Pippa’s Cornish Dream
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4.0 • 16 Ratings
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- $4.99
Publisher Description
‘The perfect summer story – a funny and moving read set in glorious modern-day Poldark country’ Catherine Isaac
Every summer has a story…
Since Pippa Harte was forced to take over her parents’ farm, she’s barely had time to shave her legs let alone make time for a date. Now she’s more likely to be getting down and dirty mucking out the pigs – and avoiding those of the human male variety.
When Ben Retallick walks out of her childhood and back into her present it seems that perhaps Pippa has more time than she thought. All Poldark smoulders and easy-going charm, Ben’s definitely worth whipping her wellies off for!
But Ben is a man with his own past and his own issues – and as much as she’s enjoying having him around, she’s got to get a grip. After all life isn’t always a beach … Then again, this is Cornwall.
Set on the gorgeous Cornish coast at the height of summer, this is the perfect romance to take on your hols!
Debbie is the author of Cold Feet at Christmas, the #1 Christmas bestseller!
Reviews
‘A sheer delight’ – Sunday Express
‘Has all the best ingredients for a holiday read: the beautiful West Country, a family-run farm, and a mystery man with Poldark-style charms’ – Yours Magazine
‘A summer romance with an abundance of country charm, Pippa’s Cornish Dream by Debbie Johnson is a standout title for this season.’ – Book Chick City
‘A beautifully addictive read’ – Reviewed the Book
‘Just wonderful’ – Lisa Talks About
‘A wonderful, engaging story that will leave you with a smile.’ – I Am, Indeed
‘A fantastic read – romance, beautiful Cornish scenery, a gorgeous but troubled hero, teenage traumas, great characters, lots of humour and a real feel-good ending. Highly recommend this for your summer-reading shelf!’ – Portobello Book Blog
‘Truly addictive…the perfect 21st century love story’ – Jane Hunt Reviews
‘What a fantastic book! I read it in one sitting and loved everything about it … I'm sorry if I sound over-effusive but I think you've got the message now. The book was amazing and I want to read much more by Debbie Johnson!’ – 5*, Annie Cooper’s Book Corner
‘A wonderful summery book, full of fun and frolics’ – 5*, Rachel’s Random Reads
‘This book is full of everything – romance, family dynamics, teenage rebels, the Cornish coast … It makes you want to go and book a holiday rental and visit the local coves! – 5*, Bookworms & Shutterbugs
‘It's a perfect summer read! I couldn't put this book down. I read this everywhere, on the way to work and even when I was in the dentist!’ -Monica, Goodreads
‘The perfect summer read whether your out on your balcony (like me) or by a pool ( like I was wishing)’ – Star Crossed Reviews
Customer Reviews
A wonderful engaging story that will leave you with a smile.
Pippa Harte was meant for more glamourous chores than clearing a blocked loo, but life takes unexpected turns and all that can be done is to ‘keep calm and carry on’. And, with the loss of her parents, the raising of her younger siblings and the management of the family farm and guest cottages fell squarely on her shoulders. She should have been studying at Oxford, and I expected a touch of anger over the loss of that opportunity, but Pippa is engaging and so very real in dealing with the daily surprises that life brings. These are exacerbated by her teenaged brother playing fast and loose with the rules, the usual maintenance and husbandry surprises that come with her family business and the daily challenges of raising children.
But, an unexpected guest arrives, dragging the onus of his bad past behind him. Ben is all that Pippa likes: handsome, charming and quite intriguing. He’s not interested in a ‘relationship’ and with Pippa’s responsibilities she can’t wool-gather all day waiting for him to make a move beyond the friendship they are developing, so she’s almost resigned herself to ‘no Ben”.
The characters in this story are layered and nuanced: the kids all have distinct traits and most feel very appropriate and real for their age. Additionally, they name the animals with some cutesy but wholly believable names from popular culture, tying the story and the children again to the present. As the relationship between Pippa and Ben develops, there is a solid trajectory and series of reveals that make this rather ‘tried and true’ premise take on a very modern feel. Narration is in third person, solidly presenting people, emotions, and setting in ways that are easily accessible and instantly bring visual references to readers. A wonderful engaging story that will leave you with a smile.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.