The daughter of a celebrated illustrator, Lorna Larkham has spent years trying to live up to her mother’s talent – but after a disappointing time at art school and a disastrous foray into the art world, she has come to the conclusion she just doesn’t have the creative spark.But when a dying friend urges her to live without fear, Lorna forces herself to take one last leap of faith: moving back to the countryside and buying the little art gallery she remembers so fondly from her childhood.The gallery, however, is struggling and Lorna can’t think how to save it. Until she meets Joyce Rothery, a famous local artist who hasn't painted for years but who’s still brimming with ideas; if anyone can break through the elderly woman's tough exterior, that is.Then Joyce has to put her fiercely guarded independence aside and turn to Lorna for help herself. When other friends – and an old flame – fighting battles of their own also appear on Lorna's doorstep, she starts to realise that bravery, and creativity, come in many forms. As she and Joyce unleash some artistic magic on the residents of Longhampton, can Lorna face her fears . . . and create the life she's always wanted?An inspiring, life-enhancing novel that will make you see your life afresh . . . Perfect for fans of Lucy Diamond, Jojo Moyes and Veronica Henry.