
Katie Fforde
5 SeriesKatie Fforde is an English romance novelist known for incorporating her life experiences into her work. She began writing after the birth of her three children. Fforde is also the founder of the Katie Fforde Bursary, which supports unpublished writers.
In "Thyme Out," also known as "Second Thyme Out," Perdita Dylan inherits a dilapidated house in the Cotswolds and decides to turn it into a bed-and-breakfast. Amidst renovations, she navigates her complex relationship with her ex-husband, who wants to reconcile. Simultaneously, in "Florda's Lot," also titled "Bidding for Love," Florda seeks to buy her dream home at an auction but faces competition from a charming yet infuriating rival. Both novels explore themes of love, second chances, and the challenges of starting anew. Katie Fforde skillfully intertwines romance and personal growth in these engaging stories.