Escape to Giddywell Grange

by Kim Nash

‘A delightful and dazzling romantic comedy full of warmth, charm and heart’ ☆☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ Bookish Jottings

‘A gem of a book with superb characters and a beautiful storyline that will touch your heart’ ☆☆☆☆☆ Dash Fan Book Reviews

After having her heart broken by boyfriend Jamie, successful businesswoman Maddy Young threw herself into her career, not realising how she was neglecting her friends and family. But when she’s made redundant from the job she loved so much, Maddy takes her wounded pride back to her childhood home - the village of Giddywell.

With time on her hands being the only thing that Maddy does have, when best friend Beth, needs help with her doggy daycare business at Giddywell Grange, she's the obvious choice to help out.

Soon, Maddy is swapping designer handbags for doggy poo bags and Jimmy Choo heels for wellies… and when she meets furry friend Baxter the Cockerpoo, Maddy learns that love can come from unexpected places.

With Beth's brother - and Maddy’s schoolgirl crush - Alex, back from the States, she soon realises he still makes her heart flip. But when Jamie crashes back into her world, with an offer which looks too good to refuse, will Maddy go back to her old life? Or will she discover that the key to her future lies in making other people happy?

An uplifting romantic comedy that will warm your heart – perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Milly Johnson and Lucy Dillon.

Readers are loving Escape to Giddywell Grange:

‘the ‘Queen of Feel-Good’ is back!... Kim Nash has created characters that you want to embrace as your own friends.’ Jan’s Book Buzz

‘Leaves you sighing with happiness as you turn the final page.’ Cal Turner Reviews

‘This is a wonderful heartwarming story that I would absolutely recommend because it is just fabulous.’ Me and My Books

‘Wow, just wow!... a truly uplifting story about people, opportunities and even dogs coming into your life when you need them the most’ Booking Good Read

‘A wonderful plot, brilliant characters and a little humour and romance make this a perfect uplifting read.’ Nicki’s Book Blog

‘This story is so moving and uplifting…I well and truly love this book and can’t praise it enough….giving it all the stars.’ Baker’s Not So Secret Blog

‘a heartwarming, feel good fun read that is guaranteed to lift your spirits. A wonderful blend of romance, friendship, relationships as well as following your heart.’ By the Letter Book Reviews

‘so uplifting and heartwarming...It left me with the warm fuzzies and a glow of happiness.’ Herding Cats

‘gentle and filled with exceptional warmth… This really was a thoroughly lovely read – I enjoyed it very much, and recommend it to all.’ Being Anne

‘An enjoyable read that gives you a warm, fuzzy feeling…the perfect read to curl up with on the couch and relax.’ Books of All Kinds

‘Another fabulous, relatable, feel good story!... The story had such a warmth to it’ Audio Killed The Bookmark

‘I really enjoyed the motivating message...There is always time to dream and to aspire to the things we enjoy doing. Truly an inspiring five-star read!’ Chick Lit Central

‘If you’re looking for a lovely escapist read, this heartwarming, humorous journey of friendship, self-discovery and gentle romance is the answer.’ Jane Hunt Writer

• ISBN13: 9781788638579
• Publish Date: 5 March 2020 (first published 18 September 2019)
• Publish Status: Out of Print
• Out of Print: 24 January 2024
• Publish Country: GB
• Publisher: Canelo
• Imprint: Canelo Hera
• Format: Paperback (B-Format (198x129 mm))
• Pages: 304
• Language: English

Reviews

[zooloo1983]

I started this book before I read Kim’s post about her inspiration to the book, but I hadn’t quite finished the book. When I went back to the book I had fresh eyes and to be honest it made it all a bit more emosh for me! I finished the book and messaged Kim, and just said you made me cry again! This book is most definitely a book about finding yourself again and finding your place again, something I need to do now and again, a bit of mindfulness.


Maddy, she is just such a lovely character. She has so much love to give but heartache drove her to consume her whole life with work. Then one day work isn’t there anymore and we watch her pick up the pieces. We see at the beginning, her best friend Beth, pushing her out into the community and mucking in at Growlers, the dog home. Seeing her branch out into an allotment. The final third is when her past catches up with her and how she copes with it.

It is hard for Maddy as she has to come to terms with the fact she’s not been there for people, she’s been a bit snotty and she sees people like a bit of a burden. But at the same time, she is wholesome and she wants to do right again that you find it hard not to be mad with her. She was just coping with life and everyone copes differently.

I must admit in the final 3rd of the book I was shouting at Maddy a bit because I became increasingly concerned with her decision making and felt quite frankly I should be in charge, not that it was going to happen, but she pulled through at the final hurdle and all is at peace with the world.

It was the ending that got me. I won’t say why or how, but for me it was beautiful and it happened exactly the way I wanted it too. I closed the kindle with a smile on my face and maybe a few tears down my face…but mainly the smile!!!

I absolutely adored Amazing Grace (which you can check my review out on Anniversary day!) and for the “tough” second novel, Kim has smashed it. I just want to know when I can read another book by her! Knowing that this is partially based on facts, I want to know which bits!! It adds an extra layer to the story and makes it that bit more special for me as a reader. I adored it!