A seaside holiday at Shell Cottage in Devon, England has always been the perfect escape for the Tarrant family. Beach fun, braais and warm summer evenings – who could ask for more?
But this year, everything has changed. Following her husband’s recent death, Olivia is struggling to pick up the pieces. Then she makes a shocking discovery that turns her world upside down.
Her children – busy mum and GP, Freya, and amateur novelist, Robert – are drowning in grief for their father too, and are harbouring guilty secrets of their own. Will things come to a head as the family gathers for its annual summer holiday?
Lucy’s characters are captivating in their realness, asking to be understood and forgiven their flaws. This is a delightful read.
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