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Three strangers all caught in the deep end... but can they help each other float through?After tragically losing her husband and being left a single mother to two children, Gabriella has only one escape for herself - swimming at a local London lido to clear her mind. A constant stream of both new and familiar faces visit the lido like Gabriella, but she doesn't suspect any are suffering quite like her until she meets Helen - who swims to escape her emotionless husband, and Ian - who feels lost in the deep end after becoming unemployed and unable to tell his husband.Grateful for new companionship, these three strangers decide to make their friendship into something more permanent: The Lonely Hearts Lido Club.An uplifting, captivating read about the power of friendship. Fans of Hazel Prior and Mike Gayle will adore this.Readers are loving ´The Lonely Hearts Lido Club´ and Charlie Lyndhurst:"I'm in awe of how Charlie Lyndhurst manages to tease out the extraordinary from ordinary lives and make me like every single character." - Sue Moorcroft, author of ´Summer at the French Café´. "A super cute read - you'll be laughing and crying." - Mandy Baggott, author of ´Staying Out for the Summer´."My favorite read of 2022, I am recommending it to everyone I know." - Reader Review"A real escapist summer read. Their friendship is uplifting and heart-warming. I almost wish I was part of the Lonely Hearts Lido Club myself" - Reader Review.Charlie Lyndhurst is the Diversity Officer of the RNA and heavily involved in the Rainbow Chapter. Charlie previously wrote as Liam Livings, self and trade publishing gay erotic/romance novels.
'My favorite read of 2022, I am recommending it to everyone I know.' Reader ReviewThree strangers all caught in the deep end... but can they help each other float through?After tragically losing her husband and being left a single mother to two children, Gabriella has only one escape for herself - swimming at a local London lido to clear her mind. A constant stream of both new and familiar faces visit the lido like Gabriella - but she doesn't suspect any are suffering quite like her, until she meets Helen - who swims to escape her emotionless husband, and Ian - who feels lost in the deep end after becoming unemployed and unable to tell his husband. Grateful for new companionship, these three strangers decide to make their friendship into something more permanent: The Lonely Hearts Lido Club. An uplifting, captivating read about the power of friendship - fans of Hazel Prior and Mike Gayle will adore this. Readers are loving joining The Lonely Hearts Lido Club:'I'm in awe of how Charlie Lyndhurst manages to tease out the extraordinary from ordinary lives and make me like every single character.' *Sue Moorcroft, author of Summer at the French Cafe*''Well written with layered and likable characters. So glad I found this gem.' Reader Review'This was a truly beautiful book to read...full of emotion, hope and joy.' Reader Review'Three strangers bond at the pool and form a friendship to circumvent their personal struggles. I really enjoyed this book it's rare that you read a book about a true friendship.' Reader Review'Love how each of these ppl are dealing with different heartbreaking situations, but manage to find a way to come together to fight their grief, but find happiness together instead. The writing is beautiful, the characters rich, and the storyline keeps you wanting to turn the pages long into the night.' Reader Review'This was a great lighthearted beach read. About strangers who connect in a beautiful way. It was a great read' Reader Review'This was an absolutely wonderful read! It was exactly what I look for in a character driven novel - it made me want to be a part of this little group so so badly!' Reader Review'It was a beautiful read about friendship and how three people can come together and support each other. Loved the writing style and I think it's a perfect summer read.' Reader Review'A real escapist summer read...their friendship is uplifting and heart-warming. I almost wish I was part of the Lonely Hearts Lido Club myself!' Reader Review'This was a super cute book...it was witty and charming and I'd highly recommend!' Reader ReviewPraise for Charlie Lyndhurst:'A super cute read - you'll be laughing and crying.' Mandy Baggott, author of Staying Out for the Summer'Perfect meet cutes, great characters, a few laughs, and of course that HEA that checks all the feelgood boxes' Reader Review'I loved jumping between these three stories. I really fell in love with all of these characters.' Reader Review'The story was fantastic. An almost Love, Actually kind of vibe.' Reader Review'Had me laughing out loud. The writing is good, the storyline is adorable and the characters are lovable.' Reader Review'Didn't let me go until I read the final page...I became fully invested in their lives.' Reader Review'A heartwarming story of staying true to yourself, charming and heartfelt.' Reader Review
Even wedding planners struggle to get it right...Jason is the best wedding planner around, known as the Fairy Godfather to the couples whose special days he plans. But coming up against workplace prejudice is taking a toll on his love for his job.His mother-in-law, Mel, has just discovered her husband has been cheating on her with a younger woman. Nearing fifty, jobless and struggling, she needs to work out who she is aside from a mum and a wife, and get her life back on track.Meanwhile, up-tight wedding planner Harriet is struggling to find her own true love – if such a thing exists. Between liars, married men, and disastrous dates, she thinks she may never find the one. And her outdated attitude toward LGBT marriages makes her even more bitter.When Jason starts Extra Weddings – helping people marry whoever they like, in whatever way they want – he, Mel and Harriet find themselves coming together to help couples make memories to last a lifetime. But can they bridge their gaps, and be a unit when others need them most?Fans of Casey McQuiston, Abigail Mann and Beth O'Leary are invited to the most heart-warming and extravagant wedding event of the year. Charlie Lyndhurst is the Diversity Officer of the RNA and heavily involved in the Rainbow Chapter. Charlie previously wrote as Liam Livings, self and trade publishing gay erotic/romance novels.
'What a charming book. Charlie Lyndhurst observes society with a keen eye.' Sue Moorcroft, author of A Home in the SunEven wedding planners struggle to get it right... Jason is the best wedding planner around, known as the Fairy Godfather to the couples whose special days he plans. But coming up against workplace prejudice is taking a toll on his love for his job. His mother-in-law, Mel, has just discovered her husband has been cheating on her with a younger woman. Nearing fifty, jobless and struggling, she needs to work out who she is aside from a mum and a wife, and get her life back on track. Meanwhile, up-tight wedding planner Harriet is struggling to find her own true love - if such a thing exists. Between liars, married men, and disaster dates, she thinks she may never find the one. And her outdated attitude toward LGBT marriages make her even more bitter. When Jason starts Extra Weddings - helping people marry whoever they like, in whatever way they want - he, Mel and Harriet find themselves coming together to help couples make memories to last a lifetime. But can they bridge their gaps, and be a unit when others need them most?Fans of Casey McQuiston, Lindsey Kelk and Justin Myers are invited to the most heartwarming and extravagant wedding event of 2022. Readers are loving The Grooms Wore White:'A super cute read - you'll be laughing and crying.' Mandy Baggott, author of Staying Out for the Summer'Perfect meet cutes, great characters, a few laughs, and of course that HEA that checks all the feelgood boxes' Reader Review'I adored every character... I truly loved it.' Reader Review'I loved jumping between these three stories. I really fell in love with all of these characters.' Reader Review'The story was fantastic. An almost Love, Actually kind of vibe.' Reader Review'Had me laughing out loud. The writing is good, the storyline is adorable and the characters are lovable.' Reader Review'Didn't let me go until I read the final page...I became fully invested in their lives.' Reader Review'A heartwarming story of staying true to yourself charming and heartfelt.' Reader Review
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