Watercolours in the Rain

JESS: Six years ago Jess's relationship with Tal n Hansen was torn apart by one night of deception. He disappeared from Lynbrook village and she headed for university vowing never to let anyone break her heart again. Currently teaching in Oxford, Jess returns from holiday to an unexpected phone call and life changing news which eventually sees her returning home.

TAL N: Six years on Tal n Hawkeswood, as he is now known, is heir to his grandfather's Norfolk farming empire. When he hears of trouble in the village due to Lynbrook Hall being put up for sale, going back is the last thing on his mind. But staying away is not an option either, not when someone he owes so much to is about to lose their home and their livelihood.

LILY: Splitting with her husband after her son Josh's birth, Lily now works as part of an estate agency sales team. She has always held onto her dream of finding a wealthy husband and a life of self-indulgence. When the sale of an important property brings her face to face with Tal n, she realises despite the risks involved, the night they spent together six years ago could be the key to making those dreams come true.As Jess, Tal n and Lily return to Lynbrook and the truth about what happened that summer is gradually revealed, Tal n finds himself in an impossible situation. Still in love with Jess he is tied into a trade off with Lily: his name and the lifestyle she craves in exchange for his son. And when a child is involved there is only one choice he can make...