Warm, emotive and engaging from start to finish. Christie Barlow is one of my go to authors and the latest addition to her new series is fantastic.

I love the communities and characters Christie creates within her books- the type you wish you could escape to yourself, Puffin Island is another wonderful example of one of those places! We’ve met the characters in the previous book (A Postcard from Puffin Island) and already feel like they are our own friends so have a vested interest in their lives. Quick note to say you could read this as a standalone but I recommend reading ALL of Christie’s books.

Dilly’s story gives us history, hope, desire and passion; romance of course but passion for the things and people she holds close. There are unexpected surprises, heart warming reunions and it is all written with warmth and care.

I knew as soon as I started reading, the cosy comfort I was seeking would be between the pages of this story. It’s not even out yet and I cannot wait for the next.

When you receive a new Christie Barlow novel, it immediately goes to the top of the TBR pile. The Lighthouse Daughters of Puffin Island is the second book in the series and this one focuses on Delilah Waters. After being the victim of a romance scam, she has vowed to stay away from men and instead focuses on her quest to buy Puffin Island Lighthouse. It’s part of her family’s history and she’d love to make it her home. But the gorgeous Max Harrington arrives and it seems there is a mutual attraction. Will it be true love for Delilah, or will shocking discovery change everything?

I could not put this book down and adored Delilah’s character. This book is written with such warmth that you are instantly captivated. The setting, the plot and the characters are all wrapped up into a fantastic novel. I can’t wait to return to Puffin Island for book three. Thank you to NetGalley, Harper Collins UK One More Chapter and the author for the chance to review.

Oh my goodness what a wonderful story this one was. As soon as it landed on my Kindle I got settled to read it and didn't stop until I had finished.

Once again the author has created a fabulous storyline with a wonderful backdrop of the Lighthouse and Puffin Island. Even though this is only the second visit to the island I know I want to visit again. Some of the characters that were mentioned in the first book, and also the locations are again mentioned so this helps to reinforce the sense of friendship and community on the island.

The Lighthouse is the focus and it starts with quite an emotional introduction to the lighthouse, and the weather and gives the basis for the story to follow.

Dilly lives on the island and her connection to the Lighthouse is very simple, it was where her mother was born and her grandfather lost his life. So when the lighthouse comes up for sale she is immediately interested.

The lighthouse is not the only thing from her past, her art teacher from college has arrived and is now working for her father. Max was a huge influence in Dilly's life at college and gave her the confidence that she needed.

I think this story is such a fabulous one, and not for the immediately obvious reasons. Yes, there is the community, Dilly's family, the many friends, the history of Puffin Island and the lighthouse, but there is something more serious that is mentioned. I won't mention what these are, but I do think the author has tackled them well and in a way that shows the graveness and the serious nature of events that have happened to both Dilly and Max.

This is an emotional read and there are several threads that are woven throughout the book, there are secrets that need to be released and some shocking revelations that make not only the characters take a pause, but also this reader!

If you are already a fan of this author then I know this one will be another hit with you. If however, you have not read any of her books then what better place to start than a visit to Puffin Island. The first book is brilliant, this book is brilliant and obviously I would definitely recommend them.