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Midsummer Dreams at Inishbeg Cove: The series everyone is falling in love with
1915: With Europe at war, miles away from the battlefields Louisa risks everything to be with her true love.
As Grace and her father Patrick, embark on the restoration of Cavendish Hall, they begin to wonder whether they have bitten off more than they can chew but when happy-go-lucky builder Luke comes on the scene, it seems all their prayers have been answered.
When Patrick finds some letters hidden in the rafters of the house, they uncover a shocking secret and are drawn into an extraordinary tale of forbidden love and heartbreak. As they try to unravel the mystery of what happened all those years ago, can they finally put the past to rest?
As Grace races to get Cavendish Hall open for midsummer’s night, there is no denying the growing chemistry between her and Luke but with only hours to go until the grand opening, disaster strikes. As sparks fly on midsummer’s night, the only certainty is that things will never be the same again.
As Grace and her father Patrick, embark on the restoration of Cavendish Hall, they begin to wonder whether they have bitten off more than they can chew but when happy-go-lucky builder Luke comes on the scene, it seems all their prayers have been answered.
When Patrick finds some letters hidden in the rafters of the house, they uncover a shocking secret and are drawn into an extraordinary tale of forbidden love and heartbreak. As they try to unravel the mystery of what happened all those years ago, can they finally put the past to rest?
As Grace races to get Cavendish Hall open for midsummer’s night, there is no denying the growing chemistry between her and Luke but with only hours to go until the grand opening, disaster strikes. As sparks fly on midsummer’s night, the only certainty is that things will never be the same again.
230 pages, Paperback
Published September 27, 2023
5 people want to read
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Izzy Bayliss
19 books51 followersIzzy Bayliss lives in Ireland with her husband, children and their dog. A romantic at heart, she loves nothing more than cosying up in front of the fire with a good book. Her motto is that reality is over-rated and she is happiest staring into space and day-dreaming.
You can find her hanging about on Facebook @izzybaylissauthor or Twitter @izzybayliss
You can find her hanging about on Facebook @izzybaylissauthor or Twitter @izzybayliss
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October 23, 2023
This is the 4th book set in Inishbeg Cove, Ireland, telling the stories of the people who live in the village.
This book is about Grace, her father Patrick, and their family home, Cavendish Hall. Grace has only just found Patrick after she moved to the Cove in the last book. They've decided to try and renovate the large house, needing to make it pay; otherwise, they will lose it. Needing a contractor, Grace finds Luke. Their aim is for the newly renovated Cavendish Hall to be opened on Midsummer's Night at a Ball, to which all are invited.
During the renovations, Grace finds a tin of letters from 1915, they look to be between someone who lived in the house and a worker on the estate. She gets caught up in their romance and leaves her determined to find out more.
I really enjoyed reading this latest instalment from Inishbeg Cove and hope there are more stories to come from there. Whilst each book centers around different people, the books follow on from each other; they are best read in order of publication to preserve continuity of the characters and wider storyline.
This book is about Grace, her father Patrick, and their family home, Cavendish Hall. Grace has only just found Patrick after she moved to the Cove in the last book. They've decided to try and renovate the large house, needing to make it pay; otherwise, they will lose it. Needing a contractor, Grace finds Luke. Their aim is for the newly renovated Cavendish Hall to be opened on Midsummer's Night at a Ball, to which all are invited.
During the renovations, Grace finds a tin of letters from 1915, they look to be between someone who lived in the house and a worker on the estate. She gets caught up in their romance and leaves her determined to find out more.
I really enjoyed reading this latest instalment from Inishbeg Cove and hope there are more stories to come from there. Whilst each book centers around different people, the books follow on from each other; they are best read in order of publication to preserve continuity of the characters and wider storyline.
October 14, 2025
“Midsummer Dreams at Inishbeg Cove” is an enchanting blend of past and present, love and loss, all set against the atmospheric backdrop of rural Ireland. Izzy Bayliss captures both the ache and the wonder of human connection with grace and precision.
The dual timeline between Grace’s modern-day restoration of Cavendish Hall and Louisa’s 1915 wartime romance unfolds beautifully, each chapter revealing another layer of longing, courage, and the haunting pull of destiny. The discovery of hidden letters adds a rich, mysterious thread that ties generations together a reminder that love often outlasts the world’s greatest upheavals.
Bayliss writes with tenderness and an artist’s eye for detail every crumbling wall, every whispered secret feels tangible. It’s a story that evokes hope, heartbreak, and renewal in equal measure. Fans of Kate Morton and Lucinda Riley will find themselves utterly charmed. This book doesn’t just tell a story; it lingers like the soft echo of midsummer light over Inishbeg Cove.
The dual timeline between Grace’s modern-day restoration of Cavendish Hall and Louisa’s 1915 wartime romance unfolds beautifully, each chapter revealing another layer of longing, courage, and the haunting pull of destiny. The discovery of hidden letters adds a rich, mysterious thread that ties generations together a reminder that love often outlasts the world’s greatest upheavals.
Bayliss writes with tenderness and an artist’s eye for detail every crumbling wall, every whispered secret feels tangible. It’s a story that evokes hope, heartbreak, and renewal in equal measure. Fans of Kate Morton and Lucinda Riley will find themselves utterly charmed. This book doesn’t just tell a story; it lingers like the soft echo of midsummer light over Inishbeg Cove.
November 9, 2025
The was my least favorite Inishbeg Cove book. The characters lacked depth. The plot regarding the main character and her love interest was very predictable. The part about Louisa’s letters fell flat. It’s a book that’s ok to read a few pages here and there but not super compelling.
April 8, 2024
Another great novel in the Inishbeg Cove series. Izzy Bayliss has done a wonderful job of creating a series that keeps me coming back for more.
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