The Saturday Place

Open for food, friendship and finding your way -- the BRAND NEW tender and uplifting novel

Alice Peterson author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Bedford Square Publishers

Published:14th Mar '24

Should be back in stock very soon

The Saturday Place cover

Three strangers, each facing personal struggles, unexpectedly connect at a café. Through their shared experiences, they rediscover hope, friendship, and love, transforming their lives in ways they never anticipated.

"The Saturday Place" tells the heartwarming story of three strangers who unexpectedly cross paths and help each other rediscover love and self-worth. Holly, grappling with the loneliness following her husband's death, seeks a way to reclaim her life. In a surprising turn of events, she finds herself interviewing for a volunteer cooking position, where she meets Angus, a scruffy man with a troubled past. Angus is at a low point, having lost the respect of his family and struggling with his own self-esteem. Their encounter ignites a spark of hope in him, setting the stage for an unexpected friendship.

Meanwhile, Lauren arrives in London with nothing but an old train ticket and a teddy bear. Coming from a homeless shelter, she is fearful and unsure of her place in the world. Initially intimidated by Holly and Angus, Lauren's journey toward understanding love and friendship begins as she finds herself drawn to the warmth of the Saturday cafe. Together, the trio forms a bond that helps each of them confront their personal struggles and insecurities.

As their lives intertwine, they discover that sometimes, the most profound connections can arise from the most unlikely circumstances. "The Saturday Place" is a tender exploration of hope, friendship, and the transformative power of community, reminding readers that love can flourish in unexpected ways. Through their shared experiences, Holly, Angus, and Lauren learn that they are not alone and that together, they can navigate the challenges life throws their way.

'A tender story of hope, friendship and the power of community in overcoming life's biggest challenges.'

-- Emily Houghton

'The Saturday Place is a warm, wise, really special book, about the power of accepting life in all its messiness and finding joy where you can. I absolutely loved it'

-- Katy Regan

‘Uplifting, heartwarming and mouth-watering, The Saturday Place is the kind of book we all need now. A tale of friendship and food, it’s bursting with optimism and love. Charming.’

-- Veronica Henry

'Packed full of tenderness and heart, I was hooked by this beautifully crafted story about love in all its forms and finding hope when you have all but given up.'

-- Nicola Gill * Swimming For Beginne

ISBN: 9781915798527

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

288 pages