A Sense of Belonging (by Erica James)

I’m glad I decided to re-read my novels by Erica James, in publication order. I last read ‘A Sense of Belonging’ in 2008, fifteen years ago, and couldn’t remember anything much about it. I always like discovering a book which I know I liked, but where I’ve forgotten the characters and the story.
The book involves a new development of five houses, all of which have been bought. It’s a good device; it introduces diverse characters, all new to the neighbourhood, who are essentially thrown togethe...