Ah Tilda, a woman who you think you know but she throws you little curve balls throughout this book. Through Dettol her cat ( a fantastic name for a cat) she officially meets Milo and through her act of kindness something lovely develops that helps both her and Milo.
Reading this made me smile, laugh and pulled on my emotions too. A fantastic novel, which leaves you with a smile on your face.

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Although this book includes difficult topics including childhood trauma, addiction and housing insecurity, it is an easy read. Ultimately it is a story about kindness, hope, and recovery. The characters are likable. The story line includes some things that are predictable and some surprises.

This marvellous book introduces us to two souls unaware that they may be about to arrive at a crossroads in their lives. Neat freak and strict follower of routine, Tilda is moved to help the rough-sleeping Milo after she sees him hit his own personal rock bottom. Nothing about her decision makes sense to either Tilda or me as a reader, but stick with it, as all will eventually be revealed.
I understood Tilda’s need for routine, as it is an easy mechanism to adopt in order to regain control. Naturally, she tries to share the methods that have helped her; he’d be daft not to want the peace and routine she enjoys. Well, experiences rather than enjoys.
Milo, on the other hand, is more relaxed. He subscribes to a different approach to controlling his demons and hopes that Tilda will open her mind to alternative options. However, he is grateful to have been rescued from living rough and to be able to rely on regular meals.
There is a limited cast of characters, from shy neighbour Anushka to Tilda’s team of cleaners, who all contribute to the success of her business. For me, though, it was her footballer brother Logan with his daughter Riley who truly captured my imagination.
I knew that this book would be a powerful read because I’ve seen Sam’s writing evolve with each book. She shares an unusually candid honesty that allows us to glimpse deeper into her personal life with each book. I didn’t anticipate this book would rip off the proverbial band-aid and offer a front-row seat into her personal struggles. Social media has provided a recent platform where this author has spoken about self-care and the restorative power of mindfulness. There’s also been some baked goodies to admire.
I urge you to read and enjoy this book. It absolutely resonated with me, and I genuinely benefited from reading it. It is created with depth, understanding, and a considerable volume of honesty. Sam, I salute you.

This book follows Matilda, a disciplined woman who owns a cleaning business. When she unexpectedly takes in Milo, a homeless man, and offers him a job and a place to stay, she finds herself drawn to his kindness and charm. Despite her initial reservations, Matilda grows fond of Milo, but struggles with her own rules and habits. As their relationship deepens, Matilda must confront her fears of loneliness and learn to embrace change. Despite some initial awkwardness, Matilda's character becomes more likable as she opens up to Milo and forms new connections. The interactions with Riley, her cat, provide humor and warmth to the story. Overall, the book is a delightful read with a heartwarming storyline.

Tilda has overcome earlier difficulties and has her own house and cleaning business. She acts out of character when a rough sleeper is attacked outside of her house, inviting him in to recover. This is the start of a tentative friendship.
This is not an easy book to read, but well worth it. It made me thankful that although there might have been a few tough times in my life that there are those who have not as been as fortunate. Both Tilda and Milo have been through very hard times, but are gradually getting themselves together again. There are some hiccups along the way and nothing can be taken for granted, you are kept guessing what is going to happen right to the end.
I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley, however this did not influence my review of the book.

Tilda being brave (for want of a better word) to invite a homeless man (a physically large one!) into her home as a single, young woman. And I appreciate books about being good enough for which I have a special shelf on Goodreads, so one to add to that.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of the book.

In the book A Single Act Of Kindness by Samantha Tonge we meet Matilda right she owns her own cleaning business she’s disciplined has lots of rules and sticks to them to keep her sanity. So when she finds herself leaning over Milo a new local homeless guy she has no idea why she has brought him to her home after she tends to his bruises and sees what a kind gregarious guy he is she’s further bewildered to hear herself say she can give him a job at her cleaning service and he can continue to stay with her as long as he follows the house rules of course. I mean buying someone toiletries and helping them get over the flu doesn’t mean you know them right? So why is it ~feels so comfortable with Milo and despite her “French Romeo“ E they’re just friends anyway. Except for a couple of times when ~jump to conclusions and totally miss read situation she’s liking Milo there more and more but when her rules and taciturn nature start the fall by the wayside and old habits rear their ugly head Matilda thinks twice about having him there after all. Can Tildad use the new her to make the right decision or will she wants again cause her self to be alone and pretend she likes it? At first I found Matilda‘s personality to be awkward but once Milo moved in she became more and more likable with the exceptions of jumping to conclusions also I really found it hard to believe that someone as smart as Matilda could be swayed by the “French“ E but in all honesty smarter women have fell for less. Having said that I truly enjoyed this book I loved Matilda‘s new relationship with Riley and I especially love when she started talking to the cat and not wanting Milo to know that was so funny to me I DK why I couldn’t stop laughing. Especially when the first time she said you’re such a pretty girl and it said Dittle turned and looked at her cautiously, I liked that… So much! I do love cats however in this book so good! I want to thank boldwood books for my free art copy via NetGalley please forgive any mistakes as I am blind and dictate my review.

A novel about second chances, not giving up and how kindness can change lives. Tilda Wright owns a cleaning business and has a very regimented life. She eats the same breakfast every day, rotates the same seven meals for dinner and outside of taking care of a cat, she lives a lonely existence. One day she meets a homeless man named Milo who helps her out when her house becomes flooded. A few days later she sees Milo bleeding and injured after being mugged. Tilda takes a chance and invites Milo to stay on her sofa while he is recovering. Sometimes one little change leads to another and Tilda finds herself thinking in new ways about her business, reaching out to her estranged brother and revealing the things in her past that made her live such a closed off life.

This book can be heavy in parts as it deals with alcoholism, bullying, childhood trauma and depression. As Milo and Tilda get to know each other they have to let down their guards and look at what life has to offer to those who take a chance. I did think the author hid a couple of things from the reader such as Tilda's finding out about Yves and her secret regarding Milo and thought there would be a way to reveal that information more organically. I did enjoy this story and was rooting for Tilda and Milo to move forward with their hearts and their lives. Thank you to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for a ARC of this novel in exchange for a review.

Such a heartwarming story, that really sticks with you. I really enjoyed this book. And would 10/10 recommend.

I was utterly absorbed reading “A Single Act of Kindness”. Samantha Tonge is very skilled at weaving tales, creating characters that matter to the reader and touching on personal and societal issues but wrapped up in a heartwarming story. She has a depth of understanding that shines through in her storytelling and makes for compelling reading. This is a well written, thought provoking book that demonstrates kindness really can make ripples in lives changing things for the better.

Tilda has put up so many walls around her emotions that she finds it difficult to even alter her meal schedules, because she finds security in order. Her young life was defined by a mother who made it clear that Tilda was not her priority, choosing instead to make sure her son would be successful. Escaping three years of alcoholism only when she had a near-death experience, she has built a successful cleaning business. Then her whole world is upended when she meets homeless Milo, who is also a recovering alcoholic. Slowly Tilda discovers that her world doesn’t need to be so alone and lonely, and that making peace with her past will open a whole new world for her. This was a totally heartwarming read.

A Single Act of Kindness by Samantha Tonge was a very enjoyable read. Where it might have teetered over into sentimentality, it hovered for just the right amount of time on the edge. Tilda was a strong lead character, faceted and interesting, beaten by life but not quite broken. I enjoyed watching her relax and rediscover and accept her real self. Milo, with whom she shares the single act of kindness, is also a well-realised character and is not allowed to be either the cause of her change or the machinery of it. The only issue I had with the book was Tilda's mother who seems unbelievable to me. But that might be a reflection of my own stable family life.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a charming, heartwarming story. I enjoyed it a lot!

I couldn't get enough of this book, whenever i wasn't reading it, I was thinking about Tilda and Milo.

I found it hard to initially like Tilda but as you get to know her properly, she really grew into a wonderful main character.

Once again Samantha Tonge has managed to balance big tough topics with tact and sensitivity, and a great deal of knowledge, along with a heartwarming and uplifting story that Will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy.

It's a masterclass of writing and storytelling, in a story that will get under your skin.

Watching as Tilda develops over the course of this book, slackening some of her routines while battling her inner demons was inspiring. And the Tilda we get to know fully is a truly lovely human being.

I do wonder if this book should be sponsored by Dettol, as Dettol is a huge part of this novel, and not in the way you may expect.

Just a simply superb book, that I whole heartedly recommend.

Thank you to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.

I enjoyed this book, although it finished too early for me, I wanted to see what happened with the characters! A heart warming emotional tale of what an effect a single act of kindness can have on somebody's life, I adored it.

Thoughtful, insightful, unusual. This is a romance, yes, but more importantly it's about two lonely, struggling and very different people finding themselves, and so finding each other. Both Tilda and Milo have secrets, and are holding onto past trauma. Tilda has built herself a 'successful' life with a cleaning business. Milo in contrast is homeless and sleeping rough. Let's say he's not an obvious romantic hero. Dettol, Tilda's cat helps bring them together ... but they do the rest themselves.

It's an internal novel - so much of it happens in Tilda's flat, and in their heads. No spoilers but this does cover hard topics - alcoholism, unresolved grief, toxic parenting, bullying, anxiety, fear are all here. But there's familial love too. It's very British - a bit untidy, the weather is tricky, the food is iffy but it's also heartfelt and rewarding. I loved Tilda and so wanted her to give herself a hug. Milo is a sweetheart from the beginning, they just both need a break, and they get one. Recommended!

Thank you NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC. Opinions are all my own.

A beautiful, beautiful story. Tilda and Milo, both estranged from their families, Milo homeless, battling their alcoholic demons. Tilda takes Milo in after he's beaten up on the street and together, slowly, they begin to heal. This is the most wonderful, heartwarming story I've read in a long time, kindness breeds kindness

This wasn’t what I thought, I wanted it to be an uplifting story but I found it sad and though it was compelling what she did, I found it lacked something. Usually I don’t want a book to end, but I was glad this one eventually did.

A nicely engrossing read. Has some sticky topics but they are handled nicely. Not too morose, but also no real romance or comedy here. Worked well to distract me in a bad time. Always a sign of a good storyteller.

This is the story of Tilda who always felt like she was never good enough for her family
She has decided to leave them behind and make a new life for herself. She then meets Milo who turns her world upside down. She decides to help Milo but he ends up helping her just as much.