs, a crowded kennels. But since her life has collapsed she's not sure she can deal with any more lost souls.
Zoe's ex-husband has given their children a puppy. The kids are in love, but she's the one stuck training Toffee the impossible Labrador. She's nearly at the end of her tether - until Toffee leads her to a handsome doctor...
Meanwhile Natalie and Johnny's marriage hasn't been easy since they started trying for a baby. But is a fridge-raiding, sofa-stealing Basset hound like Bertie really the child substitute they're looking for?
As the new owners' paths cross on the town's dog-walking circuits, their lives become interwoven. And they - and their dogs - learn some important lessons about loyalty, companionship and unconditional love . . .
When the abandoned strays from a local dogs' home are matched with brand new owners, it turns out it might not just be the dogs who need rescuing.
Rachel's aunt has left her a house, a Border Collie and, despite knowing nothing about dogs, a crowded kennels. But since her life has collapsed she's not sure she can deal with any more lost souls.
Zoe's ex-husband has given their children a puppy. The kids are in love, but she's the one stuck training Toffee the impossible Labrador. She's nearly at the end of her tether - until Toffee leads her to a handsome doctor...
Meanwhile Natalie and Johnny's marriage hasn't been easy since they started trying for a baby. But is a fridge-raiding, sofa-stealing Basset hound like Bertie really the child substitute they're looking for?
As the new owners' paths cross on the town's dog-walking circuits, their lives become interwoven. And they - and their dogs - learn some important lessons about loyalty, companionship and unconditional love . . .
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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I loved Lucy Dillon's last book, Ballroom Class - I think she captures complicated couples really well - so I was excited about this new one. I think it's even better. As well as the really well-drawn characters, there are genuine ups and downs in their stories and some real tension. Lucy Dillon doesn't shy away from really difficult issues that other books prefer not to mention, while still weaving a heartfelt and warm story, where you actually care what is going to happen. It's feel-good, but not completely unrealistic fantasy, which is a great combination. I think the other thing that makes the book stand out from others of its genre is the way she bothers writing well-rounded older characters - she doesn't resort to stereotypes or just wheel them in for comic effect. It's a great warm Christmas-season read, proving everyone has a perfect match - just not the obvious one.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What a great 'afternoon curled on the sofa' read. I just wanted something light to read and chose it by the cover really, but was surprised at how quickly I was drawn into the world of Longhampton and its inhabitants. It's not overly light and fluffy, it's a mix of real romance and real affection and real life too - it's not all about whether the girl gets the boy, although of course it has an element of that. I liked the 'skeletons in the closet' aspect as well. I'm not a dog person which almost put me off - but you don't have to be!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have just - reluctantly! - finished this book and absolutely loved it. Being a great dog lover myself, I found the story very addictive and really loved all the characters too. Lucy Dillon writes beautifully and creates wonderfully detailed characters. My heart went out to Natalie and Johnny, Zoe and her two sons, Rachel and George (not to mention Gem, Bertie, Lulu and so on!). You can tell that Lucy is an animal lover too, as she creates such lovely canine characters, as well as the human ones. I didn't want the book to end and hope there might be a sequel soon, as I'd really like to know what happened to them all after the last page of this truly terrific book. Well done Lucy and please keep on writing your beautiful books!
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A 'can't put down' book
If, as I have, you have taken in a rescue dog which has become part of the family and given so much love to us all and you enjoy a light read, you will be hooked on this book. Read more
Published 15 days ago by S. Broom
Matchmaking with a twist
A heartwarming story about Rachel, a city girl, adapting to and eventually flourishing in her new life running a dog rescue operation. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sid
Fantastic
Brilliant, a great read loved it, its along book and usually im not great at reading eg I get bored half way through but this book was fantastic from start to end. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Gemma
an addictive way to escape!
This is the first book by Lucy Dillion that I have read and I can't wait until I read more! The Characters are relateable and the stories that they have to tell are heart breaking... Read more
Published 5 months ago by distraction
Heartwarming doggy tale
I stumbled across Lucy Dillon's work when I was searching the internet for my favourite type of book (chick lit of course) combined with one of my favourite things in the world... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Becky (Chick Lit Central)
Love, love, love
Lucy Dillon manages to combine pets, romance and some heavier 'life' issues in this pretty little package of a book. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Vivienne
Adorable read
I loved this book; it is a wonderfully easy read and a fab story. If you love dogs (as I do) this one is for you. Read more
Published 10 months ago by PaulineJay
Enjoyable and light-hearted read!
I read the first part of the book a few chapters at a time, then suddenly I was rushing ahead and desperate to know more about the characters and their lovely dogs. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Stacey
Lost dogs and lonely hearts.
I am afraid it made cry in parts of it.Not the books fault.Just had my dog put to sleep so perhaps not the best subject. Read more
Published 13 months ago by goldenoldie
Loved it!
You don't have to be a mad dog lover to appreciate this book - but it helps! I thought it was nicely written and it was a real page turner. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Nicola Halliday
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