Somewhere Only We Know
The perfect uplifting, escapist new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author!
Published on 9. April 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
384 pages
978-1-3987-1394-9 (ISBN)
Description
'Tender and emotional, just absolutely beautiful' JOSIE SILVER
'Heartbreaking and hopeful' SARAH MORGAN
She thought their love story was over.
The world had other plans...
When Magnolia Jones finds her daughter's travel journal, she can think of no better way to honour her life than setting off on the gap year trip that twenty-three-year-old Bronte had dreamed of taking.
It was meant to be Bronte's adventure, but perhaps following her daughter's footsteps around the world is exactly what Magnolia needs to piece her broken heart back together and begin to heal.
As her travels take her further away from home, memories of a long-ago summer come flooding back. Magnolia barely recognises that girl she used to be - the dreams she had, the freedom ahead, the midnight kisses on the beach with curly-haired, brown eyed Jackson.
Maybe, just maybe, in this magical place that is somewhere only they know, Magnolia is about to discover that her journey isn't over - it's just about to begin...
More praise for Somewhere Only We Know:
'Life-affirming and full of love and hope. A book you won't want to put down, I devoured it greedily' SANTA MONTEFIORE
'A heart-breaking yet hugely uplifting novel about finding yourself after loss' EMILY STONE
'An injection of pure of happiness and escapism!' KIRSTY GREENWOOD
'An emotional journey which will have you reaching for tissues and your passport, this book is a beautiful exploration of grief and hope. The perfect cocktail of heartbreak, nostalgia and romance in an idyllic setting' VERONICA HENRY
'Poignant and inspiring, Somewhere Only We Know broke my heart and then healed it. Absolutely stunning!' KIM NASH
'Maggie was the perfect protagonist to travel the world with' CESCA MAJOR
'Emotional and evocative, the perfect escapist read. I loved it' ALEX BROWN
'A wonderfully different and uplifting novel - thoroughly enjoyable' KATIE FFORDE
'A gorgeous story that swept me away. I loved it!' SOPHIE COUSENS
'A journey of rediscovery and romantic adventure. Tender, touching and terrific!' SUZAN HOLDER
'Heartbreaking and hopeful' SARAH MORGAN
She thought their love story was over.
The world had other plans...
When Magnolia Jones finds her daughter's travel journal, she can think of no better way to honour her life than setting off on the gap year trip that twenty-three-year-old Bronte had dreamed of taking.
It was meant to be Bronte's adventure, but perhaps following her daughter's footsteps around the world is exactly what Magnolia needs to piece her broken heart back together and begin to heal.
As her travels take her further away from home, memories of a long-ago summer come flooding back. Magnolia barely recognises that girl she used to be - the dreams she had, the freedom ahead, the midnight kisses on the beach with curly-haired, brown eyed Jackson.
Maybe, just maybe, in this magical place that is somewhere only they know, Magnolia is about to discover that her journey isn't over - it's just about to begin...
More praise for Somewhere Only We Know:
'Life-affirming and full of love and hope. A book you won't want to put down, I devoured it greedily' SANTA MONTEFIORE
'A heart-breaking yet hugely uplifting novel about finding yourself after loss' EMILY STONE
'An injection of pure of happiness and escapism!' KIRSTY GREENWOOD
'An emotional journey which will have you reaching for tissues and your passport, this book is a beautiful exploration of grief and hope. The perfect cocktail of heartbreak, nostalgia and romance in an idyllic setting' VERONICA HENRY
'Poignant and inspiring, Somewhere Only We Know broke my heart and then healed it. Absolutely stunning!' KIM NASH
'Maggie was the perfect protagonist to travel the world with' CESCA MAJOR
'Emotional and evocative, the perfect escapist read. I loved it' ALEX BROWN
'A wonderfully different and uplifting novel - thoroughly enjoyable' KATIE FFORDE
'A gorgeous story that swept me away. I loved it!' SOPHIE COUSENS
'A journey of rediscovery and romantic adventure. Tender, touching and terrific!' SUZAN HOLDER
Reviews / Votes
Brimming with emotion * PRIMA * Bittersweet in parts and heartbreaking in others, this well drawn and descriptive story explores grief, resilience and hope for the future * CANDIS * Lovely, heartwarming * BELLA * A beautiful tale of love, loss and new beginnings * THE SUN * The perfect uplifting read * FABULOUS * A lovely, heartwarming read * HEAT * Heartwarming * CLOSER * Heartbreaking but uplifting, an emotional journey * PLATINUM * Filled with true to life, heartbreaking drama - uplifting and beautifully told * MY WEEKLY *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Orion Publishing Co
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 197 mm
Width: 129 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
270 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-3987-1394-9 (9781398713949)
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Cathy Bramley
Somewhere Only We Know
The perfect uplifting, escapist new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author!
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07/2025
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Cathy Bramley is the Sunday Times bestselling author of eighteen novels and has sold almost two million copies worldwide. She has been a lover of stories since she was a small child and used to beg her mother to take her to the library every week for new books. Many of her passions have come and gone over the years, but her love for story, drama and romance will last a lifetime.
Cathy's books are about people she would want to be friends with, characters her readers will cheer for. They are about ordinary women doing extraordinary things. Cathy has two grown-up daughters and lives in a small village in the English countryside. Her house overlooks fields of barley and the garden is full of fruit trees: damson, plum, pear and, of course, Bramley apples!
You can keep up to date with Cathy Bramley's latest books on Instagram and X as @CathyBramley and on Facebook as @CathyBramleyAuthor.
Cathy's books are about people she would want to be friends with, characters her readers will cheer for. They are about ordinary women doing extraordinary things. Cathy has two grown-up daughters and lives in a small village in the English countryside. Her house overlooks fields of barley and the garden is full of fruit trees: damson, plum, pear and, of course, Bramley apples!
You can keep up to date with Cathy Bramley's latest books on Instagram and X as @CathyBramley and on Facebook as @CathyBramleyAuthor.