Thursday, 26 February 2026

Escape to Seahaven Bay by Nicola May

 




Escape To Seahaven Bay

The heartwarming new novel from the author of the million-copy bestselling Cockleberry Bay series

Seahaven Bay has always been a place where the sparkling tides bring laughter, love and a lot of fun. But when Rita Jory’s beloved husband Archie dies in a tragic accident, she’s left alone on their failing Cornish farm with nothing but her grieving heart, a mountain of debt and some very badly behaved goats. Faced with selling the home she loves or finding a way to make it pay, Rita has a moment of desperate inspiration. She decides to transform her beloved Seahaven Farm into a place where broken souls can heal by the sea.

With help from her sharp-tongued mother-in-law, loyal best friend, daughter and new friends, the rundown farm soon blossoms into a haven of healing, creativity and community. Rita dares to believe her future might still shimmer with possibility – and even admits her growing attraction to Jago, the gorgeous neighbouring farmer with whom the Jorys had a decades-long feud.

But just as Rita begins to find peace, long-buried secrets about Archie’s past begin to surface, forcing her to question everything she believed about the life they built together.

Rita must discover the truth and decide if she’s ready to open her heart again – to love, to hope, and to the possibility that even after loss, life can still be full of surprises.

A tender, uplifting and hilarious tale of resilience, friendship and finding light in the darkest moments, perfect for fans of Jill Mansell, Jojo Moyes and Amanda Prowse.

Purchase Links –

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Escape-Seahaven-Bay-Nicola-May-ebook/dp/B0FGB43VLH

https://www.amazon.com/Escape-Seahaven-Bay-Nicola-May-ebook/dp/B0FGB43VLH


What did I think?

Now I haven't read a Nicola May book for some time - in fact I'm not sure I finished the last series (hides in shame) But this book is the start if a brand new series so thought it was the right place to dive back in.

I have to say this was a joy to read - a perfect tonic for me.  Loved the cast of characters - what a bunch of strong females who made me smile throughout the story. Love a setting by the sea - I will be forever grateful to have the coast on my doorstep and just seeing the sea makes me feel better - it is true what they say about vitamin sea.

A touch of mystery and intrigue just to spice things up a wee bit.

But the best part for me is that (fingers crossed) we don't have to wait too long for book 2. I am fully invested in these ladies and the farm and need to know what happens next.


Author Bio –

Nicola May is an international bestselling author renowned for her heartwarming and humorous romantic comedies. With twenty books to her name, her work has captured readers' hearts around the world, has been translated into fifteen languages and consistently ranks in the top 100 of Amazon's Kindle bestseller charts. As a self-published author, she achieved the remarkable feat of reaching number one on Amazon twice, and has been a strong advocate for indie authors, pushing for a dedicated chart for them in The Bookseller magazine. Now signed to Storm Publishing, Nicola continues to write heartfelt rom-coms with her signature blend of warmth and wit.


 


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