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Is there anything more tempting than a good book?

'Full of warmth' #1 Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde

When travel writer Jack Hartwell arrives on Puffin Island amidst a terrible storm, he stumbles into The Story Shop, the island's quaint bookshop.

Seeking refuge, he finds himself immersed in Amelia Brown's enchanting world of books, puffins, and an eccentric group of book club regulars. So when the enigmatic Amelia challenges Jack to read a mysterious novel The Temptation Bucket List – and to complete its challenges with her – he can’t resist.

But with Jack’s time on Puffin Island ticking away, the stakes rise. The final item on the list? To share a secret that no one else knows…

Readers have fallen in love with Puffin Island:

'The most wholesome, heartwarming, enchanting read … would highly recommend' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Christie Barlow never fails to capture the characters and bring them to life' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Christie draws you in and you never want to leave!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Absolutely gorgeous! Love the setting, love the characters … Highly recommended!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Christie Barlow you've done it again … Brilliant!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Puffin Island has a community we all wish to be a part of. Can't wait for the next visit'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Critics Review

‘Full of warmth, fun and feel-good factor’ Sunday Times bestseller Katie Fforde

‘Christie Barlow is one of the best writers in this genre’ Lorraine Rugman – The Book Review Café

‘Christie is an immensely talented author with the ability to spin words into heart-warming comedy gold’ Caroline Mitchell #1 bestselling author

‘Well-observed, highly-relatable and wickedly-funny’ Sunday Times bestseller Cathy Bramley

‘There’s always love, laughter and a happy-ever-after with Christie Barlow’s books!’ Mandy Baggot

‘What I absolutely love about the authors books is her attention to her characters, they are a joy to read about. they are so well developed by the end of the book you really do feel you are saying “goodbye” to old friends’ Lorraine Rugman – The Book Review Café

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