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Carol Thomas lives on the south coast of England with her husband, four children and lively Labrador. She has been a playgroup supervisor and taught in primary schools for over fifteen years, before dedicating more of her time to writing. Carol is a regular volunteer for Cancer Research UK. She has a passion for reading, writing and people watching and can often be found loitering in local cafes working on her next book.

Carol writes for both adults and children: Her contemporary romance novels, have relatable heroines whose stories are layered with emotion, sprinkled with laughter and topped with irresistible male leads; while her children's books have irresistibly cute, generally furry characters young children can relate to. ...more

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	The Purrfect Pet Sitter (Lisa Blake #1) 4.21 avg rating — 282 ratings — published 2018 — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Summer of Second Chances 4.26 avg rating — 215 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Maybe Baby (Lisa Blake #2) 4.28 avg rating — 124 ratings — 8 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Crazy Over You 3.33 avg rating — 141 ratings — published 2015 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Cosy Christmas Treats by Jan Baynham (Contributor), Helen Bridgett (Goodreads Author) (Contributor), Jan Brigden (Goodreads Author) (Contributor) 4.32 avg rating — 31 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Sunny Summer Treats by Jan Baynham (Contributor), Angela Britnell (Goodreads Author) (Contributor), Helen Buckley (Contributor) 4.64 avg rating — 22 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Finding a Friend by Carol Thomas (Goodreads Author), Drew Bristow (Illustrator) 4.27 avg rating — 15 ratings — published 2017 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Being a Friend at Christmas it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 7 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Carol Thomas rated a book it was amazing Atticus Arnott's Great Adventure by Caroline James (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This was an uplifting story that left me smiling. Caroline’s characters are consistently well written and easy to connect with, and once again, she makes it impossible not to root for them. Atticus is a joy to follow as he steps outside his comfort z ...more
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Carol Thomas rated a book really liked it Love Off Script by Laura Starkey (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This was an entertaining read. I enjoyed following Jess as she rebuilt her confidence in a new environment. The relationship between Jess and Nathan develops gradually, shaped by misunderstandings, professional tension, and personal baggage. Some cha ...more
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Carol Thomas rated a book liked it Secretly Yours (A Vine Mess, #1) by Tessa Bailey (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Overall, I enjoyed this story and the contrast between Hallie and Julian, whose very different personalities create some engaging moments. The vineyard setting was appealing. While the romance had its charms, the pacing felt a little slow in places, ...more
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Carol Thomas rated a book it was amazing I Remember Paris by Lucy Diamond	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This novel felt like a departure from Lucy Diamond’s previous stories but was equally as enjoyable. The story balances emotional depth with intrigue, as Jess’s fresh start in Paris collides with the formidable presence of Adelaide Fox. Their uneasy w ...more
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Carol Thomas rated a book it was amazing Anything Could Happen by Lucy Diamond	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I love Lucy Diamond's books. They are my go-to books when I want a story I know I will enjoy, and this didn't disappoint. Anything Could Happen is a story which makes you reflect on timing, chance, and the choices that shape our lives. It follows Eli ...more
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Carol Thomas rated a book it was amazing Cover Story by Mhairi McFarlane (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I enjoyed Bel and Connor’s enemies-to-lovers story. Mhairi McFarlane’s writing, as always, is engaging, blending sharp humour with perceptive depth. Bel and Connor were strong leads: Bel’s determination and intelligence contrast perfectly with Connor ...more
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Carol Thomas rated a book really liked it A Breath of Fresh Air (Escape to the Lakes, #2) by Jessica Redland (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A Breath of Fresh Air by Jessica Redland is a heartwarming, feel-good read set in the picturesque Lake District. Although it’s the second in the series, it stands perfectly well on its own. The story follows Rosie, a caring and capable riding instruc ...more
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Carol Thomas rated a book it was amazing A Gift for Maisie Bloom: Fun romance, gripping cozy mystery by Jessie Cahalin (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
A Gift for Maisie Bloom by Jessie Cahalin is a delightful mix of cosy mystery and gentle romance. When Maisie inherits her aunt’s cottage in a charming Yorkshire village, she stumbles into a trail of clues leading to a literary mystery in Paris. With ...more
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Carol Thomas rated a book it was amazing The Keeper of Stories by Sally Page	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
The Keeper of Stories is a quietly powerful and heartwarming novel that gently unfolds its emotional depths. Though it took me a little while to fully settle into the story, I soon got hooked and grew to enjoy getting to know Janice and those she enc ...more
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Mr One Night Stand delivers tension, temptation and passion as Jennifer and Marcus navigate from a one-night fling to a deeper connection. The characters' dynamic is charged with power play, albeit that they each have their vulnerabilities. While thi ...more
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