It’s the start of a new season for professional women’s cricket team The Scorpions.
Acclaimed batter Ellie, 32, is returning to the game after a long injury, determined to regain her form and her place in the England squad. This is her last chance, and she won’t let anything stand in her way.
Cricket fan Adam, 34, an artist and photographer, has followed Ellie and the team through highs and lows. He’s drawn to her talent, athleticism and public persona - but is content to be a face in the crowd, cheering her on. He’d never date a famous person, anyway.
When events on and off the pitch bring Ellie and Adam together, friendship blossoms, and their careers initially soar. Yet, with romance in the air, Ellie loses focus, jeopardising her dream.
What’s more important to them both - love, or cricket?
A share of the book’s royalties will be donated to pertinent clubs and organisations who champion the development of grassroots, girls’ and women’s cricket.
New format released!
Wicket Maiden is now available in Hardback via Amazon.
I’ve finished the first draft of October’s book release. This is the second in the rom-com series (The Cathedral City Comedies) of which “Floored” was the first. Expect lots of fake dating!
In Spring 2026 I’ll publish the second cricket book in the “Pavilion Girls” trilogy. This is currently being sketched out, ready for drafting over the summer.
This series will be completed in 2027, and it looks like I’ll be writing my first openly neurodiverse protagonist, which I’m very excited about.
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