This was a sweet but predictable story.. I did enjoy this one even though I guessed the outcome after the first chapter. So much warmth coming through the pages that I will be happy to read more in this series. My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

This is a good book. I enjoyed the flow of the story, it had well rounded robust characters, a good dose of fun and romance and is a all round general good read.

The Corner Shop on Foxmore Green is downright charming! My first from this talented author, I fell hard for both Rowena and Huw and their sweet romance. Not to mention scene-stealer daughter Nia and her 4 almost 5 cuteness! The story is crafted in a wonderful way as Rowena is a bit at a standstill in her life and Huw is the newcomer to Foxmore. Their lives collide almost immediately after Huw's arrival and already there are evident sparks between them. Mills keeps the crux of Huw's employment a bit of a secret and it's only towards the end of the book that it comes to light as Rowena embarks on a new venture, trying her hardest to open an eco-friendly grocer.

But before the surprising reveal to both of them, however, is the delicate dance they do as they start to spend time together and Huw becomes not only important to Rowena but to spunky Nia as well. Huw is all kinds of sigh-worthy as he enchants both mother and daughter with his clever outings and you could sense how he and Rowena were falling fast for one another. He even made me swoon with how much he craved her touch.

The enchanting village of Foxmore provides a great background with involved neighbors and friends who provide lighter moments and the support for the anxious Rowena when needed. The closeness of a village this size means everyone knows everything about everyone and it's certainly something Huw has to get used to.

With the sudden appearance of someone from Rowena's past throwing her for a loop, I wasn't sure things would work out for her and Huw but the miscommunication was actually kind of delightful and showed just how vulnerable each of them was.

With a great last chapter, I was thrilled that Huw and Rowena and even little Nia were able to find a happiness each no doubt deserved. It made my heart happy to experience the joy and satisfaction they received with even the smallest of victories.

The Corner Shop on Foxmore Green is a great read when looking for something a bit lighter between heavier reads. I would not hesitate to read this author again and happily give this well-written book a huge 4 stars!

I found this to be a rather predictable romance. Rowena and Huw’s relationship seems to focus a lot on kissing: thinking about kissing, kissing, re-living a kiss, waiting to be kissed etc. I did appreciate the focus on zero waste shopping and found the idea of setting up a cooperative to be a unique way of setting up a business.

This was a nice feel-good read with a slow burning romance. I liked the message of single use plastic and I would like to see more no waste shops opening up.
I was pleased to learn that this book is the first in a ne6 series. I am looking forward to reading the next book.
Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for my ARC.

The Corner Shop on Foxmore Green by Lilac Mills

I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Canelo and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Blurb

Can a new shop change the village’s future – and Rowena’s?

Single mum Rowena is always looking for ways for her and her four-year-old daughter, Nia, to live more sustainably. So, when she visits a zero-waste shop in Cardiff, she’s inspired to start one up in her own village, where local businesses and artisan shops are a core part of the community.

For Huw, it’s love at first sight when he bumps into Rowena, on the day he moves to Foxmore.  But a series of misunderstandings keeps the two from getting closer, and now a conflict of interest over Rowena’s shop might put a stop to any fledgling romance…

When a figure from Rowena’s past makes a surprise appearance, both her shop and relationship with Huw are suddenly under threat. Can Rowena still realise her corner shop dreams and find love?

My Opinion

This is the first book in a new series - and whilst it is relatively short it was a great introduction. I was drawn in by the cover and the fact that I have previously enjoyed books by Lilac Mills and I was pleased to discover that this is a lovely, heart-warming story. A charming, quick read with characters that I already can't wait to meet again.

Rating 4/5

The book was enjoyable to read all around. Even though I knew how it would end, I still smiled. I am really excited about the series' second book.

What a glorious book from Lilac Mills. Full of warmth and cheerfulness, just what is needed at this time of year.

This is the first book I have read from this author and it won't be the last. I enjoyed reading this, it was a lovely cosy, romance set in the beautiful village of Foxmore. Full of great characters who I really warmed to and some i didn't, and I liked that there were a few spicy moments, but not too much. Overall, a fab, feel good read

Genre: Romance fiction
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩? 📚
This book follows single-mother Rowena and her journey in her home village of Foxmore, where local businesses and artisan shops are a core part of the community. Huw bumps into Rowena the day he moves to Foxmore, and it's love at first sight for him. But a series of misunderstandings keep the two from getting closer, and now a conflict of interest over Rowena's shop might stop any fledgling romance. When a figure from Rowena's past makes a surprise appearance, her shop and her relationship with Huw are suddenly threatened. Can Rowena still realise her corner shop dreams and find love?

𝙈𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬 💭
This story is a great light-hearted and relaxing romance read. Although the plot isn't addictive or compelling, it will bring you immense joy while reading it. This book is generally well-written, and you can tell the author loves and is truly passionate about writing. 🙈

I also liked the sustainability feature; it's heart-warming to see how inspired Rowena was to open a zero-waste store.

Yes, this story is sometimes a bit boring, but overall, this book is a great village romance story. 'The Corner Shop on Foxmore Green' is perfect if you're looking for a light-hearted and relaxing romance read that transports you into a cosy village. 🏡🌳🌷

Thank you to the author, Lilac Mills, and the publisher for letting me read this early in exchange for an honest review! 🫶

A lovely read. I liked the slow steady development of Huw and Rowena’s relationship and Nia was a great little character. I enjoyed finding out all about a zero waste shop and about co ops it was very eye opening and interesting. I found it a little unbelievable that Rowena and Huw hadn’t spoken about what job he did or that he didn’t ask sooner for more details on her shop idea as he knew he had information that could have been helpful, even without her going the co op route, but still, I guess when you’re in love and only manage one date a week there are far more important things to think about and spend on 😉.
I loved the small village community and how they all rallied round the shop and helped thwart the big chain store and in doing so rid Finn from her life. It left me with a smile at the end.

This book is satisfying as we turn the pages. My very first book from this Author and I devoured each line in this book. After a long time I felt like I read the most lovely and extremely fabulous small town Romance story.

Rowena - She's a single mom who always makes sure her daughter comes first to her. Even though it was an accidental pregnancy she never once regretted that. She loved her daughter with her whole heart. One thing about her I loved so much is that she took an initiative which none took and that's something which made me adore her even more. In this entire book I found that the Author made sure to bring a strong female for us to read and enjoy. I actually clapped my hands when she gave the perfect reply to her Ex (Her daughter's biological dad) who goes by the name Finn. This woman is actually perfect with every move she makes. 

Huw - I did admire him but he easily assumes the worst each time and pushes away Rowena. But I'm glad they both always sort out their misunderstandings. It was indeed nice to see him take care of Rowena's daughter and make a family with her.

Ceri - Huw's sister is also someone who will make you fall for her. I truly loved reading all the chapters she was in. 

Nia - How can I be without mentioning her? The four ops! Almost five-year old daughter of Rowena, would make you laugh with her naughtiness. I felt like she was the one who kept me looking forward to the next chapter as well. 

Lastly, this book made me laugh, get angry, adore sister and brother relationship, admire the friendship and also feel emotional. I would highly recommend this book to everyone who's looking for a short and cute story which is also realistic. 

Thank you so much for the ARC of this enjoyable story @netgalley and @lilacmillsauthor

Enjoyable story about Rowena, single mother who is ready for the next phase of her life. She decides to look into opening a zero waste store in town. While knocking on doors with a petition to save the church, she meets new to town Huw and there is an instant attraction.

Great funny, interfering, and nosy neighbors. The small town is loaded with good natured people who just want to know everything and be in on it too.

This is an entertaining, easy-to-read story. It's definitely a book to read when you want to kick back and relax. Very enjoyable.

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What a lovely read, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Single mum Rowena and her 4 year old daughter Nia live in the beautiful village of Foxmore. Now that Nia is starting school Rowena wants to do something more and looks into opening a zero waste shop.
There’s also a instant attraction for Rowena with the newest resident Huw. They have a few misunderstandings along the way. Will they finally get together?
A very cosy read that I read in just a few days as I found it hard to put down. Well recommended

The Corner Shop on Foxmore Green by Lilac Mills is an easy to read, feel good romance. Single mum Rowena and Huw meet soon after he moves to the village. It is attraction from the first glance on both their parts. Just when it looks as if romance is in the air obstacles come into play. From the beginning it seemed these two were destined to be together.

The storyline is interesting with a realistic approach to the problems faced by Rowena and Huw. I enjoyed getting to know Rowena’s young daughter, Nia. She added to the story quite a bit. It is a lighthearted romance with a balance between romance and life in the village.

An entertaining read for an afternoon.

An ARC of the book was provided by the publisher through NetGalley which I voluntarily chose to read and reviewed. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This is the first novel I have read from this author, chosen for the bright cover and the promise of a lightweight romance read. What I didn’t expect was an over-exaggerated and saccharine romance, what I imagine is a modern day Mills and Boon (as an aside, I can’t really compare as I have never read M&B). The examples I highlighted on my Kindle (and believe me, these are just a very small sample) include “Heart-shaped face, big brown eyes, upturned noe and a generous mouth with full lips. Kissable lips”; “Luminous and liquid, [her eyes] drew him in, and he found he couldn’t tear his gaze away”; “His gaze crept back to her face and he drank her in, thinking she really was gorgeous”. I just found it was too much and sickly (I rolled my eyes so many times reading this).

The writing felt, in a lot of places, more like a teenage diary than a novel for women. There was a lot of repetition and stating the obvious and it felt like it had been self-edited and published, rather than professionally.

Whilst I applaud the use of the novel to try and highlight the damage we are doing to the planet, I felt that it was too preachy and also focused heavily on single-use plastic (and don’t get me started on the beach party where there was likely to be lots of single use plastic …).

This was a quick read and, as it didn’t veer from the usual romance template, was an easy read. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t my type of read.

Thank you to the publisher and to Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

Lilacs books are like a hug in a mug. The first book of hers I read was The Cosy Travelling Christmas Shop which I adored and I've loved this one just as much.

Rowena is the sweetest of characters and little Nia made me smile so much and I love the idea of a zero waste shop, we have one in our town that is really popular.

I'm really looking forward to reading more of Lilacs books, if you've not read anything by Lilac, please pick one up.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This book perfectly fits the cozy romance genre. I was seeking for a quick read and the cover of this book caught my eye. Nothing let me down. A delightful and heartwarming love story set in the picturesque village of Foxmore.

The story follows Rowena, a single mother of Nia, age four (nearly five! ), who resides in the charming Welsh town of Foxmore. Rowena and Huw, the new guy in town, are the subject of the book's love tale, which is not your typical romance. It also emphasizes the affection of her close group and, above all, the love of a mother for her daughter.

The characters and how they interacted were likable and entertaining to me. There were a few hot moments, but not enough to overshadow the story's appeal. As a reader, you can actually sense the chemistry between Rowena and Hue, and the narrative itself was interesting.

Another significant plot point in the book emphasized how crucial it is to avoid single-use plastics anytime available. I'm all for sustainable, environmentally friendly activities, but this book is rather "preachy" about it; I think some people may find it to be too much, while others may find it to be acceptable. But in my opinion, it goes into way too much detail.

The book was enjoyable to read all around. Even though I knew how it would end, I still smiled. I am really excited for the series' second book.

The book is scheduled to be released on January 19, 2023! If you enjoy cozy romances, please add this book to your list right now :).

I received a free early copy of the book from Canelo and NetGalley; this review is my voluntary and uninfluenced opinion.

Huw moves to the village when he falls in love with it, As soon as he meets Rowena he falls for her too - but things are complicated with her plans to open a new shop.

I was very disappointed in this book. I did not finish reading it. Very boring. My thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for my advance ebook. This is my unbiased review.