Really enjoyed this book I read it in one sitting.I got caught up in the story the descriptions were brilliant,loved the storyline loved betty one of the characters. I am craving cake lol. Was laugh out loud funny and was sweet and I did tear up as well loads of emotions going on.I loved it. Will be on the look out for more of Lilac Mills books.

This is the 1st book I have read by this author, but it certainly won’t be the last. I love a book that centres around a rural community and this didn’t disappoint, the characters drew me in from start and I felt I could imagine exactly what Tanglewood looks like in my mind, similar storylines as other booms I have read but what made this one that little bit different was the comedy element that made me laugh out loud at moments, especially Stevie’s and Leanne’s night out.
The book centres around Stevie who as a tired chef who is fired and gains an inheritance much to the annoyance of her family, she changes the course of her life using her Aunt Peggy’s money and opens a tea shop. There’s such a wide range of characters in this book of all ages and love them or hate them they all play their part. The ending is particularly beautiful without giving too much away. A good read for any lovers of authors like Cathy Bramley, Tilly Tennant, Christie Barlow and such like.

Absolutely smashed it! Fantastic book. Enough cakes to make you hungry, action to keep you hooked and romance to make you swoon. Funny and engaging, a complete corker of a book. Find a cosy nook and devour it in one fell swoop.

Thank you NetGalley

Enjoyed the book. Definitely a fun read and would give it 3.5 stars. I immediately loved Stevie, more after meeting her mom and sister. They were truly horrid people. Aunt Peggy definitely knew what she was doing with her will. Stevie's tea shop sounded like a lovely place to eat with all the delicious baked goods and not to mention Peggy, the black cat, who constantly sneaks into the shop.

Loved the story, writing style and characters. I'm pretty sure Allegra was that miserable because she wasn't eating all the yummy food. It takes a special kind of someone to be purposely that mean. Loved the scene with Stevie and Leanne drunk in the pouring rain and Nick running out of the shop because he thinks he sees a ghost. The book is all about friendship and helping each other out, plus a little romance.

Definitely recommend the book. I wouldn't mind reading more about Tanglewood and find out what Stevie and her friends are up to. There's Leanne with all her brothers, Cassandra with her forever leaking house and Tia. I'm sure Betty has some great stories to tell. I look forward to reading more books by the author (even if they aren't about Tanglewood).

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Canelo through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Loved this well written romance. Great plot and characters. The author is new to me and I will be reading more of her books.

First time I read a Lilac Mills book and I wasn't really sure what to expect. And let me tell you... I really loved what I saw! Yes, I enjoyed this novel so much! It's a book about second chances, about small community spirit but also about yummy cakes and a lovely tea shop. There is also a nice romance touch to this book that I really enjoyed! All in all this book was perfect to have a good time and relax! There is quite a lot going on in this book and if you like horses you won't be disappointed (I thought I would add this to my review as it might be a plus for you :-) ) and I also I wanted to say Lilac Mills a big thank you to feature among the main characters a disabled young woman in wheelchair as it's not very often we see this in chicklit books.

Lilac Mills is very quickly becoming a favourite author of mine and this story is definitely up there with the best. If you love books set in little villages and based around tea shops and cakes then you will love this one! A perfect cosy read!

A light and gentle tale of opening a dream teashop in a picturesque village. And said village is rich in colourful characters each with a story to tell.
The author has really caught the dream of moving into the countryside, being self employed and living a slow and gentle life.
A really easy read and all the better for that!

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. How I really enjoyed this book and especially the character Chef Stevie, this has me laughing in a lot of places and made me feel all warm inside.

Love love loved it! First time I’ve read anything by Lilac, but I will definitely be reading more. Had me giggling in my cup of tea, the humour is fantastic!

Princess Fuzzypants here: I confess. I wanted to spit and claw at the heroine Stevie in the early parts of the book. She just seemed hopelessly ditzy. I am glad I stayed with her though because once she got to Tanglewood and had a purpose, she changed. Oh, she could still do some silly things but even those turned out fine. Thanks to the bequest from her Aunt Peggy, she is able to start again with her tea shop. She is a great baker and despite the whinging and naysaying of her jealous mother and sisters, and the attempts by the local mean girl who thinks she is the arbiter of all things nutritional, Stevie gains acceptance. She even is adopted by a kitty whom she names Peggy.
She does so by offering great products and trying to pitch in when the community is in need. She makes friends- including a very special one. There is no mystery to solve. It is simply a good story with a romantic twist and it was enjoyable.
I give it four purrs and two paws up.

I don't want to lie, I was planning to give up on this story without finishing. Glad that I have stuck through because the latter half more than made up for all the dull moments in the beginning. Stevie's buying of the tea shop and settling in the community takes half of the book and then only we get the glimpse of the exciting story we are promised. Especially when old lady Betty comes to the scene to play the perfect fairy godmother.
I loved the cosy community, the tantrums of the black cat who is also named Peggy, but the one who has really touched my heart is Tia, who braves the world from a wheelchair. This book would have been really fascinating and unique if Tia was to be on the lead role. Sadly, that is not in my hands. But I do really hope that there will be such a story from the talented hands of Lilac Mills.

Standard chic lit for me really. I'm not usually a fan but wanted something light hearted for a change.

'The Tanglewood Tea Shop’ is my first experience of Lilac Mills' writing and it was a lovely introduction to her work.

The story centres around Stevie in the little village of Tanglewood. Stevie is caring, genuine and down on her luck initially. I immediately found her to be a likeable and relatable character.

This book was a perfect cosy, comfort read when I needed some gentle escapism. The author writes in an engaging way; I found myself frequently telling myself 'just one more chapter' as I was so immersed in the story.

I'll definitely be looking out for other works by Lilac Mills and have recommended this to friends, colleagues and my book group.

(Review also posted on Amazon UK)

It's always an exciting time when Lilac Mills has a new release, automatic read for me! And you've really got to love that cover, if it doesn't make you want to have cakes and tea I don't think anything will. This is a make me happy, pick me up kind of book. I loved the character's and Peggy the kitten, that scamp was such a cutie. Love her! Happy ending!
Pub Date 31 Jan 2019
I was given a complimentary copy of this book from Canelo through NetGalley. Thank you. All opinions expressed are my own.

This was a cute story about a girl starting over. Stevie is left an inheritance from her great aunt. She uses that money to buy a shop in a small English town and starts a bakery. This was a fun read, but I kept wanting a little more depth from the story. The writing was quite simplistic and there was no real climax to the story. Very predictable, but good for a light read.

I loved this, a lovely cheerful read. I couldn’t put this down it was dotable and heart warming. Such a pick me up read. I loved all the characters. A great happy ending to a great fun read

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

The Tanglewood Tea Shop is a cute ROM-COM! I love the character! I like reading about cute little cafe's!

This was a wonderfully well-written story of growth and happiness.
I was anxious about reading this book for a couple of reasons. Firstly, I have only ever read one other Lilac Mills books and really enjoyed it, but that could have been a fluke, it wasn’t!
The second is that one of my favourite series of books is ‘The Comfort Food Cafe series by Debbie Johnson’. I didn’t know how another book set in a cafe could live up to the standards set by Johnson, but it did! I needn’t have been worried.
I loved hearing about all the creations that Stevie made and as a baker myself I wish there had been recipes at the back, so I could make some of Stevie’s creations (but not the chocolate and broccoli cupcakes, they did not sound appetising!)
I think the only thing I didn’t like about this book is Stevie’s name. Every time it was in the book I kept thinking who is Steve? She just didn’t seem like a Stevie, but this is just my opinion!
I loved how all the village came together it made the book feel homely, and if it were real I’d want to visit Tanglewood (well it does exist but not in Wales, and I’m sure it doesn’t have such an amazing cafe as Peggy’s Tea Shoppe)!

For a break from the more heavier reads, Tanglewood Tea Shop proves a nice interlude. This is the kind of story that takes you away to a small village community somewhere in rural England, where a newbie usually comes along and attempts to start afresh. Throw into the mix a little drama, a little romance and you have the makings of a gentle getaway.

My further attraction to this book is of course the prominence of the word ‘tea’. Loving all things associated with this amber liquid, this quickly became a must read. And it is in terms of this that the book really shines - the whole shop, tea and cake details are ideal. I fully appreciated the realistic and humorous situations that were often adhered to:

“... regretting her decision to buy bone-china cups and saucers, and pretty but not-dishwasher-safe plates with gold leaf around the edges.”

The author, Lilac Mills, also does a noteworthy job of capturing not only the setting of the typical English village but also a good range of characters. There were a few, however, situations and circumstances sprinkled throughout that brought this story down a little. The main romantic couples instalove was a little hard to buy into given they really had not been present or conversed sensibly for any length of time. I also found some of the dialogue silly and contrived and that disappointed me somewhat. Then again, the likes of other characters such as Betty, really lift and give the story notable engagement.

Overall, however, for a quick escape to the English countryside with a cup of tea and some delectably described cake, Tanglewood Tea Shop may just fit the bill for you.

‘You only get one chance at it, so live it your way’.