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Blueprints of the Heart: The Havenbrook Romance Series, Book 1 - Audrey Stone
Blueprints of the Heart: The Havenbrook Romance Series, Book 1 - Audrey Stone
Romance, Design, Historical fiction, Drama, Suspense, and Family
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She's designing her future. He's preserving the past. Together, they might build something perfect.
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."
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.
About the Audrey Stone Romance
About the Audrey Stone Romance
The Audrey Stone Havenbrook Romance Series is a connected set of contemporary romance stories set in and around the small town of Havenbrook, UK. These novels explore love in all its forms — first sparks, second chances, rekindled hopes, and relationships that change everything.
Each story works as a standalone love story while contributing to a broader sense of place and recurring characters, making Havenbrook feel like home with every visit.
What Kind of Romance Is This?
What Kind of Romance Is This?
This series is best described as small-town contemporary romance with:
- Emotional connection and character-driven relationships
- Slow-burn love and layered emotional stakes
- Themes of healing, community, friendship, and belonging
- Relatable protagonists facing real-world heart journeys
If you enjoy stories where love grows from life’s ups and downs, this series is written for you.
If You Love Friends-to-Lovers, Second Chances, or Small-Town Romance…
If You Love Friends-to-Lovers, Second Chances, or Small-Town Romance…
Fans of contemporary romances like those by Emily Henry, Christina Lauren, and Jill Shalvis will find a warm and welcoming world in Havenbrook.
These books combine:
- Cozy, character-first storytelling
- Heart-warming relationships
- Community settings that feel like home
What sets this series apart is its focus on emotional authenticity, humour, and the gentle magic of love found in everyday moments
Story Tropes & Reader Appeal
Story Tropes & Reader Appeal
This book features many of the tropes readers love, including:
- Small-town charm and community warmth
- Love that grows from friendship
- Second chances at connection
- Relatable characters navigating real emotional journeys
Is This Book For You?
Is This Book For You?
This book is ideal if you love:
- Heartwarming contemporary romance
- Emotional character journeys and relationships
- Feel-good love stories with heart and depth
Do I Need to Read the Series in Order?
Do I Need to Read the Series in Order?
Most Havenbrook books can be read as standalone romances — each with its own love story and resolution.
However, reading in release order lets you notice recurring locations, community threads, and familiar faces that deepen the sense of place.
Havenbrook Romance Series In 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
- Book 16: Harvesting Love
- Book 17: Threads of Destiny
- Book 18: Inked in Fire
- Book 19: The Tide Between Us
- Book 20: Lighthouse of Love
- Book 21: Waves of Affection
- Book 22: In the Frame
- Book 23: Dance Until Dawn
- Book 24: Game Changer
- Book 25: Secrets of the Town
- Book 26: Breaking the Ice
- Book 27: Pages of Us
- Book 28: Baking Up Love
- Book 29: From the Ground Up
- Book 30: Strings of Fate
- Book 31: Midnight Waltz
- Book 32: By the Book
- Book 33: Coffee Connection
The Havenbrook Christmas Romance Series (by Audrey Stone)
- Book 1: Festival Magic
- Book 2: Tangled in Tinsel
- Book 3: Snowed Inn Love
- Book 4: Mistletoe and Memos
- Book 5: Christmas in Harmony
- Book 6: The Last Starlight Wish
- Book 7: Christmas Lights and Small Town Nights
- Book 8: Mistletoe Magic
- Book 9: A Very Merry Makeover
- Book 10: The Winter We Fell
- Book 11: Snowflakes and Secrets
- Book 12: Twelve Tastes of Winter
- Book 13: Christmas at the Manor
- Book 14: The Christmas Recipe
About Audrey Stone
About Audrey Stone
Audrey Stone writes heart-centred contemporary romances celebrated for their emotional depth, warm character dynamics, and vivid small-town settings. Her storytelling mixes relatable protagonists, meaningful connection, and heartfelt romance that resonates with fans of classic and modern love stories alike.
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Genres & Themes
Genres & Themes
Genres:
- Contemporary Romance
- Small-Town Romance
- Friends-to-Lovers / Slow Burn
- Second Chance at Love
Core Themes:
- Healing through love and connection
- Community and shared journey
- Finding courage to love again
- Relatable emotional growth
I was initially drawn to this book for the small-town setting, but the romance completely won me over. The author managed to make urban planning sexy - who knew zoning discussions could have such sizzle? The emotional journey of both characters felt authentic, with real growth and change. The community garden subplot provided beautiful symbolism about nurturing relationships. This book made me believe in second chances and the power of compromise.
Our entire book club fell in love with this story! The setting of Havenbrook felt like a character itself - so richly described that we all wanted to visit. The way the author handled the gentrification themes was thoughtful and nuanced. The romance felt earned rather than rushed, with both characters having to examine their priorities and biases. The supporting cast of Oakwood residents added wonderful depth. Perfect discussion starter!
Enemies to lovers done RIGHT! The initial animosity between the characters felt justified and their gradual softening toward each other was believable. I loved the dual POV structure - seeing both perspectives on the development project added depth to the conflict. The romantic tension was perfectly paced, building beautifully to their first kiss scene (which was absolutely swoon-worthy!). The Oakwood community felt like a place I'd want to live.
Living in a seaside town myself, I can attest to how perfectly the author captured the essence of coastal community life. The descriptions of Havenbrook's Victorian architecture and the tension between development and preservation felt incredibly authentic. The romance was beautifully developed - watching two stubborn professionals learn to compromise both professionally and personally was delightful. The final community meeting scene had me in tears of joy!
Finally, a romance novel that treats both main characters as equals! Neither was the 'fixer' - they both had to grow and change. The professional tension was handled so well, and I appreciated how the author didn't make either character completely wrong in their initial positions. The slow burn was delicious, and when they finally got together, it felt like a real partnership forming. The epilogue was perfection!
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