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The Dog Sitter

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What to expect

One dog. Two strangers. An unfurgettable romance.

Wanted: someone nice, normal and trustworthy to housesit a beautiful cottage in the Lake District while the owner is away on a business trip. Must like dogs.

Wanting to escape from crap bosses and useless boyfriends, Becky jumps at the chance of the perfect escape – rest, relaxation and dog-sitting a very cute pooch called Bella!

But looking after Bella comes with a catch, namely gorgeous, brooding, Chris Hemsworth-worthy Ash James, who claims Bella is his dog and will stop at nothing to get her back!

Becky’s not about to hand over lovely Bella to any Tom, Dick or Ash. She’s determined to watch every move Ash James makes…even if it gets her very hot under the collar.

Readers are LOVING Bella’s story:

‘I was hooked straight away… If you are in need of a pick me up then this is a book for you’ Ann

This was SO fun! I couldn’t put it down and finished it in one weekend…I loved the main characters’ chemistry!!’ Carlene

I binged the entirety of this book in one sitting…I felt a smile on my face through the entire thing’ Courtney

The romance made me laugh, the puppy made me smile and that’s all i ask for in a book

Wow! What a book! … perfect for the current climate’ Georgina

Fun and romantic …The couple had great chemistry, and I particularly enjoyed that they made each other comfortable and happy being who they were’ Lu

‘A great escapist romp of a read’ Sarah

‘Funny, lighthearted, and a delightful read’ Lilac

‘A fun and quick read about following your heart, believing in love, and being true to who you are’ Julie

‘A lovely setting full of romance, comedy and of course puppy love’ Isabel

‘Perfect for cozy nights with a glass of wine’ Alice

‘A fun, feel good romance!’ Michelle

‘Just finished this brilliant ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️read…uplifting and enjoyable’ Helen

‘I loved everything about this and will be recommending it to friends and family!’ Jessica

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