New starts and hopeful hearts…
At 25, Daisy May’s life is not living up to expectations. Her childhood dreams of being an artist feel as unachievable as a committed relationship or managing to save enough money for a deposit on a house. But a surprise inheritance could change all that.
After Daisy learns she’s now the new owner of a forty-foot narrow boat, she sets out for Wildflower Lock, where the fresh country breeze and the calm water is enough to assure her everything will be okay.
With the help of the ruggedly attractive, yet grumpy riverman, Theo, she begins to work on her new home, the September Rose. Can she breathe new life into the old boat and learn to navigate not only the canals themselves, but also the people who live there? Or will the whole venture pull her under?
Published Date: 14 July 2023
My Review
Daisy May, at 25, craves a more meaningful life, steering away from her childhood aspiration of becoming an artist. Despite a distant connection with her mother, Daisy finds comfort in two close friends. The unexpected inheritance of a houseboat named September Rose introduces her to Theo, a brusque yet captivating Riverman, following an accidental boarding of the wrong vessel. Confronting work challenges and escalating rent, Daisy opts to refurbish the houseboat for potential resale. However, as she delves into the project and bonds with fellow boat inhabitants, she discovers concealed facets of herself and her family, unveiling longstanding secrets her mother may be concealing. The lively interaction between Daisy and Theo enriches this captivating narrative, although the somewhat abrupt conclusion sparks curiosity, hinting at the possibility of a sequel.
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