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# A Fine Romance: Falling in Love With the English Countryside

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A Fine Romance: Falling in Love With the English Countryside [Susan Branch, Susan Branch] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. A Fine Romance: Falling in Love With the English Countryside

Review: A Marvelous Adventure - OK, color me a Susan Branch fangirl. I’ve been collecting her books since the first one, and got my sister hooked on them shortly afterwards. One of my annual gifts to sis is at least one SB calendar. And then I discovered her blog shortly after its inception. Oh, joy. So, when she announced her trip to England and regularly posted about her exploits in advance of the book, I just couldn’t wait for the result. Naturally, I ordered one for my sister, as well. After that intro, it’s obvious that I’m a bit biased, but I can honestly say the book exceeded my expectations. If you’re already a fan of Susan, you won’t want to miss out on it. If you’re new to Susan, this is a good introduction. If you’re an Anglophile, are thinking of traveling to England, or like beautiful, whimsical art books, then this is also worth a look-see. So, what do you get? Well, this is pretty much a step-by-step recounting of the weeks’ long trip Susan and her husband Joe took, from doorstep to doorstep. Reading about the voyage on the Queen Mary 2 alone is worth the price of admission. A transatlantic crossing by ship is now on my wish list. While in England, Susan and Joe visited friends, went for long walks and drives, stopped by country houses and gardens, shopped, ate at pubs and tea shops, and just breathed in the ambiance of England. If you yearn for the glamour of London or better known tourist spots, then this probably isn’t the book for you. But if you prefer a more “quaint” and leisurely sort of trip while taking in the quiet beauty of small towns and countryside, then this is most definitely the book you want. And, of course, it’s perfect for armchair tourists. You never even have to actually leave home, but can vicariously experience Susan and Joe’s journey while in your jammies. Susan has a wonderful writing style. She takes great joy in the small things in life and she infects her readers with her generous spirit and humor. And, as with all of Susan’s books, they are a visual delight. All of the text is handwritten in Susan’s distinctive calligraphy. The book is also jam-packed with illustrations, predominantly Susan’s watercolors, but also photographs. The book isn’t just pretty, tho; it also has a serious side. It’s very practical and informative and, if you want to know more about any of the sites visited, there’s a terrific appendix as well as additional information on her blog. This is a book you could easily devour in one sitting, but then come back to in order to savor individual passages or chapters. Buy one as a treat for yourself. And then buy one (or lots) as a treat for a friend. Enjoy!
Review: A wonderful escape in a book! - One of my favorite books! Paintings, photos, and text blend to perfectly set the scene for this lovely trip through England!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,258,859 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #971 in General Great Britain Travel Guides #2,312 in Pop Culture Art #2,977 in Travelogues & Travel Essays |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,150) |
| Dimensions  | 6 x 1.25 x 8.25 inches |
| ISBN-10  | 0984913661 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0984913664 |
| Item Weight  | 1.39 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 260 pages |
| Publication date  | August 15, 2013 |
| Publisher  | Vineyard Stories |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Marvelous Adventure
*by J***H on December 20, 2013*

OK, color me a Susan Branch fangirl. I’ve been collecting her books since the first one, and got my sister hooked on them shortly afterwards. One of my annual gifts to sis is at least one SB calendar. And then I discovered her blog shortly after its inception. Oh, joy. So, when she announced her trip to England and regularly posted about her exploits in advance of the book, I just couldn’t wait for the result. Naturally, I ordered one for my sister, as well. After that intro, it’s obvious that I’m a bit biased, but I can honestly say the book exceeded my expectations. If you’re already a fan of Susan, you won’t want to miss out on it. If you’re new to Susan, this is a good introduction. If you’re an Anglophile, are thinking of traveling to England, or like beautiful, whimsical art books, then this is also worth a look-see. So, what do you get? Well, this is pretty much a step-by-step recounting of the weeks’ long trip Susan and her husband Joe took, from doorstep to doorstep. Reading about the voyage on the Queen Mary 2 alone is worth the price of admission. A transatlantic crossing by ship is now on my wish list. While in England, Susan and Joe visited friends, went for long walks and drives, stopped by country houses and gardens, shopped, ate at pubs and tea shops, and just breathed in the ambiance of England. If you yearn for the glamour of London or better known tourist spots, then this probably isn’t the book for you. But if you prefer a more “quaint” and leisurely sort of trip while taking in the quiet beauty of small towns and countryside, then this is most definitely the book you want. And, of course, it’s perfect for armchair tourists. You never even have to actually leave home, but can vicariously experience Susan and Joe’s journey while in your jammies. Susan has a wonderful writing style. She takes great joy in the small things in life and she infects her readers with her generous spirit and humor. And, as with all of Susan’s books, they are a visual delight. All of the text is handwritten in Susan’s distinctive calligraphy. The book is also jam-packed with illustrations, predominantly Susan’s watercolors, but also photographs. The book isn’t just pretty, tho; it also has a serious side. It’s very practical and informative and, if you want to know more about any of the sites visited, there’s a terrific appendix as well as additional information on her blog. This is a book you could easily devour in one sitting, but then come back to in order to savor individual passages or chapters. Buy one as a treat for yourself. And then buy one (or lots) as a treat for a friend. Enjoy!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderful escape in a book!
*by E***H on October 28, 2025*

One of my favorite books! Paintings, photos, and text blend to perfectly set the scene for this lovely trip through England!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lovely, Beautiful Book and a Great Read!
*by J***N on November 10, 2025*

I love love this book. This will be one of those books that I will treasure forever, it's the book where it'll have a special place on your bookshelf or in your library. It's part diary (not boring at all though!), part travel - lots of funny and need to know info if you're planning on going to the English countryside (yes please!), part history (again, not boring at all). It's just an endearing book. Lovely watercolors done by Susan Branch, as well as photos of her travels, her life with her lovely husband - the book is just lovely - I can't describe it any better. If you love charm, you'll want this book.

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