I have never read a book by this author before, so although this book is the third in a series, I read it as a standalone. It works, and now I want to read the first two books in the series. I loved the setting, and the alpacas. One question: who looked after the alpacas when Emma was away for the weekend? It wasn't mentioned. The romance wasn't the focus of the book, which was refreshing. With thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A gentle and oh so cute romance. Emma and Killian are lovely, they both come to the story with baggage and the first quarter of the book is all Emma and her heartbreak. This set up the sympathy for her and we discover slowly what is holding Killian back. The highlight of the book is the alpacas and as Emma learns about them so did i! The soft fur and fighting for their care helps Emma grow and open up as does the cuddles they give others. This is a beautiful series that is gentle and like being given a caring hug.

Just finished this book and now I have a book hangover ,just can't get into another book, probably because my head is still in this one.
I think Jessica Redland has become my favourite author.
Her books are relaxing and easy to read and let you escape from all the bad news in the media which seems to get worse every day.
The word in this book is Alpacas,and now I want to go Alpaca walking. Emma,the main character is lovely and has had a very raw deal with the partners she has had.
Luckily she has a lovely family and great best friend and things are looking up for her. I'm not going to give spoilers away as I've seen reviews that practically tell the whole story.
Absolutely lovely read and the cliffhanger ending in the previous book led seamlessly into this story. I would have liked to have seen more interaction between Oliver and Emma as it only seemed to have been squeezed in near the end.

Another amazing book by Jessica Redland full of emotions and a love story set in. Beautiful setting.
Loved the characters and feel so in love with the whole story I read it in one sitting like watching a hallmark movie snuggled up
Couldn’t be happier

I love Emma and her alpacas. They always made me smile when they popped up on the pages. Jillian is just the sweetest. There is so much heart and soul to this book. There were a lot of passages in the book that really resignated with me. It’s a very thought provoking story. It really delves into relationships, both those with one’s parents and with a significant other. I truly enjoyed reading this. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

I’ve read, and loved, many of Jessica Redland’s previous books but I’m ashamed to say that the escape to the lakes series has passed me by until now. However., after reading the aptly titled The Best is Yet to Come all that will change. I loved this tale of new beginnings, healing and love in all its forms and the alpacas were an added bonus. I loved Emma and Killian but my favourite character was Emma’s dad who was brave and forgiving. Can’t wait to catch up with the series but also looking forward to catch ups with the magnificent seven in later books.

If my maths is correct, which to be honest is very rare, I think this is my 13th Jessica Redland book, and all of them have come from being sent early ARCs to read, and I am so grateful for that as she is now one of my absolute go-to authors now for feel-good, uplifting stories.

I have loved this series, mainly because I love the Lake District, and she's managed to infuse each page with the wonder and splendour that the Lakes offer. But also the characters have been lovely and the plots interesting.

I enjoy that they've all been sent in the same area, and so whilst each story focusses on a different one or two character, we do get to see the others in the background throughout the series, which is nice. It really hammers home that sense of community.

It can be read as a standalone book, but personally I think you get more out of it if you read the whole series from the start, as you begin to invest in everyone and everything.

I really liked Emma as a main character, she was hardworking, passionate, and selfless. Whereas Grayson was rude and selfish and obnoxious and I disliked him straight away. He gave off his negative energy that everyone was beneath him, when in fact Emma was far better without him.

Whenever you look at the book prize lists, they're always full of literary fiction, books that have a moral, books that may be quite difficult to read (I know this is a generalisation and it's not necessarily a bad one, just an observation), but rarely, if ever, do you see books like Jessica's, romance, uplifting, happily-ever-after types, and I think that's a shame because her books are as worthy as any other. Her books, and this is no different, are so uplifting, they're about friends and community, family and love, hope and joy.

There are some difficult subject matters, such as career changes, relationship issues, affairs, breakups, potential verbal abuse, family dynamic problems, illness, bereavement, trust and the lack of it etc. but it all works within the context of this uplifting story.

It's bizarre, it's very much not a festive book, but there were bits about it that put me in that frame of mind, that whole curling up under the covers with a hot chocolate whilst it rains outside, that kind of thing, which bizarrely really put me in this cosy wintery mood and warmed me right up.

Jessica has a talent for ensuring that no matter what the reader might be going through or feeling at the time, they will always feel warm and uplifted by the end of her story, and that's exactly what she's done here.

I'm so happy to see in her acknowledgements that Jessica plans to write a whole lot more stories set in this series, which I am so glad of as I'm not quite ready to leave this wonderful family she has created.

When Emma retires from teaching she thinks there's a new life for her with fiance Grayson on one of Beatrix Potter' farms only to discover that he doesn't want her there. She's' got no job, nowhere to live and she's broken hearted. She goes to stay with her dad and then discovers Oliver at Willowdale Hall and all things change. .Love Jessica's books and this is no exception

I had impatiently waited for this book after the cliffhanger of book 2. That was resolved in the first couple of pages and then the story took a different turn which confused me at first. Once the connection was clear it all made sense. I love all of Jessica's books. This eventually ended up being no exception. I hope there's more of this series to come.

I absolutely loved this. New and old characters. As with all Jessica 's books you learn things emotionally and practically. I think it is her best to date. I could not stop reading it. You follow Emma's story and gosh there were some ups and downs. Love the alpaca part and getting to know her father again. A must read. Could read as a stand alone . Brilliant Jessica.

A lovely story added to this series. It stands fine by itself as well. I enjoyed the story of love and moving on, with great characters and a perfect setting.

Jessica Redland's books are like a hug and invite you into these wonderful worlds. That certainly is the case with Willowdale Hall and the story of Emma. I fell in love with this gorgeous character: a woman who has been badly done by men but in the end can she find her happy ever after with a new dream.

I loved the alpacs storyline and seeing Emma's journey to Willowdale Hall. I couldn't put it down as we get wonderful cameos, meeting some wonderful people. I love how she's managed to tie in the cliffhanger from her last book into this one.

Killian - could their be any more of a prefect man? I just wanted to hug him! He's been through so much but he still has this heart of gold!

There is mention of Beatrix Potter farms which is a nice running theme throughout all the books. I love her works and I loved finding out more through Jessica's very highly researched books.

I can't wait for book four!

Thanks to the publishers and Netgalley for an advance copy of this book in exchange for a review.

The trouble with a new Jessica Redland book is that you can't wait to read it, however, the trouble with a new Jessica Redland book is that you don't want to finish it! This is another instalment of the series set in the Lake District but can very easily be read as a standalone.

Loved it! Can't wait for the next instalment.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for this ARC.

I'm very fond of their books in general and I have seen Jessica Redland books around and always admired their utterly gorgeous covers. This one really drew me in so I requested it. I didn't realise it's book 3 in a series but the author has kindly given a summary of book 2 in the epilogue so I felt all caught up.

Emma, 47, has been with Grayson for over 7 years. She is a teacher but when he manages to get a tenancy on one of the Beatrix Potter farms in the Lake District, she gives up her job and her house to move with him. Then Grayson, in a horrible act of betrayal, breaks up with her, just as she is about to move a 7-strong herd of alpacas onto part of the land. Then her estranged Dad reappears to tell her she has a half- brother - Oliver from book 2. He and his girlfriend Rosie welcome her with open arms to Willowdale Hall and find space for her alpaca business - but their groundsman Killian needs to fix the structures first.

I loved how Emma repairs the fractured relationship with her Dad and makes new friendships, especially with Killian. She hasn't had the best of luck with men, so she is understandably careful not to make the same mistake again, especially as both she and Killian have trauma in their past, but her friends and family helps to get a new lease of life for her and the Magnificent Seven!

The setting is gorgeous and the characters, human and animal, engaging. It's a lovely, warmhearted escapist second chances summer read, especially if you love alpacas and the Lake District.

Another wonderful installment in this series set in the Lake District. It’s a great standalone book but is much better if you have read the previous books in the series. A beautiful setting with a wonderful look at keeping alpacas. A really nice escape but be prepared for unlikeable characters.