Lilac Mills

A Laugh Out Loud Romantic Comedy of New Starts and Finding Home

The Tanglewood Tea Shop

How do you write a romance novel with a broken heart? Ivy is suffering from writer’s block after a disastrous affair with her (now ex) publisher. Her agent suggests an extended holiday to get her writing career back on track – 6 months in a stunning villa on the gorgeous island of Tenerife. No WiFi, no TV, no distractions. Except for the very attractive, very lovely Sebastián who comes by every day to clean the pool. Soon Ivy’s on a roll with her new novel and her relationship with Sebastián is growing into something more, despite the secrets he’s keeping. But her ex isn’t done with her – professionally or personally. And with Sebastián keeping secrets, maybe a return to London is best... A heartwarming, romantic escape perfect for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Mandy Baggot and Portia MacIntosh.

An uplifting romance to put a smile on your face

Holiday in the Hills

Sunset on the Square

Waste Not, Want Not in Applewell

Things can't get worse for Daisy Jones... can they? Christmas is meant to be the happiest time of year so why is absolutely everything going wrong for Daisy? Reeling from a bad breakup, moving back in with her parents and hounded by trouble at work she really shouldn’t be surprised when things go from bad to worse... and she ends up in A&E! After choking on the silver sixpence hidden in the Christmas pudding, Daisy is saved by the dashing Dr Noah Hartley and things finally start to look up. But is Daisy's luck finally changing for the better, or is Noah just another bad penny? With Christmas Day just around the corner Daisy’s determined to make her own luck and hopefully bag herself a dishy doc in the process! A heartwarming festive romance perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Debbie Johnson and Daisy James. What readers are saying about A Very Lucky Christmas: "This book!!! I laughed so hard and loved these characters!" Reader review "This is a perfect Christmas read!" Reader review "This fun Christmas romance has it all" Reader review "This book is hilarious and the perfect Christmas season read" Reader review "It’s a fun and festive romance with some bite, perfect for Christmas" Reader review "A delight of a book... I couldn’t put it down. Absolutely hilarious... a relaxing read - but hard to get away from." Reader review "Great festive read." Reader review "I was so drawn into the storylines and the characters... Funny, full of laughs and... heart-warming." The Cosiest Corner "I really enjoyed this book... It was lovely to curl up on the sofa on a really wet day and forget about the world outside. I would definitely recommend this book." Reader review

A laugh-out-loud romance to lift your festive spirits

A Very Lucky Christmas

George can’t throw anything away. But he’s in danger of throwing away a chance at love George Nightingale is a hoarder with a house full of junk. For years he’s kept it a secret, rarely leaving his house and keeping social interactions to a minimum, but his carefully balanced system is now under threat... Nessa Millbrook can’t wait to get settled into her new home in quaint, rural Applewell. Everyone in the village is so friendly – except her neighbour, George, who wants nothing to do with her. But Nessa isn’t one to back down from a challenge and she’s determined to win George over. The years have taught George to shield his heart and trust no one. Yet Nessa keeps reaching out to him – does he have the courage to take a chance, and reach back? A gorgeous romance with characters readers will fall in love with, perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Portia MacIntosh. Praise for Waste Not, Want Not in Applewell ‘This was such a cosy heart-warming read, which also touches on the subject of hoarding....who knew this could be so interesting - loved it! Another corker of a read from Lilac Mills!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘It's a novel that doesn't race through the plot, but rather gently unfolds. And I loved it. It was wonderful. I'm not normally a person who gets emotional while reading, but there were several points during the book where I started to connect with the characters so much that I started to cry.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘One of the cutest, heartwarming romance novels I have read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘It's refreshing to read a story where the main characters are older and proves love and lust is not just for the young. There were plenty of emotional and heart-warming moments and the ending was perfect.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘I absolutely loved it, finishing it pretty quickly because it's one of those books that has you wanting to know what happens next all the way through. There were moments where I was laughing out loud and moments which brought a lump to my throat - a sure sign that the book is a winner.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

The most heartwarming story you will read this year

When a holiday becomes something more... Struggling to come to terms with the loss of her mother, Sophie needs to get away from it all. On a much-needed break to Tenerife, she stumbles across a Help Wanted sign for local pensioner, Hugo, and on a leap of faith she accepts the job. But life on the island isn’t all sun, sea and siestas... Hugo’s beautiful villa is under threat and, to complicate matters, his brooding (but handsome) nephew, Alex, has shown up full of suspicion towards Sophie. Her hands full dealing with difficult men and a clearly unreciprocated attraction towards Alex, Sophie needs to decide if her future lies in Tenerife or if her holiday is officially over. Escape to a Spanish island with this gorgeously uplifting romance, perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Sue Moorcroft and Mandy Baggot.

The perfect feel-good holiday romance

Sunrise on the Coast

It's never too late to start living your life... Nina likes her life exactly as it is. Happy(ish) in her teaching job, and with no love interests on the horizon, she knows she can’t get hurt if she doesn’t rock the boat. But Nina’s octogenarian grandmother, Flossie, has plans to drag Nina kicking and screaming from her comfort zone. When the two of them arrive in Turkey, Nina’s plans for a quiet holiday are blown out of the water by Flossie’s antics. And that’s before Nina meets lovely and handsome Leo on a trip to the ancient ruins of Ephesus. Despite her grandmother determined to play matchmaker, Nina knows that holiday romances are not built to last. But there’s something about the turquoise coast – and Flossie’s shenanigans – that compels Nina to loosen up and have some fun... Perfect for fans of Mandy Baggot and Tilly Tennant, join Nina and Flossie as they learn to let go, enjoy the time they have and maybe even find love in the process. What readers are saying about Summer on the Turquoise Coast: 'Oh I absolutely LOVED this book! Lilac Mills has such a fabulous lyrical writing style that she magically sweeps us away to picturesque Turkey in her latest novel.' Reader Review 'Great summer read. Hilarious and a surprise at the end. Would recommend.' Reader review 'Brilliant I haven't read a book that's made me laugh like this did for aeons. Well written great story and lots of ahhh moments.' Reader review 'This was an absolute laugh a minute. Lilac Mills certainly makes this one gripping story and you just want to keep turning the page. Fantastic descriptions throughout. I was so sad to see this end and it was over before I realised it... I am looking forward to the next one from this author.' Reader review 'Perfect summer holiday reading, this book is so so funny and incredibly easy to read. I was transported on Flossie and Nina's holiday as a fly on the wall, laughing at their various antics... My only regret is that the book isn't longer, I finished it far too quickly, for it only took me a morning of sitting in the sun to read. I was devouring it with a massive grin on my face and think it's a brilliant romantic comedy.' Reader review 'Witty writing that had me giggling along especially at the inappropriate bits and it definitely put me in a fabulous mood.Then factor in a gorgeous romance that just made this story all the more perfect. Before I knew it I was nearing the end and it was such a shame as I was having so much fun... makes you want to step out of your comfort zone and embrace life!' Reader review

Summer on the Turquoise Coast

Immer wenn du glaubst es geht nicht mehr, kommt von irgendwo ein Lichtlein her ... Weihnachten soll die glücklichste Zeit des Jahres sein und trotzdem läuft für Daisy alles schief. Sie hat nicht nur eine Trennung hinter sich und ist wieder bei ihren Eltern eingezogen, sondern muss sich im Job mit unzähligen Problemen herumschlagen. Schließlich landet sie dann auch noch in der Notaufnahme des Krankenhauses. Und das nur, weil sie sich an der Münze im Weihnachtspudding verschluckt hat. Einziger Vorteil: Daisy wird vom gutaussehenden Arzt Noah Hartley gerettet, und plötzlich scheint sich endlich alles zum Guten zu wenden. Doch ist Noah Hartley wirklich Daisys ganz persönliches Weihnachtswunder oder nur eine weitere Enttäuschung?

Jingle Bells Kiss

Für Konditorin Stevie gab es schon einmal bessere Zeiten. Gerade ist ihre geliebte Großtante Peggy gestorben und dann hat sie hat auch noch ihren Job und die Liebe ihres Lebens verloren. Traurig und alleine kämpft sich Stevie durch den Alltag, als ein Anruf von Peggys Anwalt alles durcheinanderwirbelt. Großtante Peggy hat ihr nicht nur Geld vererbt, sie gibt ihr auch den Rat, das Leben endlich wieder in die eigenen Hände zu nehmen. Als Stevie entdeckt, dass in dem Dorf Tanglewood ein kleiner Teeladen zum Verkauf steht, beschließt sie, Peggys Rat anzunehmen und ihr Leben umzukrempeln. Doch in Tanglewood ist nicht alles so idyllisch, wie es auf den ersten Blick scheint, und Stevie muss einige Hindernisse überwinden. Und dann ist da auch noch der gutaussehende, aber entsetzlich mürrische Hofbesitzer Nick, der Stevie immer wieder in die Quere kommt ... Auftakt der großen "Tanglewood und Liebesglück" Reihe von Lilac Mills!

Kuchenglück in Tanglewood

My dog doesn't like men. Actually, that‘s a lie – she doesn't like the men I choose. Jennie Meadows has convinced herself she has everything she could ever need: a dog grooming business - ‘Telling Tails’ - going from strength to strength at Cherry Tree Farm and her trusty four-legged soulmate Millie. After a series of bad break-ups Jennie has learned that Millie’s judgement (when it comes to men, at least) is sounder than her own. So when the pup takes a sudden liking to the local vet Jennie’s interest is piqued. Though she’s sworn off dating, they do say cupid works in mysterious ways so perhaps it’s time for Jennie and Millie to take a leap of faith. Because happy ever after may be just a tail wag away... Sunshine at Cherry Tree Farm is a tail of love, grief and trusting in those you hold most dear... What readers are saying about Sunshine at Chery Tree Farm: 'Brilliant book... it is hard to put down' Reader review 'This book deserves more stars. Great storyline and for any animal lover have the tissues at the ready... Brilliant book.' Reader review 'Wonderful! I could go on all day about how much I loved it. I will be reading all this author’s books from now on. Can’t recommend it enough' Reader review 'Loved this book so much... it was a fantastic read, made me laugh & cry.' Reader review 'As a newcomer to owning dogs, this book touched my heart. Lots of wonderful imagery, romance... not to mention furry, four-footed friends. Brilliant.' Reader review 'This is the best book I have read in ages! Happy, sad, exciting, interesting and the author really understands the relationships humans have with dogs. Loved it!' Reader review 'A wonderful story of love and loss I can definitely relate to. Will definitely read more books from this author.' Reader review 'Couldn't put this book down, laughed, shed a few tears and walked around with a soppy smile on my face. So many emotions in one book. I'm off to find another Lilac Mills book as I really enjoyed this one.' Reader review 'Omg this was an absolute brilliant story. Funny and incredibly sad in parts, I bawled my eyes out! Thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and would highly recommend.' Reader review

Sunshine at Cherry Tree Farm

It’s not just hems that are frayed in Applewell... Gracie rescues old clothes and cast offs from Applewell’s charity shop, making them into cute and fresh outfits, which she then sells in her little shop. Turning a profit is hard at the best of times, let alone when new arrival Lucas appears... After running away from the village in his teens, Lucas has finally returned to an uncomfortable amount of fanfare and gossip. His job requires him to streamline homeless charity, UnderCover, and his plans to do so risk putting Gracie out of business. The pair of them exchange harsh words but when Lucas' niece cuts up his sister's wedding dress, there's only one person he can think to turn to. Along with repairing the dress, will Gracie patch up her relationship with Lucas? Or is that a stitch too far? A sweet and heartwarming romance full of community spirit and quirky characters, for fans of Holly Martin, Suzanne Snow and Phillipa Ashley. Praise for A Stitch in Time in Applewell ‘I was in the mood for something light and uplifting, and this gave me exactly what I needed. I loved the chemistry between Gracie and Lucas, you could really feel their attraction coming off the page, and it made for very easy and enjoyable reading.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Friends, family and nosy but nice neighbours all looking out for each other, with a bit of romance thrown in for good measure – what more could you want? A definite must read.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Applewell feels like home. I have genuine love for these books, the characters, and the setting... beautifully written.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A feel-good romance to make you smile

A Stitch in Time in Applewell

Let yourself be whisked away to sun-spangled Tenerife. Includes all three books in the gorgeously uplifting Island Romance series; Sunrise on the Coast, Holiday in the Hills and Sunset on the Square. Sunrise on the Coast: Struggling to come to terms with the loss of her mother, Sophie needs to get away from it all. On a much-needed break to Tenerife, she stumbles across a Help Wanted sign for local pensioner, Hugo, and on a leap of faith she accepts the job. Hugo’s beautiful villa is under threat and, to complicate matters, his brooding (but handsome) nephew, Alex, has shown up full of suspicion towards Sophie. Her hands full dealing with difficult men and a clearly unreciprocated attraction towards Alex, Sophie needs to make a decision. Does her future lie in Tenerife or is her holiday officially over? Holiday in the Hills: Ivy is suffering from writer’s block after a disastrous affair with her (now ex) publisher. Her agent suggests an extended holiday to get her writing career back on track – 6 months in a stunning villa on the gorgeous island of Tenerife. No WiFi, no TV, no distractions. Except for the very attractive, very lovely Sebastián who comes by every day to clean the pool. Soon Ivy’s on a roll with her new novel and her relationship with Sebastián is growing into something more, despite the secrets he’s keeping. But her ex isn’t done with her – professionally or personally. And with Sebastián not telling Ivy the whole truth, maybe a return to London is best... Sunset on the Square: In her late 50s and having lived in Tenerife for over 15 years, there’s not much on the island that can surprise widowed Elspeth. Until her hotelier friend asks her to put up a guest after they’ve overbooked – and handsome Charles is suddenly staying in very close quarters. Devastated by the death of her husband four years ago, Elspeth isn’t open to new romance, yet something about Charles pulls her in. With Charles’ holiday drawing to a close, Elspeth needs to decide what she really wants – and how to get it. The perfect holiday romance series for fans of Holly Martin, Sue Moorcroft and Mandy Baggot. Praise for Lilac Mills ‘I really am loving this Island Romance series from Lilac Mills. It's gentle, it's touching and it's simply lovely romance, with a wonderful setting that I thoroughly enjoyed.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘I’ve read all of the books in the Island Romance series. I read before going to sleep but they kept me awake reading much later than intended.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘I love the warmth and joy Lilac brings to her books. She’s a fantastic author who I always find a pleasure to read. This is the perfect escapism read – you can feel the sunshine on your face. Highly recommended.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review ‘Lilac Mills makes Tenerife sound very appealing and these books are great escapism. I found them very easy to read – the writing flows smoothly. Lovely, easygoing and feel-good, perfect and uncomplicated for relaxing with.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader review

Island Romance

While bringing joy to others, can these two Christmas helpers also find some for themselves? Seren’s great aunt Nelly hates being in a care home, especially around Christmas when Seren learns that Nelly and the other residents can’t enjoy the simple pleasure of browsing for gifts in the shops. So what if Seren brings the shops to them? Converting an ice cream van into a gift shop, Seren travels around Tinstone to help out the less mobile. On her journeys, she keeps bumping into a reluctant – and handsome – Father Christmas, who has been roped into helping out this festive season. But running her own business comes with risks and surprises that Seren's not sure she's able to tackle. Has she bitten off more than she can chew, or will her travelling Christmas shop provide some much-needed festive cheer for the residents of Tinstone? A delightfully heartwarming and funny festive romance for fans of Rebecca Raisin and Sue Moorcroft.

An uplifting and inspiring festive romance

The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop

"the opportunity of a lifetime..." When physiotherapist Molly Matthews is offered a dream job by a guy who shaves his legs and has an obsession with his bicycle, she has serious doubts about accepting. But, as she keeps telling herself, it's the opportunity of a lifetime and she'll never get another chance like this. So, she does what anyone in her position would do - she agrees to join a professional cycling team for the most prestigious race in the cycling world - The Tour de France. The reality, though, isn't exactly what she had anticipated; instead of eating out at restaurants in pretty French villages and spending her free time lounging around the hotel pool, Molly finds herself living out of a suitcase for three weeks, massaging eight pairs of sweaty legs, administering ice baths and treating saddle sores. And neither did she anticipate falling for a gorgeous, passionate, professional rider by the name of Alexander Duvall...

Le Tour de Love

Can their marriage be mended in time for Christmas? Lottie has always been thrifty. As a mother of three, it's even more important that she stretches the household budget as far as possible. Luckily, Lottie’s penchant for taking broken items and upcycling them has worked wonders for living on a shoestring. Henry can’t face telling Lottie he’s been made redundant. Instead, he pretends to go to work as usual while frantically job hunting. The race is on to find another role before Lottie discovers he’s another useless item for her collection – one that is beyond repair. Christmas is a time for giving, but will Lottie give Henry another chance if she learns about his lies? And can Henry give Lottie and their kids the life he so desperately wants them to have? A wonderfully warm and lighthearted married romance for fans of Holly Martin and Phillipa Ashley.

Make Do and Mend in Applewell

She never thought she’d love again... In her late 50s and having lived in Tenerife for over 15 years, there’s not much on the island that can surprise widowed Elspeth. Until her hotelier friend asks her to put up a guest after they’ve overbooked – and handsome Charles is suddenly staying in very close quarters. Long buried emotions are coming back to life. Devastated by the death of her husband four years ago, Elspeth isn’t open to new romance. Yet something about Charles pulls her in, and they grow closer together. But Charles’ holiday is drawing to a close, and Elspeth needs to decide what she really wants – and how to get it. The perfect holiday romance for fans of Holly Martin, Sue Moorcroft and Mandy Baggot.

Escape on a Spanish holiday with this heartwarming love story

Edie hat genug damit zu tun, ihre unberechenbare Chefin in Moira's Wedding Shop bei Laune zu halten. Und dann wird sie von Tia gebeten, ihr ein zweites Hochzeitskleid zu nähen, denn das Kleid, das deren alles bestimmende Oberschichten-Schwiegermutter ausgesucht hat, ist einfach nur schrecklich. Edie kann der Bitte nicht widerstehen, auch wenn es sie ihren Job kosten könnte und sie sich immer mehr in Notlügen verstrickt. Als wäre das nicht schon genug Aufregung, trifft sie immer wieder auf Tias Trauzeugen James, der keine Gelegenheit auslässt mit ihr zu flirten. Aber während Edie jeden Gehaltsscheck herbeisehnt, führt James ein High Society Leben ohne Sorgen und Nöte. Edie ist sich sicher: diese unterschiedlichen Welten passen einfach nicht zueinander ...

Hochzeitsglück in Tanglewood

Tess Barton is stuck in a rut. She’s working three jobs while trying to get her career as an artist off the ground... and now her sister wants her to run a marathon too?! No thank you! But it’s not just any marathon. It’s the Barcelona marathon and they’d be running in memory of their late sister. She's ready for her flight but when disaster strikes and Emma can’t make it, Tess finds herself facing a new city and challenge all alone. That is, until an unexpected rendezvous in a little tapas bar with gorgeous Spaniard Roberto. Facing the unknown Tess laces up her trainers, determined to master the marathon... and maybe find love in the city by the sea at the same time. Perfect for fans of T.A. Williams, Samantha Tonge and Sue Roberts. What readers are saying about Love in the City by the Sea: ‘A lovely relaxing story, with fabulous characters, lots of romance, a beautiful city, and a wonderful storyline. This is the perfect escapism read and beach read. Fab’ Reader review 'The book was so wonderful. Tess is a very relatable character... The books is beautifully written, nice and just wonderful. I would recommend it to everybody I know.' Unapologetic Geek ‘This was so beautifully written, so atmospheric that I felt like I was experiencing the sights, smells, delicious food and wine that Tess did.’ Reader Review 'A delightful few hours in Barcelona' Reader review 'This is a beautiful story to read. It was lovely to picture wonderful Barcelona. The descriptions of the city made me want to go back. This is a lovely romantic story set in wonderful surroundings. A pleasure to read' Reader review 'This is what the good memories are made of. Stars!... if you are looking for a few hours of escapism to a really great city with a romance playing out around its exploration then this is certainly a book to take a chance on.' Reader review 'This is my first time reading a novel by this author and I can 100% say that it won't be my last... a fantastic read that I couldn't put down. I'm now on the search for more novels by Lilac Mills! ' Reader review

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