Book of the Month - June

The books I read this month:

-      Theo –by Amanda Prowse 4.5/5

-      The Little Cornish Kitchen –by Jane Linfoot 3/5

-      Daisy’s Vintage Cornish Camper Van –by Ali McNamara 5/5

-      Best Practice –by Penny Parkes 4.5/5

-      While I Was Sleeping –by Dani Atkins 5/5

-      The Cottage on Sunshine Beach –by Holly Martin 5/5

-      The Happiness List –by Annie Lyons 5/5

-      The Summer Getaway –by Tilly Tennant 4.5/5

Two of these books really stood out to me: 

Daisy’s Vintage Camper Van – Ali McNamara

The bit on the back:

Welcome to the gorgeous Cornish town of St Felix, where there's magic in the air...

When Ana inherits a broken-down camper van from her best friend, she takes the chance for a quick trip to Cornwall - some sea air and fish and chips on the beach is just the tonic she needs. 

But St Felix has bigger plans for Ana. She discovers a series of unsent postcards, dating back to the 1950s, hidden in the upholstery of the van. Ana knows that it's a sign: she'll make sure that the messages reach the person that they were meant for. And as the broken-down van is restored to gleaming health, so Ana begins to find her way back to happiness.

My opinion:

I went through all the emotions reading this book; I laughed, I cried, I felt happy, sad etc. Ali McNamara’s writing is full of passion and heart. I felt so close to the characters and I was really routing for Ana. The book includes mystery, romance, friendship, love, beautiful settings and amazing moments. 

Full review: http://simonascornerofdreams.blogspot.com/2018/06/daisys-vintage-cornish-camper-van-by.html

Ali McNamara on Twitter: @AliMcNamara

Website: http://www.alimcnamara.co.uk

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While I Was Sleeping – Dani Atkins

The bit on the back:

A brand new and brilliant emotional family drama for fans of Jojo Moyes and Dorothy Koomson, from the bestselling author of Fractured.

I don't remember what happened or what has changed.

I can still hear your voices but you can't seem to hear me.

I was about to be married and had everything to look forward to.

Now I have to find a way back - to you, to our family, to us.

My opinion:

This book absolutely touched my heart. I don’t think I ever cried so much, reading a book. It’s heart-breaking, poignant, moving and tear-jerking. 

The ending of the book made me speechless!!!

it was absolutely BRILLIANT!!! On so many levels…

Review: http://simonascornerofdreams.blogspot.com/2018/06/while-i-was-sleeping-by-dani-atkins.html

Dani Atkins on Twitter: @AtkinsDani

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Book of the Month - June

The books I read this month:

-       The Wedding Promise – by Emma Hannigan 4.5/5

-       Summer at the Little Wedding Shop – by Jane Linfoot 4/5

-       Holiday in the Hamptons – by Sarah Morgan 5/5

-       The Summer House – by Jenny Hale 5/5

-       Under a Tuscan Sky – by Karen Aldous 4.5/5

-       The Law of Attraction – by Roxie Cooper 4/5

-       The Second Chance Café in Carlton Square – by Lilly Bartlett 4.5/5

-       The Summer of Impossible Things – by Rowan Coleman 5/5

-       Summer at Buttercup Beach – by Holly Martin 5/5

Two amazing books this months, couldn’t make a decision:   

The Summer of Impossible Things – Rowan Coleman

The bit on the back:

If you could change the past, would you?

Thirty years ago, something terrible happened to Luna’s mother. Something she’s only prepared to reveal after her death. 

Now Luna and her sister have a chance to go back to their mother’s birthplace and settle her affairs. But in Brooklyn they find more questions than answers, until something impossible – magical – happens to Luna, and she meets her mother as a young woman back in the summer of 1977. 

At first Luna’s thinks she’s going crazy, but if she can truly travel back in time, she can change things. But in doing anything – everything – to save her mother’s life, will she have to sacrifice her own?

My opinion:

Amazing on so many levels! Rowan Coleman truly made impossible things possible in this book! Her writing is on point and it made me go through all the emotions! Just brilliant!!! Read my review here: The Summer of Impossible Things - Review

Rowan Coleman on Twitter: @rowancoleman

Website: http://rowancoleman.co.uk

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Summer at Buttercup Beach – Holly Martin

The bit on the back:

Pull up a deck chair and bask in the beautiful sunshine on Buttercup Beach. The sand is warm, the sea is sparkling blue and romance is sizzling in the air… 

For two years Freya Greene has hidden the fact that she’s totally and utterly in love with her best friend Rome Lancaster. It’s not been easy – they work together in his glasswork business, she lives above his workshop and, he’s completely gorgeous. But Rome has never shown any sign of returning those feelings. Until now… 

Lately they’ve shared affectionate touches and words heavy with meaning. Yet Freya knows Rome has a damaged heart. After losing his fiancé in a tragic accident, he’s not allowed himself to fall in love. 

Freya has already had her heart broken by a man who couldn’t let go of a past love. Can she risk it happening again? Rome and Freya have a friendship that could blossom into something more. Are they both brave enough to take that chance? 

My opinion:

This unique atmospheres in Holly Martin’s books are just amazing! She did it once again in this book! The storyline is gripping and romantic and it has some twists and turns. The characters are so loveable and the setting is just beautiful!

Holly Martin on Twitter: @HollyMAuthor

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Book of the Month - June

The books I read this month:

-       How to Find Your (First) Husband – by Rosie Blake 5/5

-       The One We Fell in Love With – by Paige Toon 5/5

-       The Secret of Orchard Cottage – by Alex Brown 5/5

-       The Little Village Bakery – by Tilly Tennant 3.5/5

-       Wildflower Bay (Part 1) – by Rachael Lucas 4/5

-       Destination India – by Katy Colins 5/5

-       Always With Love – by Giovanna Fletcher 5/5

We have a clear winner this month!:

The One We Fell in Love With – Paige Toon

The bit on the back:

Phoebe is caught between a rock and a hard place. Settle down and get married, or return to the French Alps to pursue her passion?

Eliza is in love with someone who is no longer hers. In fact, he probably never was… And her dream of becoming a musician seems to be spiralling down the drain.

Rose is out of a job and out of a boyfriend. To make matters worse, she’s been forced to move back in with her mother…

But these very different girls have one thing in common. Angus. The one they fell in love with…

My opinion:

OMG! Where to start... Paige created a perfect storyline, with well lined out characters, a lot of passion, beautiful writing and a wonderful ambiance. It’s unexpected and very unique and that’s what makes it really special. Read my review here: http://skysbookcorner.blogspot.ch/2016/06/the-one-we-fell-in-love-with-by-paige.html

Paige on Twitter: @PaigeToonAuthor

Website: http://www.paigetoon.com

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