: The ruthless editor of Goddess magazine, whose demanding management style provides much of the book's workplace drama. Major Themes
: A significant focus is Leonie’s struggle to maintain her journalistic ethics and kindness in a cutthroat industry. The Cottage in the Highlands by Julie Shackman
: The process of uncovering the house's past serves as a catalyst for Leonie’s own personal growth and recovery from her recent setbacks. Setting The book utilizes contrasting Scottish locations: : The ruthless editor of Goddess magazine, whose
The story follows , a dedicated journalist whose life is upended when she simultaneously loses her job at a local newspaper and her long-term relationship. Forced to start over, she accepts a position at Goddess , a ruthless fashion magazine in Glasgow, which she finds significantly different from her investigative roots. by Julie Shackman is a heartwarming contemporary romance
: A coastal area in the Highlands where the mysterious cottage is located, providing a grounded and atmospheric escape.
by Julie Shackman is a heartwarming contemporary romance and mystery set against the scenic backdrop of the Scottish Highlands . It is the third book in her Scottish Escapes series. Plot Overview
: The novel features two parallel "second chance" romances—one between the older generation (Lily and Flynn Sr.) and one for Leonie as she rebuilds her life and career.