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emweigelt's review
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Lighthearted cozy and just what I was needing! Easy to read and a little predictable in spots, although there were some twists that took me on a bit of a roller coaster ride. Overall, loved the book and couldn’t put it down. Read it all in one day.
So if you are needing a quick light cozy read. This is your book.
So if you are needing a quick light cozy read. This is your book.
eilidhffcx's review against another edition
4.0
A wee heart warming escapism book. I read it in 3 days, a really lovely read. I will definitely read numbers 1 and 3. I hadn't realised this was number 2 in a series but it didn't matter as the characters were easy to get on board with and vary from book to book according to blurbs. If you like romance, girl meets boy, novels, tbis is a a good light read.
strawberrymivvy's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
An easy, quick romantic read with slightly older (mid to late 30s) main characters.
Plenty of tropes - new guy in town; girl who's never left town; misunderstandings along the way - but a distracting enough way to spend an afternoon.
Not an author to seek out but not one I'd actively avoid either
Plenty of tropes - new guy in town; girl who's never left town; misunderstandings along the way - but a distracting enough way to spend an afternoon.
Not an author to seek out but not one I'd actively avoid either
leeskipje's review against another edition
1.0
Predictable, meh, unbelievable, bleak.
Not my book, but still enough people seem to enjoy it.
Not my book, but still enough people seem to enjoy it.
kirstyreviewsbooks's review against another edition
4.0
The Cottage at Plum Tree Bay by Darcie Boleyn
Catherine Bromley has spent her life in Penhallow Sands, dedicating herself to work and supporting her emotionally fragile mother. Since her father left, it’s always been the two of them and Catherine has no interest in romance. What’s the point when men just leave? And besides, her mother needs her.
But when handsome novelist Mark Coleman arrives to stay at the cottage overlooking nearby Plum Tree Bay, Catherine’s world is changed. She’s soon bumping into Mark everywhere – or being thrown at him by her matchmaking friend! The chemistry is undeniable. But can Mark let go of his painful past to be the man that Catherine can rely on? And will Catherine find the courage to let love in?
This was a cute and cosy story that is possible to read as a stand-alone. A heart-warming tale with lovely characters and a plot that will keep you guessing. A good read suitable for a holiday or a quick afternoon escape.
Rating 4/5
Catherine Bromley has spent her life in Penhallow Sands, dedicating herself to work and supporting her emotionally fragile mother. Since her father left, it’s always been the two of them and Catherine has no interest in romance. What’s the point when men just leave? And besides, her mother needs her.
But when handsome novelist Mark Coleman arrives to stay at the cottage overlooking nearby Plum Tree Bay, Catherine’s world is changed. She’s soon bumping into Mark everywhere – or being thrown at him by her matchmaking friend! The chemistry is undeniable. But can Mark let go of his painful past to be the man that Catherine can rely on? And will Catherine find the courage to let love in?
This was a cute and cosy story that is possible to read as a stand-alone. A heart-warming tale with lovely characters and a plot that will keep you guessing. A good read suitable for a holiday or a quick afternoon escape.
Rating 4/5
thewoollygeek's review against another edition
5.0
Another lovely Darcie Boleyn book, I adored this so much I read it across an evening, I just didn’t want to put it down. Darcie writes such lovely, heartwarming and appealing characters you can’t help but want them to fall in love. I adore the fact they are flawed, imperfect people and it makes them so much more relatable and easy to connect with. Each book I have read of Darcie’s is a little ray of happiness into your heart, pure unadulterated happiness and warmth in a book. If you need a lift or to smile, you need to read this and also the previous book in the series, you won’t be disappointed
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
managedbybooks's review against another edition
3.0
Catherine Bromley has spent her life in Penhallow Sands, dedicating herself to work and supporting her emotionally fragile mother. Since her father left, it’s always been the two of them and Catherine has no interest in romance. What’s the point when men just leave? And besides, her mother needs her.
But when handsome novelist Mark Coleman arrives to stay at the cottage overlooking nearby Plum Tree Bay, Catherine’s world is changed. She’s soon bumping into Mark everywhere – or being thrown at him by her matchmaking friend! The chemistry is undeniable. But can Mark let go of his painful past to be the man that Catherine can rely on? And will Catherine find the courage to let love in?
This was a fun romance with just the right amount of angst!
*Book received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
But when handsome novelist Mark Coleman arrives to stay at the cottage overlooking nearby Plum Tree Bay, Catherine’s world is changed. She’s soon bumping into Mark everywhere – or being thrown at him by her matchmaking friend! The chemistry is undeniable. But can Mark let go of his painful past to be the man that Catherine can rely on? And will Catherine find the courage to let love in?
This was a fun romance with just the right amount of angst!
*Book received from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
abbie1311's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
emandherbooks's review against another edition
3.0
This book was very predictable but that’s not always a bad thing. I read this on the aeroplane on the way back from holiday and it helped pass the time very quickly.
There was very strong character development throughout and a beautiful love story. I loved reading about Catherine and Mark, their friends and their journey. There were also side stories which were interesting and did not distract from the main plot.
Enjoyable read and would recommend! My rating: 3.5 stars!
There was very strong character development throughout and a beautiful love story. I loved reading about Catherine and Mark, their friends and their journey. There were also side stories which were interesting and did not distract from the main plot.
Enjoyable read and would recommend! My rating: 3.5 stars!