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About The Book
An uplifting and heart-rending novel about a single mother who buys a dilapidated cottage in a charming small town to find home and possibly love – from the acclaimed author of Somone Else’s Bucket List, for fans of Jojo Moyes, Tricia Stringer and Tess Woods.
Zoe Copeland and her daughter Florence need a new start. The only problem is, she can’t really afford one . . .
Opportunity calls in the form of a listing for a charming cottage that may just be in their price range. The catch? It’s a treasure house – filled to the brim with junk. The place is a certified disaster zone in the middle of a tiny seaside town Zoe’s never heard of, but beggars can’t be choosers.
Eleven-year-old Florence loves the old house full of knick-knacks and other people’s memories, but Zoe is daunted. It doesn’t help that her grouchy new neighbour, Jake, thinks she’s crazy for taking this on – though that doesn’t stop him from lending a hand, and it’s not long before Zoe can’t get the handsome man off her mind.
As they clear out the house, Zoe becomes increasingly intrigued by the woman who lived there before them. Who was Marly, and how did her beloved home end up in such disrepair? As she digs for more information, Zoe can’t help but draw parallels between herself and Marly . . . and just as Marly’s secrets are uncovered, Zoe’s past comes calling.
With her heart and her home on the line, can Zoe put all of the broken pieces of her life back together?
Zoe Copeland and her daughter Florence need a new start. The only problem is, she can’t really afford one . . .
Opportunity calls in the form of a listing for a charming cottage that may just be in their price range. The catch? It’s a treasure house – filled to the brim with junk. The place is a certified disaster zone in the middle of a tiny seaside town Zoe’s never heard of, but beggars can’t be choosers.
Eleven-year-old Florence loves the old house full of knick-knacks and other people’s memories, but Zoe is daunted. It doesn’t help that her grouchy new neighbour, Jake, thinks she’s crazy for taking this on – though that doesn’t stop him from lending a hand, and it’s not long before Zoe can’t get the handsome man off her mind.
As they clear out the house, Zoe becomes increasingly intrigued by the woman who lived there before them. Who was Marly, and how did her beloved home end up in such disrepair? As she digs for more information, Zoe can’t help but draw parallels between herself and Marly . . . and just as Marly’s secrets are uncovered, Zoe’s past comes calling.
With her heart and her home on the line, can Zoe put all of the broken pieces of her life back together?
About The Author
Photo credit: Sia Duff
Amy Matthews is an award-winning author of books about complicated people and love. She is Associate Professor of Creative Writing at Flinders University, a podcaster, and a
book addict. Amy lives in Adelaide with her favourite people, both real and imagined, and you can find her on Instagram @amymatthewsauthor.
book addict. Amy lives in Adelaide with her favourite people, both real and imagined, and you can find her on Instagram @amymatthewsauthor.
Product Details
- Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia (August 31, 2026)
- Runtime: 9 hours and 30 minutes
- ISBN13: 9781761633591
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Raves and Reviews
'A gorgeously warm and inviting novel about finding a place for yourself, even if it's not quite the place you expected. I feel like I would recognise the ramshackle Maine house at its heart if I stumbled across it in real life: its round windows, its blooming garden after a long winter, and its rooms full of secrets, mess, and memories.'
– Holly Gramazio, New York Times bestselling author of The Husbands
'Amy Matthews has given us the treasure – a sweetly crafted tale of past and present, yearning and loss, that leads to the ultimate prize: love. It's a balm for the battered heart.'
– Kate Langbroek, bestselling author of Ciao Bella
‘A story of second chances, true loves, and reconciling the past to embrace the future, The Treasure House is a heart-tugging, wholly satisfying read by a standout voice. Amy Matthews’ latest sparkling page turner is a reminder that in life – and real estate – sometimes the messiest beginnings lead to the most breathtaking transformations. Readers will cheer as Matthews’ plucky protagonists rebuild their lives one room and one memory at a time.'
– Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times bestselling author of Summer State of Mind
'Amy Matthews writes with so much heart, warmth and grace, delivering a tender, beautifully layered story about starting over, letting go, and the unexpected ways love finds us. This hopeful story about second chances, family and finding your way home is as comforting as it is unforgettable. This is a novel to savor. It is as cozy and inviting as the cottage at its heart – and just as full of hidden treasures.'
– Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Paradise Problem
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