Phaedra Patrick
Phaedra Patrick is the bestselling author of several novels, including The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper, which has been translated into twenty-five languages worldwide. Her second novel, Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, was made into a Hallmark movie. An award-winning short story writer, she previously studied art and marketing and has worked as a stained glass artist, film festival organizer and communications manager. Phaedra lives in Saddleworth, UK, with her family.
All Books By Phaedra Patrick
Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone
- By: Phaedra Patrick
- Narrator: James Langton
- Length: 8 hours 57 minutes
- Publisher: Harlequin Audio
- Publish date: May 16, 2017
- Language: English
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3.74(4341 ratings)
Soon to be a Hallmark Original Movie!
“A perfect read for lovers of Antoine Laurain’s The Red Notebook, Gabrielle Zevin’s The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry, and Fredrik Backman’s A Man Called Ove.” —Library Journal, starred review
“Phaedra Patrick understands the soul.” –Nina George, New York Times bestselling author of The Little Paris Bookshop
A delightful gem of a novel about family, forgiveness and finding your way from the bestselling author of The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
Benedict Stone has settled into a complacent and predictable routine. Business at his jewelry shop has dried up; his marriage is on the rocks. His life is in desperate need of a jump start–and then a surprise arrives at his door in the form of his audacious teenage niece, Gemma. Reckless and stubborn, she invites herself into Benedict’s world and turns his orderly life upside down. But she might just be exactly what he needs to get his life back on track.
Filled with colorful characters and irresistible charm, Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone is a luminous reminder of the unbreakable bonds of family, and shows that having someone to embrace life with is always better than standing on your own.
Look for Phaedra Patrick’s newest perfectly charming read, The Secrets of Love Story Bridge.
... Read moreThe Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
- By: Phaedra Patrick
- Narrator: James Langton
- Length: 8 hours 58 minutes
- Publisher: Harlequin Audio
- Publish date: May 03, 2016
- Language: English
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3.92(35958 ratings)
From the author of Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, soon to be a an original movie on Hallmark.
“An endearing celebration of life.” -RealSimple.com
Perfect for fans of A Man Called Ove, this curiously charming debut follows a lovable widower and his life-changing adventure of love and self-discovery.
Sixty-nine-year-old Arthur Pepper lives a simple life. He gets out of bed at precisely 7:30 a.m., just as he did when his wife, Miriam, was alive. He dresses in the same gray slacks and mustard sweater vest, waters his fern, Frederica, and heads out to his garden.
But on the one-year anniversary of Miriam’s death, something changes. Sorting through Miriam’s possessions, Arthur finds an exquisite gold charm bracelet he’s never seen before. What follows is a surprising and unforgettable odyssey that takes Arthur from London to Paris and as far as India in an epic quest to find out the truth about his wife’s secret life before they met–a journey that leads him to find hope and healing in the most unexpected places.
Featuring an unforgettable cast of characters with big hearts and irresistible flaws, The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper is a joyous reminder of life’s infinite possibilities.
Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick.
Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone
The Library of Lost and Found
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
Book People
The Library of Lost and Found
- By: Phaedra Patrick
- Narrator: Imogen Church
- Length: 10 hours 28 minutes
- Publisher: Harlequin Audio
- Publish date: March 26, 2019
- Language: English
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3.73(18475 ratings)
From the author of Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, now an original movie on Hallmark.
“Sweet and resonant.” —People, “Best New Books” Pick
A librarian’s discovery of a mysterious book sparks the journey of a lifetime.
Librarian Martha Storm has always found it easier to connect with books than people–though not for lack of trying. She keeps careful lists of how to help others in her superhero-themed notebook. And yet, sometimes it feels like she’s invisible.
All of that changes when a book of fairy tales arrives on her doorstep. Inside, Martha finds a dedication written to her by her best friend–her grandmother Zelda–who died under mysterious circumstances years earlier. When Martha discovers a clue within the book that her grandmother may still be alive, she becomes determined to discover the truth. As she delves deeper into Zelda’s past, she unwittingly reveals a family secret that will change her life forever.
Filled with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and vivid characters, The Library of Lost and Found is a heartwarming and poignant tale of how one woman must take control of her destiny to write her own happy ending.
Don’t miss Phaedra Patrick’s winning new novel, The Messy Lives of Book People!
Look for Phaedra Patrick’s other charming bestsellers!
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
The Messy Lives of Book People
- By: Phaedra Patrick
- Narrator: Katy Sobey
- Length: 9 hours 51 minutes
- Publisher: Harlequin Audio
- Publish date: May 31, 2022
- Language: English
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3.7(11440 ratings)
The house cleaner of a famous author must carry out her employer’s shocking last wish in this delightful new novel from beloved author Phaedra Patrick
Mother of two Liv Green barely scrapes by as a maid to make ends meet, often finding escape in a good book while daydreaming of becoming a writer herself. So she can’t believe her luck when she lands a job housekeeping for her personal hero, megabestselling author Essie Starling, a mysterious and intimidating recluse. The last thing Liv expected was to be the only person Essie talks to, which leads to a tenuous friendship.
When Essie passes away suddenly, Liv is astonished to learn that her dying wish was for Liv to complete her final novel. But to do so Liv will have to step into Essie’s shoes. As Liv begins to write, she uncovers secrets from the past that reveal a surprising connection between the two women–one that will change Liv’s own story forever…
Look for Phaedra Patrick’s previous charming bestsellers!
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone
The Library of Lost and Found
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge
- By: Phaedra Patrick
- Narrator: Matthew Lloyd Davies
- Length: 8 hours 2 minutes
- Publisher: Harlequin Audio
- Publish date: April 28, 2020
- Language: English
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3.62(1999 ratings)
From the author of Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, soon to be a an original movie on Hallmark.
“Patrick blends romance, mystery, and quirkiness to highly entertaining effect.” —Booklist
“A wonderfully hope-filled story.” –Sarah Haywood, New York Times bestselling author of The Cactus
A single father gets an unexpected second chance at love.
It’s summer in the city and passions are soaring along with the temperature–for everyone but Mitchell Fisher, who hates all things romance. He relishes his job cutting off the padlocks that couples fasten to the famous “love story” bridge. Only his young daughter, Poppy, knows that behind his prickly veneer, Mitchell still grieves the loss of her mother.
Then one hot day, everything changes when Mitchell courageously rescues a woman who falls from the bridge into the river. He’s surprised to feel an unexpected connection to her, but she disappears before he can ask her name. Desperate to find out her identity, Mitchell is shocked to learn she’s been missing for almost a year. He teams up with her spirited sister, Liza, on a quest to find her again. However, she’s left only one clue behind–a message on the padlock she hung on the bridge.
Brimming with Phaedra Patrick’s signature charm and a sparkling cast of characters, The Secrets of Love Story Bridge follows one man’s journey to unlock his heart and discover new beginnings in the unlikeliest places.
Check out these other heartwarming stories from Phaedra Patrick.
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper
Rise and Shine, Benedict Stone
The Library of Lost and Found
Book People