Phillipa Ashley

‘Heart-warming … Fantastic to curl up in your chair with a cup of coffee in front of the fire with and smile, laugh and cry your way through. It will really bring out your Christmas spirit!’ NetGalley review ????? For Bo Grayson, Christmas has always been the most wonderful time of the year. Well, until she had her heart broken last December… When Bo Grayson and her friends meet a mysterious fortune teller, she gives each woman the same prediction: You will meet the love of your life by Christmas Day. But Bo quickly dismisses this as nonsense. And with the festive season in full swing, she has plenty to keep her busy: creating the seasonal menu for her Boatyard Café, getting her rock and roll dance group ready for their Christmas show – and avoiding thinking about last December, when her fortune took a turn for the worse… Besides, she definitely isn’t ready to open her heart again. But will fate – and perhaps a sprinkle of Christmas magic – change her mind? Pour yourself a mug of hot chocolate and settle down in front of the fire with this perfect, uplifting Christmas read! Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Heidi Swain. Readers love A Special Cornish Christmas: ‘The perfect Christmas book!!… This book will lift your heart and warm your cockles!! Just a joy’ NetGalley review ????? ‘Pure festive escapism… Such a delight… This charming book has it all’ NetGalley review ????? ‘Heart-warming festive read… Gives you a wonderful and warm Christmasy feeling’ NetGalley review ????? ‘Philippa Ashley writes such great heart-warming stories and this is one to wrap you up in a warm hug’ NetGalley review ????? ‘Such a fabulous festive story… Magical’ NetGalley review ????? ‘Gave me so much joy… I think this book will bring happiness to all that read it’ NetGalley review ????? ‘I couldn’t put this down and finished it in an evening… It couldn’t be better’ NetGalley review ????? ‘A must read to get yourself into the Christmas spirit… I truly adored this book… Another smasher from Phillipa Ashley!’ NetGalley review?????

Escape to the seaside with this gorgeous new series from the Sunday Times bestselling author – perfect for fans of Trisha Ashley and Heidi Swain. Rose Vernon is headed to a quiet Cornish village – to find the man who saved her life. For Rose, every day is a gift. She narrowly survived a life-threatening illness and owes everything to her anonymous donor. Determined to thank him, Rose follows a trail of clues that lead her to the little Cornish fishing village of Falford. But things become complicated when Rose is drawn into local life, becoming involved in the legendary Falford Regatta and meeting the handsome Morvah brothers – one of whom might just be the man she’s looking for. But which one? Can Rose find the answer she’s searching for, or will she lose her heart before the summer is over? ‘Romantic and life-affirming’ Woman’s Weekly ‘Within moments you’ll feel like you're at the Cornish seaside, gazing out on the waves, cream tea in hand. The ultimate summer reading escape!’Yours Magazine ‘A feel-good read for summer’ The Sun

Curl up with the new festive romance from the Top 10 bestselling author of A Perfect Cornish Christmas. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Trisha Ashley. Experience the magic of a perfect Cumbrian Christmas.

Christmas in Cornwall is just around the corner... Christmas in Cornwall is just around the corner... But after last Christmas revealed a shocking family secret, Scarlett's hardly feeling merry and bright. All she wants this Christmas is to know who her real father is. So Scarlett heads to the little Cornish town of Porthmellow, where she believes the truth of her birth is hidden. She just didn't bargain on being drawn into the Christmas festival preparations - or meeting Jude Penberth, whose charm threatens to complicate life further. Everything will come to a head at Porthmellow's Christmas Festival ... But can Scarlett have the perfect Christmas this year, or are there more surprises on the way? Curl up with this gorgeous novel and savour the world of Porthmellow Harbour. 'A transporting festive romance, full of genuine warmth and quirky characters' Woman's Own 'A page-turner of a festive read' My Weekly 'Serious festive escapism ... like a big warm hug' Popsugar Praise for Phillipa Ashley: 'Warm and funny and feel-good. The best sort of holiday read' Katie Fforde 'Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun ' Jill Mansell 'A delicious festive treat with as many twists and turns as a Cornish country lane' Jules Wake

The novel that inspired a Lifetime Original Christmas movie When Emma loses nearly everything right before the holidays, she needs a change...and she's about to get a whole lot more than she bargained for... Emma Tremayne planned to be wrapped up in Christmas cheer with her boyfriend, but when she finds him in the arms of her boss, she loses her man and her job instead. Determined to find some peace and quiet until she can figure out her next move, she heads to the Lake District. But when she lands a new job with the tourist board and ends up responsible for a fundraiser involving handsome naked men and a calendar photoshoot, quiet is the last thing she'll be getting. One of the handsome men playing Santa might be the best man to brighten her holiday, and she's more than willing to try them out one at a time... Set in England's Lakeland district, home to the country's highest mountains and deepest lake, and as unpredictable as the region's ever-changing weather, this funny, fast-paced Christmas romance is full of twists and turns that are as dramatic as its setting.(Originally published as Dating Mr. December)

Escape to Cornwall… ‘Wonderful. A love story with a mystery at its heart, it will make you laugh, cry and yearn for Cornwall. I loved it!’ Miranda Dickinson Summer in Cornwall is the perfect time for a fresh start… Seven years ago, Marina Hudson’s husband was lost at sea. She vowed to love him forever – but when kind-hearted Lachlan arrives in Porthmellow, should she deny herself another chance at happiness? Tiff Trescott was living life to the full as a journalist in London – until her boyfriend’s betrayal brought it all crashing down. Fleeing to her cousin Marina’s cottage, Tiff feels like a fish out of water. And when brooding local Dirk wins a day with her in a charity auction, she’s thrown headfirst into Cornish life. This summer promises new beginnings for both Tiff and Marina. But are they too good to be true? Escape to Cornwall with this emotional, uplifting read from the bestselling author of A Perfect Cornish Summer and A Perfect Cornish Christmas. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Trisha Ashley. ‘A slice of Cornish sunshine. Gorgeously romantic, with plenty of twists to keep me turning the pages. Absolutely loved it’ Holly Martin ‘Escapist and uplifting’ Woman & Home

Escape to Cornwall for Christmas in this Top 10 bestselling new romance. ‘Sparkling and festive, as satisfying as figgy pudding and clotted cream – loved it!’ Milly Johnson Christmas in Cornwall is just around the corner… But after last Christmas revealed a shocking family secret, Scarlett’s hardly feeling merry and bright. All she wants this Christmas is to know who her real father is. So Scarlett heads to the little Cornish town of Porthmellow, where she believes the truth of her birth is hidden. She just didn’t bargain on being drawn into the Christmas festival preparations – or meeting Jude Penberth, whose charm threatens to complicate life further. Everything will come to a head at Porthmellow’s Christmas Festival … But can Scarlett have the perfect Christmas this year, or are there more surprises on the way? Curl up with this gorgeous novel and savour the world of Porthmellow Harbour. ‘A transporting festive romance, full of genuine warmth and quirky characters’ Woman’s Own ‘A page-turner of a festive read’ My Weekly ‘Serious festive escapism … like a big warm hug’ Popsugar Praise for Phillipa Ashley: ‘Warm and funny and feel-good. The best sort of holiday read’ Katie Fforde ‘Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!’ Jill Mansell ‘A delicious festive treat with as many twists and turns as a Cornish country lane’ Jules Wake

Escape to Cornwall with this gorgeous new series from Phillipa Ashley – perfect for fans of Nicola May and Holly Martin Summer is on the horizon, and the people of Porthmellow are eagerly awaiting the annual food festival. At least, most of them are… For Sam Lovell, organising the summer festival in her hometown is one of the highlights of her year. It’s not always smooth sailing, but she loves to see Porthmellow’s harbour packed with happy visitors, and being on the committee has provided a much-needed distraction from the drama in her family life (and the distinct lack of it in her love life). When their star guest pulls out with only a few weeks to go, everyone’s delighted when a London chef who grew up locally steps in at the last minute. But Gabe Matthias is the last person Sam was expecting to see, and his return to Porthmellow will change her quiet coastal life for ever. If you loved A Perfect Cornish Summer, don’t miss A Perfect Cornish Christmas and A Perfect Cornish Escape! Authors love Phillipa Ashley’s books… ‘Warm and funny and feel-good. The best sort of holiday read’ Katie Fforde ‘Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!’ Jill Mansell ‘A delicious festive treat with as many twists and turns as a Cornish country lane’ Jules Wake ‘An utterly glorious, escapist read from a one of the freshest voices to emerge in women's fiction today. I loved every gorgeous page’ Claudia Carroll ‘Deliciously entertaining’ Liz Fenwick

'Beautifully written and had me hooked from page one' Reader Review A gorgeous springtime read from the Sunday Times bestselling author, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Karen Swan. Will love bloom on the little Cornish Isles? Jess has lived at the idyllic flower farm on the Isles of Scilly her whole life, but when her boyfriend Adam leaves without explanation, Jess discovers that even her little slice of Cornish heaven can be lonely. For the first time in Will's life, he's met someone he can't stop thinking about. But nothing is simple when the woman of your dreams is working for you. Gaby is running away from painful memories, and where could be more perfect than a remote island off the Cornish coast? But to put the past behind her, she must keep moving ... however much she might want to stay. A gorgeous spring-time romance from Sunday Times bestselling author Phillipa Ashley. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Karen Swan and Heidi Swain. Authors and readers can't get enough of Phillipa Ashley : 'Warm and funny and feel-good. The best sort of holiday read.' Katie Fforde 'The characters are wonderful and I felt like they were old friends by the time I got to the end of the book.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun ' Jill Mansell 'Really well written with an excellent storyline and well-round characters.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A glorious, tantalising taste of Cornwall, I could almost taste the salt of the sea air as I read it.' Jules Wake 'I spent every spare second reading it . Well written, easy reading.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'An utterly glorious, escapist read from one of the freshest voices to emerge in women's fiction today. I loved every gorgeous page.' Claudia Carroll 'PLEASE read this, you won't be disappointed if you like beautiful beaches and gentle romance.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Fans of Holly Martin and Nicola May will love this gorgeous book from the Queen of Cornish romance. ***Previously published as Summer on the Little Cornish Isles: The Starfish Studio*** One summer can change everything … Poppy has always loved Cornwall. So when her boyfriend Dan suggests they leave their office jobs and take over the Starfish Studio on the Isles of Scilly, Poppy doesn’t need asking twice. But things don’t go to plan when Dan dumps her, just weeks before their big move. Refusing to give up, Poppy takes matters into her own hands and enlists the help of Jake, a talented local photographer. But Jake is distracted by a loss from his own past. Can they work together to turn the crumbling gallery into a success in time for tourist season? And will a summer on the little Cornish Isles mend just the studio – or Poppy’s heart too? A gorgeous Cornish romance from the Sunday Times bestselling author Phillipa Ashley. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Sue Moorcroft and Heidi Swain. Authors love Phillipa Ashley’s books: ‘Warm and funny and feel-good’ Katie Fforde ‘Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!’ Jill Mansell ‘A glorious, tantalising taste of Cornwall, I could almost taste the salt of the sea air as I read it’ Jules Wake ‘An utterly glorious, escapist read from a one of the freshest voices to emerge in women's fiction today. I loved every gorgeous page’ Claudia Carroll Readers love Escape to the Little Cornish Isles: ‘This is an utterly charming read, with loveable characters, a gorgeous location, sizzling chemistry and humour’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘You know that you are on a sure thing when you pick up a Phillipa Ashley book’ Netgalley Reviewer ‘I absolutely LOVED this book. It's just so lovely and so heartwarming that I struggled to put it down!’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘Could not put it down and read it in a day’ Netgalley Reviewer ‘This and all the other previous novels will take you away to a wonderful place and give you a great story at the same time’ Netgalley Reviewer ‘This is the ultimate summer beach read’ Netgalley Reviewer

â?? Beautifully written and had me hooked from page oneâ?? Reader Review A gorgeous springtime read from the Sunday Times bestselling author, perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Karen Swan.

‘Warm and funny and feel-good. The best sort of holiday read.’ Katie Fforde ‘Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!’ Jill Mansell Can they make this a wedding to remember? Cal and Demi are preparing to turn their beloved Kilhallon Resort into a wedding venue. With the cliff-top setting and coastal views, it's the perfect place for a magical ceremony. To launch the venue they need something special, and their first clients are no ordinary couple. The bridge and groom are internationally famous actors Lily Craig and Ben Trevone. And they have the demands to match their celebrity status. As the big day approaches and tempers soar, can Demi and Cal ensure that Kilhallon's first wedding goes off without a hitch? One thing’s for sure, this will be a Cornish celebration like no other … A gorgeous romance from Sunday Times bestselling author Phillipa Ashley. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Karen Swan and Heidi Swain. Authors and readers can’t get enough of Phillipa Ashley!: ‘Warm and funny and feel-good. The best sort of holiday read.’ Katie Fforde ‘The characters are wonderful and I felt like they were old friends by the time I got to the end of the book.’ Reader review ????? ‘Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!’ Jill Mansell ‘Really well written with an excellent storyline and well-round characters.’ Reader review ????? ‘A glorious, tantalising taste of Cornwall, I could almost taste the salt of the sea air as I read it.’ Jules Wake ‘I spent every spare second reading it!. Well written, easy reading.’ Reader review ????? ‘An utterly glorious, escapist read from one of the freshest voices to emerge in women's fiction today. I loved every gorgeous page.’ Claudia Carroll ‘PLEASE read this, you won’t be disappointed if you like beautiful beaches and gentle romance.’ Reader review ?????

’Scandals and secrets in the Scillies – sheer joy!’ Katie Fforde Christmas has arrived on the Cornish Isles of Scilly, bringing mistletoe, surprises and more than a sprinkle of romance . . . Fans of Poldark and Carole Matthews will love this brand-new festive read from the author of the bestselling Cornish Café series. For Maisie Samson, this Christmas is going to be different. After years working in a busy Cornish pub, she’s moved back to quiet Gull Island where she grew up, to help her parents run the family inn. But even though she can’t wait for the festive season to arrive, Maisie cannot shake the memories of what happened to her last Christmas – the day she lost everything. She keeps herself busy, setting up the tree and hanging mistletoe ready for her first proper family Christmas in years. Until a new arrival to the island walks into her bar and changes everything. Australian backpacker Patrick is looking for a job for the low season. When Maisie takes him on, she doesn’t expect him to last the week, but to her surprise Patrick is the perfect fit. Charming and handsome, could Maisie allow herself to hope that she and Patrick could be more than just colleagues? As Christmas approaches, Maisie finds herself dreading the spring, when Patrick is due to leave. With the help of a little Christmas magic, can Maisie get the happily ever after she always dreamed of? Christmas on the Little Cornish Isles is the first in a stunning new series from Phillipa Ashley. The perfect book to snuggle up with this Christmas. Praise for Phillipa Ashley’s bestselling Cornish books: ‘Warm and funny and feel-good. The best sort of holiday read.’ Katie Fforde ‘Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!’ Jill Mansell ‘A glorious, tantalising taste of Cornwall, I could almost taste the salt of the sea air as I read it.’ Jules Wake ‘The perfect read for wherever you take your holiday but chances are if you read this first you’ll want to be heading to Cornwall!’ Bella Osborne ‘An utterly glorious, escapist read from a one of the freshest voices to emerge in women's fiction today. I loved every gorgeous page.’ Claudia Carroll

Christmas will be slightly less turbulent than summer, won't it? Demi and Cal are keeping their fledgling relationship under wraps for now. But then Kit Bannen, a hunky, blond – and somewhat mysterious – writer arrives at Kilhallon Resort, and not everyone is charmed. Cal is sure that Kit is hiding something. But is he the only one guarding a secret? Demi is busy baking festive treats for the newly opened Demelza’s cafe, but when Cal’s ex Isla arrives to shoot scenes for her new drama, Demi can’t help but worry that things aren’t quite over between them. Kit flirts with both women, fuelling Cal’s suspicions that Kit has hidden motives for staying on at Kilhallon. Then Cal has to go to London, leaving Demi and Kit to decorate the cafe for Christmas … all by themselves. A storm is brewing in more ways than one. As surprises unfold and truths are uncovered, can Demi and Cal finally open up to each other about their feelings? If you love this, don’t miss Summer at the Cornish Cafe and Confetti at the Cornish Cafe in the Penwith Trilogy, both available now! 'You can't help but fall in love with the characters in this book. With its determined heroine and smouldering Poldark-alike this sweeping love story grips you and doesn't let go until the very last page.' HELEN COX

One summer can change everything . . . Perfect for readers who love Debbie Johnson, Cathy Bramley and Trisha Ashley. “Warm and funny and feel-good. The best sort of holiday read.” Katie Fforde "Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!" Jill Mansell Demi doesn’t expect her summer in Cornwall to hold anything out of the ordinary. As a waitress, working all hours to make ends meet, washing dishes and serving ice creams seems to be as exciting as the holiday season is about to get. That’s until she meets Cal Penwith. An outsider, like herself, Cal is persuaded to let Demi help him renovate his holiday resort, Kilhallon Park. Set above an idyllic Cornish cove, the once popular destination for tourists has now gone to rack and ruin. During the course of the Cornish summer, Demi makes new friends – and foes – as she helps the dashing and often infuriating Cal in his quest. Working side by side, the pair grow close, but Cal has complications in his past which make Demi wonder if he could ever truly be interested in her. Demi realises that she has finally found a place she can call home. But as the summer draws to a close, and Demi’s own reputation as an up and coming café owner starts to spread, she is faced with a tough decision . . . A gorgeous story exploring new beginnings, new love and new opportunities, set against the stunning background of the Cornish coast – starring a feisty, compelling heroine who leaps off the page and encourages you to live your summer to the full. If you loved Summer at the Cornish Cafe, don’t miss the next in the Penwith Trilogy, Christmas at the Cornish Cafe!