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Shooting Stars over the Highlands

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The BRAND NEW uplifting, feel-good romantic read from bestselling author Lisa Hobman šŸ’«šŸ“ó §ó ¢ó ³ó £ó “ó æ Must-read for fans of Jessica Redland, Julie Shackman and Eliza J. Scott!

What would you wish for if you had one chance?

Esme Cassidy had two dreams growing up: to be a famous film star, and to own Drumblair Castle.

Sadly, overly cautious parents put paid to a career in front of the camera, instead encouraging her to study towards a ā€˜proper job’, and Lady Olivia MacBain is the current custodian of ā€˜her castle’.

After graduating and a year travelling, Esme returns home broken-hearted and throws herself into her new role as Lady Olivia’s PA at Drumblair Castle. It’s not quite her original dream but at least she’s living at the castle in one of the estate cottages with her housemate and friend, handsome, yet quirky, groundsman Judd.

With the news that the castle will be used as a film set for a period movie, Esme gets to witness first-hand the career she missed out on. And with her teenage crush in the starring role, she can’t believe her luck. But he wouldn’t be interested in a girl like her, surely?

Perfect for the fans of Alison Sherlock, Jessica Redland and Fay Keenan

Praise for Lisa Hobman:

'Involving and intriguing!' - Sue Moorcroft

'Heart-warming and sometimes heart-wrenching journey of discovery' - Heidi Swain

'I love it! - A feel-good, uplifting story of lost love and second chances...' - Holly Martin

'I loved the book. It’s a captivating story with a relatable heroine and beautifully vivid settings. A perfect holiday read!' - Darcie Boleyn

'Simply gorgeous’ - Jessica Redland

'A really uplifting, feel-good read about hope and love that really did warm my heart.' - Kim Nash

'A gorgeous, heart-warming romantic journey, reminds us to never give up on love...' - Lucy Coleman

'You will fall in love with this story of fresh starts and mending broken hearts' - Mandy Baggot

'Be prepared to fall in love over and over again.' - Nancy Barone

'What a beautiful read' - Sarah Bennett

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