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The Tangled Life of Tabitha Grey: A Cosy Small-Town romcom stitched with Heart and Humour
From the opening of her own yarn shop, to the anticipated proposal from her boyfriend Richard, everything seems to be working out for Tabitha Grey.
That is until the 'sweater curse' starts to come into play... a theory that from the moment you make something for your partner, disaster will be around the corner. After finishing her crochet cashmere sweater for Richard, she comes home to find him with another woman. Following a shattering break up, Tabitha impulsively gathers together everything she's ever made him, taking the crochet goods to the local charity shop and out of her life.
But it isn't long until the fateful jumper reappears, on a mysterious man emerging from a narrowboat along the canal. Cooper seems to be everywhere in her small town, and while Tabitha tries to distance herself from everything that connected her to Richard, she can't seem to stop running into Cooper.
Amidst a growing attraction to the new resident, and the possibility of a second chance with Richard, Tabitha finds herself tangled up in a series of events that threaten to throw her plans overboard.
That is until the 'sweater curse' starts to come into play... a theory that from the moment you make something for your partner, disaster will be around the corner. After finishing her crochet cashmere sweater for Richard, she comes home to find him with another woman. Following a shattering break up, Tabitha impulsively gathers together everything she's ever made him, taking the crochet goods to the local charity shop and out of her life.
But it isn't long until the fateful jumper reappears, on a mysterious man emerging from a narrowboat along the canal. Cooper seems to be everywhere in her small town, and while Tabitha tries to distance herself from everything that connected her to Richard, she can't seem to stop running into Cooper.
Amidst a growing attraction to the new resident, and the possibility of a second chance with Richard, Tabitha finds herself tangled up in a series of events that threaten to throw her plans overboard.
285 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 30, 2026
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August 24, 2026
The Tangled Life of Tabitha Grey by Amelia Wildwood
Blurb
From the opening of her own yarn shop, to the anticipated proposal from her boyfriend Richard, everything seems to be working out for Tabitha Grey.
That is until the 'sweater curse' starts to come into play... a theory that from the moment you make something for your partner, disaster will be around the corner. After finishing her crochet cashmere sweater for Richard, she comes home to find him with another woman. Following a shattering break up, Tabitha impulsively gathers together everything she's ever made him, taking the crochet goods to the local charity shop and out of her life.
But it isn't long until the fateful jumper reappears, on a mysterious man emerging from a narrowboat along the canal. Cooper seems to be everywhere in her small town, and while Tabitha tries to distance herself from everything that connected her to Richard, she can't seem to stop running into Cooper.
Amidst a growing attraction to the new resident, and the possibility of a second chance with Richard, Tabitha finds herself tangled up in a series of events that threaten to throw her plans overboard.
My Opinion
The Tangled Life of Tabitha Grey is a delightful novel that was quick and easy to read. This was my first novel by Amelia Wildwood and I already know that I will be on the lookout for more books in the future. With some lovely characters, this novel is a great read for autumn.
Rating 4/5
Blurb
From the opening of her own yarn shop, to the anticipated proposal from her boyfriend Richard, everything seems to be working out for Tabitha Grey.
That is until the 'sweater curse' starts to come into play... a theory that from the moment you make something for your partner, disaster will be around the corner. After finishing her crochet cashmere sweater for Richard, she comes home to find him with another woman. Following a shattering break up, Tabitha impulsively gathers together everything she's ever made him, taking the crochet goods to the local charity shop and out of her life.
But it isn't long until the fateful jumper reappears, on a mysterious man emerging from a narrowboat along the canal. Cooper seems to be everywhere in her small town, and while Tabitha tries to distance herself from everything that connected her to Richard, she can't seem to stop running into Cooper.
Amidst a growing attraction to the new resident, and the possibility of a second chance with Richard, Tabitha finds herself tangled up in a series of events that threaten to throw her plans overboard.
My Opinion
The Tangled Life of Tabitha Grey is a delightful novel that was quick and easy to read. This was my first novel by Amelia Wildwood and I already know that I will be on the lookout for more books in the future. With some lovely characters, this novel is a great read for autumn.
Rating 4/5
Review of advance copy received from Author
Initially I was sceptical that I would like this book as it is not something I would normally choose BUT I have to say that I really really enjoyed it. I found it to be romantic and funny and not in a slushy sugar coated syrupy way.
The characters were strong and well described as was the setting. I liked the hilarious situations that the main character Tabitha found herself in and also the heart wrenching, soul searching that she endures.
The plot maintained its rhythm all the way through and came to a very satisfactory close.
I would really recommend this book to anyone who loves the romcom genre.
The characters were strong and well described as was the setting. I liked the hilarious situations that the main character Tabitha found herself in and also the heart wrenching, soul searching that she endures.
The plot maintained its rhythm all the way through and came to a very satisfactory close.
I would really recommend this book to anyone who loves the romcom genre.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I have been lucky enough to to have recieved and read this book from the author.
I wasn't sure at first as not a genre im used to. Having said that I loved it , from start to finish. The main character tabither and her lovely frien Emma are a hoot. I laughed aout loud and sometimes sad and mad. Lol 😆 .
It was especially nice to read a good old slap for the reform party. And a little gem that's not to far from me called the book nook. Fantastic writing ✍️ 👏 👌 fantastic to read. Love love loved it.
I wasn't sure at first as not a genre im used to. Having said that I loved it , from start to finish. The main character tabither and her lovely frien Emma are a hoot. I laughed aout loud and sometimes sad and mad. Lol 😆 .
It was especially nice to read a good old slap for the reform party. And a little gem that's not to far from me called the book nook. Fantastic writing ✍️ 👏 👌 fantastic to read. Love love loved it.
October 28, 2026
Jättemysig bok om en virkande kvinna som öppnar garnbutik, slänger ut sitt otrogna ex och öppnar hjärtat för en främling på båt.
August 5, 2026
4.5✨
What a delightfully sweet read. I adored this one and I was constantly thinking about when I could next pick it up when I had to stop reading. The premise and setting was so lovely, I’d absolutely love to take a trip to Ewe and Me and become besties with Tabitha and Emma!
I was really rooting for Tabitha throughout, I loved watching her come into her own, grow in confidence and choose herself. I was so proud of her when she finally put her foot down with Richard (and her parents).
Emma was also such a fun character with the best personality (I’m really hoping she gets a book!) and Richard can absolutely get in the bin (or the canal)!!!
This is such a perfect cosy autumnal read, and I’m now desperate to learn how to crochet!
Thank you Bedford Square Publishers for the gifted copy.
What a delightfully sweet read. I adored this one and I was constantly thinking about when I could next pick it up when I had to stop reading. The premise and setting was so lovely, I’d absolutely love to take a trip to Ewe and Me and become besties with Tabitha and Emma!
I was really rooting for Tabitha throughout, I loved watching her come into her own, grow in confidence and choose herself. I was so proud of her when she finally put her foot down with Richard (and her parents).
Emma was also such a fun character with the best personality (I’m really hoping she gets a book!) and Richard can absolutely get in the bin (or the canal)!!!
This is such a perfect cosy autumnal read, and I’m now desperate to learn how to crochet!
Thank you Bedford Square Publishers for the gifted copy.
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