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Fixing a Broken Heart at the Highland Repair Shop
The Highland Repair Shop (Book 1)
- Author
- Kiley Dunbar
- Narrator
- Kirsty Cox
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 24 July 2025
- Run Time
- 8 hours 22 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Full of heart, hope, and Highland charm - what a beautiful, uplifting book.' Sandy Barker
Every book in the Highland Repair Shop series can be read as a standalone.
Never take broken for an answer...
When her career stalls and her boyfriend betrays her, Ally McIntyre’s dreams shatter into a hundred little pieces. Which is apt, given Ally’s family has built a haven for the worn out and broken: the Cairn Dhu Community Repair Shop and Café in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, famous for its band of expert fixers (and delicious baking). But repairing gadgets and restoring heirlooms is one thing, fixing herself is quite another.
Jamie Beaton is on a temporary summer transfer to Cairn Dhu as a Special Constable, though there’s a deeper, sadder reason that’s drawn him to the Highlands. When a scandal threatens the repair shop and Ally and Jamie’s paths cross, an instant connection – and attraction – sparks. Could finding new love, and the missing piece of Jamie’s past, help Ally’s heart to heal?
As the long summer days draw in, however, Jamie must leave. An unexpected job offer also comes Ally’s way, which could take her far from the Highlands. Should she take a leap into the unknown? Where does she truly feel whole?
Full of wit, love and community spirit, this is the first novel in a gorgeously feel-good new series by bestselling author Kiley Dunbar.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Kiley Dunbar writes with such heart and warmth… this is a cosy inspiring treat!’ Victoria Walters
Praise for Kiley and Fixing a Broken Heart at the Highland Repair Shop:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A romantic treat' Heidi Swain
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' 💖 A perfect cosy read for fans of small-town settings, uplifting themes, and a healthy dose of Highland charm. Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I loved this book. It has characters you'll care about, a sense of place and atmosphere where you get to know the community. And intriguing heart-string-pulling storylines that keep you reading.' Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Full of romance, friendships, community and family... Joyful' Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is such a lovely book. Great characters and a warm community vibe to it plus a romance I rooted for from the start. A story to curl up and get cosy with! Left me with a smile on my face!' Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Pure escapism... I highly recommend this book to totally get lost in' Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Enchanting and endearing' Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A really lovely start to the series, a feel-good and uplifting story I thoroughly enjoyed, and a book I’d very much recommend to others.' Reader review
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Details
- Author
- Kiley Dunbar
- Narrator
- Kirsty Cox
- Duration
- 8 hours 22 minutes
- Release Date
- 24 July 2025
- ISBN
- 9781836566632
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
Synopsis
Dive into this BRAND-NEW delightfully heartwarming, uplifting romance set in the Scottish Highlands, perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan, Heidi Swain and the BBC's The Repair Shop ❤️🩹 🏴⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Full of heart, hope, and Highland charm - what a beautiful, uplifting book.' Sandy BarkerEvery book in the Highland Repair Shop series can be read as a standalone.Never take broken for an answer...When her career stalls and her boyfriend betrays her, Ally McIntyre’s dreams shatter into a hundred little pieces. Which is apt, given Ally’s family has built a haven for the worn out and broken: the Cairn Dhu Community Repair Shop and Café in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, famous for its band of expert fixers (and delicious baking). But repairing gadgets and restoring heirlooms is one thing, fixing herself is quite another.Jamie Beaton is on a temporary summer transfer to Cairn Dhu as a Special Constable, though there’s a deeper, sadder reason that’s drawn him to the Highlands. When a scandal threatens the repair shop and Ally and Jamie’s paths cross, an instant connection – and attraction – sparks. Could finding new love, and the missing piece of Jamie’s past, help Ally’s heart to heal?As the long summer days draw in, however, Jamie must leave. An unexpected job offer also comes Ally’s way, which could take her far from the Highlands. Should she take a leap into the unknown? Where does she truly feel whole?Full of wit, love and community spirit, this is the first novel in a gorgeously feel-good new series by bestselling author Kiley Dunbar.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Kiley Dunbar writes with such heart and warmth… this is a cosy inspiring treat!’ Victoria WaltersPraise for Kiley and Fixing a Broken Heart at the Highland Repair Shop:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A romantic treat' Heidi Swain⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ' 💖 A perfect cosy read for fans of small-town settings, uplifting themes, and a healthy dose of Highland charm. Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I loved this book. It has characters you'll care about, a sense of place and atmosphere where you get to know the community. And intriguing heart-string-pulling storylines that keep you reading.' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Full of romance, friendships, community and family... Joyful' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is such a lovely book. Great characters and a warm community vibe to it plus a romance I rooted for from the start. A story to curl up and get cosy with! Left me with a smile on my face!' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Pure escapism... I highly recommend this book to totally get lost in' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Enchanting and endearing' Reader review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A really lovely start to the series, a feel-good and uplifting story I thoroughly enjoyed, and a book I’d very much recommend to others.' Reader review
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