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Saffron Lane

From the multi-million copy bestselling author
By Anna Jacobs
Series: Peppercorn
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Saffron Lane by Anna Jacobs is a heartwarming romance set in the picturesque backdrop of Lancashire. The story follows the intertwining lives of residents in a developing community where individuals, both new and long-standing, face personal challenges and form connections. At the heart of the tale is an exploration of friendship, love, and the healing power of starting anew amidst life's ups and downs.
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This heartwarming tale of resilience and community may appeal to you if you enjoy stories about new beginnings and the power of friendships. Set in a charming village, it intertwines romance with personal growth, offering an uplifting escape into a world where characters find hope and love in unexpected places.

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Book three in Anna Jacobs' contemporary Wiltshire-set series.

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Nell has come to feel very at home in her beautiful corner of Wiltshire with her partner Angus. What she could do with, however, is a challenge, and the prospect of bringing life back to an abandoned row of houses, Saffron Lane, is just what she's looking for.

Stacy, lost and alone after a divorce she didn't see coming, is trying her best to start over. And Elise, battling her nieces who would force her into residential care, longs for a home where she can get back to her painting.

When their paths cross, the future starts to look brighter although not all goes according to plan.

Series: Peppercorn

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  • Cinnamon Gardens
    Now that Nell's three sons are qualified and in work, she's ready to build a new life for herself. She's been left a house in England by an elderly aunt and decides to leave Australia for a while. Her younger sons need to learn to stand on their own feet and her ex can keep an eye on them. When...
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  • Peppercorn Street
    Peppercorn Street
    Janey is 18 and all alone apart from her baby daughter. Disowned by her family, she is forced to move into a small flat on Peppercorn Street and learn to survive by herself. Just as her new life starts to show promise, events from her past catch up with her. Nicole is renting one of the new luxury flats on...
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  • Bay Tree Cottage
    The houses in Saffron Lane are being filled with artists, thanks to the efforts of Nell and Angus. Ginger doesn't win a place there, but she gets a job running the small café and art gallery, taking refuge there from her abusive, bully of a son. When she meets Iain, sparks fly between them, marking the first time she's felt...
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  • Saffron Lane
    Nell has come to feel very at home in her beautiful corner of Wiltshire with her partner Angus. What she could do with, however, is a challenge, and the prospect of bringing life back to an abandoned row of houses, Saffron Lane, is just what she's looking for. Stacy, lost and alone after a divorce she didn't see coming, is...
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Saffron Lane is praised for its engaging characters and lively dialogue, making it a delightful read, particularly suitable for unwinding after a busy day. Anna Jacobs continues to captivate readers, offering an enjoyable escape with her storytelling.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9780749020408

Publisher: Allison & Busby

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 March 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Allison & Busby

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 352

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Anna Jacobs Fiction General Fiction Romance Series: Peppercorn

About the Author

Anna Jacobs is the author of eighty novels and is addicted to storytelling. She grew up in Lancashire, emigrated to Australia in the 1970s and writes stories set in both countries.

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