Another fantastic novel from Philippa Ashley. I was so excited to get this arc as I love her books. The setting is beautiful Cornwall and our heroine is sand artist Tammy. After a difficult life she wants no commitment and no permanent romance but along comes solicitor, Ryan and everything changes. I loved these two and , although there were obstacles in their path, it was easy to see them as meant to be. Dave’y was also a great character.. there was fun, romance but also mystery and heartbreak along the way. I absolutely loved it

Phillipa Ashley is known for writing cosy feelgood books and this was no exception. Set in Cornwall it features heartbreak and romance as expected.

Overall an enjoyable read.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the ARC

A new phillipa Ashley book is always something to look forward to. You know you will get a lovely cozy story with a wonderful ending that leaves you feeling all is good with the world. This one is no different, the characters are lovely, an unusual occupation for our heroine which isn’t something I’ve ever thought about before, based in Cornwall. You can feel the sea air, hear the waves on the beach and almost smell the seaweed and sunscreen. Just perfect!

Thank you to Netgalley for an arc in exchange for an honest review

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House UK, Cornerstone for this ARC.

Tammy is a sand artist in the Cornish town of Porthmellow. She takes commissions for beach creations, works part-time in an art gallery for her boss and father figure Davey and has just been accepted for three sand creations at the annual OceanFest.

Ruan is a lawyer who has just moved to Porthmellow due to an inheritance from an estranged great-uncle. He falls for Tammy fast, but Tammy has committment issues due to her mother leaving the family and then a few years ago her father dying unexpectedly under mysterious circumstances after losing their house.

As if that wasn't enough, Ruan's inheritance creates problems because it has an unexpected connection to Tammy's family, and Tammy's ex Sean is intent on causing trouble. Will they be able to overcome their hangups?

This is a solid summer romance by the reliable Philippa Ashley. The characters are likeable but to be honest, I expected more from this, as this was just too predictable. The ending felt abrupt, and the rest was stuffed into an epilogue. I liked the Cornish setting though, and the romance between Davey and Breda. I loved "Second Chance Summer" and will always read everything Phillipa Ashley writes but I think this isn't her best effort.

3.5 stars

Phillipa's books are always a joy but this may be one of my favourites. Gorgeous setting with lovable characters and a chemistry that is papable. You will fall in love with porthmallow and Tammy and ruan and the love story. A must read ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

One Cornish summer with you, is the perfect summer read just right for those heady summer days led on a beach or around a pool!
Based in the most picturesque location of Cornwall right on the coast, full of friendship, romance, history, forgiveness and intrigue against the backdrop of the sea and wonderful beaches adorned with the most beautiful sand art.
Wonderful characterisation with the thread of shared history, revelations and forgiveness
A gently unfolding tale of the unexpected with many twists and turns along the way that keep you interested and dying to know more!
A great read that I would highly recommend
Thank you NetGalley for this early read

Oh my what a read. There were tears. What a lovely story set in Cornwall. You learn about sand art and about falling in love with someone you can trust. Your childhood can do damage as well as shape you in a good way. It is a beautiful read and I loved the ending and a bonus story. Phillipa Ashley at her best . A million stars not just 5.

Every Phillipa Ashley book I've ever read has been a delight- and this was no exception.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for allowing me to read this in exchange for an honest review.

Phillip Ashley always manages to make you feel like it's summer and you're actually in Cornwall. Some books you enter tentatively but Ashleys books mean one chapter in and you're fully immersed. You might think you know what's going to happen but she always branches off into new areas of human interest. A real feel good story yet again although I did find the ending a bit rushed.

I always look forward to a new Phillipa Ashley and this one did not disappoint. Following Tammy’s struggle with life after the death of her father, meeting a new man, trying to make her sand art a profitable business plus a few twists and turns along the way make a good storyline. Ashley fans will not be disappointed!

Thank you so much for the invite to read this new novel by Phillipa Ashley, it was delightful as always. Set in beautiful Cornwall, so descriptively written , and with the usual array of lovely quirky characters it was a joy! I loved it. Highly recommended.

Tammy has known a lot of loss in life and is reluctant to let anyone else in her life to leave, while Ruan is struggling to come to terms with an unexpected inheritance. story unfolds pleasurably over the course of a delightful Cornish summer.

This has everything you might want in a light hearted summer read; romance, intrigue, sea, sun and sand. The characters are believable and likeable, I enjoyed learning about their shared family history and the backdrop of sand art was a nice twist. I enjoyed the novel and thoroughly recommend it.

I’ve loved all of Phillipa Ashley’s books that I’ve read, especially the ones set in Cornwall, and this is another cracker. I read it in one sitting on a dreary wet evening, where you just want a good comfort read. I loved the main characters and the fact that theirs weren’t the only stories being told. Although you know it’s going to have a happy ending - no spoilers- there was a really interesting back story and featuring a sand sculptor making for a slightly unusual character but a fascinating subject. Highly recommended.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publishers for the opportunity to read and review this book.

An enjoyable that is full of romance. The author creates such believable characters that you are drawn into their stories and want to find out what happens to them. The vivid descriptions of glorious Cornish beaches frequented by the main character sand artist provide a beautiful backdrop to the story.

This was an ideal read for transporting me to Cornwall’s sunny beaches on a dull Winter’s day! A love story with a twist involving an old house I enjoyed reading about the two main characters ,Tammy and Ruan , but also the others too. Having visited some of the places in the story I could imagine the beaches as I read. A gentle read very well written again by Philippa. Thank you for the chance to review. I look forward to the next one.