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Healing Hearts on Thistledown Lane #4
Healing Hearts on Thistledown Lane PART 4
**PART FOUR in the brand new series from Holly Hepburn, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley and Katie Fforde**
Maura has everything she ever wanted from life – a quirky cottage in Edinburgh’s picturesque Dean Village, a thriving career as a potter, and a contented relationship with her childhood sweetheart, Jamie. Never mind that the cottage is damp, her pots aren’t selling and Jamie prefers a night down the pub with his rugby mates to an evening in with her.
But everyone wishes things were just a tiny bit better, right?
When Maura reunites with Fraser Bell at a Hogmanay party, she’s instantly transported back to her school days. And when he suggests she makes some ceramic ghosts to go with his city ghost tour business, she’s tempted. At first, everything goes smoothly but it’s not long before their new partnership causes problems that ripple through every aspect of Maura’s life. The ghosts go viral, meaning she has more orders than she can fulfil, and Jamie is less than thrilled that she’s spending all her time in her studio. But it’s not until Edinburgh Castle shows an interest in Maura’s work that things begin to spiral out of control.
Can Maura really have it all or will she regret wishing for more?
Maura has everything she ever wanted from life – a quirky cottage in Edinburgh’s picturesque Dean Village, a thriving career as a potter, and a contented relationship with her childhood sweetheart, Jamie. Never mind that the cottage is damp, her pots aren’t selling and Jamie prefers a night down the pub with his rugby mates to an evening in with her.
But everyone wishes things were just a tiny bit better, right?
When Maura reunites with Fraser Bell at a Hogmanay party, she’s instantly transported back to her school days. And when he suggests she makes some ceramic ghosts to go with his city ghost tour business, she’s tempted. At first, everything goes smoothly but it’s not long before their new partnership causes problems that ripple through every aspect of Maura’s life. The ghosts go viral, meaning she has more orders than she can fulfil, and Jamie is less than thrilled that she’s spending all her time in her studio. But it’s not until Edinburgh Castle shows an interest in Maura’s work that things begin to spiral out of control.
Can Maura really have it all or will she regret wishing for more?
99 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 25, 2025
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About the author
Holly Hepburn
97 books409 followersI’ve wanted to write books for adults for as long as I can remember but I was too scared to try. One day I decided to be brave and dipped a toe into the bubble bath of romantic comedy with my first novella, Cupidity, and I’ve never looked back. I often try to be funny to be funny, except for when faced with traffic wardens and border control staff. My favourite thing is making people smile.
I’ve tried many jobs over the years, from barmaid to market researcher and I even had a brief flirtation with modelling. These days I am mostly found writing.
I live near London with my grey tabby cat, Portia. We both have an unhealthy obsession with Marmite.
I’ve tried many jobs over the years, from barmaid to market researcher and I even had a brief flirtation with modelling. These days I am mostly found writing.
I live near London with my grey tabby cat, Portia. We both have an unhealthy obsession with Marmite.
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October 19, 2025
Healing Hearts on Thistledown Lane (Part Four) by Holly Hepburn
Blurb
Maura has everything she ever wanted from life – a quirky cottage in Edinburgh’s picturesque Dean Village, a thriving career as a potter, and a contented relationship with her childhood sweetheart, Jamie. Never mind that the cottage is damp, her pots aren’t selling and Jamie prefers a night down the pub with his rugby mates to an evening in with her.
But everyone wishes things were just a tiny bit better, right?
When Maura reunites with Fraser Bell at a Hogmanay party, she’s instantly transported back to her school days. And when he suggests she makes some ceramic ghosts to go with his city ghost tour business, she’s tempted. At first, everything goes smoothly but it’s not long before their new partnership causes problems that ripple through every aspect of Maura’s life. The ghosts go viral, meaning she has more orders than she can fulfil, and Jamie is less than thrilled that she’s spending all her time in her studio. But it’s not until Edinburgh Castle shows an interest in Maura’s work that things begin to spiral out of control.
Can Maura really have it all or will she regret wishing for more?
My Opinion
With less than 100 pages, Healing Hearts on Thistledown Lane (Part Four) was a quick read. I would highly recommend reading this series in order. A lovely novella.
Rating 4/5
Blurb
Maura has everything she ever wanted from life – a quirky cottage in Edinburgh’s picturesque Dean Village, a thriving career as a potter, and a contented relationship with her childhood sweetheart, Jamie. Never mind that the cottage is damp, her pots aren’t selling and Jamie prefers a night down the pub with his rugby mates to an evening in with her.
But everyone wishes things were just a tiny bit better, right?
When Maura reunites with Fraser Bell at a Hogmanay party, she’s instantly transported back to her school days. And when he suggests she makes some ceramic ghosts to go with his city ghost tour business, she’s tempted. At first, everything goes smoothly but it’s not long before their new partnership causes problems that ripple through every aspect of Maura’s life. The ghosts go viral, meaning she has more orders than she can fulfil, and Jamie is less than thrilled that she’s spending all her time in her studio. But it’s not until Edinburgh Castle shows an interest in Maura’s work that things begin to spiral out of control.
Can Maura really have it all or will she regret wishing for more?
My Opinion
With less than 100 pages, Healing Hearts on Thistledown Lane (Part Four) was a quick read. I would highly recommend reading this series in order. A lovely novella.
Rating 4/5
January 1, 2026
Healing Hearts on Thistledown Lane is a really sweet romance read based in the beautiful city of Edinburgh. I loved getting to know Maura and seeing her confidence grow in her pottery was lovely to see - the pieces she made sounded beautiful and I loved the idea of the ghosts.
The historical elements of the story are fascinating and the ghosts tours sounded great fun. Fraser’s skill at bringing the stories to life was really showcased.
Full of emotion, we really got to see both Maura and Fraser from their school years to the current day as their lives continued to entwine without the realisation as to how important they were to eachother.
A warm-hearted, feel-good read this is another lovely story from Holly Hepburn.
The historical elements of the story are fascinating and the ghosts tours sounded great fun. Fraser’s skill at bringing the stories to life was really showcased.
Full of emotion, we really got to see both Maura and Fraser from their school years to the current day as their lives continued to entwine without the realisation as to how important they were to eachother.
A warm-hearted, feel-good read this is another lovely story from Holly Hepburn.
November 1, 2025
sorry to see it end
Part 4 put the perfect ending . to a sweet love story. Couldn't put it down! She has a way with storytelling that draws you in and keeps you turning the pages late into the night. I'm sorry to see it end!
Part 4 put the perfect ending . to a sweet love story. Couldn't put it down! She has a way with storytelling that draws you in and keeps you turning the pages late into the night. I'm sorry to see it end!
November 15, 2025
I loved all four of the books in this series
December 12, 2025
What a fantastic ending to a brilliant book. Nice, chilled easy read. Likeable characters, a great story, what more could you ask for. Ideal book for a cosy winter/autumn night.
October 6, 2025
Well this is the final part of the series and i knew exactly what would happen. it would have been 4* if not for this fact. He landed in edinburgh and took bus to Edinburgh city centre then took tram to leith (where main male character lives). The tram goes direct from Airport to Newhaven so dont understand why as it would be double the cost to get bus and tram (also not to mention the traffic from airport just to west end of edinburgh). However thoroughly enjoyable book
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