Falling

"I'm in AWE of Jane Green." Marian Keyes Eight years ago, Emma Montague left behind the strict confines of her upper-crust English life - and rather dull boyfriend - and moved to New York City, where she immediately found success in the world of finance. But her soulless, cut-throat, all-consuming job has only led to another life she didn't want. Answering an online ad, Emma finds a tiny beach cottage to rent in the small town of Westport, Connecticut. It needs work - lots of work. But it's the perfect project to satisfy Emma's passion for interior design and gardening, if her new landlord, Dominic, is agreeable to the small changes she yearns to make. To Emma, Dominic is also something of a fixer-upper. A local handyman with a six-year-old son, he's a world away from the men she should be interested in, but he's comfortable in his own skin, confident, quiet and kind. Slowly, over a shared garden, time spent with his son and late-night conversations, Emma finds herself falling for Dominic. From friends to lovers happens as naturally as the changing seasons. But laying down roots doesn't come easily when two lives as different as theirs merge into one. And Emma will realise that the seeds of happiness must be nurtured and cherished to grow into something strong enough to shelter all their hopes and dreams . . . PRAISE FOR JANE GREEN "Warm, witty, sharp and insightful. Jane Green writes with such honesty and zing" Sophie Kinsella "Summer Secrets is the perfect summer read. Once you dive into this story about a recovering alcoholic who must finally face her own dark past and make amends, you'll be hooked" Kristin Hannah "Summer Secrets is the quintessential beach novel, complete with juicy drama and characters you fall madly in love with. You will devour it!" Elin Hildebrand "A gripping and powerful novel about finding the courage to make the life you want. This is Jane Green at her absolute best" Emily Giffin "A compelling story of a woman struggling with addiction and seeking forgiveness . . . Green's latest will bring in droves of readers" Booklist "Green handles grim issues with a sure hand, balancing light romance with tense family drama" Kirkus Reviews "You'll warm to the main character as this page-turner follows her over two decades" Best "An absorbing and unpredictable book, sometimes full of lightness and fun, but also deep and thoughtful with lots of twists and turns" CandisAuthor BiographyA former feature writer for the Daily Express, Jane Green took a leap of faith when she left in 1996 to freelance and work on her book. She is now the bestselling author of several novels including Saving Grace, The Beach House and Summer Secrets. Jane lives in Connecticut with her husband and their blended family of six children.