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Walking on Sunshine by Heidi Swain #Review

On April 23rd, Heidi Swain's Walking on Sunshine was published by Simon & Schuster . It has been a real joy to join in the celebrations for its launch.    A Summer in Suffolk could be just what she needs… When Tilly  heads to the river in Willowell, Suffolk, to scatter her dad’s ashes, she’s in need of some rest and relaxation. Life has been tough lately, and she wants a new start. Constance has lived in Fernside forever. She owns the beautiful Willowell Woods – but she can’t manage them alone, and they’re now up for sale. Her nephew, James , has always loved Willowell Woods – and he doesn’t want anyone taking them over. So when Tilly asks to buy them, with an exciting idea for the land, sparks begin to fly… the problem is, they’re already falling in love. Can Tilly and James find a way to turn sparks into fireworks? And will Constance finally realise that letting in the new doesn’t have to mean getting rid of the old…? Spend Summer w...
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Clarissa's Warning by Isobel Blackthorn #Review


Welcome today to my stop on the blog tour to introduce Isobel Blackthorn's Clarissa's Warning. I am delighted to be taking part on the opening day of the tour. Clarissa's Warning is a haunted-house gothic mystery set on Fuerteventura, Canary Islands.

A lottery jackpot changes Claire Bennett’s life.

She buys an ancient stone ruin on the island of her dreams. Her mystic aunt Clarissa warns her of danger, but Claire pays no heed.

Soon after moving to the idyllic island, Claire is confronted by a mystery. As the sinister story of her home slowly uncovers, Claire enters a world of inexplicable events and ordeals. Someone or something doesn't want her there.

But is it really a curse, or is there something else behind the events?


My Thoughts

At the heart of this mystery stands the half ruined house in Fuerteventura which Claire feels compelled to own and to renovate. Isolated and looked on with suspicion by the locals, it has a history of its own which Claire sets about researching. A mixture of superstition and the paranormal seem to swirl through its walls and at several points, Claire wonders if she is doing the right thing.

    The mystery is uncovered at a very leisurely pace as the author describes in detail the island and the history of the area. Bit by bit the house is reclaimed but as it becomes more habitable, you can sense the suspense increasing and wonder at what is behind it all. Claire proves to be a courageous and independent woman who starts her life afresh far away from the life she was brought up with. You also sense her vulnerability and desire to put down roots and make friends. As she begins to get her wish, you relax, only for her Aunt Clarissa to re-appear and how!

In short: An isolated ruin, paranormal mysteries and a touch of romance.
 
About the Author



Isobel Blackthorn is a prolific novelist of brilliant, original fiction across a range of genres, including dark psychological thrillers, gripping mystery novels, captivating travel fiction, and hilarious dark satire. Isobel holds a PhD in Western Esotericism and carries a lifelong passion for the Canary Islands, Spain. A Londoner originally, Isobel currently lives near Melbourne, Australia, with her little white cat.

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Book link: Amazon UK 

Thanks to Isobel Blackthorn and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources  for a copy of the book and a place on the tour. 

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