The Battle of the Bookshops A Novel

"A seaside-village, second-chance romance that tugs all the right heartstrings. I couldn't wait to see how our modern-day Romeo and Juliet would quiet their feuding families and find their happy ending." - Sue Moorcroft, bestselling author

"This book has all the magical qualities of a perfect small-town bookish romance, with a witchy and Shakespearian vibe that sharpens up a cosy, clever and compelling read you'll want to curl up with and lose yourself in." - Harper Ford, author of Hot Not Bothered

"Delightful bookstore details, a family mystery that revolves around a witch trial, and a dash of enemies-to-lovers romance make for a breezy read." - Library Journal

"A heartwarming romance about family, friendship, love and rivalry set in competing seaside bookshops - the perfect summer read." - Ella Allbright, author of The Last Charm

"Prepare for a charming battle of hearts and books in Alexander's latest (after Storybook Ending, 2024), a contemporary reimagining of Romeo and Juliet... Readers who are fans of Sally Blakely will enjoy this sweet romance."

"Alexander... could very well ignite a desire to travel to England and visit the Devon coast. But the next best thing is certainly to take a staycation and read all about it. And thanks to Poppy Alexander's delightful descriptions and captivating characters, we can do just that." - Bookreporter.com