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KATHERINE, BEL AND SARAH: a collection of six classic heartwarming books
‘Consistently charming.’ The Times
‘The cheeriest company . . . charmingly told.’ Sunday Times
Discover these critically-acclaimed and classic novels written in the 1960s from beloved novelist D.E Stevenson. Six beautifully-written stories now in one complete box set!
Bel is gentle and imaginative, building a new life and rooftop garden in London as she dares to let love in. Katherine is composed and principled, navigating widowhood and new beginnings with dignity and heart. Sarah is spirited and idealistic, balancing independence and youthful hope. Different in age and outlook, all three women share a deep resilience and a quiet heroism that lingers.
From city rooftops to Highland lochs and the tranquil beauty of the English countryside — rediscover D.E. Stevenson in these classic British fiction that warms the heart and lingers in the mind. Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Goudge, Dorothy Whipple, Miss Read, Barbara Pym and Mary Stewart.
Book 1: Bel Lamington
Alone in London, orphan Bel creates a garden on a rooftop and a new life as a secretary. But when an artist crashes, quite literally, into her world, everything is upended. Bel must decide between the safety of solitude and the thrilling newness and vulnerability of love.
Book 2: Fletcher’s End
Newly married, Bel prepares to make a crumbling country cottage their new home. But rural life proves anything but peaceful — between mysterious neighbours, a house full of secrets, and the challenge of rebuilding more than just walls. With her usual quiet strength, Bel must learn that love, like a home, takes time, care, and a leap of faith.
Book 3: Katherine Wentworth
Widowed young and raising a stepson alone, Katherine Wentworth lives quietly on the edge of Edinburgh, balancing grief with grace. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets a Highland laird — but love is never simple, especially when family legacies and social divides are at stake.
Book 4: Katherine’s Marriage
Now Lady of Ardfalloch, Katherine has a new life, a new family — and a fresh set of challenges. Between strained relationships, meddling relatives, and the lingering ghosts of her husband’s past. As more secrets unravel and tensions rise, she must find courage in herself and in the strength of love to keep her new family together.
Book 5: Sarah Morris Remembers
Told in lyrical flashbacks, Sarah Morris looks back on her childhood and youth with warmth and unflinching honesty. Recounting the upheaval of evacuation, the complex relationships with her family and the bittersweetness of first love . . .
Book 6: Sarah’s Cottage
Seeking freedom and a place to call her own, Sarah finds herself in a rundown Scottish cottage surrounded by beauty —and challenges. But the hills are alive with possibility, and soon Sarah is caught up in community dramas, new friendships, and a romance that may test everything she thought she wanted.
PRAISE FOR D.E.
‘Lively and charming.’ Sunday Mercury
‘A story to delight and satisfy Mrs. Stevenson’s many readers.’ Coventry Evening Telegraph
‘A mistress of her romantic art.’ Bristol Evening Post
‘Mistress of the light novel.
‘The cheeriest company . . . charmingly told.’ Sunday Times
Discover these critically-acclaimed and classic novels written in the 1960s from beloved novelist D.E Stevenson. Six beautifully-written stories now in one complete box set!
Bel is gentle and imaginative, building a new life and rooftop garden in London as she dares to let love in. Katherine is composed and principled, navigating widowhood and new beginnings with dignity and heart. Sarah is spirited and idealistic, balancing independence and youthful hope. Different in age and outlook, all three women share a deep resilience and a quiet heroism that lingers.
From city rooftops to Highland lochs and the tranquil beauty of the English countryside — rediscover D.E. Stevenson in these classic British fiction that warms the heart and lingers in the mind. Perfect for fans of Elizabeth Goudge, Dorothy Whipple, Miss Read, Barbara Pym and Mary Stewart.
Book 1: Bel Lamington
Alone in London, orphan Bel creates a garden on a rooftop and a new life as a secretary. But when an artist crashes, quite literally, into her world, everything is upended. Bel must decide between the safety of solitude and the thrilling newness and vulnerability of love.
Book 2: Fletcher’s End
Newly married, Bel prepares to make a crumbling country cottage their new home. But rural life proves anything but peaceful — between mysterious neighbours, a house full of secrets, and the challenge of rebuilding more than just walls. With her usual quiet strength, Bel must learn that love, like a home, takes time, care, and a leap of faith.
Book 3: Katherine Wentworth
Widowed young and raising a stepson alone, Katherine Wentworth lives quietly on the edge of Edinburgh, balancing grief with grace. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets a Highland laird — but love is never simple, especially when family legacies and social divides are at stake.
Book 4: Katherine’s Marriage
Now Lady of Ardfalloch, Katherine has a new life, a new family — and a fresh set of challenges. Between strained relationships, meddling relatives, and the lingering ghosts of her husband’s past. As more secrets unravel and tensions rise, she must find courage in herself and in the strength of love to keep her new family together.
Book 5: Sarah Morris Remembers
Told in lyrical flashbacks, Sarah Morris looks back on her childhood and youth with warmth and unflinching honesty. Recounting the upheaval of evacuation, the complex relationships with her family and the bittersweetness of first love . . .
Book 6: Sarah’s Cottage
Seeking freedom and a place to call her own, Sarah finds herself in a rundown Scottish cottage surrounded by beauty —and challenges. But the hills are alive with possibility, and soon Sarah is caught up in community dramas, new friendships, and a romance that may test everything she thought she wanted.
PRAISE FOR D.E.
‘Lively and charming.’ Sunday Mercury
‘A story to delight and satisfy Mrs. Stevenson’s many readers.’ Coventry Evening Telegraph
‘A mistress of her romantic art.’ Bristol Evening Post
‘Mistress of the light novel.
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Published June 16, 2025
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D.E. Stevenson
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Dorothy Emily Stevenson was a best-selling Scottish author. She published more than 40 romantic novels over a period of more than 40 years. Her father was a cousin of Robert Louis Stevenson.
D.E. Stevenson had an enormously successful writing career: between 1923 and 1970, four million copies of her books were sold in Britain and three million in the States. Like E.F. Benson, Ann Bridge, O. Douglas or Dorothy L. Sayers (to name but a few) her books are funny, intensely readable, engaging and dependable.
Dorothy Emily Stevenson was a best-selling Scottish author. She published more than 40 romantic novels over a period of more than 40 years. Her father was a cousin of Robert Louis Stevenson.
D.E. Stevenson had an enormously successful writing career: between 1923 and 1970, four million copies of her books were sold in Britain and three million in the States. Like E.F. Benson, Ann Bridge, O. Douglas or Dorothy L. Sayers (to name but a few) her books are funny, intensely readable, engaging and dependable.
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August 10, 2025
Beautiful, interesting,
I loved walking through a good part of the lives of these three women. The times were early 1900 s. The men and women so much more respectful in their behavior toward others. Yet their heartaches and joys were as real as yours or mine,intriguing and sometimes suspenseful. A really good read
I loved walking through a good part of the lives of these three women. The times were early 1900 s. The men and women so much more respectful in their behavior toward others. Yet their heartaches and joys were as real as yours or mine,intriguing and sometimes suspenseful. A really good read
July 7, 2025
Happiness In a book
The stories in these books were totally enthralling in a peaceful and pleasant way. Loved every chapter.
All the characters were interesting in their own way.
Feel good stories.
The stories in these books were totally enthralling in a peaceful and pleasant way. Loved every chapter.
All the characters were interesting in their own way.
Feel good stories.
July 3, 2025
Old favorites under one cover
I have loved D.E. Stevenson's novels for years. So nice to have the intro story and the sequel all in one digital volume.
I have loved D.E. Stevenson's novels for years. So nice to have the intro story and the sequel all in one digital volume.
January 10, 2026
Lovely read
Absolutely loved these books from start to finish. A really well written series, so refreshing to read, could not put them down.
Absolutely loved these books from start to finish. A really well written series, so refreshing to read, could not put them down.
January 7, 2026
Books 1 & 2: Bel Lamington & Fletcher's End - read 11/18 - 11/22
Books 3 & 4: Katherine Wentworth & Katherine's Marriage - read 12/9-12/13
Books 5 & 6: Sarah Morris Remembers & Sarah's Cottage - read 1/1/26 - 1/6/26
I was not as big a fan of the last two books featuring Sarah - a lot of it was during the War - not my favorite time period to read about. Probably would not read again but they were lovely for a nice light wholesome read during the holidays.
Books 3 & 4: Katherine Wentworth & Katherine's Marriage - read 12/9-12/13
Books 5 & 6: Sarah Morris Remembers & Sarah's Cottage - read 1/1/26 - 1/6/26
I was not as big a fan of the last two books featuring Sarah - a lot of it was during the War - not my favorite time period to read about. Probably would not read again but they were lovely for a nice light wholesome read during the holidays.
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