Hope and Happiness in Bluebell Wood
the most uplifting and joyful read of the summer

I loved this wonderful book, the characters were so friendly and I built up a mental image of the village, woods and all the houses and wished I could live in a place like that one. The descriptions were so vivid and I really didn’t want to finish this one. My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers......more

Three and a half stars After a traumatic experience in London, Ava ends up with ptsd. In an effort to overcome her issues Ava decides to change her lifestyle and move to the country. Ava chooses a quiet place named Bluebell Wood. She retreats to her cottage. When she starts to feed the wild birds a......more

There is something about an Ali McNamara book that is always addictive, quirky, draws you in keeps, keeps you guessing and can be read in one sitting. This is no expectation from Ava's back story involving a terror incident that happened to her and the birds of bluebell wood who can disagree with th......more

This was a lovely book. I enjoyed every page. I loved the characters very much, it made me wish that I lived in a close-knit village where everyone is willing to help their neighbours and rally together in times of trouble. I love Bluebells and I enjoy walking in the wood’s especially it’s my family......more

A beautifully written book that really grabs you and totally immerses you in the storyline. Ava has had a troubled time which we gradually learn more about. She has taken a rental in a lovely cottage by Bluebell Wood. She wants to cocoon herself and keep away from everyone. She struggles to go out- b......more