Cleo Quinn doesn't have the greatest track record when it comes to men, but now Will's come along she has every reason to be optimistic. Handsome, attentive and an absolute gentleman when it comes to her questionable cooking skills, he could be her Mr Right. Things are definitely looking up for Cleo... apart from one small problem with a rather large ego. Johnny LaVenture, sculptor extraordinaire and her personal childhood nemesis, is back in Channing's Hill and tormenting her as if he'd never been away.

Meanwhile Cleo's sister Abbie has a problem of her own - husband Tom has become distant and withdrawn, and she's determined to find out why. But will the shocking truth mean the end of their idyllically happy marriage?

The sisters are about to discover that the past can come back to haunt you, and that love can flourish in the unlikeliest of places...

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Hot Brands Verdict
Jill Mansell’s books always have a pace to them that makes them very difficult to put down, her characters are always very believable, and you care about what happens to them. This is another very readable novel, with twists and unexpected turns until you get to a very satisfying feel good ending. Perfect for weekend reading. We loved it!