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Snowfall in Lantern Square
This is Part Four in a charming new four-part serial from Helen Rolfe, author of The Little Café at the End of the Pier - perfect for fans of Holly Hepburn and Cathy Bramley
Step into the cosy community of Lantern Square...
Hannah went from high flyer in the city to business owner and has never looked back. In the cosy Cotswold village of Butterbury she runs Tied up with String, sending handmade gifts and care packages across the miles, as well as delivering them to people she thinks need them the most.
But when her ex best-friend Georgia turns up and wants in on the action, will Hannah be willing to forgive and forget? With her business in jeopardy, she needs to maintain the reputation she's established, and discover who she can trust...
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The Little Cottage in Lantern Square is a delightfully heartwarming story told in four parts. This is the fourth part.
74 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 3, 2019
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About the author
Helen Rolfe
64 books122 followersHelen Rolfe also writes as Helen J. Rolfe
Helen Rolfe writes contemporary women's fiction and enjoys weaving stories about family, friendship, secrets, and relationships. Characters often face challenges and must fight to overcome them, but above all, Helen's stories always have a happy ending.
Location is a big part of the adventure in Helen's books and she enjoys setting stories in different cities and countries around the world. So far, locations have included Melbourne, Sydney, New York, Connecticut, Bath and the Cotswolds. She also loves creating village settings or places with a small-town feel and a big sense of community.
Born and raised in the UK, Helen graduated from University with a business degree and began working in I.T. This job took her over to Australia where she eventually turned her attentions back to the career she'd dreamt of when she was fourteen. She studied writing and journalism and wrote articles for women's health and fitness magazines. Helen began writing fiction in 2011 and hasn't missed the I.T. world one little bit... in fact she may just have found her dream job!
To learn more about Helen, find her at:
www.helenjrolfe.com
https://www.facebook.com/helenjrolfew...
https://twitter.com/hjrolfe
https://www.instagram.com/helen_j_rolfe/
Helen Rolfe writes contemporary women's fiction and enjoys weaving stories about family, friendship, secrets, and relationships. Characters often face challenges and must fight to overcome them, but above all, Helen's stories always have a happy ending.
Location is a big part of the adventure in Helen's books and she enjoys setting stories in different cities and countries around the world. So far, locations have included Melbourne, Sydney, New York, Connecticut, Bath and the Cotswolds. She also loves creating village settings or places with a small-town feel and a big sense of community.
Born and raised in the UK, Helen graduated from University with a business degree and began working in I.T. This job took her over to Australia where she eventually turned her attentions back to the career she'd dreamt of when she was fourteen. She studied writing and journalism and wrote articles for women's health and fitness magazines. Helen began writing fiction in 2011 and hasn't missed the I.T. world one little bit... in fact she may just have found her dream job!
To learn more about Helen, find her at:
www.helenjrolfe.com
https://www.facebook.com/helenjrolfew...
https://twitter.com/hjrolfe
https://www.instagram.com/helen_j_rolfe/
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February 1, 2020
So the final part of the Lantern Square series sees Hannah still keeping a brave face even though things had been going awry around her. Her ex keeps wanting to meet up, her best friend may have ulterior motives and the Doctor seems to have more women going in and out of his house than you would believe.
The story gradually pulls together these threads and other bringing the story to a wonderful conclusion that has left me feeling very sad. I really like Hannah, Rhys, Joe, Mr G, Charles and so many of the other wonderful characters that I have met along the way. They cover such a diverse range and each has their own part to play in the story.
This has been a fabulous series to read and I have enjoyed each part of it. It has such a wonderful and welcoming style to it that envelops the reader in makes it ideal for snuggly under a blanket and escaping for an hour or so for each part.
The setting is sublime, a Cotswold village setting with a wonderful sense of community, of friendship and also support. The author really nails the sense of the spirit of the village in a wonderful way.
I am sad to see the end of this series, it is one that leaves you with a wonderful feeling of things being right with the world, a marvellous literary escape if you like. It is a book and a series I would definitely recommend.
The story gradually pulls together these threads and other bringing the story to a wonderful conclusion that has left me feeling very sad. I really like Hannah, Rhys, Joe, Mr G, Charles and so many of the other wonderful characters that I have met along the way. They cover such a diverse range and each has their own part to play in the story.
This has been a fabulous series to read and I have enjoyed each part of it. It has such a wonderful and welcoming style to it that envelops the reader in makes it ideal for snuggly under a blanket and escaping for an hour or so for each part.
The setting is sublime, a Cotswold village setting with a wonderful sense of community, of friendship and also support. The author really nails the sense of the spirit of the village in a wonderful way.
I am sad to see the end of this series, it is one that leaves you with a wonderful feeling of things being right with the world, a marvellous literary escape if you like. It is a book and a series I would definitely recommend.
December 10, 2019
What a perfect ending! I’ve loved every moment of this series – gloriously Christmassy, with a heroine I really took to my heart, a community wonderfully drawn, and a story (well, a few really!) running through its parts that kept me quite enthralled.
Things have started going a little awry with Hannah’s care package business, more than can just be put down to mistakes – and some of the consequences could have been rather serious (although one of the recipients really made me smile!). Someone seems to be trying to sabotage her success, and she really needs to find out who it is.
Meanwhile the doctor seems to have a revolving door to his house, with women passing in and out, and – although he often shows his softer and more caring side, as well as being rather hot – it rather looks like he’s not really the man for her. Her ex Luke is rather more in-her-face than she’d like him to be, and she has time to reflect on some of her regrets and lingering sadness. And then there’s Georgia, that friend from the past – what is she up to?
I just loved the visits to the old people’s home, where she’s now started a bookclub – and is working behind the scenes to bring happiness to a few of the residents, and to others who might be finding life a little lonely at Christmas. And I must say that this story might just have been one of the most Christmassy I’ve read – the square itself with its lights sparkling on the snow, the carol concert, the lovely lantern walk, the little acts of kindness, all thoroughly perfect. I particularly loved the illuminated animals – and yes, the churro stand makes another appearance, its deliciousness now with the aroma of Christmas spices.
The various mysteries work their way through – one particularly dramatically, and really well-handled. And then there’s that lovely touch of romance to make the season complete – the closing scenes, as Hannah closes the door on her past, were absolutely everything I wanted them to be, and left me both with a tear in my eye and a smile on my face. Heartwarming? Oh yes – just perfect. The ending I wanted? Most definitely!
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Lantern Square – but if it’s too close to Christmas for you to catch up now, do put it on your list for when the complete story is published next August. I recommend it most highly.
Things have started going a little awry with Hannah’s care package business, more than can just be put down to mistakes – and some of the consequences could have been rather serious (although one of the recipients really made me smile!). Someone seems to be trying to sabotage her success, and she really needs to find out who it is.
Meanwhile the doctor seems to have a revolving door to his house, with women passing in and out, and – although he often shows his softer and more caring side, as well as being rather hot – it rather looks like he’s not really the man for her. Her ex Luke is rather more in-her-face than she’d like him to be, and she has time to reflect on some of her regrets and lingering sadness. And then there’s Georgia, that friend from the past – what is she up to?
I just loved the visits to the old people’s home, where she’s now started a bookclub – and is working behind the scenes to bring happiness to a few of the residents, and to others who might be finding life a little lonely at Christmas. And I must say that this story might just have been one of the most Christmassy I’ve read – the square itself with its lights sparkling on the snow, the carol concert, the lovely lantern walk, the little acts of kindness, all thoroughly perfect. I particularly loved the illuminated animals – and yes, the churro stand makes another appearance, its deliciousness now with the aroma of Christmas spices.
The various mysteries work their way through – one particularly dramatically, and really well-handled. And then there’s that lovely touch of romance to make the season complete – the closing scenes, as Hannah closes the door on her past, were absolutely everything I wanted them to be, and left me both with a tear in my eye and a smile on my face. Heartwarming? Oh yes – just perfect. The ending I wanted? Most definitely!
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Lantern Square – but if it’s too close to Christmas for you to catch up now, do put it on your list for when the complete story is published next August. I recommend it most highly.
August 16, 2020
This is such a perfect gift of a book!
I absolutely adored following Hannah with her new life away from London, embracing her gift giving business and making new friends along the way.
As always Helen creates the most amazing communities, and has you wishing to be part of them too!
I loved how she was committed to spending time with the older residents of the village, and becoming an important part of the community in the process.
After a tricky past it was uplifting to see her allow people into her life and to finally start living again.
Some clever twists kept me on my toes, and ensured the pages kept turning!
A fabulous book, in a gorgeous setting, I do hope we will return to Lantern Square again soon.
I absolutely adored following Hannah with her new life away from London, embracing her gift giving business and making new friends along the way.
As always Helen creates the most amazing communities, and has you wishing to be part of them too!
I loved how she was committed to spending time with the older residents of the village, and becoming an important part of the community in the process.
After a tricky past it was uplifting to see her allow people into her life and to finally start living again.
Some clever twists kept me on my toes, and ensured the pages kept turning!
A fabulous book, in a gorgeous setting, I do hope we will return to Lantern Square again soon.
December 5, 2019
Add this to your TBR pile NOW!!!!!
A frantically written book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and wanting more! I loved the setting of Lantern Square, it's a magical place where young and old come together in all seasons. The community spirit and tales along the way make this book difficult to put down!
A frantically written book that will keep you on the edge of your seat and wanting more! I loved the setting of Lantern Square, it's a magical place where young and old come together in all seasons. The community spirit and tales along the way make this book difficult to put down!
December 15, 2019
Superbly scrumptious.
Once again helen has set our hearts racing with the goings on at lantern square.
This being the 4th book and the end of a totally wondrous tale I've enjoyed every minute reading this gorgeous book and OUTSTANDING characters.
I really can't praise this book enough.
Once again helen has set our hearts racing with the goings on at lantern square.
This being the 4th book and the end of a totally wondrous tale I've enjoyed every minute reading this gorgeous book and OUTSTANDING characters.
I really can't praise this book enough.
June 12, 2020
4.5 Stars
I did like Snowfall in Lantern Square a lot but not as much as the previous one - Christmas in Lantern Square for some reason. That said, the Lantern Square series is definitely worth reading.
I did like Snowfall in Lantern Square a lot but not as much as the previous one - Christmas in Lantern Square for some reason. That said, the Lantern Square series is definitely worth reading.
November 1, 2020
I absolutely loved the final instalment of the Lantern Square series. Having read the books back to back, I'm going to have to attempt to fill the void this series has left. These Lantern Square books get a thumbs up from me
December 7, 2019
really enjoyed this series cant believe its finished
December 18, 2019
Amazing finale to a wonderful series. I loved every single character in this series and the setting sounds stunning.
I would highly recommend.
I would highly recommend.
October 23, 2020
Good happy read
Light reading and entertaining lovely story line, thoughtful with a little twist here and there satisfying with lovely ending to it.
Light reading and entertaining lovely story line, thoughtful with a little twist here and there satisfying with lovely ending to it.
February 17, 2021
lovely story
December 10, 2019
Loved this little series & sad to see it come to an end.
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