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Coming Home to Maple Lodge by Alison Sherlock #Review

  I am delighted to feature the first in Alison Sherlock's new series set in the Corswolds. Coming Home to Maple Tree Lodge was published by Boldwood Books on June 20th. A family and hotel in desperate need of help… Maple Tree Lodge has been the home of the Jackson family for over a century. But the hotel has never been a success and, following the sudden loss of his father, architect Ben Jackson soon discovers the hotel is close to financial ruin. Ben has to make some tough decisions if the hotel is to survive and his family are to keep a roof over their heads. With the hotel in urgent need of a renovation, Ben’s sister calls on the talents of her best friend, interior designer Lily Watson. Cash strapped Lily needs a successful project to prove to herself and her high-achieving parents that she can carve a successful career and Maple Tree Lodge sounds like just the place for Lily to showcase her talents. However, Lily’s vision for a cosy, country Cotswolds hotel is the com...

The Bookshop at the Cornish Cove by Kim Nash #Review #CornishCoveSeriesBook4

 

Here is the fourth in the Cornish Cove series by Kim Nash. The Bookshop at the Cornish Cove was published by Boldwood Books on October 28th. 

You can read my review of  Hopeful Hearts at the Cornish Cove here Finding Family at the Cornish Cove here and Making Memories at the Cornish Cove here.

 

 
Escape to the beautiful coast in this heartwarming romance

Dare to dream big…

When Nancy opened her dream bookshop overlooking the golden sands and shimmering waters of Driftwood Bay, she may have taken on a little too much. She might know all about books, but doesn’t know the first thing about business! She did however, want to do something meaningful with the inheritance money she got from her beloved Aunty Theresa.

When Dennis, visiting grandson of one of her dearest friends, offers to help, Nancy knows she can’t say no. Dennis is a high-flying businessman, with a fancy London job and a successful banking portfolio to prove it.

Trouble is, he makes the worst first impression. Nothing short of an insufferable know-it-all, Dennis takes every opportunity to remind her how out of her depth she is.

But Nancy knows her strengths, and just as much as she needs Dennis, he needs her too. There’s plenty she can teach him, and the more she shows off her world of Driftwood Bay, where the pace of life is slower and the morning sunrises are the most beautiful thing you can witness, perhaps they could become more than just business partners?

An utterly gorgeous romantic read set by the beautiful Cornish coast, perfect for fans of Phillipa Ashley and Heidi Swain


 My Thoughts

Nancy is at the centre of life in Driftwood Bay, opening her Bookshop down in the harbour. She is full of great plans for the future as she looks to realise her childhood ambition of owning her own bookshop. Once Dennis arrives, with his business brain turned on, you begin to see just how naive and slightly unrealistic her plans have been. Her belief that if she puts her wishes out into the world, all will be well seems under threat and she risks losing her investment.

    Dennis is an interesting character who takes time to open up and reveal his true character. There are a few secrets in his past and in some ways, he is hiding away in Driftwood Bay, looking for a distraction from his work. As the story develops, Dennis seems to re-evaluate his life and what he thinks is important. This is a gently amusing romance with a cast of characters who make up a supportive community. Family is important to Nancy but you can see that her brother's experiences have influenced her attitude towards relationships.  Her parents are a model of caring partners, in contrast. This is an enjoyable read, with a lovely setting and main characters who you can get invested in.

In short: a gentle romance to enjoy

 

About the Author

Kim Nash is an author of uplifting, romantic, feel-good fiction, having wanted to write books since she was a little girl. She works as both Digital Publicity Director for publisher Bookouture. She lives in Staffordshire with her son Ollie and English Setter rescue dog Roni. When she's not working or writing, Kim can be found walking her dog and reading, as well as running a book club in Staffordshire and organising local and national reader/author events.

You can follow Kim here: Twitter   |  Facebook                                           | Instagram  |  bookbub profile


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Thanks to the author Kim Nash, Boldwood Books and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources  for a copy of the book and a place on the tour.  

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