Blog Tour - Sunshine After the Rain

 


Review - 4 out of 5 stars:


I’ve been enjoying Jessica Redland’s books for many years now, so I was thrilled to get the opportunity to review Sunshine After the Rain, the latest in her Escape to the Lakes series.


This book follows Melanie when she returns to Lake District seven years after a tragic event. In spite of the serious nature of some of the topics covered in this book (see the trigger warnings after the spoiler line if you want to know more), the story is uplifting.


As usual with a Jessica Redland book, I felt involved with the characters right away, especially Mel. It’s totally understandable how she reacted in the past, and it was very rewarding watching her choose to facilitate her healing as best she could.


I can’t really say much more without spoilers, but the ending was perfect and comforting.


Overall, this was an emotional, but ultimately uplifting story. I definitely recommend it, but save it for later if you’re feeling very emotionally fragile.


I was given a copy of this book, my opinions are my own.


~~~~Spoilers below this line~~~~


TW: on page death of parent. Prior to story death of child



Blurb:


Melanie knows she’s been running away…


For the last seven years Mel has been hiding; from life, from her friends and from those who love her the most - her family. But being at home in her beloved Lake District has been far too painful for Mel to contemplate. Because seven years ago, Mel lost everything and she’s never been able to banish the dark clouds that follow her.


But maybe there really is no place like home?


When Mel returns to Willowdale for a family event, she has no intention of staying. But surrounded by her family she begins to realise just how much she's been missing and also, how much healing she still needs to do.


Starting a dream job at Willowdale Hall, going on walks with Emma and her funny alpacas and reconnecting with those she loves, Mel slowly begins to see chinks of light and a more hopeful and happier future ahead.


And as Mel begins to feel stronger, she also feels brave enough to face the most painful part of leaving home…the one man she has always loved. With his help, can she finally banish the dark clouds forever and see the sunshine after the rain?


Purchase Link:


https://mybook.to/SunshineAfterRain



Author Bio:


Jessica Redland is the million-copy bestselling author of novels, including the Hedgehog Hollow and Escape to the Lakes series. Inspired by her hometown of Scarborough and the Lake District, she writes uplifting women’s fiction of love, friendship and community.


Social Media Links:


Facebook: @jessicaredlandauthor


Twitter: @JessicaRedland


Instagram: @jessicaredlandauthor


Newsletter Sign Up: https://bit.ly/JessicaRedlandNews


Bookbub profile: @jessicaredlandwriter


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  1. Jessica Redland18 May 2025 at 14:04

    Thanks for joining the blog tour for Sunshine After the Rain and for sharing your thoughts. Glad you enjoyed Mel's emotional story

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