The Friendship Circle

Warm, witty and deeply moving, The Friendship Circle is a story about second chances, unlikely friendships, and the magic that finds us when we're finally ready to believe in it.

Eve moved to Cornwall to be alone.

After the loss of her beloved bakery and the life she'd spent thirty years building, a small cottage by the sea feels like the fresh start she desperately needs.

But from the moment her neighbour Ruth appears on the doorstep with a casserole and an inexhaustible supply of warmth and wisdom, Eve begins to suspect that the village – and the secret hidden at the bottom of her garden – has very different plans for her…

Reviews

PRAISE FOR AMANDA JAMES

‘A beautifully crafted novel that will stay with you…deserves ten massive gold stars, highly recommended. Very highly’ Anita Waller

'A beautiful story about new beginnings, the warmth of friendship, the healing and energising powers of nature, connecting with others…one I certainly will never forget!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A delight to read, be it curled up in a cosy corner in your own home or sat outside in your own garden on a sunny day!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A joyous read with no murders or violence and is a complete delight' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A simply lovely book that is full of heart' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'The descriptions of the flowers, their perfume and colour are so vivid I felt I had walked through Rose's garden myself. The characters in this book are a joy. They restore your faith in human nature…extra special' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A real feel-good read that reminds us to cherish memories, embrace new experiences, and find joy in the little things…It’s simply wonderful – there’s no other words really' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I can’t write a review to do it justice but read it…You will love it' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Funny, poignant, endearing characters, a good spattering of relatable everyday truths, a few unexpected plot twists…everything a good book should be!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

About the author

Amanda James has written since she was a child and even asked her parents for a typewriter for Christmas. She never imagined her words would ever be published. In 2010 the dream of becoming a writer came true when she had her first short story published.

Originally from Sheffield, Amanda now lives in Cornwall and is inspired every day by the wild and beautiful coastline. She can usually be found playing on the beach with her family, or walking the cliff paths planning her next book.