I feel like this is a new kind of direction for Tilly Tennant, and whilst it wasn't my favourite storyline of hers I still really enjoyed it and got through it quickly!

The story follows Ashley and her daughter Molly on a holiday to France where Ashley bumps into her daughters long-lost dad. Along the course of the story, Ashley and Haydon get to know each other and learn that there are still sparks flying between the pair. As well as this, Ashley needs to decide whether to tell Haydon that Molly is his daughter, or to keep it quiet. It's an intriguing and heartwarming story and I really enjoyed the ending.

Overall, a lovely summery book set in France - my favourite setting of a summer book! Thank you to the publisher for a chance to read this novel via Netgalley, which I have reviewed honestly.

2.5 stars

This was a hard book for me to rate. It's well written but I didn't connect to the story or any of the characters and I really disliked Ashley's mum.

I'm sure many people will enjoy it but unfortunately it wasn't for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Ashley and Haydon’s Story picks up over sixteen years after the first met an lost touch. A lot has happened during that time. Ashley gave birth to a daughter that Hayden knew nothing about and Hayden married and had a daughter with his ex-wife. They meet again unexpectedly while vacationing in the south of France. Eventually, the truth comes out and everyone tries to deal with the new normal.

Received this advanced copy from #netgallery. Loved this quick, light read, perfect for a summer weekend. I related to Ashley struggles and celebrations of being a single mom. All of the characters were likeable but also realistic in their portrayal of living as modern families, without making the story heavy.