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The Little Shop on Silver Linings Street
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Thirty-two-year-old Daisy Turner has worked at Buchanan’s Family Jewellers since the day she finally escaped her troubled home. With a unique talent for matching the perfect piece of jewellery to any romantic milestone, she painstakingly polishes each stunning creation every morning and safely locks them away each night, longing for the day she’ll have a love story to call her own…
But everything changes one day in December when the owner announces she is retiring. She will leave the shop to whichever of her three sons creates the perfect piece of Christmas jewellery for Daisy.
In danger of losing the job that once saved her, Daisy is catapulted out of her comfort zone as each of the brothers sweeps her off her feet to find out what her heart truly desires. Between ice-skating, starlight shopping and cosy candle-lit dinners, it’s only handsome and guarded youngest brother Kit who really seems to be listening. Because Daisy has a secret. Every night, when the shop closes, she lays out her tools in neat rows and creates sparkling designs of her own…
As Christmas Day approaches, Daisy’s growing feelings for Kit fill her with a confidence she never knew she had. But as the brothers present their elaborate gemstone masterpieces, she’s in for the shock of her life…
Was Kit using her to get ahead in the competition all along? Or has he truly worked out the one thing she has always longed for?
Thirty-two-year-old Daisy Turner has worked at Buchanan’s Family Jewellers since the day she finally escaped her troubled home. With a unique talent for matching the perfect piece of jewellery to any romantic milestone, she painstakingly polishes each stunning creation every morning and safely locks them away each night, longing for the day she’ll have a love story to call her own…
But everything changes one day in December when the owner announces she is retiring. She will leave the shop to whichever of her three sons creates the perfect piece of Christmas jewellery for Daisy.
In danger of losing the job that once saved her, Daisy is catapulted out of her comfort zone as each of the brothers sweeps her off her feet to find out what her heart truly desires. Between ice-skating, starlight shopping and cosy candle-lit dinners, it’s only handsome and guarded youngest brother Kit who really seems to be listening. Because Daisy has a secret. Every night, when the shop closes, she lays out her tools in neat rows and creates sparkling designs of her own…
As Christmas Day approaches, Daisy’s growing feelings for Kit fill her with a confidence she never knew she had. But as the brothers present their elaborate gemstone masterpieces, she’s in for the shock of her life…
Was Kit using her to get ahead in the competition all along? Or has he truly worked out the one thing she has always longed for?
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Emma Davies
28 books325 followersEmma Davies once applied for her dream job in the following manner;
'I am a bestselling novelist currently masquerading as a thirty something mother of three.' Well she's now a forty something mother of three, and is working on the rest.
By day she's a finance manager and looks at numbers a lot of the time, but by night she gets to use actual words and practices putting them together into sentences. Her twitter bio says she loves her family, her job, reading, writing, singing loudly in the car, and Pringles, so that must be true then.
Wave to her on twitter @Emdavies68
Letting in Light is her debut novel, and she is currently working on her second.
'I am a bestselling novelist currently masquerading as a thirty something mother of three.' Well she's now a forty something mother of three, and is working on the rest.
By day she's a finance manager and looks at numbers a lot of the time, but by night she gets to use actual words and practices putting them together into sentences. Her twitter bio says she loves her family, her job, reading, writing, singing loudly in the car, and Pringles, so that must be true then.
Wave to her on twitter @Emdavies68
Letting in Light is her debut novel, and she is currently working on her second.
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October 18, 2019
Daisy Turner has worked at Buchanan's Family Jewelers since she was 17-years old. The job was a true blessing because at that time Daisy lost her grandmother, who had raised her after her parents died. Daisy excels at her job, but when the her boss announces her impending retirement, Daisy's future is now uncertain.
Daisy's future now lies in the hands of one of the boss's three sons. Whichever of them can create the perfect piece of jewelry for Daisy is the one who will inherit the store. Each son must spend time getting to know her, and this is something Daisy is not comfortable with.
Meanwhile, Daisy is holding a secret very close to her heart. She excels at her own craft of jewelry making. When a man enters a shop to seek out a gift for his love, Daisy begins to wonder if she herself will ever find that elusive gift. Between this stranger and Daisy's unique skills as a designer, her life starts looking up.
One of the brothers, Kit, affects her in an odd way. They have worked together for years, and Daisy had very little respect for his work ethic. All of that changes as she spends time with Kit and his brothers. Each time is a separate day, and these days really open Daisy's eyes.
I absolutely loved this story! I think what I loved most was the fact that there was no doubt that Daisy would fall for at least one of the brothers. The path that she went on was very enlightening. Very heartwarming. I absolutely loved this book and the ending was a true delight.
I adore Emma Davies! Her writing is absolutely wonderful. When I see her name, I jump on her books. I knew even before page one that I would truly be entertained. The very first book I read by her, The Little Cottage on the Hill, I thought was just perfect. This book gives me exactly that same feeling. I am eager to read her future books as well.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
Daisy's future now lies in the hands of one of the boss's three sons. Whichever of them can create the perfect piece of jewelry for Daisy is the one who will inherit the store. Each son must spend time getting to know her, and this is something Daisy is not comfortable with.
Meanwhile, Daisy is holding a secret very close to her heart. She excels at her own craft of jewelry making. When a man enters a shop to seek out a gift for his love, Daisy begins to wonder if she herself will ever find that elusive gift. Between this stranger and Daisy's unique skills as a designer, her life starts looking up.
One of the brothers, Kit, affects her in an odd way. They have worked together for years, and Daisy had very little respect for his work ethic. All of that changes as she spends time with Kit and his brothers. Each time is a separate day, and these days really open Daisy's eyes.
I absolutely loved this story! I think what I loved most was the fact that there was no doubt that Daisy would fall for at least one of the brothers. The path that she went on was very enlightening. Very heartwarming. I absolutely loved this book and the ending was a true delight.
I adore Emma Davies! Her writing is absolutely wonderful. When I see her name, I jump on her books. I knew even before page one that I would truly be entertained. The very first book I read by her, The Little Cottage on the Hill, I thought was just perfect. This book gives me exactly that same feeling. I am eager to read her future books as well.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
September 29, 2019
Emma Davies writes the best books with beautiful descriptions and detailed characters. The warmth always shines through her books.
This book was something special. Daisy was a quiet romantic, who had the unique talent whereby she matched the perfect jewelry to a romantic occasion. Her employer and friend decided to retire and left a competition to her 3 grandsons. The one who made the perfect jewelry for Daisy would be left the job. The fun began when the brothers wooed her to get to know her. There was a spark with Kit, but was it real?
Emma Davies wrote this book with the loving strokes of her pen. The ink flowed smoothly in her words, there was nary a hitch where the lines felt abrupt. Everything seemed to be stringed like poetry. The characters were strong, their personalities came through. Each one was endearing and felt like family.
It was Daisy who caught my eye with her quiet ways. Her longing for a family resonated in my heart. Her emotions were a force to reckon with as they hit me passionately. She was complex enough to make the book interesting and simple enough to understand and love her. She was real, like you and me.
Emma's book was a pocket of joy as her words uplifted me, gave me hope and thawed my cold heart in ways that had me dancing with joy. It was a wonderful read on a lazy afternoon when life felt difficult, but the book made the few hours peaceful.
This book was something special. Daisy was a quiet romantic, who had the unique talent whereby she matched the perfect jewelry to a romantic occasion. Her employer and friend decided to retire and left a competition to her 3 grandsons. The one who made the perfect jewelry for Daisy would be left the job. The fun began when the brothers wooed her to get to know her. There was a spark with Kit, but was it real?
Emma Davies wrote this book with the loving strokes of her pen. The ink flowed smoothly in her words, there was nary a hitch where the lines felt abrupt. Everything seemed to be stringed like poetry. The characters were strong, their personalities came through. Each one was endearing and felt like family.
It was Daisy who caught my eye with her quiet ways. Her longing for a family resonated in my heart. Her emotions were a force to reckon with as they hit me passionately. She was complex enough to make the book interesting and simple enough to understand and love her. She was real, like you and me.
Emma's book was a pocket of joy as her words uplifted me, gave me hope and thawed my cold heart in ways that had me dancing with joy. It was a wonderful read on a lazy afternoon when life felt difficult, but the book made the few hours peaceful.
October 4, 2019
Beautifully written, smooth flowing Christmas story. Daisy feels as if she is your best friend telling you about what is going on in her life. This story has depth which most Christmas stories lack. Grab your cup of tea and get snuggly fireside.
December 7, 2019
I absolutely loved this holiday story!
September 23, 2019
I fell in love with this story the moment I picked it up. Emma Davies is definitely my go to author for when I want something uplifting and heart warming and with each book she just gets better and better.
No one does characters like this author does. I always love them! Okay there maybe the odd unsavoury one but otherwise they are all fabulous. There were so many likeable ones in this story but Daisy I especially loved and there is one character who appears in one chapter, Monique, who I really hope the author brings back in another book. She was just fabulous.
The book couldn’t be coming out at anymore of a perfect time of the year. The run up to Christmas can be such a magical time but for Daisy it also is a time for a lot of reflection as her job is under threat. There arn’t many of us who love what we do but Daisy puts her heart and soul into her job and she is an absolute asset for it.
Daisy is in for a bit of a bumpy ride as she is thrown out of her comfort zone and what follows is a story that was so engrossing that I lost all sense of time.
The Little Shop On Silver Linings Street is just the perfect reading companion. It welcomes you like an old friend and pulls you in for a warm hug. It entertains and was such an endearing read with a fabulous cast of characters. A book to be read and loved, over and over again.
My thanks to Bookouture and NetGalley for an advanced readers copy of this book. All opinions are my own and not biased in anyway.
No one does characters like this author does. I always love them! Okay there maybe the odd unsavoury one but otherwise they are all fabulous. There were so many likeable ones in this story but Daisy I especially loved and there is one character who appears in one chapter, Monique, who I really hope the author brings back in another book. She was just fabulous.
The book couldn’t be coming out at anymore of a perfect time of the year. The run up to Christmas can be such a magical time but for Daisy it also is a time for a lot of reflection as her job is under threat. There arn’t many of us who love what we do but Daisy puts her heart and soul into her job and she is an absolute asset for it.
Daisy is in for a bit of a bumpy ride as she is thrown out of her comfort zone and what follows is a story that was so engrossing that I lost all sense of time.
The Little Shop On Silver Linings Street is just the perfect reading companion. It welcomes you like an old friend and pulls you in for a warm hug. It entertains and was such an endearing read with a fabulous cast of characters. A book to be read and loved, over and over again.
My thanks to Bookouture and NetGalley for an advanced readers copy of this book. All opinions are my own and not biased in anyway.
November 5, 2025
The Little Shop on Silver Linings Street
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3✨
November 14, 2019
My number one demand? A Christmassy feel! Did The Little Shop on Silver Linings Street deliver? Yes, it did! Set during the weeks before Christmas, you get the built-up to it and that's exactly what I wanted. Certain events and activities added even more to that vibe. Demand: met!
Secondly, I was curious about how this story would start. Although I admit the idea is weird - who lets their sons buy a gift for an employee they don't even really know? -, I thought it fit the quirks of that side character. And, honestly, seeing three very different men figuring out how to go about the challenge was pretty fun. The way it played out - and kind of sparked some rivalry - was a success.
Character-wise we get to meet a diverse bunch. Creative minds, a party animal, someone with a stick up their arse [excuse my language but it's true], a more subdued and secretive character... The combination of all those gave for interesting events and conversations.
Our main character, Daisy, was done best of all though. She has a certain past that shows in her personality, her habits, her overall being. She can't handle anything other than the simplest of foods, she's meticulous, she's set on routines and she drinks an insane amount of tea. I rather liked her, although I did have to get used to her. I'm simply not a "simple" person and like trying things, where Daisy doesn't.
The story itself was.. interesting. I couldn't stop reading. Not only is there a competition between the brothers Daisy has to deal with, she also has to find a way to cope with maybe having to find a new job. On top of that, there are new people in her life she tries letting in. All in all, I thought the layers of the story were done well!
The romantic aspect wasn't overly present, but it was there and that was plenty for me. Other things were highlighted more and, in a way, that made the romance prettier? I don't know how to describe it, haha.
If there's one thing I found a bit less, it's the lack of evolution in Daisy's friendships on-page. They evolve - that's a fact - but you don't see how and that would've added so much more to this book. I wanted to get to know those smaller characters as well.
Apart from that, I struggled with the start of the book. The conversations didn't flow as naturally as they did after a couple of chapters. But, since I read an ARC, maybe those chapters got edited so it felt more natural. I hope so!
3.5 / 5
Secondly, I was curious about how this story would start. Although I admit the idea is weird - who lets their sons buy a gift for an employee they don't even really know? -, I thought it fit the quirks of that side character. And, honestly, seeing three very different men figuring out how to go about the challenge was pretty fun. The way it played out - and kind of sparked some rivalry - was a success.
Character-wise we get to meet a diverse bunch. Creative minds, a party animal, someone with a stick up their arse [excuse my language but it's true], a more subdued and secretive character... The combination of all those gave for interesting events and conversations.
Our main character, Daisy, was done best of all though. She has a certain past that shows in her personality, her habits, her overall being. She can't handle anything other than the simplest of foods, she's meticulous, she's set on routines and she drinks an insane amount of tea. I rather liked her, although I did have to get used to her. I'm simply not a "simple" person and like trying things, where Daisy doesn't.
The story itself was.. interesting. I couldn't stop reading. Not only is there a competition between the brothers Daisy has to deal with, she also has to find a way to cope with maybe having to find a new job. On top of that, there are new people in her life she tries letting in. All in all, I thought the layers of the story were done well!
The romantic aspect wasn't overly present, but it was there and that was plenty for me. Other things were highlighted more and, in a way, that made the romance prettier? I don't know how to describe it, haha.
If there's one thing I found a bit less, it's the lack of evolution in Daisy's friendships on-page. They evolve - that's a fact - but you don't see how and that would've added so much more to this book. I wanted to get to know those smaller characters as well.
Apart from that, I struggled with the start of the book. The conversations didn't flow as naturally as they did after a couple of chapters. But, since I read an ARC, maybe those chapters got edited so it felt more natural. I hope so!
3.5 / 5
October 18, 2019
Let me start out by saying I LOVED this book, from the tie-in to The House at Hope Corner and The Beekeeper’s Cottage to the lovely portrayal of the very (at first) buttoned-up Daisy, who seemed to exist in a small, contained box. But the owner of Buchanan’s, the jewelry store in which Daisy works has a plan: she has three sons to take over the business when she retires to Spain with her new love. This isn’t a straightforward process, however, as she has made it clear that each of her sons must spend a day with Daisy, getting to know her, and to choose (either made or self-designed) a piece of jewelry to suit her, making sure they know why their choice is the perfect one. The winner will be chosen by both Bea and Daisy, and they shall run the shop.
The whole concept has Daisy tied in knots. She’s a creature of routine, with few possessions and fewer ‘daring’ genes. Sure, she had her reasons, and some very specific peculiarities that seemed to contradict her working in an upscale jewelry shop, selling expensive and showy pieces for the past eight years – but this only served to highlight her very unique outlook on the world, and made her imagination and skills all that more astounding when they are finally revealed. And each day with the sons, first with Bertie the “fun loving’ son who is the peacemaker between the brothers, and currently managing the books. We see his efforts to put Daisy at ease and challenge her limited ‘choices’, from food to drinks to even enjoying a fun fair at a Christmas market. Always gentle and attuned to her every emotion, she and Bertie had time to chatter and discover one another, and her pointed questions about materialism and purpose left him thinking. Second day was with Lawrence – the bullying, snobbish and highly strung eldest brother – one who wants always to win, when things he desires are not handed to him. Their day was as expected – a trip to Harrods where he tried, and failed, to gain advantage through a series of tricks – from walking her through the fine jewelry section to grilling a specific “personal shopper” for advice. While Daisy and the shopper, Monique, got on beautifully, the information Lawrence was able to use was slim – and left Daisy on the verge of migraine.
Lastly we have Kit, the constant ‘shop assistant’ that Daisy feels is lazy and uninterested. Kit’s always had his own agenda that doesn’t match with others, and when a holiday wreath making class brings Daisy to Hope Flower Farm, and her idea to mix jewelry and a wreath are born, it also opens up a whole world of confidence in her own design and abilities. With Flora, Grace, and Amos all cheering her on and expressing delight in her work, and a commission from a random Instagram message all allow her to start speaking her mind, discovering Kit in a new light, and sharing her own rough childhood experience with him – the story takes shape. Still unsteady on her feet, Daisy isn’t prone to trusting anyone, and when a slip of the tongue has her believing that Kit was “cheating” to get an advantage in the competition – she’s devastated.
This is, like many of Davies’ stories, a bit of a slow burn with the main character finding their own sense of purpose and unleashing their potential in ways unexpected, and with plenty of sideline cheerleading from the folks at the flower farm. Daisy’s comfort in her own home, her own safe little box, and the need to feel safe and content with what she has are paramount to her well-being, but it is her imagination and ability to translate her own romantic sensibilities into the perfect items for everyone she encounters that allows the story to sing. Her childhood put her into a state of constant watchfulness, allowing her to translate often vague statements into their essence – and bring the ‘perfect’ option to each person she encounters. With plenty of twists, lots of encouragement and a dash of love that is so perfectly placed one can’t help but smile, this story brings the magic and possibility of the season alight, and allows Daisy to blossom into all that she will become – with plenty of new friends and support along the way. A favorite for sure, and one that serves as a lovely introduction to those unfamiliar with this author -trust me, if this is your first by Emma Davies, it most certainly won’t be your last.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
The whole concept has Daisy tied in knots. She’s a creature of routine, with few possessions and fewer ‘daring’ genes. Sure, she had her reasons, and some very specific peculiarities that seemed to contradict her working in an upscale jewelry shop, selling expensive and showy pieces for the past eight years – but this only served to highlight her very unique outlook on the world, and made her imagination and skills all that more astounding when they are finally revealed. And each day with the sons, first with Bertie the “fun loving’ son who is the peacemaker between the brothers, and currently managing the books. We see his efforts to put Daisy at ease and challenge her limited ‘choices’, from food to drinks to even enjoying a fun fair at a Christmas market. Always gentle and attuned to her every emotion, she and Bertie had time to chatter and discover one another, and her pointed questions about materialism and purpose left him thinking. Second day was with Lawrence – the bullying, snobbish and highly strung eldest brother – one who wants always to win, when things he desires are not handed to him. Their day was as expected – a trip to Harrods where he tried, and failed, to gain advantage through a series of tricks – from walking her through the fine jewelry section to grilling a specific “personal shopper” for advice. While Daisy and the shopper, Monique, got on beautifully, the information Lawrence was able to use was slim – and left Daisy on the verge of migraine.
Lastly we have Kit, the constant ‘shop assistant’ that Daisy feels is lazy and uninterested. Kit’s always had his own agenda that doesn’t match with others, and when a holiday wreath making class brings Daisy to Hope Flower Farm, and her idea to mix jewelry and a wreath are born, it also opens up a whole world of confidence in her own design and abilities. With Flora, Grace, and Amos all cheering her on and expressing delight in her work, and a commission from a random Instagram message all allow her to start speaking her mind, discovering Kit in a new light, and sharing her own rough childhood experience with him – the story takes shape. Still unsteady on her feet, Daisy isn’t prone to trusting anyone, and when a slip of the tongue has her believing that Kit was “cheating” to get an advantage in the competition – she’s devastated.
This is, like many of Davies’ stories, a bit of a slow burn with the main character finding their own sense of purpose and unleashing their potential in ways unexpected, and with plenty of sideline cheerleading from the folks at the flower farm. Daisy’s comfort in her own home, her own safe little box, and the need to feel safe and content with what she has are paramount to her well-being, but it is her imagination and ability to translate her own romantic sensibilities into the perfect items for everyone she encounters that allows the story to sing. Her childhood put her into a state of constant watchfulness, allowing her to translate often vague statements into their essence – and bring the ‘perfect’ option to each person she encounters. With plenty of twists, lots of encouragement and a dash of love that is so perfectly placed one can’t help but smile, this story brings the magic and possibility of the season alight, and allows Daisy to blossom into all that she will become – with plenty of new friends and support along the way. A favorite for sure, and one that serves as a lovely introduction to those unfamiliar with this author -trust me, if this is your first by Emma Davies, it most certainly won’t be your last.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
January 26, 2020
This book was a perfect book to read around the Holidays.
The story is about a Shop girl, Daisy and the jewelry store where she has worked since she was a teenager. (17 and her Grandparents were killed in a car accident).
The store is a family owned business. The family is Bea, the mother. Lawrence, the oldest son, Bernie, the second son and the younger son, Kit who actually works at the store with Daisy everyday.
It is almost Christmas and Bea who is getting tired of working in the little shop, comes to the store about 3 weeks before Christmas and explains that she wants to hand off the shop to one of the Boys. But she can't just give it to one of them, they would all be upset with her.
So she has thought this out very well. She has come up with a challenge for all of them to put them all on the same level. She want they to design a piece of jewelry for Daisy as a Christmas present for her. But as it turns out none of them really know Daisy, what she likes, things that she does, nothing! She decides that each one of them should turns getting to know Daisy. Each one should have a day to spend with Daisy to get to know her.
Bernie is the first to take Daisy on an outing and gets to know Daisy. He takes her to a famous Christmas bazaar, She loves it and has decided that Hot Chocolate is one of her favorite drinks. They decide to go ice skating and Bernie finds out that is something that she loves!
Lawrence is the next one to take her out for the day. He takes her to the famous Department Store, Harrods in London. She meets one of Bea's friends who is a buyer for the store. Lawrence hopes that this friend will be able to tell him, Daisy's likes and dislikes in clothes. But Monque is not going to tell him anything.
Kit is left until the end. Kit invites Daisy over to his home to cook dinner for her. It does not go very well and she wants to leave early. So he takes her home and she cries her heart out after she gets home.
You need to read the book to find out who gets the business and why!
Very well written and interesting.
The story is about a Shop girl, Daisy and the jewelry store where she has worked since she was a teenager. (17 and her Grandparents were killed in a car accident).
The store is a family owned business. The family is Bea, the mother. Lawrence, the oldest son, Bernie, the second son and the younger son, Kit who actually works at the store with Daisy everyday.
It is almost Christmas and Bea who is getting tired of working in the little shop, comes to the store about 3 weeks before Christmas and explains that she wants to hand off the shop to one of the Boys. But she can't just give it to one of them, they would all be upset with her.
So she has thought this out very well. She has come up with a challenge for all of them to put them all on the same level. She want they to design a piece of jewelry for Daisy as a Christmas present for her. But as it turns out none of them really know Daisy, what she likes, things that she does, nothing! She decides that each one of them should turns getting to know Daisy. Each one should have a day to spend with Daisy to get to know her.
Bernie is the first to take Daisy on an outing and gets to know Daisy. He takes her to a famous Christmas bazaar, She loves it and has decided that Hot Chocolate is one of her favorite drinks. They decide to go ice skating and Bernie finds out that is something that she loves!
Lawrence is the next one to take her out for the day. He takes her to the famous Department Store, Harrods in London. She meets one of Bea's friends who is a buyer for the store. Lawrence hopes that this friend will be able to tell him, Daisy's likes and dislikes in clothes. But Monque is not going to tell him anything.
Kit is left until the end. Kit invites Daisy over to his home to cook dinner for her. It does not go very well and she wants to leave early. So he takes her home and she cries her heart out after she gets home.
You need to read the book to find out who gets the business and why!
Very well written and interesting.
November 7, 2019
Always loved this author and with each book her warmth really does come out and so well written with great characters and full of Christmas and secrets and happiness and such a perfect read.
Daisy works in a family jewellers and it’s really saved her as she didn’t have a great childhood but since working in the jewellery shop she has been more than happy. Problem is the owner comes in and announces that she is retiring and wants to leave the shop to one of her sons but they have to design a piece of jewellery for daisy. Daisy has to come out if her comfort zone as all three sons are advised to take her out to really get to know her and she goes to places she really isn’t keen on and she really feels the youngest son is trying the most and learning what she is like. Problem is daisy has a secret if her own that once she closes the shop she designs her own pieces of master craft and she hasn’t told anyone. Problem is kit the youngest son is really getting to know her and learn what she would like but who will win the shop in the end and will daisy be able to keep her job or not and will she be happy or left on her own at Christmas.
Worth more than five stars.
Daisy works in a family jewellers and it’s really saved her as she didn’t have a great childhood but since working in the jewellery shop she has been more than happy. Problem is the owner comes in and announces that she is retiring and wants to leave the shop to one of her sons but they have to design a piece of jewellery for daisy. Daisy has to come out if her comfort zone as all three sons are advised to take her out to really get to know her and she goes to places she really isn’t keen on and she really feels the youngest son is trying the most and learning what she is like. Problem is daisy has a secret if her own that once she closes the shop she designs her own pieces of master craft and she hasn’t told anyone. Problem is kit the youngest son is really getting to know her and learn what she would like but who will win the shop in the end and will daisy be able to keep her job or not and will she be happy or left on her own at Christmas.
Worth more than five stars.
April 11, 2023
DNF the last 6mins of this book.
Maybe I’m the problem? This is the latest 2* read…This is (sorry to say) the poor man’s Eleanor Oliphant - Christmas edition. I literally have a 10 point list on why this book isn’t good but I’ll stick with the top 3.
1. Likening actual trauma (FMC) to ‘I’m so misunderstood’ (MMC) is disgusting. If you’re going to deal with hard issue do it well or leave it alone.
2. Constant socialist overtones making everyone super judgey (apparently you’re an evil capitalist if you like nice things… especially at Christmas which is super fun!).
3. Most of these characters are unlikeable at best - manipulative, self serving, dysfunctional & telling me they hugged it out doesn’t make me like them any more.
While I have a few more things I’d like to say i won’t. I DID like the premise of the story and if we just chilled out the socialism and got our FMC some therapy as well as the happy ending then this could have easily been a 3+ book.
Maybe I’m the problem? This is the latest 2* read…This is (sorry to say) the poor man’s Eleanor Oliphant - Christmas edition. I literally have a 10 point list on why this book isn’t good but I’ll stick with the top 3.
1. Likening actual trauma (FMC) to ‘I’m so misunderstood’ (MMC) is disgusting. If you’re going to deal with hard issue do it well or leave it alone.
2. Constant socialist overtones making everyone super judgey (apparently you’re an evil capitalist if you like nice things… especially at Christmas which is super fun!).
3. Most of these characters are unlikeable at best - manipulative, self serving, dysfunctional & telling me they hugged it out doesn’t make me like them any more.
While I have a few more things I’d like to say i won’t. I DID like the premise of the story and if we just chilled out the socialism and got our FMC some therapy as well as the happy ending then this could have easily been a 3+ book.
May 21, 2020
This was a delightful cosy read. Daisy’s story flowed naturally and the book was well paced. I’d like to read more about the folks in this town.
December 24, 2021
Every December I will read this. It is what you expect from this type of book, but it’s done well. I read it quickly so next time I will read it more slowly.
October 15, 2019
From the first chapter I was utterly enchanted, and just knew this story was going to get under my skin.
It is such a warm hug of a book, really cosy, with a lovely story at the heart of it, a sprinkle of Christmas magic, a few interesting days out, getting to know three very different brothers, and also Daisy' s secret past as a well as her soon to be no so secret talents too.
Daisy has a simple life, does the same thing every day, likes things just as they are, is possibly an even fussier eater than me (which does give me great hope that I'm not utterly hopeless), and generally regards uchanan's as her life saving job, having worked there since the age of 17.
She may not be the biggest fan of the sorts of expensive jewellery that she sells there, but she is a romantic at heart, and loves hearing all the different love stories, as she tries to pair the perfect piece to the perfect partner, even if it may not be the best option for the shops profit margins.
However this December everything changes when Bea, the owner of Buchanan's announces her intention to retire at the end of the year, and is running a competition between her 3 incredibly different sons to see which one will get the business. And Daisy is at the heart of it as they each have to come up with the perfect present for her, and Bea will judge on Christmas Eve.
I really enjoyed seeing the three brothers bicker amongst themselves, the way that Daisy attempted to spend a day with each of them, marvelling at Daisy's integrity, while also incredibly interested not only in that story line but the far more creative one, that means fans of Emma Davies this year were treated to glimpses of Flora and Ned, and Grace and Amos from her other releases this year.
I won't go into details on that section as frankly I enjoyed not knowing in advance, and discovering for myself but to say its integral to everything seems fair. Amos yet again even in the small ways he was present was a fabulous addition to the book. This though is 100% a standalone story, and if you weren't aware of the previous book connections, you wouldn't even notice them, but its more a nice addition for the authors fans.
And the brothers, wow just how different are they, I really wasn't sure how things would turn out, but I had a massive massive smile on my face by the end of the book, it was just perfect.
An utterly charming, sweet, cosy romance, guaranteed to warm the hardest of hearts this Christmas and filled me with great hope too.
Thank you to Bookouture and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
It is such a warm hug of a book, really cosy, with a lovely story at the heart of it, a sprinkle of Christmas magic, a few interesting days out, getting to know three very different brothers, and also Daisy' s secret past as a well as her soon to be no so secret talents too.
Daisy has a simple life, does the same thing every day, likes things just as they are, is possibly an even fussier eater than me (which does give me great hope that I'm not utterly hopeless), and generally regards uchanan's as her life saving job, having worked there since the age of 17.
She may not be the biggest fan of the sorts of expensive jewellery that she sells there, but she is a romantic at heart, and loves hearing all the different love stories, as she tries to pair the perfect piece to the perfect partner, even if it may not be the best option for the shops profit margins.
However this December everything changes when Bea, the owner of Buchanan's announces her intention to retire at the end of the year, and is running a competition between her 3 incredibly different sons to see which one will get the business. And Daisy is at the heart of it as they each have to come up with the perfect present for her, and Bea will judge on Christmas Eve.
I really enjoyed seeing the three brothers bicker amongst themselves, the way that Daisy attempted to spend a day with each of them, marvelling at Daisy's integrity, while also incredibly interested not only in that story line but the far more creative one, that means fans of Emma Davies this year were treated to glimpses of Flora and Ned, and Grace and Amos from her other releases this year.
I won't go into details on that section as frankly I enjoyed not knowing in advance, and discovering for myself but to say its integral to everything seems fair. Amos yet again even in the small ways he was present was a fabulous addition to the book. This though is 100% a standalone story, and if you weren't aware of the previous book connections, you wouldn't even notice them, but its more a nice addition for the authors fans.
And the brothers, wow just how different are they, I really wasn't sure how things would turn out, but I had a massive massive smile on my face by the end of the book, it was just perfect.
An utterly charming, sweet, cosy romance, guaranteed to warm the hardest of hearts this Christmas and filled me with great hope too.
Thank you to Bookouture and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
December 30, 2019
Oh my goodness, this a Christmas story just right out of Hallmark movie and I am super giddy that I finished it! Though to tell you the truth, I really didn’t want this book to end!
Daisy has been a loyal employee at Buchanan’s jewelry store for the last eight years. She has been happy being complacent and not having any surprises in her life. She thought this is the life she wanted until Daisy’s boss Bea dropped a surprise on her and her sons. There was to be a competition and the winner would become the accessor to the shop.
This story was a great addition to Christmas holiday spirit. As it really taught Daisy and the reader that sometimes it is okay to take a leap of faith and go after your dreams. A smashing way to show how it is okay to open your heart and your head to a new adventure.... all you have to do is take the first step.
Daisy has been a loyal employee at Buchanan’s jewelry store for the last eight years. She has been happy being complacent and not having any surprises in her life. She thought this is the life she wanted until Daisy’s boss Bea dropped a surprise on her and her sons. There was to be a competition and the winner would become the accessor to the shop.
This story was a great addition to Christmas holiday spirit. As it really taught Daisy and the reader that sometimes it is okay to take a leap of faith and go after your dreams. A smashing way to show how it is okay to open your heart and your head to a new adventure.... all you have to do is take the first step.
October 16, 2019
Oh, what a splendid story this is! As soon as I opened the book I was lost, lost in the beauty of the tale.
What would you do if you were more or less forced in to a competition? Would you play fair in order to win the prize or would you try to cheat your way to the top?
But then again, what is the prize? Was it what was being dangled in front of you like they do with a carrot to a donkey or was it something entirely different?
This is a story about love and finding your way in life.
I totally adored the book and I was very happy to meet up with some old ‘friends’. 5 stars.
Thank you, Emma Davies and Bookouture (via Netgalley)
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What would you do if you were more or less forced in to a competition? Would you play fair in order to win the prize or would you try to cheat your way to the top?
But then again, what is the prize? Was it what was being dangled in front of you like they do with a carrot to a donkey or was it something entirely different?
This is a story about love and finding your way in life.
I totally adored the book and I was very happy to meet up with some old ‘friends’. 5 stars.
Thank you, Emma Davies and Bookouture (via Netgalley)
https://bforbookreview.wordpress.com
November 16, 2019
The Little Shop on Silver Linings Street is a sweet book based around the holidays, a family run jewelry store and a competition to see who will run the store when the matriarch of the Buchanan’s family decides to retire.
I found the beginning of the book to drag a bit but slowly it kept peaking my interest and by half way through Emma had me hook line and sinker and I couldn’t put the book down!
The story was heartfelt and pure without the “usual” Christmas romance story . The best part about this was the creativity of the plot and the truly warm and fuzzies the book gave me the last half of it!
I found the beginning of the book to drag a bit but slowly it kept peaking my interest and by half way through Emma had me hook line and sinker and I couldn’t put the book down!
The story was heartfelt and pure without the “usual” Christmas romance story . The best part about this was the creativity of the plot and the truly warm and fuzzies the book gave me the last half of it!
September 27, 2019
This was a cute little story and the characters were well thought out and written beautifully but I just couldn't find myself that bothered about the man characters, Kit and Daisy. I was interested in Bertie's story and would love him to have a love story of his own.
It was quite predictable with its direction but a nice little read when you need something lighter. Still a huge fan of Emma Davies although I've yet to find anything of hers that I like as much as her debut. 3 stars.
It was quite predictable with its direction but a nice little read when you need something lighter. Still a huge fan of Emma Davies although I've yet to find anything of hers that I like as much as her debut. 3 stars.
December 30, 2019
Uplifting and tear-inducing
I loved the messages of hope and the development of the main character. The brothers were obnoxious, each in his own way, which added to the way I cared about Daisy. I loved how each of the characters that came into Daisy’s life were not what she expected. If you want a story that is about hope and learning about how to overcome obstacles AND has a happy ending, try this book.
I loved the messages of hope and the development of the main character. The brothers were obnoxious, each in his own way, which added to the way I cared about Daisy. I loved how each of the characters that came into Daisy’s life were not what she expected. If you want a story that is about hope and learning about how to overcome obstacles AND has a happy ending, try this book.
October 27, 2019
So good!
November 6, 2019
Was just a lovely readxxx
April 25, 2020
Thank you to Netgalley for a pre publication copy. In return for an honest review! #thelittleshoponsilverliningsstreet
#netgalley
Daisy has been working in Buchanan's jewelers since the owner Bea took her in and gave her a job at 17years of age. Bea is retiring on her 60th birthday and moving abroad with her love Charles. Therefore she has set a competition for her three sons which will decide who takes over the business. They must make Daisy a piece of jewellery which she'll love and represents her. However Daisy is housing her own secrets. Will the competition go to plan? Who will take over Buchanan's jewelers?
The title drew me into this book. It promised a magical Christmas read.
Some research into this author has told me that this book is in a series. However you would not know this when reading and this book makes a great stand alone book, Something I think this author has got down to a fine art.
I loved Daisy's character the most because her relationship with food is exactly the same as mine and I have never met another person like it. She draws you into her unconventional life and makes you laugh, cry and hold your breath as you go through the roller coaster of the competition. Although Bertie, Kit and Bea all have a warm feeling about them perfect for a Christmas read.
This book has cleverly been formulated to have many threads and layers. Not only do you have the family feud at Buchanan's . You have the competition, Daisy's own solitary life due to her past. As well as her jewellery making and how her friends give her the confidence to expand into business. This is fantastic way of showing how powerful woman can rise from the shadows and dont necessarily have to be upper class.
Although their are some emotional subjects included in this book such as parents death, substance misuse and misunderstandings I do not feel this takes away from the magical feel of the book.
However the lack of romance in the book did make it have a slow feel in parts. Suddenly when at Kits house Daisy hugs him (almost reads like more) however she hardly mentions if at all any feelings for him before. After this point she sporadically mentions her feelings for him but in a very 2D way making it a statement rather than a feeling. If these were elaborated on and made more 3d this book would have had everything and been more of a page turner.
Although I would love to know how Daisy changes the shop and any difficulties she may have in another book.
#netgalley
Daisy has been working in Buchanan's jewelers since the owner Bea took her in and gave her a job at 17years of age. Bea is retiring on her 60th birthday and moving abroad with her love Charles. Therefore she has set a competition for her three sons which will decide who takes over the business. They must make Daisy a piece of jewellery which she'll love and represents her. However Daisy is housing her own secrets. Will the competition go to plan? Who will take over Buchanan's jewelers?
The title drew me into this book. It promised a magical Christmas read.
Some research into this author has told me that this book is in a series. However you would not know this when reading and this book makes a great stand alone book, Something I think this author has got down to a fine art.
I loved Daisy's character the most because her relationship with food is exactly the same as mine and I have never met another person like it. She draws you into her unconventional life and makes you laugh, cry and hold your breath as you go through the roller coaster of the competition. Although Bertie, Kit and Bea all have a warm feeling about them perfect for a Christmas read.
This book has cleverly been formulated to have many threads and layers. Not only do you have the family feud at Buchanan's . You have the competition, Daisy's own solitary life due to her past. As well as her jewellery making and how her friends give her the confidence to expand into business. This is fantastic way of showing how powerful woman can rise from the shadows and dont necessarily have to be upper class.
Although their are some emotional subjects included in this book such as parents death, substance misuse and misunderstandings I do not feel this takes away from the magical feel of the book.
However the lack of romance in the book did make it have a slow feel in parts. Suddenly when at Kits house Daisy hugs him (almost reads like more) however she hardly mentions if at all any feelings for him before. After this point she sporadically mentions her feelings for him but in a very 2D way making it a statement rather than a feeling. If these were elaborated on and made more 3d this book would have had everything and been more of a page turner.
Although I would love to know how Daisy changes the shop and any difficulties she may have in another book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 19, 2020
From The Reading Hobbit
Daisy Turner has worked at Buchanan's Family Jewellers since her grandparents died. She loves matching people to their perfect jewelry, hearing their stories, dreaming of a love story of her own one day. Then the owner decides to retire, and in order to pick who of her three sons will take over the business, she makes them join in on a competition. They will each have to find the perfect piece of jewelry for Daisy in order to win. Daisy is in the middle of brotherly strive, and her own insecure future, but she also has a few secrets of her own. Maybe it's time to finally stop hiding and show the world what she can do?
This was a really nice read. Daisy was so relatable to me, a fussy eater, creative, a little quiet. She was such an interesting character, quiet and reclusive, but at the same time she also could be so fierce. All of the characters in the story are very consistent. They're all true to their own personality, and they never change for the sake of the plot. They do change, because that's what humans do, but in a way that's true to themselves. Really amazingly done.
The story itself was also great. It felt new and refreshing, the details of jewelry making and the jewelry business, plus Daisy's clear passion for these things made the little world come to live. I loved the way the brothers attempted to get to know Daisy, I loved the details of her reclusive life, of the quiet of the canal path. And the romance! The romance is only a small part of the story, but it's so, so cute and you don't really expect it from the beginning. It really shows how good people can fit together if they find the right ones.
A really enjoyable and wonderful story about getting out of your comfort zone just enough to reach for the things that make you happy.
Trigger warnings (contains spoilers):
Daisy Turner has worked at Buchanan's Family Jewellers since her grandparents died. She loves matching people to their perfect jewelry, hearing their stories, dreaming of a love story of her own one day. Then the owner decides to retire, and in order to pick who of her three sons will take over the business, she makes them join in on a competition. They will each have to find the perfect piece of jewelry for Daisy in order to win. Daisy is in the middle of brotherly strive, and her own insecure future, but she also has a few secrets of her own. Maybe it's time to finally stop hiding and show the world what she can do?
This was a really nice read. Daisy was so relatable to me, a fussy eater, creative, a little quiet. She was such an interesting character, quiet and reclusive, but at the same time she also could be so fierce. All of the characters in the story are very consistent. They're all true to their own personality, and they never change for the sake of the plot. They do change, because that's what humans do, but in a way that's true to themselves. Really amazingly done.
The story itself was also great. It felt new and refreshing, the details of jewelry making and the jewelry business, plus Daisy's clear passion for these things made the little world come to live. I loved the way the brothers attempted to get to know Daisy, I loved the details of her reclusive life, of the quiet of the canal path. And the romance! The romance is only a small part of the story, but it's so, so cute and you don't really expect it from the beginning. It really shows how good people can fit together if they find the right ones.
A really enjoyable and wonderful story about getting out of your comfort zone just enough to reach for the things that make you happy.
Trigger warnings (contains spoilers):
June 11, 2020
Daisy loves her job in Buchanan's jewellery shop and working for Bea, the owner, who took her on just after she left school so she is devastated when Bea says she is retiring and moving to Spain. Bea has three sons and she sets them a task of finding the most perfect piece of jewellery for Daisy and the reason why it suits her to decide which if them should take over the shop. So all of a sudden they all want to spend time with Daisy but will any of them really get to know her?
A lovely warm story which was a bit slow to start but I think that was really keeping with the character of Daisy. The brothers were all very different and so you were always rooting for Kit who seemed to be the underdog and hoping for a happy ending for Daisy
A lovely warm story which was a bit slow to start but I think that was really keeping with the character of Daisy. The brothers were all very different and so you were always rooting for Kit who seemed to be the underdog and hoping for a happy ending for Daisy
December 3, 2020
After reading the first chapter of this book, I really didn't think I would finish it. It wasn't until about 1/2 way through the second chapter that I found anything likeable about the characters when Daisy actually spoke up and used her voice. From there on the book picked up and got better and better. It was interesting to see Daisy's transformation - and come out of the shell she had been living in and the outings with the brothers were wonderfully executed. I am glad that I stuck with the book and enjoyed the story.
December 18, 2020
This is my second Emma Davies book; I am growing more certain that I have discovered another comfort-read author. This book was exactly the warm hug I was needing.
The characters are lovely, and Daisy was a joy to get to know. (And I deeply enjoyed the returning characters from the Beekeeper's Cottage, they were the perfect addition to this book.) So many beautiful moments were captured in this story, the way Emma Davies describes the beauty and feel of nature is wonderful.
Definitely worth picking up for anyone needing something fun and heartfelt, with a dose of holiday cheer.
The characters are lovely, and Daisy was a joy to get to know. (And I deeply enjoyed the returning characters from the Beekeeper's Cottage, they were the perfect addition to this book.) So many beautiful moments were captured in this story, the way Emma Davies describes the beauty and feel of nature is wonderful.
Definitely worth picking up for anyone needing something fun and heartfelt, with a dose of holiday cheer.
December 31, 2020
Absolutely loved this book. From start to finish couldn’t wait to find out the ending. The characters were all
Brilliant all with a story of their own. It takes place around Christmas but that didn’t deter from the story. A heart warming story set around a jewellers whose boss has decided to retire, but which of the three sons does she leave it too. She sets a competition around her assistant Daisy. A three way story between each brother and Daisy to reveal who runs Buchanans after Bea leaves. Wonderful story to loose yourself in.
Brilliant all with a story of their own. It takes place around Christmas but that didn’t deter from the story. A heart warming story set around a jewellers whose boss has decided to retire, but which of the three sons does she leave it too. She sets a competition around her assistant Daisy. A three way story between each brother and Daisy to reveal who runs Buchanans after Bea leaves. Wonderful story to loose yourself in.
December 28, 2020
December Schemes to Fulfill Dreams
This story is cute, cozy and contested. Lol. I enjoyed the banter between competitive brothers and learning little tidbits about each character that seemed to reveal how their temperament might aid the contest. I make handmade jewelry and appreciated not only the empowerment to pursue and share one's talent, but also having the setting with the backdrop of a jewelry store.
This story is cute, cozy and contested. Lol. I enjoyed the banter between competitive brothers and learning little tidbits about each character that seemed to reveal how their temperament might aid the contest. I make handmade jewelry and appreciated not only the empowerment to pursue and share one's talent, but also having the setting with the backdrop of a jewelry store.
December 10, 2021
I loved this story about an orphaned girl,Daisy,who is taken in by a Jewelry store owner in England.She works there everyday,with the shop owner's 3 sons.Suddenly ,the owner decide to retire,and creates a competition between her son's,to see who will takeover the shop,(by finding what jewelry Daisy really likes! )Meanwhile,Daisy has been creating her own jewelry line for her friends!She has to spend a day with each of the sons(like a date)!
December 16, 2020
Charming
This book is terribly sweet, even if it’s sad at times. While it was fairly easy to figure out where the book was heading, it was a lovely path.
As someone who suffers from anxiety, I really appreciate how Ms Davies dealt with Daisy’s issues. They were very real and true.
This book is terribly sweet, even if it’s sad at times. While it was fairly easy to figure out where the book was heading, it was a lovely path.
As someone who suffers from anxiety, I really appreciate how Ms Davies dealt with Daisy’s issues. They were very real and true.
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