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The House of Second Chances

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A page-turning historical mystery, perfect for readers of Eve Chase, Lulu Taylor and Rachel Burton.

If you save a crumbling mansion, will it mend a broken heart?

A month ago, Amy Wood had her perfect home, perfect boyfriend and perfect job in London. Now she’s broken-hearted, living in her parents’ tiny bungalow, and working in an estate agents in Bath.

But Amy gets a new lease on life when she undertakes to sell Rosemont Hall, a crumbling Georgian mansion riddled with woodworm, dry rot – and secrets.

Amy searches for the perfect owner to restore the house to its former glory, but time is running out for Rosemont Hall. As Amy clashes with unscrupulous property developers and the enigmatic heir to the house, she begins to uncover pieces of the past that some people would rather remain hidden.

Can Amy unlock the secret of Rosemont Hall and find the keys to her own happy ending?

Readers love The House of Second Chances:

'The mystery that runs through the novel really drew me in' Reader Review

'I loved reading this book. It had everything, humour, romance, heartbreak and above all a great story.' Reader Review

'Absolutely loved this book. I admit to a passion for old houses and restoration, so it was right up my street, but the writing hooked me from the first page. I didn't want the story to end' Reader Review

'If you love looking around stately homes and old houses and wondering about the secrets that they keep, you'll enjoy this.' Reader Review

'The mystery behind Rosemont Hall kept me turning the pages until the end.' Reader Review

Please note: This book was previously published as Finding Home

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