Will her new love story be the one she’s read before?
A decade after they said goodbye after graduation, old friends Harri and Annie reunite in the beautiful village of Clove Lore in Devon – what more could these bookworms want than a holiday running the tumbledown bookshop?
Unbeknownst to Annie, Harri is arriving with a bruised heart after the end of his long-term relationship, while Annie is running away from painful memories in Texas.
Elsewhere in Clove Lore, the mysterious owner of Castle Lore has died, causing much gossip in the village. When Harri and Annie are sent to investigate the huge Gothic library, they find themselves locked in overnight and soon, are discovering their connection might be more than just good friends…
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In At the Borrow a Bookshop, Kiley Dunbar once again weaves warmth, charm, and literary magic into a delightful tale of second chances and rekindled connections. Set in the picturesque village of Clove Lore, this new chapter in the beloved series follows Harri and Annie—a pair of once-close university friends—who reunite after a decade apart to run a bookshop and café together.
Harri and Annie’s relationship forms the heart of the story. Their emotional journey—from nostalgia and unspoken regrets to the slow blooming of something more—is crafted with tenderness and believability. The friends-to-lovers arc is especially satisfying, layered with shared memories, hesitant affection, and the quiet tension of what could have been. Dunbar explores their romantic chemistry gently, giving space for each character to grow individually while allowing their bond to flourish.
Surrounding them is a delightful supporting cast and the cozy Clove Lore community, which adds depth and warmth to the narrative. As always, themes of belonging, healing, and the transformative power of books are central. The café/bookshop setting offers the perfect metaphor: a place where stories are shared, lives are nourished, and love finds its way back.
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