October 10, 2026 – My Sanctuary

Beatrice Norton is a country girl. Working on a farm by day and pulling pints at the Big Apple pub by night, her simple life suits her just fine.

Arthur Redgrave is city boy. Raised in luxury by acting royalty, he dreams of conquering the Big Apple – New York – and isn’t afraid to trade off his parents’ name to get there.

But fed up with his entitled attitude, his parents ship him off to his dad’s childhood farm for a reality check. Tasked with showing Arthur the ropes, Beatrice finds herself stuck with man who can’t tell a pitchfork from a salad fork.

Despite their efforts to remain at odds, Arthur finds himself respecting the straight-talking farm girl and Beatrice wonders whether there’s more beneath his polished (and handsome) exterior. Can love bridge the gap between rural roots and big-city dreams, or will their hearts remain worlds apart?

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This book is about Arthur, a man overwhelmed by fame and the weight of family expectations, finding refuge in the English countryside, where an unexpected connection with Beatrice and the rhythms of farm life begin to heal the parts of himself he thought were lost.

Megan Clawson delivers a charming opposites-attract romance that balances humor, tenderness, and emotional depth. Arthur and Beatrice are both carrying disappointments and dreams that have not unfolded as they once imagined, making their journey toward happiness feel authentic and deeply relatable. Their growing relationship unfolds at a gentle pace, allowing readers to savour every meaningful moment.

Beatrice is an especially easy heroine to connect with, and Arthur’s vulnerability adds warmth and heart to the story. Together, they form a couple whose chemistry feels natural and heartfelt.

The idyllic countryside setting, quirky supporting cast, and strong themes of found family create an atmosphere that is both comforting and immersive. This book is a beautifully paced, character-driven romance that celebrates patience, self-discovery, and the idea that sometimes the life we need is much closer than we ever imagined.

Opposites attract

City boy, country girl

Forced proximity

Slow-burn romance

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As the sun crests the indigo Lake District hills and blossom froths in the trees, midwife Zoe Padbury reaches for her boyfriend’s hand. Her life, at this moment, feels perfect. She has no idea of the storm clouds that lie ahead…

The villagers of Thimblebury know that midwife Zoe Padbury loves babies and now that she’s settled at Hilltop Farm with her boyfriend Alex, they can’t resist wondering when she’s going to start a family of her own. Yet it doesn’t feel like quite the right time. Alex is so busy and Zoe has her hands full with all her new mums to look after. Still, she has hopes for the future…

But what she doesn’t expect is to walk into her cosy kitchen and find Alex’s glamorous ex-girlfriend sitting at the scrubbed pine kitchen table. Virginia claims to be helping Alex with work but as she looks Zoe up and down and offers her a perfectly manicured hand to shake, Zoe can’t ignore a shiver of foreboding. What will this mean for her and Alex?

Zoe tries to quash the pangs of jealousy that wash over her, but with Virginia around what feels like all hours of the day, she and Alex end up in a devastating argument. And when she receives some news that changes everything, she doesn’t know if she can share her troubles… Can they find their way back to each other? Or will these storm clouds break their bond forever?

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My Review

This book is about returning to the close-knit village of Thimblebury, where midwife Zoe faces deeply personal challenges while continuing to care for the people around her. In the fourth installment of the series, Tilly Tennant explores relatable struggles with warmth, compassion, and emotional honesty.

Readers familiar with the earlier books will appreciate seeing beloved characters again, particularly the ever-kind Connie and Victor, whose generosity and devotion to others continue to make them stand out. Their presence adds comfort and familiarity, reinforcing the strong bonds that make this community so special.

One of the novel’s strengths is its willingness to address difficult real-life issues rather than presenting an idealized picture of village life. A thoughtfully handled health-related storyline brings awareness to an important topic without overshadowing the heart of the story. The author balances everyday challenges with moments of kindness, friendship, and hope.

Set against a beautiful countryside backdrop, this book captures the joys and hardships of ordinary life, making it another heartfelt and engaging addition to the series.

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