Review: House Party in Gretna Green: A Midlife Recorder Novella #3.5 by Linzi Day

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Rating  4.5⭐️

“Dola is 1400 on Sunday. What do you give a sentient house?”

This is an absolutely lovely short story with a twist I didn’t expect! Love those. 

Well written so that it continues to show all the characters maturity in their new roles and individual development personally as well as in their perspectives. Perspectives that have changed dramatically, especially about Dola. 

A heartwarming series that’s becoming a true comfort read. 

Gorgeous Covers that absolutely drew me in. With the ever changing Recorder Star and Gateway in the center that’s pertinent to each book

Cover Design: Axe Designs

Midlife Recorder series:

Midlife in Gretna Green #1

Painting the Blues in Gretna Green #2

Ties That Bond in Gretna Green #3

House Party in Gretna Green #3.5

Seeing Red in Gretna Green #4

Code Yellow in Gretna Green #5

Market Forces in Gretna Green #6

Coming next

Spilling The Tea in Gretna Green #7

Half An Orange in Gretna Greene #8-Oct 30,2026

Buy link

Amazon.comhttps://www.amazon.comHouse Party in Gretna Green: A Midlife Recorder Novella

Blurb 

NOTE: THIS NOVELLA IS INTENDED TO BE READ BETWEEN BOOKS 3 & 4 OF THE MIDLIFE RECORDER SERIES.

After completing all the bondings in Ties that Bond, Niki finds herself with a few days respite before her departure for the Red Celt realm to stay with Prince Dai.

But her plans take an unexpected turn when she discovers that Dola’s 1400th birthday is just around the corner—this Sunday, to be exact.

Niki is determined to make the celebration special. Yet, orchestrating festivities for Dola—a sentient house with spying Dolinas scattered throughout the realms—without giving away the secret proves to be quite the challenge.

To navigate this delicate situation, Niki calls upon her Knight Adjutants and a mix of old and new friends to help distract Dola and gather gifts.

This feel-good novella celebrates the joy of connection and community. Sadly, it doesn’t feature a single doughnut … but there is cake.

Join the party at Gateway Cottage – where the real surprise is the power of true belonging.

date

August 22, 2023

Language

‎English

Print length

92 pages

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Published by Scattered Thoughts

At over 50, I am ruled by my terriers, my gardens, and my projects. A knack for grubbing about in the woods, making mud pies, and tending to the injured worms, bugs, and occasional bird and turtle growing up eventually led me to working for the Parks. I was a park Naturalist for over 20 years, and observing Nature and her cycles still occupy my hours. From the arrival of Ruby-throated Hummingbirds in the Spring to the first call of the Snow Geese heading south in the Fall, I am entranced by the seasons. For more about me see my bio on my blog.

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