Title: The Cornish Village School – Second Chances
Author: Kitty Wilson
Publisher: Canelo
Publication Date: 4 October 2018
Today on the blog we’re joining the tour for The Cornish Village School – Second Chances by Kitty Wilson. As you will have noticed, autumn has most definitely arrived – the supermarkets are full of pumpkins, the trees are turning beautiful shades of red and orange, the nights are drawing in and there’s a definite chill in the air. I’m delighted to have a spotlight piece from Kitty Wilson explaining what she likes best about autumn.
Five fab things about autumn.
I am a fickle being when it comes to the seasons of the year, but the truth is I do genuinely love each single one of them and could wax lyrical about each of them with ease.
However, autumn is upon us now and as my new book in The Cornish Village School series, Second Chances, has a distinctly autumnal theme then it seems timely to share the things I love most about autumn.
However, autumn is upon us now and as my new book in The Cornish Village School series, Second Chances, has a distinctly autumnal theme then it seems timely to share the things I love most about autumn.
Conkers – There is something special about conkers, finding them on the floor, bursting out of that hedgehog casing and revealing a shiny brown treasure never fails to excite me. Then as a child I would rush my hoard home to douse them in vinegar and bake them overnight to make sure I had the shiniest, toughest conker for the playground next day. You have no idea how many autumn walks were undertaken with my own children and put on the school timetable when I was teaching! Recently I went on holiday, bought presents for my family but for my momento, I slipped the conker with the most beautiful sheen I could find into my pocket.
Scrunchy leaves – surely this is everyone’s favourite? I defy anyone not to enjoy the scrunch of a leaf beneath their foot, and the joy of having squillions of them to jump on during a woodland walk (obviously you’re there looking for conkers!) is immeasurable. And then there are the colours, the vibrant reds, yellow and oranges that litter the floor during this time of year and make my soul sing, beautiful!
Jumpers – this sounds like a silly favourite thing but honestly it makes me so happy when the season changes slightly and I can start pulling great big roll necks out of the wardrobe and cuddling up in them, burying my chin and hooking my fingers into the end of the sleeves to make my hands ultra-toasty.
Fire – autumn is orange and as it approaches I scurry to the fireplace, dragging out the wood I have stockpiled and eagerly light the fire. I love getting lost in the shape of flames as they jump and flicker, lighting up and warming the room and giving permission for me to lose hours just sitting there and staring.
Bonfire night – this practically combines all of the above things and throws in the wow of fireworks and, if you’re lucky, some soup and a jacket potato as well! What is not to love? Add a measure of history in the shape of Guy Fawkes to the magic and I’m in seventh heaven. In the Cornish Village School – Second Chances a lot of the action occurs across Halloween and Bonfire Night, and in a season that is so exciting for small children (and this adult too) it is no surprise that it leads to something really special happening in the Cornish village of Penmenna.
About the Author
Kitty Wilson lived in Cornwall for twenty-five years having been dragged there, against her will, as a stroppy teen. she is now remarkably grateful to her parents for their foresight and wisdom – and that her own children aren’t as hideous. Recently she has moved to Bristol, but only for love and on the understanding that she and her partner will be returning to Cornwall to live very soon. She spends most of her time welded to the Keyboard, dreaming of the beach or bombing back down the motorway for a quick visit! She has a penchant for very loud music, equally loud dresses and romantic heroines who speak their mind.
A huge thanks to Kitty for that wonderful reminder of the joys of autumn! Personally I love this season, with the beautiful russet colours, the cosy jumpers and knee-high boots and, of course, big mugs of hot chocolate – what could be more perfect than that?!
If you’ve not yet heard much about The Cornish Village School – Second Chances (book 2 in the Cornish Village School series), then check out the information below:
Blurb
Ex-ballerina and single mum Sylvie is in trouble. Juggling her ballet classes in the nearest town, preparing shy Sam for his first day at Penmenna Village school and trying to finally move out from the farm she shares with her cantankerous Uncle Tom means life is anything but easy.
Television journalist Alex is facing challenges of his own. Seeking a calmer environment for his newly adopted daughter, Ellie, he’s swapped reporting in war zones for the school PTA in quiet Penmenna, where his best friend Chase has persuaded him to start laying some roots.
Fireworks ignite when Sylvie and Alex meet but as Ellie and Sam become instant best friends, will they be able to keep things strictly platonic for the sake of the children?
(Brief) Review
The Cornish Village School – Second Chances is a heart-warming tale about the creation of a family. Family doesn’t always come in the same format and, for Sylvie and Alex, they find themselves and their children becoming a family despite the fact that they are not in a romantic relationship. Is it possible for them to make that leap without ruining everything? Do they even want to change something that already seems pretty perfect? From an eclectic cast of characters to the charming village setting, the book is feel-good, warm, funny, endearing and thoroughly entertaining!
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