The Promise of Summer by Bella Osborne
After years of dating losers, cheats and one guy who did something unrepeatable to her kettle, Ruby has all but given up on romance. But then a stranger sits next to her on a train to London and explains his plan to propose to the woman of his dreams. Maybe true love does exist after all?
When the man
accidentally leaves the engagement ring behind, Ruby is
determined to save the day. But she hasn't counted on
fellow passenger Curtis stepping in and insisting he should
be the one to track the stranger
down.
As summer closes
in, the unlikely pair make a promise to reunite the ring
with its owner. But can they find their own happy ever
after along the way?
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A
summertime read to put a smile on your face!
Ruby
Edwards' jaded after dating too many losers so when she sits next to
a man on a train who reveals his plan to propose to his girlfriend,
her belief in romance is restored… until the man disappears from
the train… with her phone. Only, Ruby finds the engagement ring
under her seat, determined to reunite it with its owner. However, the
passenger sitting nearby has conflicting ideas on how to tackle the
evolving situation…
Ruby's
friend, Kim runs a florists' shop and is single too. She also wants
some romance in her life, but her situation turns on its head when
someone from her past shows up unexpectedly!
This
is my first Bella Osborne novel and it's a delight. Included are
numerous plot lines, yet the narrative flows seamlessly, as we follow
Ruby on her journey to a happily ever after. Expect highs and lows
along the way creating a story that's both heart-warming and
heartfelt. Prepare to laugh out loud and shed a tear or two as she,
along with Kim confront life issues head-on as they venture along
paths of discovery, in the search for love.
The
award for the most unlikely romantic hero goes to Curtis. He's the
perfect match for bubbly and vibrant Ruby, in his own unique way.
He's socially awkward; a planner who feels more comfortable with a
spreadsheet. He's the voice of reason, both diluting and
complementing Ruby's impulsive actions. Together, they make an
adorable couple in an unconventional way.
The
secondary characters are an eclectic mix of loveable and rogue as
well as the addition of the four-legged canine variety called
Boomerang! Blended together, they all contribute to the emotional
catalogue of events and the eventual satisfying results.
To
sum up, The Promise Of Summer is a delightful and engaging novel and
a perfect summer read.
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Bella's stories are about friendship, love and coping with what life throws at you. She lives in The Midlands, UK with her husband, daughter and a cat who thinks she’s a dog. When not writing Bella is usually eating custard creams and planning holidays.
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