Holly Newsome never expected to meet her fake fiancée, especially not in the remote village of Little Wexley, a place so difficult to find, people usually give up trying. When she agrees to the sham engagement, she assumes her mysterious partner will stay a stranger—until Ryan Davies shows up at her late father’s bookshop, turning her quiet life upside down.
Ryan’s arrival triggers a whirlwind of events that thrust Little Wexley into the spotlight. As influencers descend on the village and a Regency ball is planned, Holly must juggle the chaos while protecting her beloved bookshop from the clutches of a scheming neighbouring councilman. The village is buzzing with excitement, but the biggest surprise is Holly's growing feelings for Ryan.
Set against the charming backdrop of the British countryside, this heartfelt romantic comedy is perfect for fans of Bridgerton and Schitt’s Creek. It’s a love story for the LGBTQ+ community—and for anyone who loves watching two people fall head over heels, fake or not. Will Holly and Ryan’s pretend engagement lead to real love, or will their happily-ever-after remain fiction?
In Little Wexley, even the most unexpected romances can find their perfect plot twist.
Based in London, born in The Netherlands, Daphne has always been writing about people falling in love.
With a background in digital advertising, she hasn't shied away from taking her publishing journey into her own hands and is looking forward to self-publishing her debut novel 'Can't Help Falling' in Autumn 2024.
When not writing, Daphne can be found embroidering, video editing or listening to True Crime podcasts.