The girl stands on the clifftop, feeling the soft breeze lift her shining red hair and dry her tears. She can almost hear Ireland calling her home across the wild sea. But she can never go back. And in that moment, she swears no-one will ever find out why. Freya is desperate for escape from her messy break-up when she's offered a job caring for elderly Kathleen in the seaside village of Heaven's Cove. Kathleen's once-red hair is now a brilliant white, but there's always laughter in her Irish lilt - until the day Freya finds her weeping, her gaze fixed on Driftwood House, perched on the cliffs above the village. She refuses to say what's wrong... Kathleen's son Ryan, quiet with striking emerald eyes, resents that a stranger is caring for his mother. But as Freya presses him for answers on a long walk across a windswept beach, Ryan finally admits that Kathleen breaks down in the same way, on the exact same day every year - never telling anyone what is causing her pain. Finding a photo of Kathleen as a young girl standing outside Driftwood House years before she says she moved to the village, Freya is determined to find the source of Kathleen's heartache. But as she gets closer to Ryan, and to the sad, forgotten history of the house, Freya is faced with an impossible decision... Should she share this heartbreaking secret with Ryan and risk their chance of happiness together? And will facing the truth bring Kathleen peace in her final years - or will it tear them all apart? An absolutely breath-taking and heartbreaking page-turner about healing old sorrows and finding new joys. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Barbara O'Neal, and anyone longing to escape to the rugged Devon coast. Read what everyone's saying about Liz Eeles: 'Wow, wow, wow!!!! I absolutely loved this book!!!... I was captivated... The tears began flowing before I got to the end of the first chapter... my heart literally broke... wonderful... stunning... kept me hooked until the very last word... Loved, loved, loved it!!!' Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
On the beautiful coast of Cornwall lies the idyllic Salt Bay, where Christmas is the perfect time for bringing family and friends together... Annie Trebarwith is happily settled in Salt Bay with her beloved great-aunt Alice and gorgeous boyfriend Josh Pasco. Snow is in the air, and Christmas is just around the corner. But when the father she's never met, aging rock god Barry, turns up with the half-sister Annie didn't know existed, life suddenly gets complicated. Barry and Storm are soon clashing with the entire village, and their antics are even driving a wedge between Annie and Josh. Can Annie prevent her new family ruining the festivities and repair things with Josh in time for a cosy Christmas? Or will their relationship end up as frosty as the Salt Bay air? Annie's Christmas by the Sea is a hilarious and heart-warming story about family, friends and the magic of Christmas, perfect for fans of Lily Graham, Holly Martin and Phillipa Ashley. Read what everyone is saying about Liz Eeles: 'Everything about this book was just perfect... I got such a good feeling from this book within the first few chapters and I totally fell in love with Salt Bay and its residents... A simply brilliant read that left me wondering why haven't we heard from this author before... It was more than worth the wait as I loved, loved this book.' Shaz's Book Blog 'A breath of fresh air... I knew I was going to love this bookand I wasn't wrong. This is without a doubt a fabulous read and one that will no doubt get this author a huge following as I for one can not wait to read more by her.' By The Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars 'I absolutely fell in love... A totally outstanding debut that made me giggle and maybe even tear up a few times, I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a super fun, light read.' Novel Gossip, 5 stars 'Hilarious... A charming, heart-warming and enjoyable read about love, hope, and opening yourself up to happiness. Annie is such a funny and wonderful character... I really couldn't get enough of the Salt Bay community... Everything you want in a contemporary novel, and its sharp wit and excellent narrative makes it truly shine. I can't wait to return to Salt Bay. Go and buy this book!!!!!' Books of All Kinds, 5 stars 'A wonderful start to a new series... I'm definitely impressed with Liz Eeles' writing and can see she really owns the rom com genre. I have a feeling we shall be hearing a lot about her in the future... Gorgeous story with equally gorgeous characters... from a fresh, new and powerful voice on the chick lit scene.' This Chick Reads, 5 stars
Nach Salt Bay fahren ist nach Hause kommen Die 29jährige Annie erhält einen Brief aus Cornwall. Absender: ihre Großtante, von deren Existenz sie bislang nichts wusste. Annie - gerade Single und ohne Job - macht sich spontan auf den Weg an die Küste. Salt Bay, ein kleiner Ort auf den Klippen, ist malerisch. Es gibt zwar keinen Handyempfang, dafür viele schrullige Dorfbewohner, allen voran der so gutaussehende wie ungehobelte Josh. Annie fühlt sich wider Willen bald heimisch. Ihre Liebe zur Musik führt sie schließlich dazu, den brachliegenden Dorfchor, die Salt Bay Choral Society, wiederzubeleben. Doch das ist nicht allen im Ort recht - und dann bekommt Annie auch noch einen überraschenden Anruf aus London ...
Fans of Cathy Bramley, Debbie Johnson and Jenny Colgan will fall in love with the Cosy Kettle café, where slices of lemon meringue pie are served in the sun-dappled garden - and where Callie's new beginning collides with an old flame... After yet another failed romance, twenty-six-year-old Callie Fulbright is giving up on love. She's determined to throw all her efforts into her very own, brand-new café The Cosy Kettle. Serving hot tea, cherry tarts and a welcoming smile to the friendly locals proves to be the perfect distraction, and Callie feels a flush of pride at the fledgling business she's built. But her new-found confidence is soon put to the test when her gorgeous ex reappears in the quaint little village. She'll never forget the heartache Noah caused her years ago, but when they bump into each other on the cobbled streets of Honeyford she can't help but feel a flutter in her chest... As Callie and Noah share laughter and memories, she starts to wonder if this could be her second chance at happiness. But when Callie discovers that someone is mysteriously trying to ruin the café's reputation... she has an awful suspicion that Noah knows who's involved. Was she wrong to ever trust him again? And can she find out who's behind the lies and rumours, before it's too late for the Cosy Kettle? Readers are falling in love with Callie's story: 'Words cannot describe how much I adored this novel... I loved every minute... hooks you from the start... will leave you feeling all warm and fuzzy and I just loved every page... simply brilliant.' The Cosiest Corner, 5 stars 'The story grabs me from the very first page... wonderful!... reading about the cups of coffee and plates of lemon drizzle cakes made my taste buds tingle!... I found myself laughing all the way through! It is a definite page turner and I literally could not put it down once I started it!... a delight to read... Fabulous!! Highly recommended!' Stardust Book Reviews 'I absolutely adored this beautiful book... completely delightful... will warm your heart and leave you smiling from ear to ear. Highly recommend to all.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'It is such a charming story!! It brings warm fuzzy feelings and tugs at your heart strings with stories of love and family... It also makes you chuckle a lot... hilarious... a fantastic readand I would definitely recommend it!' Goodreads reviewer 'Completely delightful story that crept up alongside me and enveloped me with a huge hug... gave me a warm fuzzy feeling.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'My goodness... Lovely, warm, comforting and just what I needed... everything I could have asked for and more. I was laughing, sighing contentedly and hoping for Callie's happily ever after.' Goodreads reviewer 'Brilliant plot... I read this book in one sitting and I would highly recommend it.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars
Fans of Jenny Oliver, Cathy Bramley and Debbie Johnson will love this hilarious and heart-warming romantic comedy! A storm is brewing on the stunning Cornish coast - but will sunshine follow the rain? When Annie Trebarwith unexpectedly inherits Tregavara House, her much-loved family home atop the cliffs of Salt Bay, she begins to wonder: with all the good friends and warm memories she's made in the village, could it be her forever home? Luckily her gorgeous Poldark-lookalike boyfriend, Josh Pasco, has exactly the same idea. High on the Cornish cliffs he gets down on one knee, and Annie has everything she's ever dreamed of. But when a summer storm causes catastrophic damage to the beautiful but aging house, Annie and Josh are faced with tumbling tiles and a massive repair bill - and a roof that's leaked straight onto her wedding gown... Can the Salt Bay community save Annie's house and her wedding - and give Annie the happy-ever-after she's always wanted? Read what everyone is saying about Liz Eeles: 'Everything about this book was just perfect... I got such a good feeling from this book within the first few chapters and I totally fell in love with Salt Bay and its residents... A simply brilliant read that left me wondering why haven't we heard from this author before... It was more than worth the wait as I loved, loved this book.' Shaz's Book Blog 'A breath of fresh air... I knew I was going to love this book and I wasn't wrong. This is without a doubt a fabulous read and one that will no doubt get this author a huge following as I for one can not wait to read more by her.' By The Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars 'I absolutely fell in love... A totally outstanding debut that made me giggle and maybe even tear up a few times, I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a super fun, light read.' Novel Gossip, 5 stars 'Hilarious... A charming, heart-warming and enjoyable read about love, hope, and opening yourself up to happiness. Annie is such a funny and wonderful character... I really couldn't get enough of the Salt Bay community... Everything you want in a contemporary novel, and its sharp wit and excellent narrative makes it truly shine. I can't wait to return to Salt Bay. Go and buy this book!!!!!' Books of All Kinds, 5 stars
An idyllic, beautifully written, heart-warming story that made my heart swell with joy... Absolutely beautiful; I love everything about this book.' The Writing Garnet Blog, 5 stars When twenty-nine-year-old Annie Trebarwith receives an unexpected letter from a great-aunt she's never known, she leaves her shoebox-sized flat in London and catches a train to the rugged Cornish coast. Salt Bay is beautiful and Annie begins to kindle a bond with her great-aunt Alice. Even though there is zero phone signal and the locals - including the gorgeous but brooding Josh Pasco - can be decidedly grumpy at times, Annie starts to feel at home in Salt Bay. Soon Annie's love of music leads her to relaunch the Salt Bay Choral Society, and she's surprised to see how just much the choir means to the community - and she even starts to break through Josh's surly exterior... But London is calling Annie back, and she has to make a decision. Give up her old life completely, or leave Salt Bay, her new-found family - and the choir - behind? Annie's Holiday by the Sea is a heart-warming story about family, belonging and the healing power of music, perfect for fans of Jo Thomas, Holly Martin and Carole Matthews. Read what everyone is saying about Annie's Holiday by the Sea 'Everything about this book was just perfect... I got such a good feeling from this book within the first few chapters and I totally fell in love with Salt Bay and its residents... A simply brilliant read that left me wondering why haven't we heard from this author before... It was more than worth the wait as I loved, loved this book.' Shaz's Book Blog 'A breath of fresh air... I knew I was going to love this book and I wasn't wrong. This is without a doubt a fabulous read and one that will no doubt get this author a huge following as I for one can not wait to read more by her.' By The Letter Book Reviews, 5 stars 'I absolutely fell in love... A totally outstanding debut that made me giggle and maybe even tear up a few times, I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a super fun, light read.' Novel Gossip, 5 stars 'Hilarious... A charming, heart-warming and enjoyable read about love, hope, and opening yourself up to happiness. Annie is such a funny and wonderful character... I really couldn't get enough of the Salt Bay community... Everything you want in a contemporary novel, and its sharp wit and excellent narrative makes it truly shine. I can't wait to return to Salt Bay. Go and buy this book!!!!!' Books of All Kinds, 5 stars
Fans of Milly Johnson and Phillipa Ashley, the Cosy Kettle caf is waiting for you to find a comfy spot by the fire and snuggle up with a steaming mug of hot chocolate. Amidst the twinkling lights and falling snowflakes, Becca has a wish to make this Christmas... Running from heartbreak, twenty-five-year-old Becca has moved to the cosy village of Honeyford. Living with her best friend Zac in a little stone cottage, and serving mince pies and steaming gingerbread lattes at the Cosy Kettle, is the perfect escape from her past. But starting over isn't always plain sailing, and Becca's shyness is holding her back from making her mark on the caf . To make matters worse, her crush on blond-haired, blue-eyed local heartthrob Logan gets stronger by the day - but he can barely remember her name. So as the snow starts to fall in Honeyford, Becca has one big Christmas wish to completely reinvent herself. Becca dreams of bringing the Cosy Kettle success and finding romance with Logan under the mistletoe. As she gets a makeover, cosies up to Logan over mulled wine and plans the most festive celebration the caf has ever seen, Becca wonders why she waited so long to step out of her comfort zone... Zac, on the other hand, thought she was perfect before - always caring for others - and he misses the quirky girl with the bright blue hair. When Logan turns out to not be all he seems, Becca is left wondering if he's really the one for her. With her party plans also going awry, can Becca save her beloved Cosy Kettle in time for Christmas? And has the key to her happiness been in front of her all along? Readers adore A Christmas Wish and a Cranberry Kiss at the Cosy Kettle 'What a warm and cosy read this was, I was enchanted from the first few pages, and just didn't want to be parted from the book until the end... the sort of book that would warm your heart... Another wonderful book from Liz Eeles.' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I absolutely adored this in all its festive glory It's original, unique and downright witty. Definitely brought a cheery smile to my face. 5/5 stars.' WildFlower Books, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I loved this from start to finish. The funny characters were amazing.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is an uplifting and heart-warming romance... a perfect ending... 5 stars from me for this one and another great addition to the Cosy Kettle series ' Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It was like coming in from the cold to a wonderful warm, comfy, inviting atmosphere... Grab a hot, steaming latte and read this lovely, sweet wintry romantic story.' Gia Scribes 'A heartwarming festive story... this story will immerse you into the heart of the Cosy Kettle. Looking forward to more from this exceptionally gifted author. Goodreads Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
From the attic of Driftwood House there are stunning views of the deep green sea and sapphire sky. But Rosie can’t tear her eyes away from the faded photograph in her hands, and the words written on the back that will change everything… Back in the tiny seaside village of Heaven’s Cove after the death of her mother, all Rosie Merchant wants is to hide her tears, rent out her childhood home, and get back to her ‘real’ life, away from the gossiping villagers and wild Devon weather she escaped from years ago. She’s surprised to find a smiling man in hiking boots – local farmer Liam – waiting on the stone doorstep. His kind offer to help clear crumbling, isolated Driftwood House is hard to refuse, and despite Rosie’s determination not to let anyone get close, soon they’re walking and laughing together along the clifftops. As clouds scud across the endless sky and green waves crash against the shore, Rosie is reminded that nowhere is more beautiful than home. Then, up in the attic of Driftwood House, Rosie stumbles across a photo which exposes the heart-stopping truth about how her mother came to live at Driftwood House years ago… and Liam only seems concerned about the implications for his own nearby farm. Did he know this painful secret all along, and should she run from Heaven’s Cove for good? Or will facing up to her devastating family history mean Rosie can finally put down roots in this beautiful place? This book can be enjoyed as a standalone. Get whisked away to the rugged, sweeping Devon coastline in this gripping story about old secrets, learning how to trust, and finding where home is. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Barbara O’Neal and Mary Alice Monroe will adore this gorgeous and uplifting read. Read what everyone’s saying about Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea: ‘Wow, wow, wow!!!! I absolutely loved this book!!!... I was captivated… The tears began flowing before I got to the end of the first chapter… my heart literally broke… wonderful… stunning… kept me hooked until the very last word… Loved, loved, loved it!!!’ Stardust Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Captivating and heart-warming… A perfect summer read… I was absolutely hooked from page one until 1.30am in the morning when I finished having not been able to put it down.’ Bookworm1986, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely breathtaking! From the first chapter, I was hooked and loved every moment… truly a beautiful tale… outstanding.’ Cara's Book Boudoir, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Had me gripped and wanting more… I had to tear myself away from reading to head off to work… absolutely loved this book.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Gorgeous… I was mesmerised… This is a story that keeps you guessing… beautiful… idyllic… fabulous… pure escapism, heart-warming, and left me with a smile on my face.’ Whispering Stories, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Liz Eeles whisked me away… vivid and gorgeous… amazing… exceptional… wonderful… delightful.’ Berit Talks Books ‘Put on the kettle for some tea and grab yourself a scone… because you are going to want to binge read Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea… gripping and emotional page-turner!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A wonderfully addictive read… I read this book in a day and would whole-heartedly recommend it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This was a gem of a novel!... Beautiful characters in a beautiful story!’ Goodreads reviewer ‘A charming, cozy, uplifting book… absolutely loved.’ Goodreads reviewer
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