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The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill

Tales From Ivy Hill, Book 1

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The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill

By: Julie Klassen
Narrated by: Elizabeth Jasicki
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The lifeblood of the Wiltshire village of Ivy Hill is its coaching inn, The Bell. But when the innkeeper dies suddenly, his genteel wife, Jane Bell, becomes the reluctant owner. Jane has no notion of how to run a business. However, with the town's livelihood at stake and a large loan due, she must find a way to bring new life to the inn.

Despite their strained relationship, Jane turns to her resentful mother-in-law, Thora, for help. Formerly mistress of The Bell, Thora is struggling to find her place in the world. As she and Jane work together, they form a measure of trust, and Thora's wounded heart begins to heal. When she encounters two men from her past, she sees them - and her future - in a different light.

With pressure mounting from the bank, Jane employs innovative methods to turn the inn around, and puzzles over the intentions of several men who seem to have a vested interest in the place. Will her efforts be enough to save The Bell? And will Thora embrace the possibility of a second chance at love?

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a real work of fiction from a real writer.
no 'fillers', just a well planned and absorbing 17 hours of pleasure for the price of one of those other historic romances thinly written.

wonderful story for 17 hours

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Wasn't expecting much but really enjoy the book! It's female-character but without shoving feminism - it's nicely done. And without it all being about finding love for a change. Good broad range of characters (which I could follow without getting too lost as I do get distracted whille listening). Happy with voice and performance, and how the text is delivered - pauses where needed.
I can picture this being a TV series which I would watch, in the style of BBC's Pride & Prejudice.

Female led with class

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It was quite a visual book, I could picture the characters in a TV series. There were many interesting characters but none totally rounded or gripping. A gentle paced story surrounding a village inn with some mysteries and a few potential love interests. Set in the era of stage coach journeys. A good rather than a great book.

Rural life & coaching inns.

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I personally loved this book; the plot was very engaging. However, I found some parts to be a bit repetitive, which made it feel stretched at times. Overall, the characters are wonderful, and the book flows beautifully, thanks to the narrator's incredible performance.

The author is a great find!

A Wonderful Find: A Beautifully Crafted Tale

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This is the second book I've listened to by this author. I'm now hooked on this series and can't wait to read/listen to the next instalment. Excellent writing with some very personable characters. Lovely narration too.

Loved it!

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