Starry Nights over Dragonfly Lake: A dreamy BRAND NEW countryside romance from Alison Sherlock for 2026

Astronomer Beth Jones dreams of forever love but with every romance ending in heartbreak she’s sworn off men. Hiding out at Maple Tree Lodge after losing both her job and Jeremy, her boyfriend, can Beth discover a new way to keep her passion for stargazing alive whilst putting aside her hopes and dreams for a fairytale future?

Carpenter Noah Jackson doesn’t believe in love of any kind and refuses to trust anyone, even his own, estranged family. But when he arrives at Maple Tree Lodge to pick up a surprise inheritance, a winter storm forces him to stay when all he wants to do is flee.

When Jeremy turns up unexpectedly at the hotel in an attempt to win Beth back, Noah is catapulted into a fake romance in front of her ex. Beth knows that Noah isn’t looking for love and he’s the complete opposite of everything she’s been looking for, isn’t he?

As the starry nights begin to weave their magic, can Beth and Noah learn to open their hearts and start to trust each other?
And perhaps trust the true feelings in their hearts as well...?

Praise for Alison Sherlock:

'A lovely story of finding yourself and discovering what home means. I couldn’t stop turning the pages. Loved it.' Jessica Redland

'A gorgeous, heartwarming read! I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Maple Tree Lodge and meeting the wonderful cast of characters. Already looking forward to the next book in the series!’ ' - Jill Steeples

'Glorious escapism. Uplifting, heartwarming and joyful. Alison Sherlock writes with a warmth and lightness of touch' - Kerry Fisher