Nothing ever happens in Avondale… until it does.
Tucked away in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, Avondale looks like the perfect English village—rolling green hills, dry stone walls, and a close-knit community where everyone knows everyone.
But behind closed doors, secrets simmer and rivalries grow. At the centre of it all lies Beckholme Stables—a haven for its liveries, their horses, and the fragile bonds that hold them together.


“They are blooming amazing!! Author is the next Jilly Cooper for me” – Lynn

“We need book 5 I LOVE LOVE LOVE the books” – Terri
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Across four gripping novels, lives intertwine as love, ambition, betrayal and desire collide in ways no one sees coming.
A struggling yard fights for survival against ruthless ambition.
New beginnings offer hope—but the past is never far behind.
Secrets surface, loyalties fracture, and danger creeps ever closer.
And when winter falls, even the promise of Christmas can’t keep the darkness at bay.
From love and ambition to betrayal and devastating consequences, the Avondale series draws you into a world where nothing stays buried for long.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Yorkshire Dales, this is a fast-paced, addictive journey through love, power, secrets, and second chances.
Once you step into Avondale… you won’t want to leave. Perfect for fans of Jilly Cooper, Fiona Walker, and Tilly Bagshawe.

“Couldn’t put it down. I’m horsey so this was right up my street.
Loved the characters and the way the plot flowed” – Lyn

“Couldn’t put it down it has everything a book should have, it made me laugh, blush, and cry” – Jacky

“Plenty of twists and turns to keep the pages turning, with the added appeal of equestrian antics amongst the livery ladies and their equine partners” – Karen

“Even if you only know that a horse has a leg at each corner, that’s fine. This is a wonderful romp from livery yard to the local bridleway. Events unfold from that first walk to a heady gallop, as lives get tangled in a social mix of characters.” – Graham
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