Storybook Ending

A Novel

De: Poppy Alexander

Narrado por: Karen Cass

From the author of The Littlest Library—a heartwarming novel about a widowed children’s book author who moves into a cottage in the English countryside and finds herself face-to-face with the handsome and brooding blacksmith who lives next door.

In her books she can write “happily ever after”— but real life? That’s another matter…

For children’s book author Imogen, an idyllic life in the English countryside seems like the perfect fit for her and her husband. But when tragedy strikes, Imogen is left widowed, and finds herself moving into Storybook Cottage alone with only her monstrously narcissistic cat for company.

After discovering she is pregnant, Imogen grows determined to embrace a new start in Middlemass, with its duckpond, cricket matches and village fêtes. The only thing Imogen can’t seem to shake is her neighbor—a brooding, artisan blacksmith named Gabriel—who she can’t quite decide is friend or foe. That is until she realizes, thanks to an arcane clause in her deeds, that Gabriel— not just an artist, but lord of the local manor house— has the power to take her home and leave her completely broke.

Devastatingly, he seems keen to do exactly that. Yet, Imogen finds herself drawn to him nonetheless. And in her darkest hour, Gabriel may just be the bright spot to save Imogen in more ways than one.

©2024 Poppy Alexander (P)2024 HarperCollins Publishers

you knew what was going to happen but it was like a breath of fresh air

love the storytelling the story and images that were painted with words
I was born in Devon at home not that different then Ruth's birth

Loved this one too.

This is the second book I've listened to from this author. This was just as good as the first. Great characters, funny banter and a few familiar characters from the previous book. Loved it!!!

Wonderful Story!

I listen to a lot of audio books and have to honestly say this is the BEST one I have found in years! The story was fantastic and entertaining. Excellent narration as well.

Fantastic Fabulous Loved

With a library of over 400 audible books, I am marking this as one of my favorites. Poppy Alexander writes another wonderful tale in the countryside with fascinating characters and a sweet love story. You can’t help but read them on throughout the book. May Poppy always use Karen Cass as narrator, as they are a perfect duo.

Another wonderful story!

As is the case with all of Poppy Alexander's books, the characters in Storybook Cottage are well developed and enjoyable. This has been a wonderful listen (kudos to the narrator - well done!) I look forward to Ms. Alexander's next book.

Sweet story with quirky, lovable characters

Great reminder of how the lowest points in life can turn into the highest. Perfect book to nestle into a countryside atmosphere, with its ups and downs.