Bestselling author Patrick Gale joins Philippa on the Quick Book Reviews Podcast to discuss his powerful new novel Love Lane, plus brilliant escapist book recommendations including The Selection and An Offer from a Gentleman.In this episode of Quick Book Reviews, Philippa talks to bestselling author Patrick Gale about his moving and deeply personal new novel Love Lane.Patrick returns to the podcast to discuss the inspiration behind the book, how family history shaped the story, and why this emotional historical novel might be his most personal work yet. The conversation also dives into writing routines, fountain pens, notebooks, and the joy (and therapy!) of storytelling.If you enjoy powerful character-driven fiction, family sagas, and historical novels filled with heart, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Pre-order Love LanePatrick Gale’s beautiful new novel Love Lane publishes soon — and pre-orders really help authors and bookshops.Pre-order your copy here:👉 https://uk.bookshop.org/a/16356/9781472257468👉 https://www.waterstones.com/book/love-lane/patrick-gale/9781472257468👉 https://www.foyles.co.uk/book/love-lane/patrick-gale/9781472257468(Choose your favourite bookseller and support authors and bookshops!)In This EpisodePhilippa chats with Patrick Gale about the emotional story behind Love LaneWhy writing about family history can be both revealing and healingPatrick’s unusual writing routine — fountain pens, notebooks, and writing in inkThe real people who inspired the novelThe secrets hidden in family lettersDream writing locations vs nightmare writing locationsThe biscuit that powered the writing Books Reviewed in This EpisodePhilippa also shares some unexpected reading choices while recovering from illness — stepping away from crime fiction and diving into romance and escapist reads.Books discussed:The Selection by Kiera CassThe Elite by Kiera CassThe One by Kiera CassAn Offer from a Gentleman by Julia QuinnA New Start at the Happily Ever After Bookshop by Emma BennettExpect reality-TV-style royal romance, Bridgerton escapism, and the ultimate cosy bookshop novel set in Cornwall.About the PodcastQuick Book Reviews is the podcast where you get book recommendations, interviews with bestselling authors, and honest reviews — always spoiler-free.Hosted by Philippa, each episode helps you discover your next great read.Follow & Support the PodcastIf you enjoy the show:⭐ Follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode⭐ Leave a review on your podcast app⭐ Share the episode with a fellow bookworm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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