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Where Happy Begins
- Author
- Maxine Morrey
- Narrator
- Gloria Sanders
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 12 May 2026
- Run Time
- 10 hours 12 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
When Emmeline Buchanan grows weary of her city career, she decides to make a huge change by taking a job as a gardener at the gorgeous stately home, Ashington House. Sure, she may have told a little white lie about having a horticultural degree, but this is her summer to embrace happiness.
Welcomed with open arms by the lady of the house, Emmy is looking forward to a season of flowers and sunshine. So she is flabbergasted when Lady Penelope, desperate to save face with a nightmare neighbour, announces that her son, Edward, the Lord of the Manor no less, and Emmeline are engaged.
Desperate to keep her job, Emmy agrees to keep up the pretence, but as the summer days draw longer and she spends more time with Edward, she realises she may have made a big mistake. Because under the veneer of a slightly awkward country gent is hidden a devastatingly handsome and heart-achingly kind man. How is Emmy meant to walk away when the summer draws to an end…
A hug of a book – guaranteed to fill you with sunshine. Perfect for all fans of Milly Johnson, Cathy Bramley and Jill Mansell.
Readers love Maxine Morrey:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another unputdownable emotional rollercoaster of a book guaranteed to put a big smile on your face and give you all the feels. Every Maxine Morrey book is a treat from beginning to end and they just keep getting better!’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I love Maxine's books and feel this one of her best that I have read. An uplifting book with wonderful narratives and descriptions. Highly recommend.’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Maxine made the characters alive from page one. She deals with heartbreak, love and loss in a most beautiful manner and expresses the emotions and motivation of each one in no uncertain terms.’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A wonderful read with heart warming moments with such lovely characters that you can imagine being there with everyone! A beautiful read!’
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I just love Maxine Morrey books they are like a big hug. I would highly recommend reading this book if you love a good heartwarming read.’
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Details
- Author
- Maxine Morrey
- Narrator
- Gloria Sanders
- Duration
- 10 hours 12 minutes
- Release Date
- 12 May 2026
- ISBN
- 9781837511563
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Romance, Contemporary romance, Family life fiction, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Sense of place, Fiction: general and literary
Synopsis
Read Yourself Happy with the BRAND NEW warm, uplifting and joyful story from Maxine Morrey. Perfect for fans of Milly Johnson, Cathy Bramley and Jill Mansell. ❤️ 💫When Emmeline Buchanan grows weary of her city career, she decides to make a huge change by taking a job as a gardener at the gorgeous stately home, Ashington House. Sure, she may have told a little white lie about having a horticultural degree, but this is her summer to embrace happiness.Welcomed with open arms by the lady of the house, Emmy is looking forward to a season of flowers and sunshine. So she is flabbergasted when Lady Penelope, desperate to save face with a nightmare neighbour, announces that her son, Edward, the Lord of the Manor no less, and Emmeline are engaged.Desperate to keep her job, Emmy agrees to keep up the pretence, but as the summer days draw longer and she spends more time with Edward, she realises she may have made a big mistake. Because under the veneer of a slightly awkward country gent is hidden a devastatingly handsome and heart-achingly kind man. How is Emmy meant to walk away when the summer draws to an end…A hug of a book – guaranteed to fill you with sunshine. Perfect for all fans of Milly Johnson, Cathy Bramley and Jill Mansell.Readers love Maxine Morrey:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Another unputdownable emotional rollercoaster of a book guaranteed to put a big smile on your face and give you all the feels. Every Maxine Morrey book is a treat from beginning to end and they just keep getting better!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I love Maxine's books and feel this one of her best that I have read. An uplifting book with wonderful narratives and descriptions. Highly recommend.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Maxine made the characters alive from page one. She deals with heartbreak, love and loss in a most beautiful manner and expresses the emotions and motivation of each one in no uncertain terms.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A wonderful read with heart warming moments with such lovely characters that you can imagine being there with everyone! A beautiful read!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I just love Maxine Morrey books they are like a big hug. I would highly recommend reading this book if you love a good heartwarming read.’
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