One of my favorite words in the entire world is serendipity. And while the word doesn’t appear in this book, it’s meaning – the idea that luck and good fortune sometimes go hand in hand – is at the very heart of this book.

Daisy is a single mom, soon-to-be empty nester, who is stuck in a bit of a rut. She spends her days keeping the books for her clients, volunteering, and taking care of her son. But when she is witness to a biking accident in front of her house, she soon finds herself with a new tenant for her garden cottage…and a chance at love and the kind of life she’s always wanted.

This is book three in the Welcome to Thorndale series, but honestly, I had no idea it wasn’t a stand alone until after I read it. I’m excited to go and see what other stories this little town has to offer.

What I Liked:

Daisy is such a likable character. She’s got a bit of life under her belt and she’s not afraid to be direct. I like that she’s not a push-over. 

And I really love how the author was able to create such a warm, close-knit, small town. The characters were distinct and memorable. This is the kind of story that was made for a Hallmark movie with a beautiful set, a garden that just screams romance, and of course, plenty of chemistry between Daisy and Ben!

What I Wish Had Been Different:

While I liked the banter back and forth between Daisy and Ben, it got a little repetitive. They miscommunicate, they have a bit of a snippy confrontation, then they both apologize. I think I would have preferred for that to change up a bit. Maybe a bigger argument or a bit more lingering tension before the apology. 

For the happily-ever-after ending, it’s nod to the importance of mental health, and a main character who isn’t a 20-something size-2, this book earns a solid 4 stars.