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The Second Chance Book Club: The feel-good new novel of life, love and friendship from the author of FOUND IN A BOOKSHOP and LOST FOR WORDS Paperback – July 29, 2025

by Stephanie Butland (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 448 ratings
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The unforgettable and poignant new novel from the author of Found in a Bookshop and Lost for Words

'A beautiful writer . . . such attentive compassion and warmth . . . I so enjoyed the twists and turns of the plot' Carys Bray

September was adopted when she was fifteen months old. She knows nothing about her early life, but she grew up safe and loved. Now, though, it's just September and her feckless boyfriend Shaun. And she's at her wits' end. There's never enough money, and she has nothing to look forward to.

Then a letter comes. September has inherited a house - and Shaun can see endless opportunities if she sells it. But, almost as soon as she sets foot in the garden, September knows she cannot let this home go. And she longs to find out more about the mysterious Lucia who left it to her.

When the members of Lucia's book club arrive, for the first time September hears stories of her mother, of the aunt who adored her, and of the secrets that broke the family apart. And she begins to make new friends.

September feels safe here. But money alone can't bring contentment. September is at the start of a journey full of surprises, shocks - and opportunities, if she's brave enough . . .

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'An absolute delight of a book' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'A fascinating and illuminating book' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'A vast array of brilliant characters . . . a truly touching storyline' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'A beautiful story beautifully told . . . The characters come to life and stay in your heart' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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  1. Print length
    336 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Headline
  4. Publication date
    July 29, 2025
  5. Dimensions
    5.04 x 1.26 x 7.64 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1035416050
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1035416059
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A beautiful writer, she always writes with such attentive compassion and warmth . . . I so enjoyed the twists and turns of the plot as the story revealed itself―Carys Bray

I've just read with enormous pleasure. It's a story for anyone who loves books (or loves humans). And it's a story for anyone who's needed their own second chance―Shelley Harris

With a charming protagonist, this delightful, well-observed story will captivate readers until the very last page―Candis

A fantastic feel-good read―Living North

About the Author

Stephanie Butland is the author of eight novels, including the beloved bookshop tale Lost For Words.

Stephanie lives near the sea in the north-east of England, with her husband Alan and Harris the greyhound. She writes in a studio at the bottom of her garden. For fun, she reads, knits, bakes, walks, and goes to the cinema and theatre. Stephanie loves to talk books and meet readers, and is an occasional performance poet.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Headline
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 29, 2025
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1035416050
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1035416059
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.04 x 1.26 x 7.64 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 448 ratings

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Stephanie Butland is the author of many novels, including beloved bookshop tale 'Lost For Words'.

Stephanie lives in Northumberland, close to the place where she grew up. She writes in a studio at the bottom of her garden, and loves being close to the sea. She's thriving after cancer.

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  • Reed Read
    5.0 out of 5 stars Such a good book.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2025
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    The number of books I just can't put down seems to be dwindling - to be honest I start way more than I finish. But I finished this one!!! And then I was sad, because all of those delightful people who had entered my life were gone - but they are safely stored in my Kindle for future re-uniting. Truly this was such a good book, well written, with a well-tended plot filled with loveable characters - except for a few but you need contrast to tell a successful story. Thank you Ms. Butland I plan to read more of your works
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  • Eileen
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bittersweet story
    Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2025
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    You just never know about someone until n you look a little closer. Lucia Dawson had a small and content life. She just wish she knew where her niece and her baby were these days. She waited. You learn of her past and her decisions. Then you see the POV from September, Lucia's great-niece, and see her journey on how she found her birth family. Emotional and heartbreaking but Written well.
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  • Intuitive Coach
    5.0 out of 5 stars lovely book!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2025
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    I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The characters were engaging and believable, I became involved in the world that Stephanie Butland created and I will have a look at her other books for sure.
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  • margaret l.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book
    Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2025
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    Lovely story , was so happy that William was Billy. Practically giving it away for 99¢. Do yourself a favor and read!
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  • Keato
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2025
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    The perfect antidote for anything that ails you. Filled with generosity, insight, second chances, and love, this book is a treasure. The numerous recommendations of books to be lost in is an extra surprise.
    7 people found this helpful
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  • N. E. Williams
    3.0 out of 5 stars a pleasant easy read
    Reviewed in Canada on May 27, 2025
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    its a nice pleasant read with some life lessons embedded in it.
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  • Mrs. R. M. Sands
    5.0 out of 5 stars The second hand book club
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 22, 2025
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    Loved this book and couldn’t put it down . Great story
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  • Emme
    5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 28, 2025
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    A beautiful story beautifully told. This is so readable, the characters come to life and stay in your heart.
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