March 11, 2026 – My Sanctuary

Is your love life a bit of a disaster? You’re not alone…

When Fee finds herself drunk, dumped and directionless on Valentine’s Day, she stumbles across a flyer for a new club, for people united by heartbreak. Intrigued, she joins a motley group of strangers at a quiet Yorkshire wine bar the following Monday night.

There’s Margot, in the middle of a bitter divorce;

Annie, whose husband of forty years she suspects is having an affair;

Wren, quietly nursing her own romantic regrets;

and Fraser, who may have mistaken the group for a dating opportunity.

But what begins as a weekly wallow soon becomes something more, especially when the club starts an undercover operation to discover the truth about Annie’s husband and his infidelity.

For Fee, who’s only just holding on to any self-worth she had left, the Monday Night Heartbreak Club offers something she never expected: purpose, friendship and maybe even a fresh start.

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This is a warm, witty, and deeply human story about heartbreak, healing, and the unexpected families we build when life falls apart. Fee, fresh from a disastrous breakup and nursing a bruised heart (and hangover), stumbles into the quirky but welcoming circle of the Monday Night Heartbreak Club—a mismatched group of lonely souls united by disappointment in love.

Lovering’s signature humor and emotional insight shine as she introduces a cast of endearing characters: formidable Margot, sweet Annie, recently single Wren, cheeky Fraser, and Flynn, the sardonic bartender who brings charm and quiet depth. As the group rallies around Annie, their shared compassion and chaos transform them from strangers into a found family.

The novel perfectly balances laugh-out-loud moments with genuine emotional warmth. Beneath the banter lies a touching message about resilience, vulnerability, and learning to trust again. While there’s romance, the real love story is the one between friends who help each other rebuild.

Heartfelt, funny, and full of charm, The Monday Night Heartbreak Club is the literary equivalent of a comforting hug and a good laugh.

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She’s looking for writing inspiration, but she may just find Mr Right…

Laura Spalding has life all worked out: a flourishing writing career, a lovely home, a cute dog, and a handsome boyfriend Angus.

Then, plot twist, Angus walks out, leaving Laura with sole charge of Meg the dog, and a serious case of writer’s block. With the deadline on her latest novel looming, Laura gives in to her agent’s suggestion that she go on a writer’s retreat. Perhaps two weeks in the South of France will help her find inspiration again?

But when Laura arrives in the idyllic village of St-Antonin-Noble-Val, she’s surprised to discover the other guests are less than thrilled to have a published author in their mix. Only non-writer Finn is willing to give her the time of day, and they immediately become close. And, incredibly, Laura finds she can write again.

Then a surprise arrival at the retreat throws everything off course, and Laura realises that there’s more to life than professional success. Should she risk everything to follow her heart?

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My Review

This is a charming, easy-to-enjoy rom com that blends humor, heart, and a dash of escapism. The story follows Laura Spalding, a romance novelist whose seemingly perfect life crumbles when her boyfriend leaves her and her creative spark vanishes. Hoping to find inspiration—and perhaps herself—Laura joins a writer’s retreat in the South of France, where sunlit days, eccentric fellow writers, and an unexpected romantic spark begin to mend her bruised heart.

MacLeod’s writing is warm and witty, with plenty of feel-good moments and a cozy, escapist atmosphere. The French setting adds a lovely touch of wanderlust, while Laura’s journey of rediscovering her confidence and creativity feels genuine and relatable. Although the plot occasionally lingers and lacks deeper emotional tension, the story’s charm lies in its lighthearted optimism and likable cast.

Ideal for readers craving a gentle, uplifting escape rather than a high-drama romance, Happily Never After is a sweet, comforting read that celebrates resilience, friendship, and the idea that love—and inspiration—can find you when you least expect it.

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