New Beginnings and An Unusual Friendship

Book excerpt: New Beginnings Sir John Devereaux (formerly John Bellows) starts his highly successful business JD Travel while still at university. He impresses his clients with his in-depth knowledge. At a Downing Street Reception, he is invited to dinner and receives an astonishing request to Chair a highly contentious meeting. Things go wrong. There is a prison sentence pending. Visiting South Africa on Business John meets two women – they will both play a significant part in his life and his future happiness. An Unusual Friendship At the Annual Garden Party in the National Trust garden Sara – quite recently widowed meets the glamourous newcomer, Isabella, who has bought and is renovating a beautiful house on the outskirts of the Town. Quite soon, Westingham becomes divided into distinct groups. Gossip thrives. To the surprise of Sara’s friends, the women spend time together. Meeting the cousins Max and Mikail provide Sara with excitement and unexpected challenges.