A feel-good story of new beginnings set in an idyllic English country village by top 50 bestselling author Alison Sherlock.

Welcome back to Railway Lane.

When high flying, workaholic Katy Smith is suddenly made redundant, she needs to find a job fast!

After mistakenly answering an advert online, she quickly realises that the rundown railway station in sleepy Cranfield isn’t the 5-star London hotels she’s used to working in!

But a job’s a job. Right?

Chef Ryan Connelly is having a crisis of confidence after his Italian dream turns sour.

Returning home to try to pick up the pieces of his parents broken marriage, he soon discovers that his family home, the railway station, is close to financial ruin Can Katy use all of her skills and find a way to save the railway station?

And can Ryan rediscover his passion of cooking once more?

As winter in Cranfield begins to sprinkle its magic, perhaps Katy and Ryan can find their very own new beginning on Railway Lane.

A cosy, heartwarming story perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Cathy Bramley

Readers love Alison Sherlock:

'Glorious escapism. Uplifting, heartwarming and joyful. Alison Sherlock writes with a warmth and lightness of touch' Kerry Fisher

'A lovely story of finding yourself and discovering what home means. I couldn’t stop turning the pages. Loved it.' Jessica Redland

'It felt like revisiting old friends and meeting some new ones! Alison has a great cast of characters as always' 5 Star Reader Review

'I really loved reading this book. A feel good story that left a warm feeling in my heart' 5 Star Reader Review

'She creates a world that is so good to escape to that you don’t want to leave' 5 Star Reader Review


The penultimate book in Alison Sherlocks, heart-warming Railway Lane series - one not to be missed...

She drives a tractor. He arrives in a red Ferrari. What could possibly go wrong?

Flora Barton is desperate to save her family home Strawberry Hill Farm. She only needs one thing - a great business idea to keep the farm afloat!

So, when Nico Rossi arrives from Italy with a crazy plan to save the farm, Flora should be overjoyed. The trouble is the Rossi men are infamous playboys and sensible Flora doesn’t trust impetuous Nico at all.

Nico has been trying to escape the famous Rossi surname his whole life. Arriving in sleepy Cranfield after recently losing his beloved grandfather and family vineyard, he has no intention of staying on any longer than necessary. But he soon realises how desperate the situation is and throws caution to the wind to help turn the farm into a Glamping site.

Can Flora realise her dreams to keep the farm safe for the future and can Nico ever stop running from his past?

As they try to save Strawberry Hill Farm, secrets are revealed and just maybe they’ll discover why opposites attract...

A cosy, feel-good read, perfect for the fans of Della Galton, Holly Martin and Cathy Bramley

Praise for Alison Sherlock:

’The story is lovely. All characters were facing challenges and trying to cope with change. They were good, honorable, relatable, and I was immediately invested in their happiness.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’A great feel good read, great characters, good storyline and set in a fabulous location. Loved it.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’I love Alison Sherlock's writing style, her way with words and just lovely stories. A wonderful story to read curled up by a fire!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’This book was such a charming read.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’This is a solid 5 out of 5 starts for me and a book I will happily reread in the future to revisit these characters. I could not stop smiling when I finished this book.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’I loved everything about it!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'This was such a lovely read to snuggle up with over the weekend. The characters and setting were adorable and I really didn't want the story to end.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review


Join the residents of Railway Lane for one last magical adventure…

Globetrotting Libby Jacobs has lost her job but is looking forward to spending more time in her home village of Cranfield.

She dreams of turning her chocolate making hobby into something more permanent. There’s only one problem - Ethan Connolly.

Despite being soul mates growing up, Libby hasn’t been close to Ethan since their disastrous date at the school prom. But now he’s back and he has just what Libby needs… a large kitchen! But can they even bear to be in the same room together?

Ethan never stays in Cranfield too long as it reminds him of his parents’ terrible marriage. But when disaster strikes, he’s forced to stay and help realise his grandad’s dream of a Christmas train. Can the whole village help Ethan create a seasonal spectacular in time?

Can Libby confront her secrets and realise her dreams?

And can Ethan ever stop running from his past and trust his heart?

Perhaps the magic of winter on Railway Lane might just give Libby and Ethan a second chance after all...

A cosy, feel-good read, perfect for the fans of Della Galton, Holly Martin and Cathy Bramley

Praise for Alison Sherlock:

’The story is lovely. All characters were facing challenges and trying to cope with change. They were good, honorable, relatable, and I was immediately invested in their happiness.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’A great feel good read, great characters, good storyline and set in a fabulous location. Loved it.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’I love Alison Sherlock's writing style, her way with words and just lovely stories. A wonderful story to read curled up by a fire!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’This book was such a charming read.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’This is a solid 5 out of 5 starts for me and a book I will happily reread in the future to revisit these characters. I could not stop smiling when I finished this book.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

’I loved everything about it!’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'This was such a lovely read to snuggle up with over the weekend. The characters and setting were adorable and I really didn't want the story to end.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review