Through The Garden Gate: a collection of 24 short stories

Shirley can’t see the beauty Hugh pictures in the patch of bare earth, but is happy to help him bury the flower bulbs as deep as she keeps her secret. The Adkins always put on a brave face, something Iris is determined to do, even if she doesn’t know why it’s needed.

Julie and her cousin are twigs from the same branch, so why does she feel like a sapling in the shade of his mighty oak? Ryan knows he’s good at nurturing plants – can he learn to do the same with the family he longs for? Like snowdrops underground, Ollie waits throughout the winter of Jasmine’s life, until she’s ready to accept the warmth of spring and his love.

Jamie feels safe in the garden. If he’s really good, maybe they’ll let him stay. ‘The lad’ hasn’t been seen on the allotments for days and Bert has a horrible feeling he’s responsible. Everyone says Peace Cottage is a wonderful house, surrounded by a lovely garden, so why won’t anyone live there?

Gardens, plants and people all have their stories. Step through the garden gate and I’ll tell you a few

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Review extracts

charming stories to warm your heart.

Ruthie Amazon.UK 5 stars

Great collection of short stories

Sabin Goodreads 5 stars

Everything you want from a collection of well written short stories. Warm, insightful and a real mix to suit all tastes… did not disappoint 

Mary Goodreads 5 stars

A bouquet of stories … that blossom on the page and assail the senses. A delightful dip into a variety of themes that take root and afford a pleasurable read.

Linda Amazon.UK 5 stars

lovely collection

Liz Amazon.UK 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. The stories were well written and easy to read.

Rebecca Amazon.UK 5 stars

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