A Midwinter Match: A funny, feel-good read from the author of The Country Escape

Ruby Oldbridge needs to learn to take her own advice.

A talented counsellor at work in York, she is however floundering in her own life. Her romantic track record is woeful, her finances are in a pickle, and shes back in a house-share after splitting up with her useless ex.

But one thing Ruby is brilliant at, is helping other people find a way through their problems, and she excels at the job she loves, doing just that.

Happy-go-lucky, Mr Positivity, Zac Drewe also loves his job the trouble is, its the same as Rubys, and the management have decided to rationalise their department. Theres only room for one of them.

As the snow and winter close in on York, Ruby and Zac have everything to lose, and Ruby starts to wonder if the happy face Zac shows the world, might be disguising a sadder secret.

Set against one another, they are unlikely friends. But perhaps, if they could take the time to understand each other, they might discover that rather than rivals, they could be the best thing that ever happened to one another

Funny, fresh and fantastically warm-hearted, discover Jane Loverings unforgettable new cast of characters and irresistible, feel-good story. Perfect for fans of Julie Houston, Beth OLeary and Kate Forster

Praise for Jane Lovering:

'A funny, warm-hearted read, filled with characters you'll love' Matt Dunn

Jane Lovering has that ability to choose exactly the right words and images to make you laugh, with a wonderful touch of the ridiculous, then moving seamlessly to a scene of such poignancy that it catches your breath Reader Review

It is very difficult to explain just how wonderful this book is. The power of her words and her descriptive prowess to put it bluntly is amazing the emotional impact it has had on me will be long lasting Reader Review

Fall in love with reading all over again with this cracking tale from Jane Lovering. An excellent reminder, if one is needed, of the absolute pleasure of losing yourself in a good book' Reader Review