A letter. A phone call. And just like that, Nellie’s life will never be the same.

Reeling from heartbreak, Nellie never expected to inherit everything from her beloved Aunt Lil—the charming beach house, the quirky poodle, and a one-way ticket back to Muddleford, the seaside town she hasn’t seen in twenty years.

As she steps onto the golden sands of her childhood, memories come rushing back: the salty breeze, the laughter, and a stolen kiss with a boy named Jack. Now, Jack is still in town—only he’s all grown up. A devilishly handsome vet with every pet owner (and Nellie) swooning over him. The sparks are undeniable, but just as Nellie dares to believe in love again, she uncovers a secret about Jack that could shatter everything.

With her heart on the line and the past refusing to stay buried, Nellie faces an impossible choice: walk away from Muddleford forever or risk it all for a future she never imagined.

A heartwarming and uplifting summer read about love, second chances, and finding a home where you least expect it—perfect for fans of Carole Matthews, Nicola May, and Milly Johnson.

Kim Nash is an author of uplifting, funny, heartwarming, romantic, feel-good fiction. She live in Staffordshire with her son, Ollie.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wow just wow… just brilliant. Will make you smile, laugh and pull at your heart strings... an easy 5 stars.' Baker’s Not So Secret Blog

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fab, fab, fab! If I had a checklist of everything a fabulous feel-good read should have, this book would tick all the boxes. ’ Stardust Book Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I absolutely loved my trip down to Muddleford Cove, in fact so much so I couldn't put the book down. The seaside backdrop of the story becomes a much-loved place you would like to visit. It's 5 fat stars from me!' Nicola May, author

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'LOVED this warm, touching - and uplifting read, with laughs along the way. Well written by a great storyteller. Highly recommended!' Sue Watson, Author

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'There are lots of inspirational messages, a brilliant community, a superb setting and so much more to enjoy in this delightful romantic comedy. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and can’t recommend it highly enough!' Splashes Into Books

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An uplifting, delightful book of hope, growth, sunshine, laughter and friendship with more than a smattering of romance.' Crooks on Books

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An absolute delight of a book. A real heartwarming story. I just couldn't put it down.' StefLoz Book Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A wonderfully heartwarming and uplifting read that I absolutely adored.' By the Letter Book Reviews

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An unmissable book that will fill your heart with joy.' Eatwell2015

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