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Freya North (Author)
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Book Description

Release Date: 21 Jun 2012

Everybody’s talking – but what’s really going on?

Rumour has it that Stella Hutton landed her new job thanks to family connections. She’s guarded about her past and private about her new life.

Over in Long Dansbury, there’s always a rumour circulating about Xander – but the eligible bachelor shrugs off village gossip.

Then a rumour starts that Longbridge Hall is up for sale. Home to the eccentric Fortescues, it has dominated Long Dansbury lives for centuries.

Stella is summoned to sell the estate. But Xander grew up there. His secrets and memories are not for sale. He’ll do anything to stand in Stella’s way. Anything but fall in love.

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  • Paperback: 496 pages
  • Publisher: Harper (21 Jun 2012)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 000732670X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0007326709
  • Product Dimensions: 13 x 3 x 19.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (88 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 47,461 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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‘This will make you smile, sigh and cheer as this story proves love can be found in the most unexpected places’ Sunday Express

‘An addictive read that encompasses the stuff life is made of: love, sex, fidelity and, above all, friendship’ Glamour

‘An original, direct, funny voice’ Independent on Sunday

‘The novel is peopled by rich and rare characters … a delicious creation, sparkling in every sense’ Daily Express

About the Author

Freya North's first novel, Sally, was published to great acclaim while she was still in her twenties. Her subsequent books, Chloe, Polly, Cat, Fen, Pip, Love Rules, Home Truths, Pillow Talk, Secrets and Chances have all been bestsellers. In 2008 Freya North won the RNA Book of the Year award with Pillow Talk and was shortlisted in 2012 for Chances. She lives in Hertfordshire with her family.

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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing and bland 29 Jun 2012
By J. Morgan
Format:Paperback
I will start off by saying I've always been a big Freya North fan and I own every book she's written. I adored Love Rules, Pillow Talk and Fen, and I really enjoyed all her books named after the heroine, they were all different. Unfortunately I feel really disappointed by the last two books (Chances and Rumours). I would say, actually, that the last three books could have all been written from the same template. The heroes and heroines seem very similar to each other and her last two books in particular have lacked grit which has meant they have felt worryingly like bland chick lit (which I tend to avoid like the plague in favour of something more interesting and gritty). Stella and Vita (from Chances) could easily be the same person: the quirky, rather shy, innocent Gamine who shops in M&S, uses old-fashioned "endearing" phrases and wears plain white cotton underwear (from M&S, natch). There was not enough suspense and there was no "will-they-won't-they?" It was assumed from the outset they would get together and stay together and everyone seemed very happy for them - it was all a bit too bland in contrast to Love Rules which kept you guessing up until the last page.

I didn't like how the characters interacted and the sex was lacking. There wasn't much of it, and what there was seemed a bit cringey and not very romantic. I would go as far as to say it felt clunky.

Ultimately this book is a light-hearted read, but lacks depth, grit, twists, good sex, original characters and a compelling story line. The characters are too similar to previous offerings, particularly the heroine. I'm really sorry Freya!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great reading 4 Mar 2013
By Jan Turner
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
I thought it was great, couldn't put it down, didn't want it to end. She is such a good writer.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Feel good book. 1 Mar 2013
By Mrs D M Short
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Nice, happy, feel good book. I enjoyed reading Rumours. I had read entire book within a week. I would buy another freya North book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
Excellent chic book. I loved it and couldn't put it down. Would make a good chic flic or mini series :-)
Published 2 days ago by christine weston
3.0 out of 5 stars Same old, Same old..
As a fan who owns every Freya North, I was looking forward to this...I bought the kindle version as I was travelling. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Beth Haydon
5.0 out of 5 stars Review of rumours
Good read started a little slow the characters seem a little unreal but good. It would have been nice to have some of the sub plots completed, the others in the Estate Agents and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sue
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous :)
Lovely book with a page turning story that doesn't keep you waiting and waiting, well written and with such loveable characters, I could not put it down :)
Published 2 months ago by Mrs A J Pelling
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Yet another great book, I am now looking for the next one to read. They keep me interested do much that I can't put them down.
Published 2 months ago by Lynn L
5.0 out of 5 stars Freya North does it again!!!!
I absolutely love Freya North's books and this book just confirmed what I love about them, they are fun, sexy, cringy at times and different from the many books I have read and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Natalie
5.0 out of 5 stars Another winner from Mz North
A romantic novel. Characters develop nicely as the book progresses and it has comic and poignant moments. A good read.
Published 3 months ago by Dullard
3.0 out of 5 stars Rumors
I have read a few of Freya North's books and really enjoyed them. This one however I have struggled with. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Karen Gooderham
5.0 out of 5 stars Light hearted read
A typical north! light hearted and an easy read for a busy mummy! I always enjoy a good chick flick book
Published 3 months ago by Holly
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read
The characters in Rumours compliment each other perfectly. The story is well thought out and flows nicely from chapter to chapter.
I couldn't put it down
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