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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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Average rating: 4.08 · 879 ratings · 226 reviews · 8 distinct works • Similar authors

	The Purrfect Pet Sitter (Lisa Blake #1) 4.21 avg rating — 296 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 4.20 avg rating — 222 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) 4.26 avg rating — 133 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 3.32 avg rating — 146 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) 4.30 avg rating — 33 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) 4.39 avg rating — 28 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) 4.29 avg rating — 14 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 liked it Forty Love: A Novel by Jane Costello (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 am a fan of Jane Costello's books; this one didn't quite grab me the way the others have. Nevertheless, it was an enjoyable holiday read with a steady pace and gentle romance. I liked the characters and the lovely community they built for each othe ...more
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It’s been a while since I’ve read one of Milly Johnson’s books, and this short story reminded me of what I’ve been missing. I enjoyed Tam’s willingness to say what she thought, albeit it took certain circumstances to bring it about! I was completely ...more
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Another wonderful read from Sarah Morgan. I loved spending time with these characters and getting swept up in life at The Alexandra. This isn’t just a straightforward romance; it’s a warm, big-hearted story filled with different relationships, person ...more
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A charming romance that made for an enjoyable read. I loved the Scottish Highlands setting, which gave the story a cosy atmosphere, and I found Rebecca and Duncan to be likeable characters. The romance played out with plenty of warmth and humour alon ...more
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Not Quite by the Book was a delightful romance that unfolded at a gentle pace. Emma's choice to leave behind the demands of her everyday life and spend several weeks embracing the spirit of Emily Dickinson made for an interesting and memorable story. ...more
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I absolutely loved this novel from beginning to end. You Belong with Me creates a warm, immersive escape on the Isle of Siskin. Bluebell Beddoes is an engaging heroine, and her guarded heart and quiet resilience make her journey especially satisfying ...more
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This was an enjoyable romance with a very good premise. The concept of adventure weddings—blending dramatic mountain landscapes with romantic ceremonies—adds a distinctive element, and the Italian setting is vividly described. Sophie and Andreas are b ...more
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A beautifully evocative novel, The Stolen Sister is another compelling story from Jan Baynham. I always enjoy her books, and her wonderfully descriptive writing certainly does not disappoint here. She brings both the Welsh landscapes and the sun-dren ...more
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Set against the backdrop of Santorini, this novel blends sunshine, secrets, and self-discovery into an enjoyable read. The writing retreat setting provides the perfect space for the characters to confront their pasts and current issues. The relations ...more
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