Bøker av Kiley Dunbar

'A romantic book-filled treat' Heidi Swain, author of The Secret Seaside EscapeThe Borrow-a-Bookshop Bookshop Café invites literature lovers to run their very own bookshop ... for a fortnight. Spend your days talking books with customers in your own charming bookshop and serving up delicious cream teas in the cosy café. Bookworms, what are you waiting for? Your holiday is going to be LIT(erary). Apply to: The Borrow-a-Bookshop Bookshop Café, Down-a-long, Clove Lore, Devon. Jude Crawley should be on top of the world. She's just graduated as a mature student, so can finally go public about her relationship with Philosophy professor, Mack. Until she sees Mack kissing another girl, and her dreams crumble. And worse, their dream holiday - running a tiny bookshop in the harbour village of Clove Lore for two weeks - is non-refundable. Throwing caution to the winds, Jude heads down to Devon, eager to immerse herself in literature and heal her broken heart. But there's one problem - six foot tall, brooding (but gorgeous) Elliot, who's also reserved the bookshop holiday for two weeks...As Jude and Elliot put their differences aside to run the bookshop, it seems that Jude might be falling in love with more than just words. Until she discovers what Elliot is running from - and why he's hiding out in Clove Lore. Can Jude find her own happy ending in a tiny, tumbledown bookshop? Or is she about to find out that her bookish holiday might have an unexpected twist in the tale...The perfect cosy, romantic read for any bookworm! Fans of Jenny Colgan, Cressida McLaughlin and Philippa Ashley will love this feelgood romcom. Readers are loving their stay at The Borrow-A-Bookshop!'Every bookworm should read this book. It's just delightful and my heart feels so happy!' ????? Reader Review'Pure escapism...I highly recommend this book to totally get lost in' ????? Reader Review'I really loved this story and was thoroughly charmed...the characters were interesting and fabulous' ????? Reader Review'Emotional, fun, charming and delightful... I absolutely loved this book' ????? Reader Review'Such a heartwarming and humorous read...I thoroughly recommend this book if you need a pick me up!' ????? Reader Review'An enchanting and endearing story... Perfect romantic read!' ????? Reader Review'I absolutely loved this book...This was the perfect escapism' ????? Reader Review'This book is total holiday goals! ...A heartwarming, cosy, feel good romcom.' ????? Reader Review'The perfect summer read that leaves you wanting to feel the sand beneath your toes' Reader Review'I loved this fun, uplifting feelgood book. It really made me smile' Reader Review

Will her new love story be the one she''s read before?A decade after they said goodbye after graduation, old friends Jack 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, Jack 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 the Castle Lore has died, causing much gossip in the village. When Jack 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...A gorgeously uplifting friends-to-lovers romance that will make your heart sing. Fans of Jenny Colgan, Trisha Ashley and Heidi Swain will adore this.

Can she write her perfect love story?Austen Archer is on her dream solo bookselling holiday, the new 'borrower' at the Borrow-A-Bookshop in Devon's Clove Lore. While she has always loved poetry, her words have dried up since being fired by her last boss, bestselling author, Callista Flyte, a year ago. Austen distracts herself with the Borrow-A-Bookshop, as well as her flirty online exchanges with an anonymous Parisian bookseller. Hiding from the world, Austen doesn't notice that wedding planner, Patti, is falling for her - and is too afraid to admit that she feels the chemistry too. But as Patti and Austen grow closer, culminating in a magical day at the wildflower meadow, can Clove Lore work its customary magic and bring the two together? And will Austen find the confidence to risk her heart and write again?Readers adore the Borrow A Bookshop series:The Borrow-a-Bookshop series is like a gentle hug from a friend... Before you know it, you are caught up in the lives of the characters and want to join them.' ?????Reader Review'A lovely and emotional (in a good way) romance, with a wonderful sense of community.' ?????Reader Review'These books are uplifting, heart-warming and heart-breaking'. ?????Reader Review'A book series to rely on, one that has me longing to visit again, enjoying the escape and the warmth inside.' ?????Reader Review'A quaint seaside village, interesting characters, a cozy bookshop, and the sweetest love story.' ?????Reader Review'A cute, heart-warming, cosy read...I have fallen in love with Clove Lore and their residents.' ?????Reader Review'I adore this series, so, so much! I read them much too fast because they are so darn cute.' ?????Reader Review'These books are a real treat and pure escapism not to be missed.' ?????Reader Review

Everyone deserves a Christmas treat... The annual Wheaton gingerbread exhibit (a model village made of gingerbread) and grotto has been an important part of the sleepy Cotswold hamlet's Christmas celebrations for decades. For years the gingerbread exhibition drew visitors from across the region and each year the model town grew more elaborate and ambitious but recently, interest has been dwindling. The gingerbread grotto needs to be rehomed or close forever. Sixty-four-year-old Margi, the event's founder, has had enough of village life (and its total lack of eligible men) and is planning to sell up and head to Birmingham to live closer to her niece. She has lost her spark and her Christmas spirit and decides this will be her last gingerbread village, but despairs when she finds her only support is her old friend, Izzy, her niece Lucy from Birmingham, and Fern, the shy young farmer's daughter. Oh, and Patrick, the gorgeous, reliable school caretaker. As if this wasn't enough, Lucy is determined to get her out dating again and persuades her to try some online dating apps but Margi's had her heart broken too many times and wonders if she has just missed her chance. Can they save the Gingerbread Grotto and can Margi get her old spark and her Christmas spirit back? A cosy, totally feelgood seasonal read that will have you smiling. The perfect read to snuggle up and have you feeling festive! Fans of Jenny Colgan and Trisha Ashley will love this book. Readers are loving The Gingerbread Christmas Village: 'If you want a feel-good romance...then Kiley Dunbar is definitely the author to turn to. A wonderful festive read!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'A delightful exploration of community, multi generational friendships and love. It is full of seasonal warmth, the scent of cinnamon and the spark of Christmas lights.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'This was a beautiful festive read which really gets to the heart of Christmas...uplifting and positive and brought happiness to the reader.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'The ending was perfect... I finished the book feeling warm, cheery, hopeful, and smiling.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'A beautiful storyline, great cast of characters, and beautiful scenery. I loved every moment...Kiley's books are such a treat!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review 'I went into this story blind and was DELIGHTED that it featured an older heroine!' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review Praise fo Kiley Dunbar's cosy, warm, festive reads: 'What an adorable, emotional, and beautiful read!!...made me believe in the Christmas magic all over again...This is certainly one of my favourite holiday reads and a book that will stick with me.' Diary of a Book Fiend 'Wow!!...This is a must read, heartwarming Christmas story. I would easily give this book hundreds of stars.' Little Miss Book Lover 87 'The epitome of Christmas, winter wonderlands, sleds, warm fires and the coziest of romances...If Kiley keeps writing holiday stories like this I may give up all other genres of books.' Reading Girl Reviews 'With plenty of Christmassy feel-good vibes and cute puppies, it's a wonderful holiday romance.' Ellesea Loves Reading 'Full of festive feeling, fabulous characters, friends, family, and snow...I just loved every second of this book.' Rachel's Random Reads 'There's many types of Christmas books. But the best ones? Those are the ones that leave you feeling things...Kiley

The Borrow-a-Bookshop is recovering, seven months on from the winter flood that destroyed all its stock, and the latest temporary bookseller, Joy Foley, arrives in Clove Lore with her daughter, five-year-old Radia Pearl - the first bookshop resident to be paid to stay there. Instead of holiday making, Joy is a digital nomad, travelling the world wherever the tech contracts take her. She has zero intention of selling books during her stay; instead she'll be dragging the Bookshop's security, website and stock system into the twenty-first century. But what no one knows is that Joy is running from Radia Pearl's father and has places to be after this job is over. She can't settle down here or anywhere ... moving on is how she stays safe. But when Radia befriends (Monty) Bickleigh, ex-fisherman and the new cook at The Siren's Tail pub, Joy finds herself growing closer to him, and the quirky community of Clove Lore. While Joy settles in to the bookshop, Minty Clove-Congreve, local lady of the Manor, is finding running her new wedding business harder than anticipated. She needs to hire a chief wedding planner, and fast - and Joy's family may have the answer. As Joy finds her heart softening by the magic of Clove Lore, can her new friends - and Monty - be enough to convince Joy to stop running and stay?

'Tis the season for finding love... and the perfect bookWith just two weeks until Christmas, everything in Clove Lore should be perfect. But the latest holidaymaker to the Borrow a Bookshop is feeling far from festive...Icelandic ex-bookseller Magnús Sturluson might be surrounded by love stories in the Bookshop, but he's nursing a sadness that not even fiction can fix.When Alexandra Robinson finds herself stranded in Clove Lore, she finds a safe place to hide from heartbreak. After all, all that's waiting for her at home is a cheater boyfriend and the memories of her parents. As Alex finds herself embraced by the quirky village community, she finds her tough exterior thawing - and as she grows closer to Magnús, she finds an equally soft heart under his gruff shell.It seems that Clove Lore is working its magic once again - until a great flood on Christmas Eve brings devastation in its wake. It's up to Magnús and Alex to batten down the hatches and help bring the village back together again, while also introducing the locals to the Icelandic tradition of the jólabókaflóð - Yule book flood - where families and friends gather on Christmas Eve to exchange books and read together.But can Magnús and Alex truly rescue the ruins of the village, and salvage their Christmas spirit? Or is there another complication lurking even closer than they thought?A totally uplifting read that will lighten the winter gloom, for fans of Jenny Colgan and Trisha Ashley. Booklovers will adore this seasonal treat!Readers are loving Christmas at the Borrow a Bookshop...'The best holiday for every bookworm...Warm, cosy and full of Christmas atmosphere.' ¿¿¿¿¿ Reader Review'This was such a sweet and uplifting story. A story about instant connection, friendship, strength, hope, and love.' ¿¿¿¿¿Reader Review'The perfect holiday read to curl up next to a fire with a cup of cocoa!'¿¿¿¿¿Reader Review'Absolutely adored this...Likeable characters and a wonderful storyline that I enjoyed! Add this book to your Christmas reads!'¿¿¿¿¿Reader Review'A perfect cozy read when the weather is cold and you just want to snuggle up with a sweet book! Loved it!' ¿¿¿¿¿Reader Review'I read it in one sitting; couldn't seem to put it down!...An absolute joy.' ¿¿¿¿¿Reader Review'Bookshops + Romance + Christmas...What more could you want out of a romance novel?! VERY sweet and VERY good.' ¿¿¿¿¿Reader Review'A fabulous Christmas read, full of romance, friendships, community and family...Joyful Christmas escapism. Recommended'¿¿¿¿¿Reader Review

Shortlisted for The Romantic Novelists' Association Romantic Comedy Novel Award 2021A gorgeously uplifting, romantic read that will warm your heart - take a trip to Stratford-Upon-Avon in magical wintertime... It's autumn in beautiful Stratford-Upon-Avon and Kelsey Anderson is enjoying her new life in her adopted town. Her Shakespearean tour guide days behind her, she's now opened her own photography studio and loved up with boyfriend Jonathan - even if a long-distance relationship is sometimes lonely. When best friend Mirren Imrie moves down from Scotland, Kelsey is delighted to have her friend at her side - and as the nights turn colder, Mirren throws herself into dating, until she finds herself growing closer to sexy journalist, Adrian Armadale. But when Mirren uncovers a long-buried scandal while working at the local newspaper, her big scoop might throw Kelsey's - and Jonathan's - life upside down. Will she choose her career over her friends' happiness? And when Jonathan returns from America and discovers the secrets Mirren has uncovered about his family, it throws his relationship with Kelsey onto shaky ground. Can they find their way back to love, before it becomes the winter of their discontent? A romantic, funny and feelgood read that will make you smile from ear to ear. Fans of Milly Johnson, Heidi Swain and Holly Martin will fall in love with this cosy winter read!Readers are loving Kiley's gorgeous, unputdownable new read... 'WHAT A JOY!... This book is the perfect cosy winter read!' Reader Review'the perfect feel-good book...I was left with that warm and fuzzy feeling.' Reader Review'a lovely and heartwarming book that will make you swoon and fall in love.' Reader Review'The characters really come alive through the story telling, I loved going on the journey with each one...a really lovely read.' Reader Review'A cute, uplifting story that will warm your heart and put a smile on your face!... a feel good novel filled with characters and moments to be cherished' Reader Review'I would recommend this as a feel good book to get you through the winter months' Reader Review'Full of great characters...I certainly recommend reading this one.' Reader Review'Lovely plot... Very well described and you can just picture every detail of this novel. 5 stars are well earned.' Reader Review'I would recommend this to anyone who loves a romantic, light-hearted read, one to just get yourself lost in for a little while.' Reader Review'One cute little winter win!... If you're looking for a cute, Christmas romance, pick this one up!' Reader Review'An uplifting and happy read... just what I needed! I will be looking for more of the author's books.' Reader Review'This uplifting romantic book will take you to Stratford... The romantic, Shakespearean vibes will give you cozy, warm feelings.' Reader Review'There's love, heartbreaks, more romance, as well as family angst all included in this lovely book and not forgetting GIN! Absolutely a recommended read' Reader Review'two lovely romances, with some nice Christmassy atmosphere...The characters are great, and the story was a lovely way to relax for a few hours.' Reader Review

'Wow!!...This is a must read, heartwarming Christmas story. I would easily give this book hundreds of stars' Little Miss Book Lover 87Sylvie Magnusson is going to be lonely this Christmas. Instead of jetting off for her honeymoon, she's freezing at home in Cheshire. Guess that's what happens when your fiance dumps you a week before your wedding... Sylvie's best friend, Nari, plans a trip to see the Northern Lights and get Sylvie's mojo back. But as their Lapland getaway approaches, Sylvie realises that Frozen Falls is the hometown of Stellan Virtanen, her dreamy Finnish ex-boyfriend, the one that got away. When they meet, Stellan's still gorgeous - and her heart is warmed when he shows her the romantic delights of Lapland (as well as some adorable Husky puppies). But when she returns to England, can she really leave Stellan behind? Or will she find that her heart belongs in the frozen North?Curl up with the perfect cosy read this winter. Fans of Sarah Morgan and Carole Matthews will adore this feel good, heart-warming romcom. Readers are loving Christmas At Frozen Falls:'this book was just sheer gorgeousness from the first page to the last, and I loved every moment...A really special book, and an author to watch for the future' Being Anne'What an adorable, emotional, and beautiful read!!...made me believe in the Christmas magic all over again...This is certainly one of my favourite holiday reads and a book that will stick with me' Diary of a Book Fiend'This was one of those books that you smiled reading from the very first page. It is such a feel-good, rom-com...Is it possible to stay at Frozen Falls?' Kelly's Book Space'This book is jam packed full of festive fun, friendship and romance... Oh...and huskies, don't forget the huskies!! Love this book!! Would definitely recommend!!'Stardust Book Reviews'the epitome of Christmas, winter wonderlands, sleds, warm fires and the coziest of romances...If Kiley keeps writing holiday stories like this I may give up all other genres of books.' Reading Girl Reviews'This is a delightful second chance romance, complete with some adorable Husky puppies...great characters, fantastic frozen scenery...and a couple of romances to melt even a frozen heart.' Splashes Into Books'Kiley is the master of memorable stories...Christmas at Frozen Falls is the perfect recipe for a festive read' Stacy is Reading'A heart-warming and uplifting romantic read about love lost and found, second chances and new beginnings...will leave you with a great big smile on your face.' Bookish Jottings'With plenty of Christmassy feel-good vibes and cute puppies, it's a wonderful holiday romance.' Ellesea Loves Reading'It is such a lovely, escapist read, full of glistening snow, reindeers, sparkling ice caves...Love and friendship with a festive twist in spades.' Books, Life and Everything'such a lovely read... a brilliant feel-good Christmas book, which I thoroughly enjoyed.' Black Books Blog'Full of festive feeling, fabulous characters, friends, family, and snow...I just loved every second of this book.' (5 stars) Rachel's Random Reads'There's many types of Christmas books. But the best ones? Those are the ones that leave you feeling things...Kiley Dunbar managed to make me fall in love with her characters and left me with actual tears in my eyes.' Walking Through The Pages'It's so festive and wintery and simply gorgeous!...The characters were enjoyable to get to know and I loved the location.' The Cosiest Corner

The path of true love never did run smooth...did it?Kelsey Anderson is stuck in a rut so big, she'll need a 4-wheel drive to get out. She's just been made redundant from her dead-end job, and boyfriend Fran is so busy climbing up the career ladder that he's forgotten how to have fun. She needs to change her life - and fast. Stumbling across an advert for tour guides in Stratford-Upon-Avon seems like the perfect way to bring the sunshine back. In an impulsive move, she moves from her small Scottish village to Shakespeare's birthplace, armed only with a suitcase and her battered copy of Shakespeare's Sonnets. Kelsey quickly falls in love with the place, her job as a tourist guide allowing her to explore every inch of the picture-perfect town, from cosy cafes to the picturesque banks of the river. But it's not just the town that captures her heart, as she finds herself torn between the actors Will and Jonathan who both vie for her affections. But will beautiful Peony, the lead actress at the Oklahoma theatre company where Jonathan is playing Oberon in A Midsummer Night's Dream, play a role in keeping Kelsey and Jonathan apart?Or will flirtatious, charming Will, the fellow tour guide who has set his sights on Kelsey, keep the star-crossed lovers from finding their happy ending?A gorgeously uplifting, feel good romance that will captivate readers of Holly Martin, Cathy Bramley and Milly Johnson. Readers are loving One Summer's Night:'I absolutely loved this debut novel from Kiley Dunbar...I haven't enjoyed a book in this genre as much as this for a long time...I defy anyone not to be rooting for Kelsey and booking a mini-break to Stratford when they finish this book! (5 stars) Netgalley reviewer