Wow this truly was a wonderful readI devoured this beauty in less than 24 hours.

This really made me want to be laying by a pool with the sun warming my face with these beautiful settings. The orange House sounded stunning, The author beautifully pulls you into the wonderful island of Mallorca I really felt I was there.

Isabelle Broom is one of my go to Authors and always delivers that perfect summer read.

A pleasure to read and review thank you for giving me the opportunity.

I've also enjoyed books by the author and this one was no different. The book is predominantly set in Majorca in Pollenca and having visited the area I loved knowing where the house was and the bars/restaurants were and had been to some of them!

The book goes back and forth between the past and present telling the story of the relationship of Henry and Violet and how life can come between you even if the love is there. It explores the complexity of coming to terms with parenting a neurodiverse child and how that impacts all aspects of life and your expectations of what normal looks like.

A lovely read and a great one for the summer.

It might look like it's going to be your typical holiday romance, but it's a story that's far more moving than that. As you'd expect from an Isabelle Broom novel, the island and the house are beautifully described (it's easy to imagine yourself there), and Violet and Henry are engaging characters.

The story of their relationship is told by Violet in the present, interspersed with chapters set in the past told from Henry's point of view. There are lots of hints about the events that happened to them and their son, Luke, which are eventually revealed towards the end of the story. Overall, an interesting read about the challenges of being in a long-term relationship with a child with mental health issues.

Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

A beautiful story that showed so much heartbreak but happiness. It is a tough read at some points as I found myself emotionally invested in the book.

Henry and Violet first met in the garden of The Orange House on the beautiful island of Mallorca.

They promised their lives to each other, poured their love into restoring the house and built the foundations of their marriage within its walls. First it was their private idyll, then a place to escape with their son, Luke - but now it has become a battleground.

I really loved this book, I felt I had escaped to Mallorca, a really good read.

Escape to Mallorca in Isabelle Broom’s latest ‘holiday romance’ novel, The Orange House. Henry and Violet first fell in love in La Casa Naranja (The Orange House), and so too will readers with this beautifully written and stirring Spanish sojourn.

The pair promised to love one another for the rest of their lives and poured their hearts and souls into the restoration of The Orange House and its gardens. This enchanting home became the foundation on which their marriage began but as their son transitions from baby to child, cracks begin to form in their relationship as Luke turns their lives into an ongoing battlefield.

The novel opens with the couple on the brink of divorce. Violet, who is living in the UK learns that Henry intends to sell The Orange House, marking the final nail in the coffin of their marriage. She returns to Mallorca for what feels like their final summer. Will all the secrets, anger and darkness be the end for Henry and Violet or will they manage to bloom a new beginning after sorting through the rubble?

The Orange House is probably Isabelle Broom’s most vulnerable and deep novel yet. Unlike her previous novels, The Orange House is less like a ‘meet-cute’ romantic comedy holiday with mysterious twists spun into them. Instead, this novel is set on the edge of a fractured romance with flashbacks that showcase the couple’s early budding romance. The Orange House also carries a feeling of tension, mystery and intrigue throughout.

Despite this more intense darkness in the writing, Broom does not fail to evoke such beautiful imagery that ensures that the reader still falls in love with the Mallorcan setting. Nor does she fail to tug at the heartstrings and draw you into the complex depths of Violet and Henry’s relationship and family.

The premise of this story isn’t so much a wanderlust romance (although elements of that are certainly present) but a weathered marriage that has left been fractured over its course, leaving the once starry-eyed Violet and Henry broken and confused.

The Orange House is a highly emotive exploration of family, the tests our relationship bonds may undertake, and mental health – in particular in the context of male mental health – a topic which needs increased visibility and conversations and which is clearly very close to the writer’s heart. Although you may not automatically be aware of that connection until reading the acknowledgements, the raw emotion and empathy are very evident in the writing.

I didn’t expect the dual timeline, as in the other Isabelle Broom novels I‘ve read (3 in total) were always set in the present.

It was a fascinating read with thought provoking topics. The characters are interesting and the location was just marvellous.

I can recommend it to all who like a complex yet very intriguing read, set in a gorgeous location. However it is not the usual easy going escapist fiction that I first expected.

Wow, this is the perfect summer read! I loved every page of it and am only sad that I have finished this wondrous read. For this latest book by Broom we are immersed in the world of Mallorca. Broom really has a talent for bringing places to life and I always feel like I have travelled to these wondrous locations with the characters. Mallorca was a joy to read about and the Orange House sounds like the perfect house to stay in!
Back to the plot and Broom has written a family oriented, heartfelt read. There are so many different emotions throughout this and Broom has crafted them expertly and sensitively. Without giving spoilers, there are some hard hitting subjects covered in this book and Broom has written them very well and they only added to the emotion and beauty of the plot. The plot for this is quite simple but when it is crafted this well, that does not matter and I never wanted this book to end.
Broom's characters are wonderful and I loved getting to know Violet and Henry and their backstory. I really took these characters and their family and friends into my heart and cared about them and what was happening to them. As I read this I felt like I had known them for a long time.
Everything about 'The Orange House' is just perfection, this really is the ultimate summer read.
Thank you to NetGalley and Hodder & Stoughton for an advance copy.

I did enjoy this book. I struggled a bit with the dual timelines. But the more I got into it I was fine. Such an emotional read. I do now want to book a holiday to Mallorca 😂

"The Orange House" is a compelling exploration of men's mental health that captivates readers from start to finish. While not always easy to digest, its gripping narrative draws you in, making it difficult to set aside. The story's ability to delve into the complexities of mental health while keeping readers engaged makes it a truly unforgettable read.

20 summers… Juggling family responsibilities alongside separation. Mental health and the challenges of parenthood.

Mallorca boasts an average of 300 sunny days a year, while England only managed a paltry 59 - definitely wanting to relocate!

Perfect read for those who enjoy:
- Summer stories
- Dual timelines
- Thought provoking fiction

A really great read.
A sensitive novel about a family dealing with mental health and the extra dynamic this brings to life and relationships.
A wonderful portrayal of the insecurities and hidden thoughts of two young lovers with moments that just make you smile. A journey of love and struggles. Thoroughly enjoyed my trip to Mallorca!

I found this quite a challenging read, I think mostly because it focuses more on the issues between Violet and Henry than the strengths that must have existed within their marriage. I know firsthand the pressures of parenthood when it becomes more about being a carer so I totally get the issues they faced to an extent but along the way it felt difficult to see any positives between them based on the chapters reflecting back on their lives never-mind in the current day when they are estranged. That said it’s a very good representation of raising a child with different needs and about male mental health and Luke was an exceptional character. If you’re expecting a lighthearted summer romance than this book isn’t for you but if you’re willing to read a book that gets to the core of a marriage which is set in a stunning location and has very strong characters then this is definitely worth the time.

Wow. Read mainly on a plane and I did not want to land!!!!!!What a gripping story. Told by going back and forward in time which was clever. There is so much I want to say but will spoil. Set mainly on a beautiful Greek island . Eliza was a stand out character which you will realise as you read it. Being a parent is hard and trying to be a great wife or husband at the same time is a juggling act. Violet and Henry are selling their dream house and it is the story of how they find them selves in the position they are. . Just read it. A perfect summer love story with some great twists and some sadness and a perfect ending.

It’s taken me a while to write a review for this book. It wasn’t the easiest of reads, I did have to persevere. It just made me feel uncomfortable. I’m sure that every mother can see herself somewhere in this story. Read it and let me know what you think?

Violet and Henry are on the brink of divorce due to the challenging behaviour of their son, Luke. Told over twenty summers their love story is told. Interesting read about male mental health too. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me review this book.

I started reading this book whilst staying in a townhouse in Pollensa, not far from The Orange House in the book! One of the reasons that I enjoyed reading this is that , knowing Pollensa very well, after visiting for 20 years, the book was true to the village.
The characters were complex and the subject matter difficult at times but even so I thought that the book was written sympathetically and thoughtfully.
Would I have enjoyed the book as much as I did if I hadn’t had such a love of the area I’m not sure but all I can say that I thoroughly enjoyed my trip down memory lane to my ‘second home’.

Escape to Mallorca and The Orange House with Isabelle Broom’s new novel. This books feels like a departure from her usual style, it covers male mental health and I found it to be an utterly compelling novel. It’s thought provoking and will stay with you long after you have turned the last page. There are some very likeable characters and you do feel as if you’ve been transported to the Mallorcan sunshine. Thank you to NetGalley, Hodder & Stoughton and the author for the chance to review.

I'm at a loss as to how to review this book. It is very well written but I felt lost in the to=ing and fro-ing of the timeline. I never quite knew where it was going next. Nothing was straightforward, though it was easy to suppose that Luke was mildly autistic from the beginning. Why didnt anyone else realise? It's a tale of immense ups and downs, unhappiness, misunderstandings and more. Whilst I am aware of the cleverness of the writing, the descriptions of emotions etc, I did not find it a happy book to read. However, thanks to NetGalley for a chance to read the book and review it.

An utterly enchanting and emotional novel about love and romance. The author manages to infuse a thoroughly evocative atmosphere into a page-turner plot The overall feeling from reading this book is like being enveloped in a warm hug from that special someone in your life.