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The Landlord of Hummingbird House: First Impressions and Second Chances (The Hummingbird House Series) Paperback – August 26, 2021

by Jane Harvey (Author)
4.2 out of 5 stars 1,210 ratings
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Book 1 of 4 in the heartwarming Hummingbird House series.

April needs somewhere to live - and peace and quiet to heal her wounds. The tenants of Hummingbird House have other ideas.

When April moves into Hummingbird House, she is intrigued by her mysterious landlord, Dai.

With a bruised heart and a distinct lack of furniture, she spends the summer getting to know the other occupants. As she smartens up her home and makes peace with her recent past, she befriends Paul, a solitary ex-chef, and Betty, an elderly lady who lives in the basement flat.

But Hummingbird House holds many secrets, and the relationships of the tenants are not as straightforward as they seem. April learns some shocking truths one eventful night and realises that victims and villains can look the same.

The Landlord of Hummingbird House explores unlikely friendships, unexpected love interests, and family relationships. Here, everyone is in need of a second chance - and appearances can be deceptive.

Winner: Eyelands International Book Awards, Published Novel (2021).

"An honest and heartfelt novel of personal connection, layer by layer. Jane Harvey’s The Landlord of Hummingbird House is cosy and warm while addressing real discomforts, regrets, and traumas. From heartbreakingly empathetic characters to descriptive settings, this novel will tingle your senses and stir up your sympathy." Independent Book Review
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  1. Book 1 of 4
    The Hummingbird House Series
  2. Print length
    216 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publication date
    August 26, 2021
  5. Dimensions
    5 x 0.54 x 8 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    191960233X
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1919602332
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dreena Collins (August 26, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 216 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 191960233X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1919602332
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 0.54 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 out of 5 stars 1,210 ratings

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“Harvey’s writing is descriptive as opposed to prescriptive, capturing people in all their simplicity and depth without being moralising...” Independent Book Review.

Jane Harvey is a pen name. ‘Jane’ crafts fun fiction for the thinking woman, where she enjoys exploring unexpected friendships and writing happy endings. In 'real life', her (prize-winning) fiction is a little bleaker.

She was born and raised on the beautiful island of Jersey, CI, and lives with two males and a dog.

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Customers find the book engaging and charming, describing it as a delightful read.

"...I will admit, the title of this cozy novel drew me in, and the work is quintessentially English: a “named” building separated into flats, and the..." Read more

"An interesting read with few surprises . Simple and predictable. A nice change from the psychological thrillers I've been reading lately." Read more

"This was a fun book to read. I could not wait to get back to it. It did leave me with some unresolved questions! Maybe a hook to follow the series!..." Read more

"...It was a delightful read and like all well-written, good fiction it carried me away to another place filled with interesting rounded-out characters..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the length of the book, finding it a pleasant short story that keeps readers engaged. One customer notes it's a nice change from psychological thrillers, while another appreciates its excellent psychological study of human nature.

"Strong characters with interesting backgrounds. Great flow to the story. Made me stay up late to read! Cannot wait to start the second book!" Read more

"...Simple and predictable. A nice change from the psychological thrillers I've been reading lately." Read more

"This was such a lovely story and an easy read. Quite a unique cast of characters, I loved it! On to Book 2. ❤" Read more

"Jane Harvey writes an excellent psychological study of human nature and personalities while twisting it all into an intriguing, cozy mystery...." Read more

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"Strong characters with interesting backgrounds. Great flow to the story. Made me stay up late to read! Cannot wait to start the second book!" Read more

"This was such a lovely story and an easy read. Quite a unique cast of characters, I loved it! On to Book 2. ❤" Read more

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Customers find the book easy to read and charming in its simplicity.

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"This was such a lovely story and an easy read. Quite a unique cast of characters, I loved it! On to Book 2. ❤" Read more

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  • Jay Veloso Batista
    5.0 out of 5 stars Heart-warming tale of wrong conclusions and second chances!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2021
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    Great book! Highly recommended!

    Jump to the wrong conclusion based on first impressions? Let your past control your life? Despite a “tell all” social-media society, hide your deepest feelings and struggle to connect? If this sounds familiar, you will find this novel an engaging and delightful exploration of people seeking and finding connections in our modern world.

    I will admit, the title of this cozy novel drew me in, and the work is quintessentially English: a “named” building separated into flats, and the use of UK colloquialisms such as “serviettes,” a “basket for pin money,” “A-levels,” calling guys “blokes,” and the popular entreaty to stop by for a “cuppa,” all connect the reader with its characters’ contemporary British lifestyle. The core of the story explores people thrust into a shared space, each with a hidden past and personal difficulties to overcome. The main protagonist April, emotionally scarred and seeking, jumps to conclusions about other tenants, and the novel follows her as she lets her heart heal and opens her eyes to her own misunderstandings. The theme of the book is captured by this quote: “There are always second chances in love, passion and beauty.”

    Harvey has a knack for a descriptive turn of phrase with a bit of Romance: “She was a kaleidoscopic talker: colourful, fast, almost unbelievable in her tales;” “English Literature degree has given you rather unrealistic ideas of modern men” and “…storming up and down staircases and looking beautiful with a heart full of angst.”

    Only Hummingbirds mate for life… this book makes you believe! Harvey has crafted wonderful contemporary women’s fiction, well worth reading and highly recommended.
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  • AnnArborshopper
    4.0 out of 5 stars Easy entertaining summer read!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2023
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    Character range and development held interest… nothing to cringe about….held interest to the end…
    The title Hummingbird House and the illustration attracted me to read this uplifting tale!
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  • Machelle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely a great summer read
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2024
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    Strong characters with interesting backgrounds. Great flow to the story. Made me stay up late to read! Cannot wait to start the second book!
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  • PK
    3.0 out of 5 stars Nice and easy
    Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2022
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    An interesting read with few surprises . Simple and predictable. A nice change from the psychological thrillers I've been reading lately.
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  • Wanda Cooper
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Read
    Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2021
    Lives intersect and intertwine at The Hummingbird House. An enjoyable story that shows the tenants in real life situations that can either cripple or give a reason to overcome. I have read/reviewed for this author before and received an advanced copy of this work. I liked the book for its straight forward look into the lives of ordinary people all thrown together by necessity.
    -To The Author- I find your Fictional work just as appealing as your others.
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  • SuzyQ
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hummingbird House
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2024
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    This was such a lovely story and an easy read. Quite a unique cast of characters, I loved it! On to Book 2. ❤
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  • Sonia Binning
    5.0 out of 5 stars easy and fun read
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2024
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    This was a fun book to read. I could not wait to get back to it. It did leave me with some unresolved questions! Maybe a hook to follow the series! I recommend this book if looking for a light and engaging read.
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  • Zoe J
    5.0 out of 5 stars Do you trust your first impressions?
    Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2023
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    Jane Harvey writes an excellent psychological study of human nature and personalities while twisting it all into an intriguing, cozy mystery. Page after page, our author introduces the reader to the unusual neighbors who share flats in Hummingbird House, leaving us guessing what happened in each tenant's past. First impressions may not always be the best ones. Five stars plus in my opinion.
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  • Angela
    5.0 out of 5 stars A well-written and thoughtful book.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 14, 2022
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    If you feel in need of a pick-me-up then read this book. It’s like having a chat with a good friend or relaxing retreat away from the demands of the daily grind. It soothes and restores with vivid descriptions and quirky, likeable characters who are all starting over in some way or another. I loved the domesticity detail, the descriptions of Hummingbird House and the underlying thread that drives the plot - what's the deal with the moody, good looking landlord? A well-written and thoughtful book. Highly recommend!
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  • Martin Sand
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good characters and story
    Reviewed in Germany on March 17, 2023
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    The "Landlord of Hummingbird House" seems to be your typical romcom. But then instead of picking up speed and sliding into the well known patterns of romance novels the story concentrades on the coulorful bunch of likable characters. I really enjoyed the depth of this story. Thank you!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A really great story.
    Reviewed in Australia on March 2, 2024
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    Very interesting stories of all the renters in this big old house,. Excellent characters and well written. Nice and easy read too.l
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  • joanne paulson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Agonies, joys . . . and surprises
    Reviewed in Canada on May 28, 2022
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    I did not see most of this coming.
    This completely charming novel manages to cleverly mix the agonies and joys of life with very everyday activities. Sipping tea with your boarding house mates. Bumping into people on the stairwell. Chatting with one's sister, playing with one's niece, picking up some veg from the neighbour.
    Amid all of these moments, everyone is hurting — one denizen of Hummingbird House in particular.
    As the story builds to its dramatic climax, the reader realizes how deftly the author has seeded the pages with gentle clues. And how much one really cares about how all of this turns out.
    There is a love story, in the traditional sense, although who is involved may surprise you; but there are many love stories tucked inside these pages, touching and real.
    And "who" is the landlord of Hummingbird House?
    Wouldn't you like to know.
    What a lovely read.
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  • Truth Teller
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story.
    Reviewed in Canada on October 11, 2021
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    Loved this book! Very realistic and heartwarming with some unexpected little surprises. It was my end of the day book to read because it was always something to look forward to before bed - Except on this rainy Sunday afternoon, I picked it up and couldn't put it down until I finished. :-)

    Lovely.

    I'll definitely read more of Jane Harvey when it comes out.
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