No. 17 Curiosity Lane, Christie Barlow
No. 17 Curiosity Lane, Christie Barlow
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No. 17 Curiosity Lane

Author: Christie Barlow

Narrator: Charlie Sanderson

Unabridged: 8 hr 53 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/27/2026

Synopsis

We regret to inform you of the passing of your great-aunt, Matilda Hartley. As the sole beneficiary of her estate, you have inherited her business, No. 17 Curiosity Lane, Puffin Island… Why readers adore No. 17 Curiosity Lane: Music journalist Fern Talbot has just inherited a dusty antique shop from a woman she never knew. Her plan is simple: get in, sell it, and get out. But when she discovers that her charming lodger, Daniel, is her train ride meet-cute, and a tantalising mystery wrapped up in a vintage wedding dress demands to be solved, Puffin Island quickly captures this devoted city girl’s heart… Each gorgeous title in the Puffin Island series can be read as a standalone. 'Full of warmth, fun and feel-good factor' Sunday Times 'I read this in practically one sitting… I⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The best' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A delight to read, it ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Such a heartwarming read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I finished it with a big smile, and a serious urge to move to Puffin Island' ‘⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Christie creates a community which you really want to be a part of. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Christie creates a community which you really want to be a part of. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Reviews

Goodreads review by Lucy on February 08, 2026

We are back in the wondeeful Puffin Island. Music journalist Fern Talbot inherits an antique shop from a relative she never knew, Fern is after quick sale and getting back to London. Instead, she finds herself drawn into a mystery involving a vintage wedding dress left outside the shop with a message......more

Goodreads review by Book Escapes Babs on February 28, 2026

It’s becoming a real treat to visit Puffin Island, and with this 5th visit, I was immediately enthralled. If you haven’t read any of the others in this series, you can enjoy each one as a standalone, so don’t worry if you want to dive straight in. Despite an impressive back catalogue, Christie Barlo......more

Goodreads review by Lynne on March 24, 2026

It was great to visit Puffin Island once again this time in the antiques shop with old and new characters that didn't disappoint, a story of secrets and lies with the back drop of an idyllic island that doesn't let you leave. Waiting in anticipation for the next one!!......more

Goodreads review by Jeanne Grice on March 05, 2026

Total enjoyment I loved the characters, the way the story unfolded and enjoyed the book from start to finish. I look forward to the next instalment of Puffin Island.......more

Goodreads review by Claire on April 03, 2026

Curiosity Having read all Christie Barlow’s Love heart lane series, I was happy to read another of her Puffin island series. With a mystery to solve everything falls into place with the help of history. A lovely read whilst on holiday in between book club books.......more

Quotes

Readers have fallen in love with Puffin Island: 'The most wholesome, heartwarming, enchanting read … would highly recommend' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Christie Barlow never fails to capture the characters and bring them to life' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Christie draws you in and you never want to leave!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely gorgeous! Love the setting, love the characters … Highly recommended!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Christie Barlow you've done it again … Brilliant!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Puffin Island has a community we all wish to be a part of. Can't wait for the next visit'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely gorgeous! Love the setting, love the characters … Highly recommended!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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