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 with Heidi Swain in her most glorious book yet – perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan

My Thoughts

Tilly arrives in Willowell ready for change but with a sombre task to fulfil first. Scattering her father's ashes leads her to an environment she remembers well from her childhood and establishes Tilly's love of nature and a certain woodland in particular. Tilly's brother is close to her but spends a lot of time working abroad. However you sense the link between Willowell and their childhood memories. 

    Tilly spends time in Willowell and meets up with Constance, the owner of Willowell Woods. Some find the elderly lady difficult but Tilly and Constance form a close friendship, with Tilly recognizing that Constance needs support, though she is loath to admit it. 

    With friendships forming and romance bubbling below the surface. this is a warm and inviting story.  

 

About the Author

Heidi Swain is a Sunday Times Top Ten best-selling author who writes feel good fiction. Heidi lives in beautiful west Norfolk. She is passionate about gardening, the countryside, collecting vintage paraphernalia and reading. Heidi’s first book, The Cherry Tree Café was selected and published in 2015, and her books have now sold over one million copies in the UK across all formats. 2025 marked Heidi’s 10th year as a published author and Walking on Sunshine is Heidi’s 22nd novel.

 

You can follow Heidi here: X (Twitter)   |  Instagram  |  Website

 

Book link: Amazon UK  

Thanks to Heidi Swain, Simon and Schuster and Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for a copy of the book and a place on the tour. 

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