bananatricky's review
3.0
I have already read parts 2, 3 and 4 of this serial but when I was offered the first part by the publisher my OCD need to read a series in its entirety kicked in and I just had to read it.
This is where it all begins. Daisy Wickens has returned to her home town of Ottercombe Bay in Devon, after years travelling Europe doing a series of low-paid jobs, following her uncle's death. She learns that her uncle has left her the old railway station and one-third of his savings - IF she stays in Ottercombe Bay for 12 months.
At first Daisy is disdainful of the small town and its quaint customs but as she reconnects with her old school friend Tamsyn and Jason, who is now the local policeman, and the infuriatingly opinionated Max as well as her aunt Coral and her spoilt pug Bugsy Malone she comes to see some of its charms. Then when she finds out exactly how much money she stands to inherit, Daisy thinks she might be able to stick around for a bit longer.
Each part of this four part story ends in a cliffhanger, it's lighthearted and the village fete scene made me laugh out loud.
An enjoyable short read.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
This is where it all begins. Daisy Wickens has returned to her home town of Ottercombe Bay in Devon, after years travelling Europe doing a series of low-paid jobs, following her uncle's death. She learns that her uncle has left her the old railway station and one-third of his savings - IF she stays in Ottercombe Bay for 12 months.
At first Daisy is disdainful of the small town and its quaint customs but as she reconnects with her old school friend Tamsyn and Jason, who is now the local policeman, and the infuriatingly opinionated Max as well as her aunt Coral and her spoilt pug Bugsy Malone she comes to see some of its charms. Then when she finds out exactly how much money she stands to inherit, Daisy thinks she might be able to stick around for a bit longer.
Each part of this four part story ends in a cliffhanger, it's lighthearted and the village fete scene made me laugh out loud.
An enjoyable short read.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
mishale1's review
3.0
Daisy gets called back to Ottercombe Bay when her great uncle dies. Daisy has spent most of her adult life traveling, not really setting down roots anywhere. Ottercombe Bay might be the closest she’s ever had to a home and she left there as a small child when her mother died under mysterious circumstances.
When the will is read, Daisy learns she has inherited property but with a huge caveat. She only gets the property if she stays in town for a year.
While trying to decide what to do, she stays with her aunt. Everywhere she goes, she sees old friends and acquaintances and can’t help but be reminded of her mother.
Is it fitting to call this a novella? If it’s a full book, it’s a short one. It sets up the premise, introduces us to the lead characters and mentions the mysterious death of Daisy’s mother. Then it ends very abruptly. I read an early edition ebook from NetGalley. So, my comments are entirely on this edition of the story. I can only say that this story ends quickly but makes you wonder what will happen in the books to follow.
When the will is read, Daisy learns she has inherited property but with a huge caveat. She only gets the property if she stays in town for a year.
While trying to decide what to do, she stays with her aunt. Everywhere she goes, she sees old friends and acquaintances and can’t help but be reminded of her mother.
Is it fitting to call this a novella? If it’s a full book, it’s a short one. It sets up the premise, introduces us to the lead characters and mentions the mysterious death of Daisy’s mother. Then it ends very abruptly. I read an early edition ebook from NetGalley. So, my comments are entirely on this edition of the story. I can only say that this story ends quickly but makes you wonder what will happen in the books to follow.
emmascr's review
4.0
This review was originally posted on Star Crossed Reviews I have previously read the Wildflower Park series by Bella and I really enjoyed it so I was excited to start this new series.
Daisy has returned to Ottercombe Bay for what she thinks will be a fleeting visit but her Uncle Reg has plans for her. Even from beyond the grave. A little on Daisy's childhood and what made her leave Ottercombe Bay and why she has never settled anywhere. Daisy clearly has a lot of issues and over the course of the series, I am looking forward to seeing her exploring and overcoming them.
This book is really an introduction to the town and the locals. I really liked the locals and their little quirks. I absolutely love Ottercombe Bay. Devon is a place I love and I hope to go back to in the future. For now, this book will keep me there in spirit.
This is a short book that can easily be read in an afternoon. I really enjoyed the beginning of this series and I cannot wait to get back to it. The book ended on a cliffhanger and I need to see what happens next.
Daisy has returned to Ottercombe Bay for what she thinks will be a fleeting visit but her Uncle Reg has plans for her. Even from beyond the grave. A little on Daisy's childhood and what made her leave Ottercombe Bay and why she has never settled anywhere. Daisy clearly has a lot of issues and over the course of the series, I am looking forward to seeing her exploring and overcoming them.
This book is really an introduction to the town and the locals. I really liked the locals and their little quirks. I absolutely love Ottercombe Bay. Devon is a place I love and I hope to go back to in the future. For now, this book will keep me there in spirit.
This is a short book that can easily be read in an afternoon. I really enjoyed the beginning of this series and I cannot wait to get back to it. The book ended on a cliffhanger and I need to see what happens next.
camila_caminioca's review
2.0
*This book was given to me by the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review – all opinions are my own.*
Despite not liking it, I think it's probably nice for a good of the genre. It follows the story of a woman who returns to her home village to receive a big inheritance, which declares she must stay in the village for at least a year to receive it. She's a pretty ungrateful character that is not particularly consistent, but it's still an intriguing situation. I was quite sad to realise, after starting it, that it was only part 1. I want to know what happens, but I wasn't committed enough to go through various other books to get to the end.
Despite not liking it, I think it's probably nice for a good of the genre. It follows the story of a woman who returns to her home village to receive a big inheritance, which declares she must stay in the village for at least a year to receive it. She's a pretty ungrateful character that is not particularly consistent, but it's still an intriguing situation. I was quite sad to realise, after starting it, that it was only part 1. I want to know what happens, but I wasn't committed enough to go through various other books to get to the end.
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