The Book Share

By Phaedra Patrick

‘Charming and compelling… a beautiful book, wise, heartfelt and full of hope’ Hazel Prior, Away with the Penguins

‘Witty and delightful, this story is a salve to the soul’ Colleen Oakley, The Invisible Husband of Frick Island

It’s never too late to start a new chapter…

Liv Green loves losing herself in a good book. But her everyday reality is less romantic, cleaning houses for people who barely give her the time of day. So when she lands a job housekeeping for her personal hero and mega-bestselling author Essie Starling, she can’t believe her luck.

When Essie dies unexpectedly, Liv is left with a life-changing last wish: to complete Essie’s final novel. To do so, change-averse Liv will have to step away from the fictitious worlds in her head, and into Essie’s shoes. As she begins to write, she uncovers a surprising connection between the two women – and a secret that will change Liv’s life forever…

Brimming with joy and packed with a sparkling cast of characters, The Book Share is a moving reminder that it’s never too late to re-write your own story – perfect for fans of The Lost Bookshop and The Authenticity Project.

Readers love The Book Share:

‘What a fantastic read. I absolutely loved it.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Heartbreakingly endearing but with so much light and love – this is a feel-good hit you should definitely be sharing!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Really enjoyed this book . . . The surprises keep on coming right to the end.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Plenty of twists and turns with interesting characters . . . Uplifting and feel good.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I was so involved with the story it only took me a day to read it.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Such a fresh story and I really didn’t predict what was going to happen.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I’ve never read a book like it. I found myself completely drawn in from the very beginning . . . A truly brilliant, feel good read.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Format: Paperback
Release Date: 31 Mar 2022
Pages: 384
ISBN: 978-0-00-841845-8
Phaedra Patrick studied art and marketing and has worked as a stained glass artist, film festival organiser and communications manager. Her books have been translated into twenty-five languages worldwide and her first three novels were all USA Today bestsellers. Her second novel Rise and Shine Benedict Stone has been made into a Hallmark movie. Phaedra lives with her family in Saddleworth where she writes full-time.

Praise for Phaedra Patrick: -

”'A gem of a book. I loved it.” - Sarah Morgan, Sunday Times bestseller

”'A charming story of self-discovery.” - Hello!

”'Wonderful… the perfect summer read.” - Woman

”'A charming story with thought-provoking themes.” - Candis

”'A feel-good story with oodles of charm.” - The Daily Mail

”'This book is a balm for the soul and the heart.” - The Sun

”'Eccentric, charming and wise, this will illuminate your heart.” - Nina George, author of The Little Paris Bookshop

”'A gorgeous journey told through charms.” - Heat

”'A charming, unforgettable story.” - Harper’s Bazaar

”'With many poignant as well as laugh-out-loud moments, in the vein of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, this is a lovely feel-good read.” - Compass

”'As charming and witty as the title suggest.” - My Weekly

”'We love this sweet story about self-discovery.” - Take A Break