Blueprints of the Heart: The Havenbrook Romance Series - Book 1

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She's designing her future. He's preserving the past. Together, they might build something perfect.

ABOUT: When ambitious London architect Avery Chávez loses her dream job, she returns to the last place she ever thought she'd go: Havenbrook, the picture-perfect coastal town she fled six years ago. Tasked with renovating the crumbling Thistle Inn, she hopes to restore her professional reputation and mend her frayed relationship with her mother, Celi. Avery doesn't expect the project to come with a stubborn craftsman who knows the inn better than anyone.

Orion Carstairs has spent years preserving Havenbrook's heritage one historic building at a time. The Thistle isn't just another job—it's his family's legacy, and he refuses to let a big-city architect erase its soul. The problem? The architect is the woman who shattered his heart and disappeared without a backward glance.

As Avery and Orion reluctantly collaborate, their clashing visions spark heated debates and rekindle buried feelings. When a powerful developer threatens to demolish the inn, they must put aside old resentments to save it. Working side-by-side, they discover that the perfect design isn't in the blueprint—it's in the heart.

Set against the sweeping Cornish coastline and the warm embrace of Havenbrook's tight-knit community, Blueprints of the Heart is a heart-warming second-chance romance about honoring the past, embracing the future and finding home in unexpected places. Perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Jenny Colgan, this small-town love story blends professional rivalry, simmering attraction, scheming developers, family secrets and the timeless question of whether love is worth fighting for.

Get ready for a cozy escape full of heart-warming romance and seaside charm, perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Jenny Colgan, Sarah Morgan, and HGTV's Home Town.

Reader Praise

"A heart-warming second-chance romance. Avery and Orion's chemistry crackles on every page."

"Like an HGTV show meets Virgin River. The perfect blend of humour, heart and home renovation drama."

The Havenbrook Romance Series Reading Order 

Book 1: Blueprints of the Heart  
Book 2: Written in the Stars  
Book 3: Framed with Love  
Book 4: The Recipe for Us  
Book 5: Melodies of the Heart  
Book 6: A Stitch in Time  
Book 7: Hearts in Bloom  
Book 8: Love on the Line  
Book 9: Lights, Camera, Love  
Book 10: The Heart of the Garden  
Book 11: Canvas of Dreams  
Book 12: Captured Moments  
Book 13: The Perfect Blend  
Book 14: Secrets of the Shore  
Book 15: Tides of Change  

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Meet the Author  Audrey Stone

Audrey Stone writes enchanting contemporary romances that blend heart, humor, and the magic of small-town life. Her stories celebrate second chances, community bonds, and the courage to follow your heart, perfect for readers who love feel-good escapes with swoony heroes and relatable heroines. Whether you're curled up with a cup of tea or stealing moments during a busy day, her books promise to warm your heart and leave you believing in happily-ever-after.

A lover of coastal towns and historic architecture, Audrey draws inspiration from charming seaside villages, renovation shows, and the timeless appeal of coming home. When she's not crafting love stories in fictional towns, she's exploring real ones, always on the lookout for the perfect setting for her next romance. Discover more here or join her newsletter for exclusive content and early access to new releases.

Tropes You'll Love:

second-chance romance, small-town homecoming, architect heroine, craftsman hero, historic inn renovation, Cornwall coastal town, Havenbrook series, contemporary women's fiction, enemies to lovers, homecoming love story, family secrets, real estate developer antagonist, architect vs. builder, sustainable design, historic preservation, HGTV style romance, strong female lead, UK seaside romance, hidden feelings, banter and chemistry

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Locations & interesting places in the book:

The Thistle Inn: A Victorian inn with creaky floorboards and hidden nooks; its renovation drives the plot and becomes a metaphor for rebuilding relationships.
Stairs of Wishes: A set of weathered stone steps beside the inn that locals climb to make wishes; the site of Avery and Orion's first confession and final kiss.
Havenbrook Beachfront: Where Orion jogs and confides in his friend River; offers sweeping views of the Channel and Cornwall's stunning coastline.
Old Town & Creative Quarter: Cobblestone lanes, artisan shops and cafés that showcase Havenbrook's blend of history and innovation.
Celi's Cottage & Garden: Avery's childhood home, filled with art, empanadas and maternal love; represents the warmth she left behind.
Orion's Workshop & Archive: His woodworking studio and the archive where they discover family letters that reveal their parents' shared history with the inn.
Town Hall: Setting for the climactic meeting where the community chooses preservation over profit and Sterling Rothschild's development plans.
London: Avery's former life of glass towers and corporate ambition; the world she must choose between and her heart's true home.