Beginning of Everything

by Jackie Fraser

Genres: Friendship

Synopsis

Beautiful, heartbreaking, often very funny and entirely unforgettable, The Beginning of Everything is the irresistible new novel of resilience, hope and unexpected friendships from the bestselling author of The Bookshop of Second Chances.

The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes meets A Thousand Roads Home, The Beginning of Everything is the story of Jess and Gethin, whose paths cross in the most unexpected way. Jess is running, leaving all she knows and everyone she loves behind her, with just a few treasured belongings in her rucksack. She’s escaping from the pain and trauma of a bad relationship with a bad man, gone very badly wrong. Gethin’s kindness and care takes her breath away. They become friends. But with so much hurt in her past, can Jess learn to love and live again?

Praise for The Bookshop of Second Chances

'How much do I love this book? So, so much. Refreshing and romantic, it's an absolute cracker!' HEIDI SWAIN

'A gorgeous, tip-top, pitch-perfect romantic read - I loved it!' RACHEL HORE

'The Bookshop of Second Chances has lifted my heart more than anything I’ve read for a very long time. It’s funny, clever, well written, warm, joyful and comforting. I could rave about it all day!' IONA GREY

'An escapist romance that glows with warmth! I loved it' CARMEL HARRINGTON

'A real winner with so much heart and a wonderfully relatable heroine' CHRISTINA PISHIRIS

Release date: September 28, 2023

Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK

Print pages: 400