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A Secret Cornish Summer
- Author
- Phillipa Ashley
- Narrator
- James Meunier, Ashley Tucker
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date
- 22 June 2023
- Run Time
- 9 hours 37 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
‘Gloriously uplifting and unashamedly warm-hearted’ – Bestselling author FAITH HOGAN
‘A lovely, summery read full of secrets and hope’ – Bestselling author JO THOMAS
An unforgettable tale of romance, humour and heart set against the stunning backdrop of the Cornish coast, from the Sunday Times bestseller.
When Eden steps out of her beautiful coastal cottage to find a Speedo-wearing, suntanned stranger doing yoga in next door’s garden, she is immediately on her guard. Since her ex-husband betrayed her in the worst possible ways, she has kept her distance from all men, taking refuge in her start-up coffee business.
But as she gets to know Levan, Eden begins to wonder if he might be different – until she discovers he’s not quite what he seems. And when a long-buried family secret surfaces, her faith in those she loves most is shaken to the core.
As the secrets spill out, relationships old and new will be tested like never before.
Can Eden learn to trust again, and move past all the secrets of this Cornish summer?
A heart-warming read full of sun, sea, friendship and romance perfect for fans of SARAH MORGAN and TRISHA ASHLEY.
Authors love A Secret Cornish Summer:‘Gloriously uplifting and unashamedly warm-hearted!’ – Faith Hogan
‘A lovely, summery read full of secrets and hope… the perfect place to draw a line in the sand for new beginnings’ – Jo Thomas
‘Escapism at its very best, what a book!’ – Milly Johnson
‘A blissful story, full of sunshine, secrets and Phillipa’s trademark romance’ – Cressida McLaughlin
‘Sunshine, secrets and a stunning setting make this the perfect summer read!’ – Heidi Swain
Readers are falling in love with A Secret Cornish Summer!‘A delightful and charming story with beautifully written characters and a stunning location. Phillipa Ashley tackles complex issues in such a gentle way. Her novels always leave me feeling lighter on my feet.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘The perfect recipe of heartbreak, drama, and uplifting narrative. Fabulous form of escapism.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I absolutely loved the descriptions of the lighthouse and the scenery … made me long for a holiday on the Cornish coast.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Philippa Ashley, Cornwall and coffee, what more could you want? As always, I looked forward to reading one of Philippa's books and this one didn’t disappoint.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Three generations of woman in one family with a historic link to the area and its history. Secrets from the past, new beginnings, wonderful friendships, community spirit and the healing power of love, openness and honesty!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Phillipa Ashley never disappoints. I loved the setting of this book; it evokes wonderful memories of holidays in Cornwall when I was younger. The main characters of Eden and Levan are well written, and I look forward to the author’s next book.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Critics Review
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Praise for A Secret Cornish Summer:
‘I LOVED A Secret Cornish Summer – the uplifting summer read for every holiday tote bag. Gloriously uplifting and unashamedly warm-hearted!’ Faith Hogan
‘A lovely summery read, full of secrets and hope. A smashing slice of life in a seaside town, the perfect place to draw a line in the sand and for new beginnings.’ Jo Thomas
‘Escapism at its very best, what a book! The most wonderful setting, lovely characters and oozing with heart and hope – I adored it.’ Milly Johnson
‘Combines romance, humour and intrigue so well … The whole thing was so captivating, and I loved that there were secrets peppered and hinted at throughout … that I was desperate to uncover. A Secret Cornish Summer is blissful story, full of sunshine, secrets and Phillipa’s trademark romance, that I loved diving into.’ Cressida McLaughlin
‘Sunshine, secrets and a stunning setting make this the perfect summer read!’ Heidi Swain
Praise for Phillipa Ashley:
‘Sheer joy!’ Katie Fforde
‘Within moments you’ll feel like you're at the Cornish seaside, gazing out on the waves, cream tea in hand. The ultimate summer reading escape!’ Yours Magazine
‘Full of genuine warmth and quirky characters’ Woman’s Own
‘Serious festive escapism . . . like a big warm hug’ Popsugar
‘A page-turner of a festive read’ My Weekly
‘Romantic and life-affirming’ Woman’s Weekly
‘A feel-good read for summer’ The Sun
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Details
- Author
- Phillipa Ashley
- Narrator
- James Meunier, Ashley Tucker
- Duration
- 9 hours 37 minutes
- Release Date
- 22 June 2023
- ISBN
- 9780008494377
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Genre
- Modern and Contemporary romance, Narrative theme: love / relationships, Family life fiction / Stories about family, Narrative theme: sense of place, Romantic comedies, Romance: wholesome / clean
Synopsis
‘Gloriously uplifting and unashamedly warm-hearted’ – Bestselling author FAITH HOGAN ‘A lovely, summery read full of secrets and hope’ – Bestselling author JO THOMAS An unforgettable tale of romance, humour and heart set against the stunning backdrop of the Cornish coast, from the Sunday Times bestseller. When Eden steps out of her beautiful coastal cottage to find a Speedo-wearing, suntanned stranger doing yoga in next door’s garden, she is immediately on her guard. Since her ex-husband betrayed her in the worst possible ways, she has kept her distance from all men, taking refuge in her start-up coffee business. But as she gets to know Levan, Eden begins to wonder if he might be different – until she discovers he’s not quite what he seems. And when a long-buried family secret surfaces, her faith in those she loves most is shaken to the core. As the secrets spill out, relationships old and new will be tested like never before. Can Eden learn to trust again, and move past all the secrets of this Cornish summer? A heart-warming read full of sun, sea, friendship and romance perfect for fans of SARAH MORGAN and TRISHA ASHLEY. Authors love A Secret Cornish Summer: ‘Gloriously uplifting and unashamedly warm-hearted!’ – Faith Hogan ‘A lovely, summery read full of secrets and hope… the perfect place to draw a line in the sand for new beginnings’ – Jo Thomas ‘Escapism at its very best, what a book!’ – Milly Johnson ‘A blissful story, full of sunshine, secrets and Phillipa’s trademark romance’ – Cressida McLaughlin ‘Sunshine, secrets and a stunning setting make this the perfect summer read!’ – Heidi Swain Readers are falling in love with A Secret Cornish Summer! ‘A delightful and charming story with beautifully written characters and a stunning location. Phillipa Ashley tackles complex issues in such a gentle way. Her novels always leave me feeling lighter on my feet.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The perfect recipe of heartbreak, drama, and uplifting narrative. Fabulous form of escapism.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I absolutely loved the descriptions of the lighthouse and the scenery … made me long for a holiday on the Cornish coast.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Philippa Ashley, Cornwall and coffee, what more could you want? As always, I looked forward to reading one of Philippa's books and this one didn’t disappoint.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Three generations of woman in one family with a historic link to the area and its history. Secrets from the past, new beginnings, wonderful friendships, community spirit and the healing power of love, openness and honesty!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Phillipa Ashley never disappoints. I loved the setting of this book; it evokes wonderful memories of holidays in Cornwall when I was younger. The main characters of Eden and Levan are well written, and I look forward to the author’s next book.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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