I am delighted to introduce the first in a new series by Sarah Bennett. Summer Kisses at Mermaids Point was published by Boldwood Books on 25th March.
‘Delightfully romantic and touching.’ Phillipa Ashley
Laurie Morgan runs a café in the small seaside community of
Mermaids Point, named after the beauties rumoured to live in the waters a few
miles off the top of the point. When a hazy image is posted online of what
appears to be a mermaid, the café and the village are soon full to bursting
with curious sightseers.
The most eye-catching of the new arrivals is handsome author,
Jake Smith, who has rented a cottage for the summer while he works on his new
book. Or so he says. In fact, he is a journalist, burned out and disillusioned
with life, whose editor has sent him on a crack-pot hunt for mermaids...
Jake quickly finds himself drawn to village life, and to the
gorgeous woman who runs the local café. But he soon suspects there’s trouble
lurking beneath the idyllic façade, and when it looks like Laurie’s family
might be involved, Jake faces a difficult choice. Pursue the truth, or protect
the woman he’s beginning to fall in love with…
Warm, escapist, feel-good and altogether brilliant
story-telling from bestselling author Sarah Bennett. Perfect for all fans of
Trisha Ashley and Milly Johnson.
My Thoughts
What a great start to a new series! There are lots of interesting characters to take your attention and a fantastic setting in the rather whimsical Mermaids Point. From the start, you realise that the Morgan family is a formidable force and that Laurie has a grounded background. What a contrast this is to Jake's lonely childhood and dysfunctional childhood. Nevertheless, there is chemistry between them from the first.
I enjoyed the references to the mythical side of the local history. You have to make your own mind up about the mermaids' sightings but there are plenty of theories as to who might be behind them. Another strength of the story is the feeling of community which is created. Jake is initially amazed at the generosity he meets and you realise that itis a warm and inclusive place. Sarah has created a warn and uplifting setting for her next series- I can't wait for the second instalment in the story.
In short: Family bonds prove to be the strongest.
About the Author
Sarah Bennett is the bestselling author of several romantic
fiction trilogies including those set in Butterfly Cove and Lavender Bay. Born
and raised in a military family she is happily married to her own Officer and
when not reading or writing enjoys sailing the high seas. The first book in her
new Mermaids Point trilogy for Boldwood will be published in Spring 2021.
Thanks to Sarah Bennett, Boldwood Books and Rachel at Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the Tour.
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