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Ruth Saberton

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Daphne du Maurier, Kare Morton, Barbara Erskine

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Ruth Saberton writes uplifting, escapist fiction set in beautiful places where friendship, love, and second chances take centre stage. Her novels transport readers to the Cornish coast and beyond, blending warmth, humour, and heartfelt storytelling.

She is the author of more than thirty books, including the Polwenna Bay and Rosecraddick series, which have found loyal readers through Amazon and beyond. Alongside contemporary fiction, she is currently working on a layered dual-timeline novel spanning early twentieth-century Europe and the present day.

When she isn’t writing, Ruth can usually be found outdoors riding, walking, or gathering inspiration from landscapes and weather that often find their way into her stories.

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Ruth Saberton I love the whole process of writing a book. It's an escape from everything. I believe with all my heart that if one person enjoys what I have written …moreI love the whole process of writing a book. It's an escape from everything. I believe with all my heart that if one person enjoys what I have written then all the hard work and angst is worthwhile.(less)
Ruth Saberton When I find I can't write it's a great indicator that I'm not writing something that I am loving 100%. I normally put it away and go back to it later …moreWhen I find I can't write it's a great indicator that I'm not writing something that I am loving 100%. I normally put it away and go back to it later on. In the meantime I'll write something different.(less)
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A Quiet Return

It’s been quite a while since I last posted here. The past few years have been full of writing, life, and quietly gathering ideas, but I’m easing back in and looking forward to reconnecting. I'm looking forward to being here - somewhere to come that is a haven, a place away from the tumult of the wider world and where I can lose myself in books and the companionship of other book lovers.

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"Good, but heart wrenching story. Kept me reading! Will suggest this book to friends."
The Island Legacy by Ruth Saberton
"I love all Ruth Saberton's books. Her writing style, combined with a wonderful story and believable characters make this a great read. It kept me going through a very long and tedious journey. (I chose this book for this reason and it did not disappo" Read more of this review »
The Island Legacy by Ruth Saberton
"About a legacy which was a bittersweet inheritance. It is a great read with a mixture of lovely and despicable characters. It is very easy to visualise and set on an island which appears to be a mixture of St. Michael’s Mount and Looe Island. "
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" Thank you! It's my aim to transport my readers to new worlds when I write - that's exactly what happens to me when I am at the lap top! ...more "
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Thank you so much for this. I’ve only just seen your message and I’m truly grateful you took the time to write. I’m delighted you enjoyed The Locket, especially the parallel storylines. That means a great deal. I'm thrilled that you love my use of la See Full Answer
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“My weight is a bit like the state of my bank account; if I don't check the balance I can't get upset.”
Ruth Saberton, Weight Till Christmas

“Now there are only fragments left, memories disintegrating like autumn leaves and answers always tantalisingly out of reach. The “if onlys” are the saddest things in the world.”
Ruth Saberton, The Letter

“each small absence is a sly ambush of hurt.”
Ruth Saberton, The Locket

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Ruth Saberton Essi wrote: "Hey there Ruth
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