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Welcome to Port Berry
Welcome to Port Berry, where love is just around the corner.
Sophie Moore has sworn off men. Ever since her ex-boyfriend ran off with her now-ex-friend. So the appearance of handsome newcomer Matt Rose to Port Berry doesn’t bother her. Sophie knows her heart is safe.
Even if it does flutter annoyingly every time he smiles at her.
Matt Rose has arrived in Port Berry with no money or place to stay. He’s running from a troubled past, and looking for a fresh start.
Matt gets a job with the local fisherman, Jed. But it’s Sophie, hearing Matt will be sleeping on the fishing boat, who offers him a place to stay at her home Cockle Cottage.
Now Sophie can’t escape bumping into Matt everywhere she turns. Neither can she avoid noticing the way his eyes crinkle when he smiles and how she looks forward to seeing him every day.
But she can’t risk another heartbreak.
Matt knows his feelings for Sophie are far more than just gratitude for her kindness. But can he convince Sophie he’s not the only one who needs a fresh start?
Sophie Moore has sworn off men. Ever since her ex-boyfriend ran off with her now-ex-friend. So the appearance of handsome newcomer Matt Rose to Port Berry doesn’t bother her. Sophie knows her heart is safe.
Even if it does flutter annoyingly every time he smiles at her.
Matt Rose has arrived in Port Berry with no money or place to stay. He’s running from a troubled past, and looking for a fresh start.
Matt gets a job with the local fisherman, Jed. But it’s Sophie, hearing Matt will be sleeping on the fishing boat, who offers him a place to stay at her home Cockle Cottage.
Now Sophie can’t escape bumping into Matt everywhere she turns. Neither can she avoid noticing the way his eyes crinkle when he smiles and how she looks forward to seeing him every day.
But she can’t risk another heartbreak.
Matt knows his feelings for Sophie are far more than just gratitude for her kindness. But can he convince Sophie he’s not the only one who needs a fresh start?
- GenresFictionContemporary
252 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 30, 2024
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K.T. Dady
43 books81 followersHello, I'm K.T. Dady. I write uplifting love stories filled with friendship, family, and community set here, there, and everywhere, as love happens anywhere and under all sorts of circumstances. But whatever challenges my characters face along the way, there is always a happily ever after.
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May 6, 2024
Port Berry is a wonderful setting for this gorgeous new series. Cornwall plays host to this lovely village that’s filled with some incredible people who each want to help those in need. I’ve read plenty of books with a pay-it-forward café, but I certainly don’t remember a whole community pulling together to help rehabilitate the homeless. Of course, their intentions are aimed at individuals and not at solving an entire problem for all, but certainly one tired soul at a time.
With support from her grandfather, Jed, Sophie Moore is determined to offer a taste of normality where she can, and Matt Rose is their first candidate. With the help of their whole network, Matt soon receives a host of treatments, including a haircut and counselling, and he’s humbled to have discovered a village that cares.
This is a story that brought me real joy. I have donated through a local café and support a charity that helps homeless teens, but that never felt like enough. The idea that a complete network of help and support could be created was heartwarming, even though I know it was essentially fictional. I’m aware that there are more resources available, but there sadly isn’t enough.
Sophie is a beautiful person, and her kindness is something that the world needs more of. Her grandfather is a real treasure and feels like the kind of man we would all benefit from knowing. Sophie's history with her ex is all too common, and I am relieved that he is in her past.
Matt had fallen on hard times and was homeless while struggling with alcohol addiction. His determination to become sober was admirable. He had walked from London to Port Berry after receiving a tip that he could find help in the Cornish town. Despite his challenging circumstances, Matt was a good person who just needed a break. It was interesting to read about his thoughts and experiences as he discovered a chance to break the cycle of despair.
The characters are warm, and the story is totally relatable, as I believe we have all seen rough sleepers and wished we could help, or is that just me?
I have high hopes for this series and am already looking forward to the next instalment.
With support from her grandfather, Jed, Sophie Moore is determined to offer a taste of normality where she can, and Matt Rose is their first candidate. With the help of their whole network, Matt soon receives a host of treatments, including a haircut and counselling, and he’s humbled to have discovered a village that cares.
This is a story that brought me real joy. I have donated through a local café and support a charity that helps homeless teens, but that never felt like enough. The idea that a complete network of help and support could be created was heartwarming, even though I know it was essentially fictional. I’m aware that there are more resources available, but there sadly isn’t enough.
Sophie is a beautiful person, and her kindness is something that the world needs more of. Her grandfather is a real treasure and feels like the kind of man we would all benefit from knowing. Sophie's history with her ex is all too common, and I am relieved that he is in her past.
Matt had fallen on hard times and was homeless while struggling with alcohol addiction. His determination to become sober was admirable. He had walked from London to Port Berry after receiving a tip that he could find help in the Cornish town. Despite his challenging circumstances, Matt was a good person who just needed a break. It was interesting to read about his thoughts and experiences as he discovered a chance to break the cycle of despair.
The characters are warm, and the story is totally relatable, as I believe we have all seen rough sleepers and wished we could help, or is that just me?
I have high hopes for this series and am already looking forward to the next instalment.
June 16, 2025
Welcome to Port Berry by K.T. Dady
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Joffe Books and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Blurb
Welcome to Port Berry, where love is just around the corner.
Sophie Moore has sworn off men. Ever since her ex-boyfriend ran off with her, now ex-friend. So the appearance of handsome newcomer Matt Rose to Port Berry doesn’t bother her. Sophie knows her heart is safe.
Even if it does flutter annoyingly every time he smiles at her.
Matt Rose has arrived in Port Berry with no money or place to stay. He’s running from a troubled past, and looking for a fresh start.
Matt gets a job with the local fisherman, Jed. But it’s Sophie, hearing Matt will be sleeping on the fishing boat, who offers him a place to stay at her home Cockle Cottage.
Now Sophie can’t escape bumping into Matt everywhere she turns. Neither can she avoid noticing the way his eyes crinkle when he smiles and how she looks forward to seeing him every day.
But she can’t risk another heartbreak.
Matt knows his feelings for Sophie are far more than just gratitude for her kindness. But can he convince Sophie he’s not the only one who needs a fresh start?
My Opinion
Welcome to Port Berry is a great introduction to a new series by K.T. Dady. With some great characters this was an entertaining novel. A lovely, quick read.
Rating 4/5
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Joffe Books and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Blurb
Welcome to Port Berry, where love is just around the corner.
Sophie Moore has sworn off men. Ever since her ex-boyfriend ran off with her, now ex-friend. So the appearance of handsome newcomer Matt Rose to Port Berry doesn’t bother her. Sophie knows her heart is safe.
Even if it does flutter annoyingly every time he smiles at her.
Matt Rose has arrived in Port Berry with no money or place to stay. He’s running from a troubled past, and looking for a fresh start.
Matt gets a job with the local fisherman, Jed. But it’s Sophie, hearing Matt will be sleeping on the fishing boat, who offers him a place to stay at her home Cockle Cottage.
Now Sophie can’t escape bumping into Matt everywhere she turns. Neither can she avoid noticing the way his eyes crinkle when he smiles and how she looks forward to seeing him every day.
But she can’t risk another heartbreak.
Matt knows his feelings for Sophie are far more than just gratitude for her kindness. But can he convince Sophie he’s not the only one who needs a fresh start?
My Opinion
Welcome to Port Berry is a great introduction to a new series by K.T. Dady. With some great characters this was an entertaining novel. A lovely, quick read.
Rating 4/5
May 7, 2024
It Made Me Laugh and Cry
Port Berry is a small village on the Cornish coast. Small it may be, but the villagers have big hearts, and are determined to help people or are homeless, or just need help getting on their feet again. Matt Rose, is one such person. He has been homeless for a long time and has struggled to overcome his drink addition. He is immediately offered a job with Jed and his granddaughter Sophie. Jed is a fisherman and Sophie runs a small shop selling the fish he catches. Sophie’s boyfriend has recently run off with her best friend, so she is not looking for a new man but Matt is very attractive. I can’t believe I have not come across this author before, I really enjoyed this book and it made me laugh and cry. I would recommend this book to everyone who likes a good read.
Port Berry is a small village on the Cornish coast. Small it may be, but the villagers have big hearts, and are determined to help people or are homeless, or just need help getting on their feet again. Matt Rose, is one such person. He has been homeless for a long time and has struggled to overcome his drink addition. He is immediately offered a job with Jed and his granddaughter Sophie. Jed is a fisherman and Sophie runs a small shop selling the fish he catches. Sophie’s boyfriend has recently run off with her best friend, so she is not looking for a new man but Matt is very attractive. I can’t believe I have not come across this author before, I really enjoyed this book and it made me laugh and cry. I would recommend this book to everyone who likes a good read.
April 30, 2024
This is the start of a series by a new-to-Choc-Lit author, and I'm happy to report that it fits perfectly in the catalogue, even in the "old" style as it has the previously usual alternating of points of view between heroine and hero. So that's part of why I enjoyed it, but of course there's much more to love in this story, starting with Port Berry itself (a fishing village in Cornwall) and its inhabitants. Sophie has lived there all her life, but Matt has just arrived so the reader gets to meet everyone alongside him.
Now I can't wait to find out who the main characters of the next book will be, and how everyone else in the village will be involved in their story.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Now I can't wait to find out who the main characters of the next book will be, and how everyone else in the village will be involved in their story.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
May 9, 2024
✨ My Thoughts✨
I love this author so I knew I had to read this new one asap.
The first chapter stole my heart, Matt meeting Jed and everything that was said between them and the start of a new life for Matt was everything even though Jed kind of railroaded Matt but in a very good way.
If was such a heartwarming read that I didn’t put down, it was full of ups and downs but filled with love, life and new beginnings.
Every single resident of Port Berrry deserves a book in this series and I hope they get one because they’re all such good characters with interesting back stories and futures I can see happening.
I love this author so I knew I had to read this new one asap.
The first chapter stole my heart, Matt meeting Jed and everything that was said between them and the start of a new life for Matt was everything even though Jed kind of railroaded Matt but in a very good way.
If was such a heartwarming read that I didn’t put down, it was full of ups and downs but filled with love, life and new beginnings.
Every single resident of Port Berrry deserves a book in this series and I hope they get one because they’re all such good characters with interesting back stories and futures I can see happening.
July 12, 2024
The Hub just what’s needed
My husband used to work in a coffee shop that sort of did the same sort of things as The Hub. It would support people getting information to move their lives on for the better. He’d help them apply for housing, he’d help read CVs or job applications. He’d sort out volunteering positions to help people get work experience that they could then put on their CVs.
Basically I loved the story. I was sure I knew that one character was up to mischief and I definitely shouted in my head at Matt a few times! What a plonker!
My husband used to work in a coffee shop that sort of did the same sort of things as The Hub. It would support people getting information to move their lives on for the better. He’d help them apply for housing, he’d help read CVs or job applications. He’d sort out volunteering positions to help people get work experience that they could then put on their CVs.
Basically I loved the story. I was sure I knew that one character was up to mischief and I definitely shouted in my head at Matt a few times! What a plonker!
January 14, 2026
One of my favourite authors so I was excited to start a new series of hers and Port Berry doesn’t disappoint.
A lovely cosy romance with drama and giggles and moments to pull at your heartstrings.
A beautiful and scenic village is the setting for this book as we read Matt and Sophie’s story and what a lovely story it was.
Matt’s journey was an eye opener for sure and Sophie has lead quite a life already too.
Lots of other characters who are equally as lovely and hopefully make an appearance in future books in the series!
I can’t wait to start book 2!
A lovely cosy romance with drama and giggles and moments to pull at your heartstrings.
A beautiful and scenic village is the setting for this book as we read Matt and Sophie’s story and what a lovely story it was.
Matt’s journey was an eye opener for sure and Sophie has lead quite a life already too.
Lots of other characters who are equally as lovely and hopefully make an appearance in future books in the series!
I can’t wait to start book 2!
May 10, 2024
Absolutely lovely
I loved reading this book in fact I couldn't put it down. It highlighted the struggles of today with the energy bills and rise in prices of food and just living. There is a reason why so many people are homeless and each person has their own story. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
I loved reading this book in fact I couldn't put it down. It highlighted the struggles of today with the energy bills and rise in prices of food and just living. There is a reason why so many people are homeless and each person has their own story. I am looking forward to the next book in this series.
May 14, 2024
WELCOME TO PORT BERRY by K.T. Dady.
Book 1 of port berry.
I did like the cover and blurb. This was a slow starter, but I soon got into it. I did like Jed and how he was with Matt. Sophie grew on me. This was an easy read once I got into it. I did like it when Matt and Jed did the swim. I loved the ending, too. 4*.
Book 1 of port berry.
I did like the cover and blurb. This was a slow starter, but I soon got into it. I did like Jed and how he was with Matt. Sophie grew on me. This was an easy read once I got into it. I did like it when Matt and Jed did the swim. I loved the ending, too. 4*.
December 20, 2024
This is a good book. In Port Berry the residents set up a Hub for homeless people. The first person the Hub helped was Matt. He met Sophie when her grandfather brought him by to meet. Sophie’s grandfather was helping Matt with a place to live and a job on his boat. There was an instant attraction when Matt and Sophie meet. They each had issues but together they worked them out and fell in love.
July 7, 2025
A nice easy read. Didn't take too much concentration. I liked the main characters, but was sorry there were some parts I skipped because I'm not interested in tarot cards or psychics. I think there should be some kind of warning in the description if they're putting the occult into romance books like this; it doesn't need to be there.
April 27, 2024
A nice story overall about a small village and their efforts to support those in need. The conversations are a bit stilted, but I enjoyed the story enough to overlook it.
Full disclosure - I received a copy of the book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Full disclosure - I received a copy of the book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
May 11, 2024
What an inspiring read. It had a good neighbourly slant, entwined in an unlikely romance which blooms. Hidden issues among the other characters brings intrigue to the story. A must read, thoroughly enjoyed reading.
January 24, 2025
2nd chances.
It was a lovely read. There are chances and choices out there that addicts can take to ensure their lives change for the better.
It’s up to them to fight their demons, take those chances, make those choices and nobody can do it for them.
It was a lovely read. There are chances and choices out there that addicts can take to ensure their lives change for the better.
It’s up to them to fight their demons, take those chances, make those choices and nobody can do it for them.
July 13, 2025
Great theme really enjoyable story
I enjoyed the storyline. Showed a lot of home truths about the homeless and others suffering through no fault of their own. Very thought provoking in a good way. Well written plot that had some good twists to it. Makes you think.
I enjoyed the storyline. Showed a lot of home truths about the homeless and others suffering through no fault of their own. Very thought provoking in a good way. Well written plot that had some good twists to it. Makes you think.
April 23, 2024
Second chance romance with a stunning book cover
Homeless Matt Rose is a recovering alcoholic and arrives in Port Berry after taking a year to walk from London to Cornwall. In Port Berry he find a community who show him kindness and support, they help him to regain his self-respect and Matt ultimately discovers love.
An emotional story oozing with compassion.
eARC generously supplied by Choc-Lit/Joffe Books, this review is my personal, unbiased opinion.
Homeless Matt Rose is a recovering alcoholic and arrives in Port Berry after taking a year to walk from London to Cornwall. In Port Berry he find a community who show him kindness and support, they help him to regain his self-respect and Matt ultimately discovers love.
An emotional story oozing with compassion.
eARC generously supplied by Choc-Lit/Joffe Books, this review is my personal, unbiased opinion.
May 8, 2024
Just Amazing
This new series set in Cornwall is lovely. It's a type of story I haven't come across before and I think it's fantastic.
This new series set in Cornwall is lovely. It's a type of story I haven't come across before and I think it's fantastic.
May 16, 2024
The start of a new series set in Cornwall which was a lovely, heartwarming read.
June 12, 2024
Lovely new series at Port Berry, with sophie works at a fish shop selling fish her grandad catches. Matt, who turns up at there local hub where they help people who are down on there uppers.
October 14, 2024
Heartwarming story about a town who does everything they can to help those in needs.
Thank you NetGalley and Choc Lit Publishing for my DRC.
Thank you NetGalley and Choc Lit Publishing for my DRC.
December 28, 2024
Very moving
A real feel good read. The ups and downs were heart wrenching at times but the positive outcome was worth it all.
A real feel good read. The ups and downs were heart wrenching at times but the positive outcome was worth it all.
January 17, 2025
Well researched very enjoyable
Loved the link to homelessness and the acura y of working in a food bank.
Good honest, romantic story. Joyful.
Loved the link to homelessness and the acura y of working in a food bank.
Good honest, romantic story. Joyful.
February 12, 2025
Riverting
I loved every word of this story, I imagined I was in Port Berry and had all those true friends! Thanks to K T Dady!
I loved every word of this story, I imagined I was in Port Berry and had all those true friends! Thanks to K T Dady!
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April 19, 2025Just not interested in the characters or the story.
June 21, 2025
Written by someone who has no idea about how homeless services work.
July 2, 2025
Ah, this was a brilliant book. The first chapters broke my heart. Truly beautiful
July 19, 2025
Brilliant read and love the storyline and the characters and amazing find through Joffe Books.
August 1, 2025
Fantastic
As someone who knows foodbanks and community hubs/cafes it's great reading about it in a lovely, relaxing way. I was absorbed from start to finish
As someone who knows foodbanks and community hubs/cafes it's great reading about it in a lovely, relaxing way. I was absorbed from start to finish
October 22, 2025
Heartwarming
A fun easy read with great moral compass!
Great thoughts on support, forgiveness and redemption!
Lovely characters, read in on sitting
Recommended!
A fun easy read with great moral compass!
Great thoughts on support, forgiveness and redemption!
Lovely characters, read in on sitting
Recommended!
November 9, 2025
Really enjoyed it and already on to book 2
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