A French Affair

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Gina and Sally Makepiece have inherited a stall in the French House - an antiques centre nestled in the heart of the English countryside. Gina is determined to drag the French House and its grumpy owner into the 21st century.

Bearing all the attributes of a modern-day Mr Rochester, Matthew Ballinger is less than happy with the whirlwind that has arrived on his doorstep. The last thing either of them want is to fall in love. But will a trip to France change their minds?

Katie FfordeJilly BondPenguin Audio

Romance

Critic reviews

"‘Immensely enjoyable…a very satisfying read.… It certainly won’t disappoint Katie Fforde fans in the least." ( The Bookbag)

" A French Affair is the deliciously romantic new novel from Katie Fforde, one of our favourite authors here at Hot Brands Cool Places. Curl up in a comfy chair, settle in and enjoy this utterly charming escapist read. We loved it! Highly Recommended!" ( Hot Brands Cool Places)

“Easy, escapist reading” ( Sunday Mirror)

“Fforde’s Bargain Hunt-esque setting provides an enjoyable background to a fledgling romance.” ( The Lady )

“If your summer holiday seems like speck on the horizon, get some much-needed escapism with Katie Fforde.” ( Yours)

“Reading one of Katie’s books is rather like meeting up with an old friend – you can always be assured you’ll find an interesting, entertaining, oh-so charming story you’ll love.” ( Fabulous Magazine)

“A delightful romantic tale” ( Press Association review)

“A cute read” ( Chicklit Plus)

“Effortlessly loveable, warm and fun, this is perfect reading for a chilly evening.” ( Closer magazine)

“Fforde is always a pleasure to read and this fluffy confection about the, erm, racy (!) world of antiques effortlessly updates all the usual Jane Austen clichés with great panache.” ( Star Magazine)

"The best-selling author of Recipe for Love adds a French frisson to a jaunty romp through the world of antiques." ( France Magazine)

"With sparkling characters and an irresistible romance set around an antiques centre and a modern-day Mr Rochester, this story has all the necessary feel good elements for a satisfying read." ( My Weekly)

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Sally, Gina and Matthew, antiques and upcycling, save the antiques centre aka The French House, two sisters on a mission and one large dog and more besides, are all included here. There's so mucha in this book, it's hard to pick out a single theme. Always something happening and enjoyable.