I love Bella Osborne books this one included.
Ros has not had a serious relationship in a long time and her dad is worried she will be on her own when he has been told he doesn't have long to live.
Cameron is a student and works in the bar were Ros freind work.
They form a plan and Ros agrees to Cameron being her fake partner until her dad is no longer here.

You always know you’re in for a treat with a Bella Osborne story. Fake relationship, friendships, love, laughter, finding out who you really are and life not at bad as you first thought. Enjoy

You always know what you are getting with a Bella Osborne novel. Good writing, great characters and a romantic and amusing storyline. You may work out what is going to happen early on but the journey is a joy.

Ros and Darla are unlikely friends, thrown together to support each other in difficult circumstances. Ros has a lovely job, and a wonderful flat, but her father, who is the centre of her world since her mother left years ago is dying. Luckily Ros has Darla as she has no other real friends around. Darla has living parents, and friends, but since a disastrous and dishonest ex-boyfriend she has been trying to pay back the debts he racked up in joint names before disappearing. Ros’ father wants to see her settled before he dies, so Darla persuades fellow bar worker Cameron to pose as Ros’ boyfriend. Meanwhile Darla’s house sitting/pet sitting with the aim of getting free accommodation doesn’t always pan out the way she thought.

A lovely heartwarming story about the power of love and friendship. Definitely worth a read – especially on a sunny afternoon. It will leave you feeling warm inside.

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An enjoyable light read perfect for taking on holiday. I wasn't sure about the characters at first especially career girl Ros but she grew on me as her character developed although still irritating at times, the same with Darla. Cameron was an absolute delight as was Elliott with Gazza the dog an absolute star. Set in Southampton which makes a change venue wise the story is somewhat believable overall and certainly has some quite humorous in part especially Darla's attempts at livestock management or her attempts to convince her parents of her location. Fairly gentle with a feelgood factor. Not one of Bella's best but worth a read all the same.

Ros is too busy with work and her father who is ill but her father wants to see her settled so she decides on a pretend relationship with Cameron who needs money so they draw up a contract

Perhaps this book just wasn't my cup of tea? Not sure what it was about this one that made me not like it is as much but suffice to say it is the book I least like by this author.

Had this been another author I feel I may have rated this more highly. This is by no means an awful book but it's not her best book. Ros wasn't a particularly likeable character and the story line just didn't work for me. Will I read her next book - of course. This just wasn't for me.

Thank you to netgalley and publishers for an advanced copy of this book for my review. For me this was a bit of a slow burner but it soon picks up speed & you become really invested in the story. Ros is a bit of a rigid character & very much stuck in her ways, so when she overhears a conversation from her father sharing his worry about her being on her own when he's no longer around, her friend thinks she has the perfect solution. I absolutely loved seeing how Ros blossoms with the help of her friends input. A thoroughly captivating & engaging story that I heartily recommend.

I'm a big fan of this author, and I love this new book from her!! This is a standalone read and it was the perfect piece of escapism...just what I needed!! We meet Ros and Darla who are two best friends. Darla is a lovely bubbly character who, after a disastrous previous relationship, is trying to get her life back on track. With nowhere permanent to live, she's house/pet sitting and finds herself looking after a bunch of farm-yard animals, with only grumpy neighbour Elliott for help and advice. Ros is completely different to Darla, and likes to live her life a little more cautiously. Her father is terminally ill and the thing he would like most is to see Ros happy and settled with the man of her dreams. When Darla lines up a "fake" boyfriend, Ros finds herself going along with it for the sake of her dad, but is Cameron really the man for her?!!

This was a fabulous book!! It was such an easy read and so easy to get caught up in! There was a great bunch of characters nestled amongst the pages, and whilst Ros, Darla and Cameron were the main characters, I also loved grumpy farmer, Elliott and Barry, Ros's dad (although Gazza the dog was the star of the show!) The storyline was fun, but there was some more serious topics throughout, particularly with Barry's terminal cancer diagnosis. I did find myself wiping away a tear or two at Barry's story, but these were soon replaced with laughter at Darla's farmyard antics and Ros's flipchart! I really connected with all the characters, but Cameron was definitely my favourite and I'd love him to be my fake boyfriend (just don't tell my husband!!)

The storyline flowed along so well and was told from Ros and Darla's perspectives. It was absolutely wonderful and I couldn't put it down once I'd started!! If you're looking for a light-hearted, funny and warm read, then I'd definitely recommend this one. This author is one of my favourites...and this book shows why she is!! Loved it!

What a lot of tropes! I’ve not read much by this author before and I liked this book enough to start reading more of her books.

I like a fake relationship so was happy to buy into Ros and Cameron’s fake relationship to make Ros’s father, Barry, happy. I disliked Ros for the vast majority of the book. In contrast Cameron was a such a love - he deserved a much better partner. I’m afraid ther was noting at all relatable about her. A rigid, humourless, self centred bore.

Darla was a much more interesting and relatable heroine and her relationship with Elliott was just fabulous. The author writes very well and there were segments in the book that I just loved. Tha dog Gaza was just the best character!

The book ended far too abruptly for me, and I turned the page expecting more, only to find it had finished.

3 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley and Avon Books UK for this ARC.

Gosh, this book is chock full with tropes! We have the fake relationship, grumpy/sunshine mixed with enemies to lovers, we have miscommunication and misunderstandings plus a third act break-up.

Ros and Cameron have started a straight-forward fake relationship because of Ros' father who has cancer and only months to live. Not really the greatest reason to start lying to him, but here we go. Ros doesn't like risks - it's her job to prevent them. She doesn't relate to people easily and has flip charts for everything. Suddenly having Cameron in her life and even living with him shows her that it's important to have people around and to try and get on with her colleagues.

I have to say I found Darla's thing with Elliott the more interesting and amusing story - she makes money bartending and cleaning whilst simultaneously house and pet sitting, where she meets grumpy Elliott who lives on the farm next door and can therefore help with the flock of chickens and goats she finds herself rather unexpectedly saddled with. She has a horrible ex who she only ever calls a rude word because he left her with debts she now has to pay off, whilst lying to her parents that she is actually travelling. The thing with the joint account was utterly ridiculous though, why would she still use it?

I think this novel has more animal characters than human ones, which gives it an extra lighthearted and funny feel. It's a nice, fluffy, predictable summer read which won't tax your brain unduly.

The book could however do with some tighter editing so certain explanations or words aren't repeated needlessly.

3.5 stars

I have always loved Bella Osbornes books and Finding love at sunset shore was no exception! This book was a total delight from start to finish drawing me in from the start, I so enjoyed every page and really didn’t want it to end!
Based in Southampton which is literally just down the road for me in Salisbury I could easily envisage the local landmarks and settings such I loved!
Great characters in Ros, Darla and Cameron , all so very different but each bringing such depth to the storyline, Ros rather set in her ways and very risk adverse, Darla down on her luck, very hard working and sees the best in everyone and finally mature student Cameron who sounded like the ideal man!
A fantastic storyline showing the depths people are prepared to go to for their loved ones, the importance of second chances and above all hope and resilience.
The most wonderful summer read I would highly recommend
Thank you NetGalley for this early read

As an Isle of Wight fan I loved hearing about the twinkling lights of the island and the Solent. It had both the countryside and sea to evoke lovely memories and feelings. It was a great book and I really liked how Ros unfurled from her prickly risk averse ways to become more of a rounded human. I really got to grips with the characters and was rooting for them. Thank you NetGalley for this arc in exchange of an honest review.

I love Bella Osborne books and this was no exception. Ros, Darla and Cameron are great characters, and don’t forget Gazza the dog!

Ros was a difficult character to relate to at first, she was too rigid and standoffish as everything was black and white, then she needed to enter the grey area and that was when her character really started to develop. Bringing Cameron into her life really opened her up and he gave her the space to look at herself and see that some changes are good.

A pretend relationship that becomes real, a cliche maybe, but I really liked the self examination and reflection on friendships and relationships. Cameron is able to suggest other ways for Ros to interpret behaviour and offer solutions on how to make friends- solutions that actually worked as her arch nemesis becomes her friend.

Darlas story line was interesting too, a mountain of debt and an ex who gave it to her. I’m amazed someone can make a living house sitting, it sounds almost ideal.

An easy read that would be a perfect for la y summer afternoons.

What a beautiful heartfelt romance. As someone who just lost her father I could relate to this so much. I wanted similar things before my father passed but unfortunately that was not the case. I was able to live vicariously through this book and I laughed cried and loved it!

A gorgeous and heartwarming summer read full of love, laughs and sunshine. I love Bella Osbornes books and this one didn’t disappoint, as always beautifully written and the epitomy of romantic escapism. The characters are relatable, the story line has enough twists and turns to keep the pages turning and I will definitely be reading it again.

This was a fantastic read. One of the main characters had my name and that took a bit of getting use too. A lovely story of trying to please parents, building a new life, trying to stop being a control freak , falling in love and lots of animals Bella Osborne at her best. I could not put it down.

Bella Osborne can always be relied upon for a first class read and this book is no exception. The characters are well crafted and neuro diversity is well handled. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

I loved reading this easy-to-read and delightfully funny book that left me thoroughly entertained. The story centres around three main characters—Ros, Darla, and Cameron—who are wonderfully authentic and engaging. Their interactions and individual journeys are both relatable and heartwarming, making it easy to become invested in their lives.

The book skillfully blends romance with a compelling storyline, keeping the reader engaged from start to finish. What stood out most was its portrayal of true friendship and the importance of accepting people as they are. The themes are woven seamlessly into the narrative, offering both humor and poignant moments that resonate deeply.

Overall, this book is a delightful read that balances light-hearted humor with meaningful insights. It's perfect for anyone looking for a feel-good story about love, friendship, and authenticity. Highly recommended!

I was invited to read this by the publisher, thank you, but I didn't connect with the characters. I hate doing bad reviews especially as I like Bella's book but the main storyline of needing a boyfriend to make a dying parent happy is overdone.

I'm sorry but i didn't enjoy this.