An absolutely brilliant book!
I've never read any of Jill Steeples' books before so she was a new author to me. I was hooked from the first page and couldn't wait to find out what happened next. Although this is the second in a series it doesn't matter if you haven't read the first as it can be read as a standalone book too. I can't wait to read the next instalment of the series after this one and will definitely be going back and reading the first one too! If you love animals, books set in the country and romantic fiction then I highly recommend this book to you. Perfect for fans of Heidi Swain, Trisha Ashley and Jessica Redland! Grab your copy now you won't regret it!

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Stunning book, I just loved it and I just love this entire series’m

I would highly recommend this book and this series!

Thank you to NetGalley for giving me this opportunity to read this book early.

The Primrose Hall series of books have a likeable set of characters and a lovely sense of family and community. Not that everything goes smoothly all the time, In this fifth in the series, Pia has some serious challenges to face and Jackson's brother, Tom, has to step up to the plate. Working to help out at the Hall, he meets Sophie, who has had a difficult time and is trying to re-establish her life on an even keel.

It is interesting to see how attitudes change as the story evolves, especially Jackson's who has stood back, emotionally, from his newly acquired brother. I can absolutely visualise the Hall and its neighbouring countryside. Characters from previous stories appear from time to time, so it is good to catch up with their lives. I am hoping for another in the series as I think that Pia's story still has further to go. This is one of those series which leave you feeling uplifted, looking on the bright side.

In short: Family, friends, romance

A nice, quite quick read.
The author has a great way of drawing you into the world of Primrose Hall and everyone associated with it.
I enjoyed this book and getting to know all the characters (it is part of a series, but also works as a stand alone) although I must say I was a little disappointed by the ending. I just felt it ended a little abruptly. I was ready to enjoy some more of their lives, watch the different relationships blossoming, then suddenly felt a sense of the book summing up and suddenly it was the last page.
I appreciate there will be a follow up, finishing off this series, I just felt it could have done with just a little more at the end.
All in all a nice read and I’ll be keen to see how the series ends.

Primrose Hall and the community there
Are inspirational and everyone shows they care.
I welcome the opportunity to visit once more
To discover events, romances and places to explore.

This time there’s dramas and new folks, too,
With lots for everyone to work their way through.
Fresh starts for folks who have broken apart,
Maybe with the chance to heal there hearts?

A lovely read, with some worrying twists
And romance, family drama and events not to be missed.
When help is needed, there are supportive friends and family,
Helping each other through whatever the calamity.

A gorgeous read with characters who feel like friends
Making you regret when the story ends.
I love reading this series and can’t wait for more
To catch up on them again and new folks to explore.

For my copy of this book I say thank you
As I share with this, my honest review!

This book was actually book number five from the ‘Primrose Woods’ series but can very easily be read as a stand alone without any problems at all…

When i read the blurb for this book it sounded perfect and it really pulled me in and made me want to read it straight away…

It was a lovely, easy book to read and each chapter pulled me along to the next one until i had read it all in a couple of sittings….

I loved Sunny Sundays At Primrose Hall, it was all about friendship and had me laughing and crying in equal amounts….

A perfect, heartwarming read…….

The Primrose Hall series is an absolute favourite of mine and it wraps itself around you like a warm hug, giving you all the fuzzy feels.

Sunny Days is the fifth installment to this charming series and although is easy to read as a standalone, I would urge you to start at the beginning, you don't want to miss out!

We become reacquainted with some old faces and meet some new. Its always a treat to revisit Primrose Hall and have a catch up, but saying goodbye always comes around too soon.

It's feel good fiction at its finest. It's enjoyable, heartwarming and always an absolute delight to read.

In the latest book of this delightful series, the focus shifts to Jackson's brother Tom, who aims to prove himself by running the Sunday craft sales at Primrose Hall. Sophie, recovering from a controlling marriage, sells her jewelry there, hoping to make it her full-time venture. Despite their reluctance for love, their friendship blossoms into something deeper, albeit slowly due to past scars. When tragedy strikes, Tom supports Jackson's fiancée Pia, strengthening their bond. Alongside other challenges faced by the characters, Tom's assistance proves invaluable. While the book can be enjoyed as a standalone, its richness is enhanced by familiarity with the series. Jill Steeples' storytelling is captivating, with well-paced narrative, vivid setting, warmth, humor, and authentic characters.

What a delightful read. This is a book to cosy up on the couch with, cup of tea in hand. I love the characters and the setting and adore Sophie and the new life she is forging ahead with.

I haven't read the other books in the series and think I must find them but having said that I didn't feel I needed them to read this one. This is a lovely, heart-warming and easy to read book that is charming. Need I say more. I am off to the library to see if I can now find the other books to read!

Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.

Good to be back at Primrose Hall with all it's familiar characters and surroundings. yet another heart warming read from Jill Steeples, can't wait for the next instalment.

Sunny Sundays at Primrose Hall by Jill Steeples.
Primrose Woods Book 5.
The Sunday craft fairs in the renovated stables are a popular draw for the locals and tourists alike, enticed by the beautiful surroundings of Primrose Woods as well as the irresistible goodies on display. But for Sophie Wright they’re a chance to forge a new life and a new business. After leaving behind a turbulent relationship, Sophie is starting again – and romance is the last thing on her mind. Drop dead gorgeous Tom, Lord of the Manor Jackson’s newly-discovered older brother, is loving being a member of the Primrose Hall community. Content to muck in where he can be helpful, he’s just happy to be part of the family. But when tragedy strikes, Pia needs Tom more than he ever expected. And when Tom needs a shoulder to cry on, Sophie might be the perfect person to help – if only she hadn’t sworn off romance for good…
This was a really good book. I did like the cover. I did like Sophie and Tom and how they were together. Well written and I got into it straight away. Short chapters so I read it quickly. I loved how Pia and Jackson were. I'm looking forward to the next book. 4*.

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This book is part of the Primrose Woods series. It can be read as a standalone novel but it is a lovely series, so I suggest reading the previous books first.
This book is set in Primrose Hall. Pia and Jackson have a busy schedule ahead of them, when there is a couple of serious problems. Tom has to step in and step up.
This is a lovely book and I really enjoyed reading it. It is a heartwarming read
I'm really looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Thank you to Netgalley and Boldwood books for my ARC.

Sunny Sundays at Primrose Hall by Jill Steeples

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to Rachel's Random Resources and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

The Sunday craft fairs in the renovated stables are a popular draw for the locals and tourists alike, enticed by the beautiful surroundings of Primrose Woods as well as the irresistible goodies on display. But for Sophie Wright they’re a chance to forge a new life and a new business. After leaving behind a turbulent relationship, Sophie is starting again – and romance is the last thing on her mind.

Drop dead gorgeous Tom, Lord of the Manor Jackson’s newly-discovered older brother, is loving being a member of the Primrose Hall community. Content to muck in where he can be helpful, he’s just happy to be part of the family. But when tragedy strikes, Pia needs Tom more than he ever expected. And when Tom needs a shoulder to cry on, Sophie might be the perfect person to help – if only she hadn’t sworn off romance for good…

My Opinion

No matter what time of year, it is always pleasant to return to Primrose Hall. This is the fifth book in the series and whilst it could be read as a standalone it would be beneficial to read the books in order. Jill Steeples writes a kind, light-hearted book that really cheers up a miserable day. Jill has written a slight tragedy into this book but it all just shows how the residents can come together to help when needed.

This is another stunning book to add to the Primrose Woods series. Why not pop along to the latest craft fair? I am sure you will find something you like.

Rating 4/5

Yet another wonderful book by Jill Steeples. With loveable characters and beautiful narratives making it a heart warming spring read.

The Primrose Woods series is one I can always get into. I've read all in the series and always eagerly look forward to more additions to it.
The beautiful setting of Primrose Hall is front and center in this charming and uplifting book. Sophie has struggled through a bad relationship and finally she's out of it and ready to start anew. Primrose Hall has weekend craft fairs and it's the perfect opportunity for Sophie. She finds the customers warm and welcoming and the others at Primrose Hall just what she needs.
Tom newly found brother of Jacks, Lord of the Manor has to earn the trust of those around him and he'll do whatever it takes. As Sophie and Tom spend more time together, they just click, too bad Sophie isn't interested in a new romance yet.
I enjoyed catching up with the characters in the past book in the series. When Jackson is in an accident Tom is able to prove his worth and earn the trust of others as he spends a lot of time helping out. Full of love, laughter, tender moments, friendships and a slow burn romance. Life doesn't always turn out the way you expect, sometimes it's better. Fabulous relaxation read that has me wanting to visit Primrose Hall now and have tea with its occupants.

I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.

Fantastic characters, a book full,of friendship and romance and success and struggles. I loved it and I’ll be recommending it everywhere.

The main focus for the latest book in this lovely series is Jackson’s recently found brother Tom – he needs to prove that he’s trustworthy and hardworking, and does well when he takes over the running of the Sunday craft sales in the stables at Primrose Hall. And that’s where Sophie sells her jewellery – her controlling marriage thankfully behind her, she’s hopeful that she can make her enterprise successful enough to do it full time. Neither of them is looking for love, but their friendship shows real signs of becoming something rather more – but when they’ve both been so damaged by previous relationships, they need to take things slowly.

When tragedy strikes (as the synopsis tells us), Jackson’s fiancée Pia really needs Tom’s support with a major event in the offing – and he certainly steps up to the plate, improving his relationship with his brother in the process. But that’s not the only bit of drama that occurs – there are other significant challenges, involving the wider cast of characters we’ve got to know so well through the earlier books, where Tom’s help proves invaluable too. And while a happy ending for everyone is never seriously in doubt, it proves to be quite an emotional journey – and so very well handled – before life settles down once more and we can look to the future.

Because of its focus, this book would be entirely readable – and very enjoyable – as a standalone, but even more so as part of the series with more familiarity around the friendships and family relationships that underpin the story and continue to play out in the background. The author’s storytelling is as accomplished as always – the narrative perfectly paced, the setting beautifully described, full of warmth and with touches of well-judged humour, with the perfect romantic touches and very real characters. I’m not sure if this is the last book in the series – it felt like it just might be – but I’ll be very much looking forward to seeing what Jill Steeples does next. This series has been a complete joy to read – and one I’d very much recommend to others.

In the last instalment, we met a couple of new characters, Tom Moody, and Sophie Wright. This book sees the focus shift to their stories, and it made for a thoroughly heartwarming experience. As the synopsis explains, Tom is the newly discovered elder brother to Jackson Moody, who owns Primrose Hall. Sophie is a new maker exhibiting at the Stables craft sales each Sunday.
Tom’s relationship with Jackson has slowly improved and he’s taken on the responsibility for the organisation of the craft events in the stables. It was a pleasure to see their relationship blossom in the last book, so I was delighted to read that there was now an even greater level of trust between them both.
Sophie escaped to the area, fleeing her relationship with a controlling heavy drinker. Whilst his abuse of her was never physical, she is still damaged by the effects of a life lived on eggshells. It’s no wonder that she has sworn off relationships and is only looking for friendship.
This is a slow burn romance that sees the healing power of friendship and how love can form in even the most damaged hearts. It’s certainly not a spoiler to say that they provide each other with the support that they both need. Jackson and Pia’s relationship remains at the heart of the story, but life isn’t without challenges for them or their extended family.
Despite the challenges that are woven into this book, there is never a feeling of desperation, and I instinctively knew that whilst the ending may not be as straightforward as imagined, there was no danger of not finding the happy ending for those in and around Primrose Hall.
Jill Steeples has created a community that I would love to be part of. Each character brings something quite special to the mix. It’s even a pleasure to revisit those that we met in the earlier books and find out how they are doing. This special series can be enjoyed as standalone stories, but they each contribute to the bigger theme, and it would be a shame not to follow this across all the instalments. I cannot recommend the Primrose Woods and Hall series enough as they will easily reassure you of the joys of life.

enjoyed the craft fair. Some parts of the story seemed too perfect, like everything just fit together.The pace felt OK, but it sometimes lagged. I preferred The Dog and Duck series overall.

Thanks to Jill Steeples and NetGalley for my eARC in exchange for an honest and voluntary review.

3 stars

This is the fifth book in the Primrose series, although it can be read as a standalone, but I would recommend starting at the beginning (something I'm ashamed to say I haven't done yet, although the books are in my TBR list) . This time the story concentrates on Tom, Lord of the Manor Jackson’s newly-discovered older brother, and Sophie, who is starting again after the end of a stormy relationship. Don't worry though, all the previous characters are still there and their story continues.
For me this is an ideal setting for a series, a glorious location, a small community, which enables individuals stories to be interwoven without becoming stale. There are highs and lows, with some characters being in trouble, but it was great to see Tom and Sophie's relationship develop despite both their previous troublesome pasts. A great book to read and lose yourself in and dream of happier times.
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book.