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    Summer at the Dog & Duck: The perfect, heartwarming, feel-good romance from Jill Steeples
    Wedding Bells at the Dog & Duck: A perfect, feel-good, uplifting romance from Jill Steeples for 2024
    Winter at the Dog & Duck: A cosy, feel-good, festive romance from Jill Steeples
    Audiobook series4 titles

    Dog & Duck Series

    Written by Jill Steeples

    Narrated by Beth Lilly

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    About this series

    ‘Just the loveliest place to cosy up and escape to.' Beth Moran

    Life in Little Leyton is never quiet, and when handsome developer Max and his bride-to-be Ellie receive some sad news, he decides to whisk her away for a romantic break.

    The time away gives Ellie a new perspective, and she's eager to get home to get on with planning their wedding. But a devastating incident at the pub she runs, the Dog & Duck, puts everything in jeopardy. And at their home, tensions are heightened when Ellie's future mother-in-law turns up with all her worldly belongings, much to Max's sister Katy’s despair.

    With Max preoccupied with problems at work, Ellie's left literally holding the baby while dealing with a seemingly endless list of dramas. And as Christmas approaches, Ellie begins to wonder if she'll ever get her happily ever after...

    Join Jill Steeples for this heart-warming romance to remember. Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Cathy Bramley and Miranda Dickinson.

    What readers say about Jill Steeples:

    ‘Loved it!! Well written with loveable characters and an easy reading plot to follow. Enjoyable read that leaves you with that feel good factor and of course the happy ever after.’

    ‘Absolutely loved this book…. From start to finish…could not put this down, such a lovely story, great characters sad to finish it…’

    ‘One of those books that you can’t put down as you sit curled up in a cosy armchair. It a brilliant story with all the right ingredients. Love laughter tears and smiles.’

    ‘If you love a lively, light-hearted, rom-com type of book, this is the one for you! Jill Steeples writes in an easy, confident manner.’

    ‘Loved this book. Great writing. Brilliant setting you felt like you were there living it with them. Highly recommended.’

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBoldwood Books
    Release dateSep 2, 2023
    Summer at the Dog & Duck: The perfect, heartwarming, feel-good romance from Jill Steeples
    Wedding Bells at the Dog & Duck: A perfect, feel-good, uplifting romance from Jill Steeples for 2024
    Winter at the Dog & Duck: A cosy, feel-good, festive romance from Jill Steeples

    Titles in the series (4)

    • 1

      Winter at the Dog & Duck: A cosy, feel-good, festive romance from Jill Steeples
      Winter at the Dog & Duck: A cosy, feel-good, festive romance from Jill Steeples

      Winter at the Dog & Duck: A cosy, feel-good, festive romance from Jill Steeples

      Jill Steeples
      5/5 - 1 rating
      5/5 - 1 rating

      Ellie Browne has left behind her high-flying job in London to return to the charming Buckinghamshire village of Little Leyton. Working shifts at the Dog and Duck pub and running her own doggy-daycare business, Ellie's looking for a simpler way of life in this idyllic English setting. But Little Leyton's landscape is changing: Johnny Tay, Ellie's ex, wants to pick up where they left off; sultry property developer Max Golding has moved into the village and is ruffling feathers; and rumour has it that the pub, which holds a special place in Ellie's heart, might be sold. Suddenly, life's looking a whole lot more complicated.... Can Ellie overcome all the challenges to finally find her one true love? A perfect feel-good romantic novel to curl up with. This story of new beginnings, love and friendship is perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan and Lucy Diamond. What readers say about Jill Steeples: ‘Lovely romantic story. Well worth reading, couldn’t put it down once I’d started it.’ ‘It is always nice to escape with a good book and this book will whisk you away. A great, uplifting read that is sure to put a smile on your face.’ ‘Jill Steeple’s experienced hand crafts perfect and engaging stories, well rounded characters and wonderful romance. I can wholeheartedly recommend any of Jill’s books to make you smile and feel a little warmer inside than when you began.’ 'It is always nice to escape with a good book and this book will whisk you away for a few hours. A great, uplifting read that is sure to put a smile on your face.' 'I’m so delighted to have discovered Jill Steeples’ writing – the beautiful setting of Primrose Woods (I’d rather like to walk the Wildflower Trail with Pia and Bertie too), the well developed characters and community, the gentle storytelling and the warmth that permeates every page.'

      Ellie Browne has left behind her high-flying job in London to return to the charming Buckinghamshire village of Little Leyton. Working shifts at the Dog and Duck pub and running her own doggy-daycare business, Ellie's looking for a simpler way of life in this idyllic English setting. But Little Leyton's landscape is changing: Johnny Tay, Ellie's ex, wants to pick up where they left off; sultry property developer Max Golding has moved into the village and is ruffling feathers; and rumour has it that the pub, which holds a special place in Ellie's heart, might be sold. Suddenly, life's looking a whole lot more complicated.... Can Ellie overcome all the challenges to finally find her one true love? A perfect feel-good romantic novel to curl up with. This story of new beginnings, love and friendship is perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan and Lucy Diamond. What readers say about Jill Steeples: ‘Lovely romantic story. Well worth reading, couldn’t put it down once I’d started it.’ ‘It is always nice to escape with a good book and this book will whisk you away. A great, uplifting read that is sure to put a smile on your face.’ ‘Jill Steeple’s experienced hand crafts perfect and engaging stories, well rounded characters and wonderful romance. I can wholeheartedly recommend any of Jill’s books to make you smile and feel a little warmer inside than when you began.’ 'It is always nice to escape with a good book and this book will whisk you away for a few hours. A great, uplifting read that is sure to put a smile on your face.' 'I’m so delighted to have discovered Jill Steeples’ writing – the beautiful setting of Primrose Woods (I’d rather like to walk the Wildflower Trail with Pia and Bertie too), the well developed characters and community, the gentle storytelling and the warmth that permeates every page.'

    • 2

      Summer at the Dog & Duck: The perfect, heartwarming, feel-good romance from Jill Steeples
      Summer at the Dog & Duck: The perfect, heartwarming, feel-good romance from Jill Steeples

      Summer at the Dog & Duck: The perfect, heartwarming, feel-good romance from Jill Steeples

      Jill Steeples
      0 ratings
      0 ratings

      Ellie Browne has found happiness running the Dog & Duck pub in the idyllic village of Little Leyton. Her blossoming romance with handsome property developer Max Golding is going swimmingly, and with her new best friend, Digby the black Labrador, at her side, life couldn't be sweeter. But their peace is shattered when Max's younger sister, Katy, turns up unannounced with a whole heap of attitude. And Max's loyalties are stretched further when his glamorous ex Sasha reappears with a burgeoning secret. With the master of the manor preoccupied with the demands of his 'other women', Ellie's forced to consider if she has any role to play in Max's life or in the village of Little Leyton. Can Ellie get her life and relationship back on track in time for the summer charity ball at Braithwaite Manor? The perfect feel-good love story for fans of Cathy Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston. What readers say about Jill Steeples: ‘Lovely romantic story. Well worth reading, couldn’t put it down once I’d started it.’ ‘It is always nice to escape with a good book and this book will whisk you away. A great, uplifting read that is sure to put a smile on your face.’ ‘Jill Steeple’s experienced hand crafts perfect and engaging stories, well rounded characters and wonderful romance. I can wholeheartedly recommend any of Jill’s books to make you smile and feel a little warmer inside than when you began.’ 'Brilliant story. Got you hooked in from the beginning.' 'Snowflakes Over Primrose Woods is such a lovely, feel-good story, with incredible characters – it really will leave you feeling festive and the perfect book to curl up with on a cold, wintery afternoon – a must-read from me.'

      Ellie Browne has found happiness running the Dog & Duck pub in the idyllic village of Little Leyton. Her blossoming romance with handsome property developer Max Golding is going swimmingly, and with her new best friend, Digby the black Labrador, at her side, life couldn't be sweeter. But their peace is shattered when Max's younger sister, Katy, turns up unannounced with a whole heap of attitude. And Max's loyalties are stretched further when his glamorous ex Sasha reappears with a burgeoning secret. With the master of the manor preoccupied with the demands of his 'other women', Ellie's forced to consider if she has any role to play in Max's life or in the village of Little Leyton. Can Ellie get her life and relationship back on track in time for the summer charity ball at Braithwaite Manor? The perfect feel-good love story for fans of Cathy Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston. What readers say about Jill Steeples: ‘Lovely romantic story. Well worth reading, couldn’t put it down once I’d started it.’ ‘It is always nice to escape with a good book and this book will whisk you away. A great, uplifting read that is sure to put a smile on your face.’ ‘Jill Steeple’s experienced hand crafts perfect and engaging stories, well rounded characters and wonderful romance. I can wholeheartedly recommend any of Jill’s books to make you smile and feel a little warmer inside than when you began.’ 'Brilliant story. Got you hooked in from the beginning.' 'Snowflakes Over Primrose Woods is such a lovely, feel-good story, with incredible characters – it really will leave you feeling festive and the perfect book to curl up with on a cold, wintery afternoon – a must-read from me.'

    • 3

      Wedding Bells at the Dog & Duck: A perfect, feel-good, uplifting romance from Jill Steeples for 2024
      Wedding Bells at the Dog & Duck: A perfect, feel-good, uplifting romance from Jill Steeples for 2024

      Wedding Bells at the Dog & Duck: A perfect, feel-good, uplifting romance from Jill Steeples for 2024

      Jill Steeples
      5/5 - 2 ratings
      5/5 - 2 ratings

      Ellie Browne, landlady of the Dog & Duck, is looking forward to a relaxing Christmas Day before the arrival of her and Max’s baby in the new year. But with a snowstorm brewing outside, it seems that things might not go quite to plan. After the dramatic events of the holiday season, Ellie settles into her new life at Max's huge country mansion, Braithwaite Manor, juggling work and family as best she can. When she's asked to help organise a summer wedding for one of her best friends it's only natural that her mind turns to her own non-existent wedding plans! But with Max decidedly lukewarm on the subject and other family complications threatening to disrupt life further, Ellie fears there'll never be wedding bells at the Dog & Duck after all. The perfect feel-good love story for fans of Cathy Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston. What readers say about Jill Steeples: 'Wonderful warm wintry read with everything you want in a Christmas read!! Enjoyable, heart warming, festive fun!' 'Jill Steeples makes the reader feel as though the characters are life long friends and I love how they all link together in one way or another. Looking forward to more from this Author in the near future.' 'It is a very festive and cosy read. This is a lovely heartwarming read which also has a few surprises and twists and turns. I really enjoyed reading this book.' 'Snowflakes Over Primrose Woods is superbly written but then I have come to expect nothing less from Jill Steeples. Jill has one of those easy going writing styles that is easy to get used to and easy to get along with. In fact reading one of Jill's books feels more like a chat between friends rather than reading a book.'

      Ellie Browne, landlady of the Dog & Duck, is looking forward to a relaxing Christmas Day before the arrival of her and Max’s baby in the new year. But with a snowstorm brewing outside, it seems that things might not go quite to plan. After the dramatic events of the holiday season, Ellie settles into her new life at Max's huge country mansion, Braithwaite Manor, juggling work and family as best she can. When she's asked to help organise a summer wedding for one of her best friends it's only natural that her mind turns to her own non-existent wedding plans! But with Max decidedly lukewarm on the subject and other family complications threatening to disrupt life further, Ellie fears there'll never be wedding bells at the Dog & Duck after all. The perfect feel-good love story for fans of Cathy Bramley, Heidi Swain and Julie Houston. What readers say about Jill Steeples: 'Wonderful warm wintry read with everything you want in a Christmas read!! Enjoyable, heart warming, festive fun!' 'Jill Steeples makes the reader feel as though the characters are life long friends and I love how they all link together in one way or another. Looking forward to more from this Author in the near future.' 'It is a very festive and cosy read. This is a lovely heartwarming read which also has a few surprises and twists and turns. I really enjoyed reading this book.' 'Snowflakes Over Primrose Woods is superbly written but then I have come to expect nothing less from Jill Steeples. Jill has one of those easy going writing styles that is easy to get used to and easy to get along with. In fact reading one of Jill's books feels more like a chat between friends rather than reading a book.'

    • 4

      Happily-Ever-After at the Dog & Duck: A beautifully heartwarming romance from Jill Steeples
      Happily-Ever-After at the Dog & Duck: A beautifully heartwarming romance from Jill Steeples

      Happily-Ever-After at the Dog & Duck: A beautifully heartwarming romance from Jill Steeples

      Jill Steeples
      0 ratings
      0 ratings

      ‘Just the loveliest place to cosy up and escape to.' Beth Moran Life in Little Leyton is never quiet, and when handsome developer Max and his bride-to-be Ellie receive some sad news, he decides to whisk her away for a romantic break. The time away gives Ellie a new perspective, and she's eager to get home to get on with planning their wedding. But a devastating incident at the pub she runs, the Dog & Duck, puts everything in jeopardy. And at their home, tensions are heightened when Ellie's future mother-in-law turns up with all her worldly belongings, much to Max's sister Katy’s despair. With Max preoccupied with problems at work, Ellie's left literally holding the baby while dealing with a seemingly endless list of dramas. And as Christmas approaches, Ellie begins to wonder if she'll ever get her happily ever after... Join Jill Steeples for this heart-warming romance to remember. Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Cathy Bramley and Miranda Dickinson. What readers say about Jill Steeples: ‘Loved it!! Well written with loveable characters and an easy reading plot to follow. Enjoyable read that leaves you with that feel good factor and of course the happy ever after.’ ‘Absolutely loved this book…. From start to finish…could not put this down, such a lovely story, great characters sad to finish it…’ ‘One of those books that you can’t put down as you sit curled up in a cosy armchair. It a brilliant story with all the right ingredients. Love laughter tears and smiles.’ ‘If you love a lively, light-hearted, rom-com type of book, this is the one for you! Jill Steeples writes in an easy, confident manner.’ ‘Loved this book. Great writing. Brilliant setting you felt like you were there living it with them. Highly recommended.’

      ‘Just the loveliest place to cosy up and escape to.' Beth Moran Life in Little Leyton is never quiet, and when handsome developer Max and his bride-to-be Ellie receive some sad news, he decides to whisk her away for a romantic break. The time away gives Ellie a new perspective, and she's eager to get home to get on with planning their wedding. But a devastating incident at the pub she runs, the Dog & Duck, puts everything in jeopardy. And at their home, tensions are heightened when Ellie's future mother-in-law turns up with all her worldly belongings, much to Max's sister Katy’s despair. With Max preoccupied with problems at work, Ellie's left literally holding the baby while dealing with a seemingly endless list of dramas. And as Christmas approaches, Ellie begins to wonder if she'll ever get her happily ever after... Join Jill Steeples for this heart-warming romance to remember. Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Cathy Bramley and Miranda Dickinson. What readers say about Jill Steeples: ‘Loved it!! Well written with loveable characters and an easy reading plot to follow. Enjoyable read that leaves you with that feel good factor and of course the happy ever after.’ ‘Absolutely loved this book…. From start to finish…could not put this down, such a lovely story, great characters sad to finish it…’ ‘One of those books that you can’t put down as you sit curled up in a cosy armchair. It a brilliant story with all the right ingredients. Love laughter tears and smiles.’ ‘If you love a lively, light-hearted, rom-com type of book, this is the one for you! Jill Steeples writes in an easy, confident manner.’ ‘Loved this book. Great writing. Brilliant setting you felt like you were there living it with them. Highly recommended.’

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