Second Act at Appleton Green

<p><b>When the curtains close, a new beginning waits in the wings<br></b><br>After losing her voice before the audition of a lifetime, West End hopeful Lily Baxter flees to the one place that’s always felt like home: her grandmother Violet’s cosy cottage in the heart of Appleton Green.<br><br>Violet is overjoyed to have Lily back under her roof, even if it’s not under the happiest of circumstances. As Lily muddles through lost dreams and what-ifs, Violet is quietly nursing her own worries—and hoping this unexpected visit might help them both them heal.<br><br>When charming local nurse Nick encourages Lily to join the village’s amateur dramatics group, she reluctantly agrees — and soon finds herself swept up in script readings, prop-painting parties, and something that feels a lot like falling in love.<br><br>As opening night draws near, Lily must decide where her heart truly lies: back in the bright lights of London, or centre stage in Appleton Green.<br><b><br>***<br><br>Perfect for fans of:</b><br>Cosy romance<br>Small-town settings<br>Stories about starting over<br>Family love<br><br><b>***<br><br>Readers LOVE Second Act at Appleton Green:</b><br><br>'This is a proper cute read that is <b>perfect for reading curled up on the sofa </b>with a cup of tea.' - <b>NetGalley reviewer, 5*<br></b><br>'A <b>delightful </b>read.' <b>NetGalley reviewer, 5*</b><br><br>'A rare book makes me cry. It is a story about finding the confidence to be yourself... <b>A beautful story</b>.' - <b>NetGalley reviewer, 5*</b></p>