The Shamwell Tales Books in Order

Primary-school teacher Robert moves to Shamwell hoping to escape a painful past and falls for Sean, a pupil's uncle who works in pest control. Their contrasting backgrounds matter less than the secrets Robert keeps struggling to conceal.

Actor Tristan helps dyslexic handyman Con prepare for a village production of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Attraction grows during their private lessons, but Con doubts Tristan wants anything lasting, especially with the actor's departure for New York approaching.

Divorced father Mark moves to Shamwell with his teenage daughter and falls for openly gay charity worker Patrick. Mark's refusal to come out to her clashes with Patrick's principles, while their different attitudes toward work and money create further friction.

An office-party encounter leaves David without a job or home, so he becomes postman Rory's lodger. Recently divorced Rory enjoys David's company but considers himself straight, while friends, children, and another romantic prospect complicate their growing attachment.