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The Postcard
Penny Leighton, TV Producer and wife of the local vicar Simon Canter, is struggling to cope with motherhood. The couple have had their only child Jenna, while Penny is in her forties and it’s been a big shock to her system. When Simon engages the services of a nanny, Ella, as a way of helping Penny, it only serves to push her further away from him and from Jenna.
After Penny’s sister arrives in the village after the death of the woman Penny called her mother, it bring memories of her troubled childhood to the surface. As a distraction, she finds herself drawn to the village’s new Doctor, but he isn’t quite the charmer than he seems, as new arrival, Ella, is about to find out. But will all this be too late for Penny, who is about to risk everything?
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First published April 21, 2016
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Fern Britton
33 books414 followersFern Britton, an English television presenter, was born on 17 July 1957 in Ealing, London. She was educated at Dr Challoner's High School in Little Chalfont and underwent training in stage management at the Central School of Speech and Drama. She is the daughter of the English actor, Tony Britton and Ruth Britton. Fern Britton spent the early days of her life at Buckinghamshire. Her older sister, Cherry Britton, is a script writer and her younger half brother, Jasper Britton, is an actor. She is married to the celebrity chef, Phil Vickery and lives with her family at Holmer Green in Buckinghamshire.
Fern Britton worked with a touring theatre company and in 1979, she started her career with Westward Television in Plymouth. She worked as a newsreader and continuity announcer on Westward Diary, the nightly local bulletin. Later, she switched to present BBC’s Southwest news programme, Spotlight. She became a known as the youngest national news presenter to present News After Noon on BBC1. Fern Britton then moved to work for TVS in Southampton, where she hosted the South edition of the news programme, Coast to Coast, together with Fred Dinenage. She has also presented other programmes, like Coast to Coast People, The Television Show and Magic Moments.
Since then, Fern Britton has hosted several programmes, which include Carlton Television's After Five, BBC's Breakfast Time, London News Network's London Tonight and BBC 1’s Holiday. She also featured in the first two series of The Brian Conley Show and in 1994, Fern Britton went onto present the famous television cookery game show, Ready Steady Cook. She hosted the show for a long span of six years until she was succeeded by chef, Ainsley Harriott. She joined hands with the British television presenter, Phillip Schofield to host the famous television magazine show This Morning. Since 1999, Fern Britton has been hosting the show and the couple was known for their hilarious presentation. The show was a big hit and won the 2003 & 2004 TV Quick Award for the ‘Best Daytime Viewing’. It also clinched the 2004 National Television Award for the ‘Most Popular Daytime Show’.
Fern Britton anchored the Pride of Britain Awards in 2002 and was one among the panellists on the satirical panel show, Have I Got News for You.
In 2006, the song, “The Fern Britton Experience”, which featured in the album, Hang The DJ was named after her by the UK DJ Shitmat. She hosted the reality television show, Soapstar Superstar, and the British Soap Awards 2006. At the Royal Albert Hall, on 31 May 2007, Fern Britton presented the Classical BRIT Awards and also co-presented the British Soap Awards that year.
Fern Britton anchored her own ITV1 Saturday night series, That's What I Call Television in 2007. In December 2007, she went on a secret trip to Basra to broadcast behind-the-scenes footage of the troops. She appeared as a guest presenter for the show, Have I Got News for You on 27 April 2007 and again on 17 October 2008. On 12 January 2008, she was the winner in the first episode of Thank God You're Here, a television comedy series hosted by Paul Merton. In April 2008, Fern Britton together with her colleague, Phillip Schofield was the presenter of the revived 'all star' version of the super hit ITV show, Mr and Mrs. The show was broadcast on Saturday nights as a six-part series.
Apart from television presentations, Fern Britton has also featured in advertisements for Ryvita Minis. She performed the title role in a Cinderella pantomime in 1988. In March 1998, her first book, Fern’s Family Favourites, was released and in October the following year, she launched her second book Winter Treats and Summer Delights. Fern, My Story was published in November 2008 by Michael Joseph and it ranked among the Top Ten Bestseller list by The Sunday Times.
Fern Britton worked with a touring theatre company and in 1979, she started her career with Westward Television in Plymouth. She worked as a newsreader and continuity announcer on Westward Diary, the nightly local bulletin. Later, she switched to present BBC’s Southwest news programme, Spotlight. She became a known as the youngest national news presenter to present News After Noon on BBC1. Fern Britton then moved to work for TVS in Southampton, where she hosted the South edition of the news programme, Coast to Coast, together with Fred Dinenage. She has also presented other programmes, like Coast to Coast People, The Television Show and Magic Moments.
Since then, Fern Britton has hosted several programmes, which include Carlton Television's After Five, BBC's Breakfast Time, London News Network's London Tonight and BBC 1’s Holiday. She also featured in the first two series of The Brian Conley Show and in 1994, Fern Britton went onto present the famous television cookery game show, Ready Steady Cook. She hosted the show for a long span of six years until she was succeeded by chef, Ainsley Harriott. She joined hands with the British television presenter, Phillip Schofield to host the famous television magazine show This Morning. Since 1999, Fern Britton has been hosting the show and the couple was known for their hilarious presentation. The show was a big hit and won the 2003 & 2004 TV Quick Award for the ‘Best Daytime Viewing’. It also clinched the 2004 National Television Award for the ‘Most Popular Daytime Show’.
Fern Britton anchored the Pride of Britain Awards in 2002 and was one among the panellists on the satirical panel show, Have I Got News for You.
In 2006, the song, “The Fern Britton Experience”, which featured in the album, Hang The DJ was named after her by the UK DJ Shitmat. She hosted the reality television show, Soapstar Superstar, and the British Soap Awards 2006. At the Royal Albert Hall, on 31 May 2007, Fern Britton presented the Classical BRIT Awards and also co-presented the British Soap Awards that year.
Fern Britton anchored her own ITV1 Saturday night series, That's What I Call Television in 2007. In December 2007, she went on a secret trip to Basra to broadcast behind-the-scenes footage of the troops. She appeared as a guest presenter for the show, Have I Got News for You on 27 April 2007 and again on 17 October 2008. On 12 January 2008, she was the winner in the first episode of Thank God You're Here, a television comedy series hosted by Paul Merton. In April 2008, Fern Britton together with her colleague, Phillip Schofield was the presenter of the revived 'all star' version of the super hit ITV show, Mr and Mrs. The show was broadcast on Saturday nights as a six-part series.
Apart from television presentations, Fern Britton has also featured in advertisements for Ryvita Minis. She performed the title role in a Cinderella pantomime in 1988. In March 1998, her first book, Fern’s Family Favourites, was released and in October the following year, she launched her second book Winter Treats and Summer Delights. Fern, My Story was published in November 2008 by Michael Joseph and it ranked among the Top Ten Bestseller list by The Sunday Times.
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July 14, 2017
Penny Canter is in her mid 40's, married to Simon - the villages vicar - with a little girl called Jenna, and they live in Pendruggan, a charming village in Cornwall. Her best friend, Helen, also lives in the village with her partner Piran in Gull's Cry, a cosy cottage across the village green from the vicarage. Penny used to be a tv producer with her own production company and live a glamorous life in London; of men, eating out, pampering herself, power lunches and flying all over the world on business and pleasure. Penny didn't think she'd ever get married and wasn't in the least bit maternal.
Then she met Simon, a vicar in a little village parish, while on location in Cornwall. They were total opposites to each other and a most unlikely couple. However, Cupid fired his arrow and it hit them both, taking Penny by surprise. She was then hit by another surprise when she had Jenna in her mid 40's. She knows she should be happy, but she can't help feeling drained and out of sorts since she had Jenna.
Her career also appears to be nose diving, now she's living in the sticks. The tv company she does production work for, wants to bring back The Mr Tibbs Mysteries, a smash tv period mystery drama, but old Mavis Crewe is refusing to write any new stories. Her boss at channel 7 - Jack Bradbury - is refusing to back down and the pressure falls onto Penny to find a replacement writer to come up with six new scripts and a Christmas special.
On top of this she receives some startling news about her estranged Mother and the potential of an unwanted visit from her estranged sister Suzie.
Marguerite Cottage - the house behind the vicarage - has just been sold, and so Penny finds herself with some new neighbours - Kit, Adam and two dogs Terry's and Celia. Kit is an artist and Adam a doctor. On the train moving down to Cornwall Adam meets Ella, who used to live with her grandmother in Trevay, a village close by to Pendruggan. Ella has been living with her brother Henry in Clapham, but would to anything to move away from London and back down to Cornwall. When an opportunity comes Ella's way, she can't turn it down and finds herself living back in Cornwall.
I simply adored this book. The characters of the village are all so eccentric and charming, it really makes you want to move to Pendruggan, just so you can sit with Queenie in her shop gossiping while sat on one of her comfy couches. Or while walking on one of the many beautiful beaches, and afterwards stopping off in one of the local pubs for a drink of cider or a lunch of locally caught fish. Please someone get me a train ticket to this village!.....
I would love to get to know some of the other characters in more depth, or get to discover what eventually happened to some of the other threads in this book - such as the storylines about Ella and Henry, Adam and Kit etc.
Looking at other books by Fern Britton, I would imagine it's a high possibility we will get to visit Pendruggan and its residents another time. I haven't read anything else by her - well, not yet! - but the majority of her previous books appear to be set in Cornwall, and some have featured characters we get to know in The Postcard. Fern Britton is yet another author whose back catalogue of books I will need to check out and add to my ever growing to read list.
So if you like books set in gorgeous Cornish seaside villages full of life's ups and downs, drama, wonderful characters, a gauntlet of emotions and to top it all off some giggles thrown in, then The Postcard is a superb holiday read and definitely worth using up some of your precious luggage allowance on packing.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher HarperCollins UK, HarperFiction and the author for the opportunity to read a copy of this book, in return for an honest and unbiased review.
Then she met Simon, a vicar in a little village parish, while on location in Cornwall. They were total opposites to each other and a most unlikely couple. However, Cupid fired his arrow and it hit them both, taking Penny by surprise. She was then hit by another surprise when she had Jenna in her mid 40's. She knows she should be happy, but she can't help feeling drained and out of sorts since she had Jenna.
Her career also appears to be nose diving, now she's living in the sticks. The tv company she does production work for, wants to bring back The Mr Tibbs Mysteries, a smash tv period mystery drama, but old Mavis Crewe is refusing to write any new stories. Her boss at channel 7 - Jack Bradbury - is refusing to back down and the pressure falls onto Penny to find a replacement writer to come up with six new scripts and a Christmas special.
On top of this she receives some startling news about her estranged Mother and the potential of an unwanted visit from her estranged sister Suzie.
Marguerite Cottage - the house behind the vicarage - has just been sold, and so Penny finds herself with some new neighbours - Kit, Adam and two dogs Terry's and Celia. Kit is an artist and Adam a doctor. On the train moving down to Cornwall Adam meets Ella, who used to live with her grandmother in Trevay, a village close by to Pendruggan. Ella has been living with her brother Henry in Clapham, but would to anything to move away from London and back down to Cornwall. When an opportunity comes Ella's way, she can't turn it down and finds herself living back in Cornwall.
I simply adored this book. The characters of the village are all so eccentric and charming, it really makes you want to move to Pendruggan, just so you can sit with Queenie in her shop gossiping while sat on one of her comfy couches. Or while walking on one of the many beautiful beaches, and afterwards stopping off in one of the local pubs for a drink of cider or a lunch of locally caught fish. Please someone get me a train ticket to this village!.....
I would love to get to know some of the other characters in more depth, or get to discover what eventually happened to some of the other threads in this book - such as the storylines about Ella and Henry, Adam and Kit etc.
Looking at other books by Fern Britton, I would imagine it's a high possibility we will get to visit Pendruggan and its residents another time. I haven't read anything else by her - well, not yet! - but the majority of her previous books appear to be set in Cornwall, and some have featured characters we get to know in The Postcard. Fern Britton is yet another author whose back catalogue of books I will need to check out and add to my ever growing to read list.
So if you like books set in gorgeous Cornish seaside villages full of life's ups and downs, drama, wonderful characters, a gauntlet of emotions and to top it all off some giggles thrown in, then The Postcard is a superb holiday read and definitely worth using up some of your precious luggage allowance on packing.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher HarperCollins UK, HarperFiction and the author for the opportunity to read a copy of this book, in return for an honest and unbiased review.
September 4, 2017
Set in the beautiful Cornish village of Penduggan, the area and community are brought to life in this novel - warts and all! My main problem with this story was that I really didn’t like the main character for most of the story - she’s such a negative person! However, if you persevere like I did, you’ll discover just why she behaves as she does and my feelings towards her did change towards the end of the story. It is a story of estranged familial relations, facing up to past events and uncovering secrets.
The pace and involvement is much better towards the end of the story. I have to say, this is not a book I’ll be wanting to read again soon, but it may well appeal to you more than it did to me. It could have been just me in the wrong frame of mind for it or just not my cup of tea in the first parts- but I did finish it, so it isn’t that bad! I’ve read others by this author in the past and thoroughly enjoyed them so it won’t put me off reading more from her in future.
I requested and was given a copy of this book via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion after choosing to read it.
The pace and involvement is much better towards the end of the story. I have to say, this is not a book I’ll be wanting to read again soon, but it may well appeal to you more than it did to me. It could have been just me in the wrong frame of mind for it or just not my cup of tea in the first parts- but I did finish it, so it isn’t that bad! I’ve read others by this author in the past and thoroughly enjoyed them so it won’t put me off reading more from her in future.
I requested and was given a copy of this book via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion after choosing to read it.
September 6, 2016
Mixed reviews about this book. While i really did enjoy the story, I found the character Penny and her negative behaviour put me off reading. I normally finish a book in a day or so, but this book took me 3 weeks to read!
Should have been a great feel good story. Just couldnt take to the character Penny. Found her offstandish to everyone, and very negative and bitchy. She put me off the book. How could Simon be with someone like her. Though in the last 2 chapters my feelings turned towards her. But it was a bit to little to late.
Love the other characters in the lovely little village of Pendruggan. Sounded such an idyllic place to live. Could close my eyes and imagine being there. Nice she put Shellsand Beach in there from her other book The Beach Cabin.
Wish I had enjoyed it more, and it had more excitment like it did in the last few chapters. But all in all would still recommend
Should have been a great feel good story. Just couldnt take to the character Penny. Found her offstandish to everyone, and very negative and bitchy. She put me off the book. How could Simon be with someone like her. Though in the last 2 chapters my feelings turned towards her. But it was a bit to little to late.
Love the other characters in the lovely little village of Pendruggan. Sounded such an idyllic place to live. Could close my eyes and imagine being there. Nice she put Shellsand Beach in there from her other book The Beach Cabin.
Wish I had enjoyed it more, and it had more excitment like it did in the last few chapters. But all in all would still recommend
September 18, 2016
Pathetic ending
March 19, 2017
My word this was just an amazing book I loved it from start to finish and juts had to keep reading it to find out what would happen next. So gripping and wonderful from the first page. Lovely to go back to the Cornish village and hear more from people in another of Ferns books. Penny is married to the vicar but never told anyone that she doesn't speak to her mother and sister but when she learns her mother has died can she see her sister and be happy or is the sister jealous of the life Penny has and has never been able to have. A new dr moves to the village and can he forget his past and be happy or do things go very wrong for him. Well worth reading.
January 1, 2018
Wonderful return to Trevay and great to see Penny Leighton again, in this new novel from Fern Britton.
Thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Penny even more, having already met her in A Seaside Affair, although this is a completely new story and could easily be read as a standalone. Penny is struggling a bit to juggle work and being a mother, and its starting to get to her a bit. She really isn't herself and the last thing she needs is her estranged sister trying to get in touch with her.
I loved getting to know Penny and all the other people in Pendruggan, including her new neighbours Adam and Kit. I also really enjoyed Ella's storyline and can't help but think this isn't the last that we have seen of her, at least I hope it isn't.
Given how much I love books set in Cornwall, this was a really lovely story, that had a great community feel to it, and was just a joy to read. It was also a relatively quick read for me as I read the whole of it on a plane journey home from the Canary Islands, and it kept me awake, and entertained for the duration of the flight.
Always love reading Fern Britton's books and can't wait for more by this lovely author.
Thank you to Harper and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
July 1, 2017
I was delighted when I found out I had been approved by Harper Collins and netgalley to receive a review copy of The Postcard written by one of my favoured authors, Fern Britton. I have read some of Fern’s earlier work which I have thoroughly enjoyed as her descriptions of Cornwall where the books are set are absolutely spot on and make me crave for a coastal retreat every time I read them.
In this latest tale, we return to the villages of Pendruggan and nearby Trevay where successful TV producer Penny Leighton has married local vicar Simon Canter and is juggling motherhood with her career. We very soon get the feeling that such a busy, multifaceted life is taking its toll on the usually sweet natured Penny as she becomes short tempered and snappy towards those closest to her and she is eventually diagnosed with post natal depression.
Alongside the present day story we also have chapters interspersed which describe Penny’s childhood and her very close relationship with her father which give us a background detail on how Penny came to be the strong independent character we find living in Cornwall, and explains a lot about why she is less than welcoming when her estranged sister comes back into her life after such a long time.
The two time frames work very well without becoming confusing in any way. Information is fed to the reader steadily as we gradually build up a picture of the family dynamic over the years and we understand that there is a lot of resentment between the sisters. Tensions build to a head when Penny’s sister Suzie comes to stay in the village after the death of their mother, making waves not only between herself and Penny but also with other village residents. The two girls’ very different personalities are expertly written and I personally felt that I could understand why they each felt the way they did about each other.
While the story very much centres around the vicarage and its residents there are other story threads and characters interwoven and the conclusion of this book very much suggests that there could well be follow up books based on them. I don’t think I would be alone in wanting to know what happens next for new GP Adam and his cousin Kit who live next door to the vicarage, not to mention the clinic receptionist/part time nanny Ella and her brother Henry. I would most definitely recommend The Postcard to anyone wanting a good, easy to read novel and will certainly be looking out for those follow up novels (please Fern!)
In this latest tale, we return to the villages of Pendruggan and nearby Trevay where successful TV producer Penny Leighton has married local vicar Simon Canter and is juggling motherhood with her career. We very soon get the feeling that such a busy, multifaceted life is taking its toll on the usually sweet natured Penny as she becomes short tempered and snappy towards those closest to her and she is eventually diagnosed with post natal depression.
Alongside the present day story we also have chapters interspersed which describe Penny’s childhood and her very close relationship with her father which give us a background detail on how Penny came to be the strong independent character we find living in Cornwall, and explains a lot about why she is less than welcoming when her estranged sister comes back into her life after such a long time.
The two time frames work very well without becoming confusing in any way. Information is fed to the reader steadily as we gradually build up a picture of the family dynamic over the years and we understand that there is a lot of resentment between the sisters. Tensions build to a head when Penny’s sister Suzie comes to stay in the village after the death of their mother, making waves not only between herself and Penny but also with other village residents. The two girls’ very different personalities are expertly written and I personally felt that I could understand why they each felt the way they did about each other.
While the story very much centres around the vicarage and its residents there are other story threads and characters interwoven and the conclusion of this book very much suggests that there could well be follow up books based on them. I don’t think I would be alone in wanting to know what happens next for new GP Adam and his cousin Kit who live next door to the vicarage, not to mention the clinic receptionist/part time nanny Ella and her brother Henry. I would most definitely recommend The Postcard to anyone wanting a good, easy to read novel and will certainly be looking out for those follow up novels (please Fern!)
July 1, 2017
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I need to confess something. I am actually quite disgusted with myself. Promise you won't hold it against me?
-breathes-
Until 'The Postcard', I had never, ever picked up a Fern Britton novel. I don't even have a good reason why either! It isn't like she's a brand new author either, I mean, at least five years of novels, and I still didn't pick one up? I hope Fern Britton and Harpercollins forgive me, sniff.
'The Postcard' is set in the incredibly popular place of Cornwall, and I'll be honest, I feel as though I could write my own book on Cornwall itself, due to how poular that particular setting is in the bookworld this year. Yes, there has been that many. However, the setting of 'The Postcard' didn't bother me this time as it wasn't the main focus of the storyline. Instead, it was a rather beautiful addition and the author had let the characters do the talking, as opposed to everything being centred around Cornwall. Don't get me wrong, it does sound like a beautiful place! I loved how Fern Britton used the setting to add depth to her storyline instead of making it the main focus.
Penny Leighton's life isn't as calm and serene as she would have liked. I mean, whose is? New baby, busy husband, issues with work, as well as her well guarded past coming back to haunt her; it's enough for anyone to deal with at one time, let alone a vicars wife! For me, Penny is the type of character that a lot of readers would be able to relate to in many ways. Not only does Penny deal with a lot of stresses at once, her life unfortunately decides to turn down the 'misunderstood' road. Fern Britton has handled Penny's situation in such a sensitive yet realistic manner, including the reactions of those close to Penny, which were quite hard to read. I say hard, the were written well, but if, like me, you relate to Penny and her life, you might find the reactions of those close to her hard to read as well.
There are a lot of characters to keep tally of in this storyline, especially as it switches between a couple of them and you have to remember who's who. For example, Ella. She's come back to Pendruggan to savour her childhood memories, yet she quickly became a well-loved character of mine. Even though certain things regarding Ella, and her brother, irked me.
Before I began 'The Postcard', I had absolutely no idea what to expect as I hadn't read one of Fern Britton's novels before. I was rather excited as I have grown up with her on television, but I wasn't sure whether her cosy personality would shine through the novel or not. I needn't have worried though, the entire novel has the authors stamp on it; cosy and warm. Between the two ladies, Penny and Ella, I found myself more engrossed in Penny's as it seemed that the storyline was more focused on her life, as well as her past. Without giving anything away regarding Penny's past, let me just say that the unwelcome visitor annoyed me in many ways. So much so, I became rather emotional and defensive where Penny was concerned. How daft is that?
I thoroughly enjoy 'The Postcard', except for one part. After I finished reading the book I went scouring on Twitter to see if I could see anything about a next book. Luckily, I found what I was after, but, if I hadn't, I would have been pretty miffed. Which part annoyed me? The ending. Thankfully there will be another book but when I had closed the book, I had no idea of that, so I have to admit that I was rather annoyed. Sorry!
Overall, I thought that Fern Britton's novel was the perfect novel to cosy up with and escape into. I loved how there was more to the storyline than the cover seemed to suggest. All of the characters were very three-dimensional and extremely unique, each adding something rather special to the overall storyline. The setting, as you know, pleasantly surprised me and I will hold my hands up and say that. But, if I had to choose what I loved most about Fern Britton's novel, it would have to be how relatable the storyline was. I became quite emotional at the poignancy of those parts, as they were written incredibly beautifully and realistically. They made me realise that it was okay to admit that you weren't okay. They made me realise that faking happiness isn't the answer. They also made me realise how fragile our hearts are, and how the smallest things can fix them in minutes.
Beautiful.
Big thanks to Harpercollins.
I need to confess something. I am actually quite disgusted with myself. Promise you won't hold it against me?
-breathes-
Until 'The Postcard', I had never, ever picked up a Fern Britton novel. I don't even have a good reason why either! It isn't like she's a brand new author either, I mean, at least five years of novels, and I still didn't pick one up? I hope Fern Britton and Harpercollins forgive me, sniff.
'The Postcard' is set in the incredibly popular place of Cornwall, and I'll be honest, I feel as though I could write my own book on Cornwall itself, due to how poular that particular setting is in the bookworld this year. Yes, there has been that many. However, the setting of 'The Postcard' didn't bother me this time as it wasn't the main focus of the storyline. Instead, it was a rather beautiful addition and the author had let the characters do the talking, as opposed to everything being centred around Cornwall. Don't get me wrong, it does sound like a beautiful place! I loved how Fern Britton used the setting to add depth to her storyline instead of making it the main focus.
Penny Leighton's life isn't as calm and serene as she would have liked. I mean, whose is? New baby, busy husband, issues with work, as well as her well guarded past coming back to haunt her; it's enough for anyone to deal with at one time, let alone a vicars wife! For me, Penny is the type of character that a lot of readers would be able to relate to in many ways. Not only does Penny deal with a lot of stresses at once, her life unfortunately decides to turn down the 'misunderstood' road. Fern Britton has handled Penny's situation in such a sensitive yet realistic manner, including the reactions of those close to Penny, which were quite hard to read. I say hard, the were written well, but if, like me, you relate to Penny and her life, you might find the reactions of those close to her hard to read as well.
There are a lot of characters to keep tally of in this storyline, especially as it switches between a couple of them and you have to remember who's who. For example, Ella. She's come back to Pendruggan to savour her childhood memories, yet she quickly became a well-loved character of mine. Even though certain things regarding Ella, and her brother, irked me.
Before I began 'The Postcard', I had absolutely no idea what to expect as I hadn't read one of Fern Britton's novels before. I was rather excited as I have grown up with her on television, but I wasn't sure whether her cosy personality would shine through the novel or not. I needn't have worried though, the entire novel has the authors stamp on it; cosy and warm. Between the two ladies, Penny and Ella, I found myself more engrossed in Penny's as it seemed that the storyline was more focused on her life, as well as her past. Without giving anything away regarding Penny's past, let me just say that the unwelcome visitor annoyed me in many ways. So much so, I became rather emotional and defensive where Penny was concerned. How daft is that?
I thoroughly enjoy 'The Postcard', except for one part. After I finished reading the book I went scouring on Twitter to see if I could see anything about a next book. Luckily, I found what I was after, but, if I hadn't, I would have been pretty miffed. Which part annoyed me? The ending. Thankfully there will be another book but when I had closed the book, I had no idea of that, so I have to admit that I was rather annoyed. Sorry!
Overall, I thought that Fern Britton's novel was the perfect novel to cosy up with and escape into. I loved how there was more to the storyline than the cover seemed to suggest. All of the characters were very three-dimensional and extremely unique, each adding something rather special to the overall storyline. The setting, as you know, pleasantly surprised me and I will hold my hands up and say that. But, if I had to choose what I loved most about Fern Britton's novel, it would have to be how relatable the storyline was. I became quite emotional at the poignancy of those parts, as they were written incredibly beautifully and realistically. They made me realise that it was okay to admit that you weren't okay. They made me realise that faking happiness isn't the answer. They also made me realise how fragile our hearts are, and how the smallest things can fix them in minutes.
Beautiful.
Big thanks to Harpercollins.
December 25, 2016
Penny loves the peace and quiet of her new Cornish hometown. She's living in the vicarage of Pendruggan together with her husband Simon and daughter Jenna. Life isn't as blissful as it should be though. Penny is exhausted, she has problems at work and her past is catching up with her. Penny's father passed away when she was a young girl and Penny never had a good relationship with her mother and sister. When she has an unexpected visitor suddenly Penny's whole world is being turned upside down.
Alex and Kit have moved to Pendruggan to start over. Adam is the new local GP and he's also setting up a practice in the garden where he offers his patients alternative healing methods. Ella is searching for information from her past and returns to Cornwall because she has happy memories of the time she spent there with her grandmother. When she meets Adam and Kit she immediately likes them. Adam has a job for her and she's a welcome guest at Penny's house, which is next door. Will Ella get her answers and is there a chance she can stay in Pendruggan?
The Postcard is a warm and welcoming book. I loved finding out more about Penny and her family, Jenna is such a sweetheart. Simon is busy, but he tries to do anything he can to make his wife a bit happier. He doesn't always succeed, but he's doing his best and I enjoyed reading about his efforts. They are perfect together and it was fun to read about their daily life. There's always something going on at the vicarage. Penny and Simon can use a little help, which is readily available. The closeness of the friendships between the main characters is heartwarming.
Ella is kindhearted and caring. She immediately belongs in Pendruggan. The same goes for Kit and Adam, who are both wonderful. The three of them are great additions to this fantastic fictional village and they constantly put a smile on my face. I couldn't wait to find out more about them. I love it when there's so much kindness in a book. Fern Britton is very good at describing the personalities of her characters and I like that she makes it possible for her readers to get to know them through and through.
Penny's past is difficult and reading about her childhood brought tears to my eyes. She adored her father and they had a special connection. Now that she is a parent herself she's being consumed by insecurity. When an unwanted guest appears on her doorstep Penny doesn't get much support. I felt frustrated when people didn't listen to her and wanted to scream sometimes, I love it when I feel so many strong emotions when I'm reading a story.
Fern Britton's vivid and colorful descriptions kept fascinating me until the last sentence. The ending of The Postcard is surprising and gripping. Life in Pendruggan is busy and appealing and Fern Britton's inviting and good-natured writing style makes the village come to life extremely well. I love Pendruggan, it's a stunning setting with charming inhabitants. Fern Britton's books are amazing. Her stories are creative and unique and reading them always puts a big smile on my face.
Alex and Kit have moved to Pendruggan to start over. Adam is the new local GP and he's also setting up a practice in the garden where he offers his patients alternative healing methods. Ella is searching for information from her past and returns to Cornwall because she has happy memories of the time she spent there with her grandmother. When she meets Adam and Kit she immediately likes them. Adam has a job for her and she's a welcome guest at Penny's house, which is next door. Will Ella get her answers and is there a chance she can stay in Pendruggan?
The Postcard is a warm and welcoming book. I loved finding out more about Penny and her family, Jenna is such a sweetheart. Simon is busy, but he tries to do anything he can to make his wife a bit happier. He doesn't always succeed, but he's doing his best and I enjoyed reading about his efforts. They are perfect together and it was fun to read about their daily life. There's always something going on at the vicarage. Penny and Simon can use a little help, which is readily available. The closeness of the friendships between the main characters is heartwarming.
Ella is kindhearted and caring. She immediately belongs in Pendruggan. The same goes for Kit and Adam, who are both wonderful. The three of them are great additions to this fantastic fictional village and they constantly put a smile on my face. I couldn't wait to find out more about them. I love it when there's so much kindness in a book. Fern Britton is very good at describing the personalities of her characters and I like that she makes it possible for her readers to get to know them through and through.
Penny's past is difficult and reading about her childhood brought tears to my eyes. She adored her father and they had a special connection. Now that she is a parent herself she's being consumed by insecurity. When an unwanted guest appears on her doorstep Penny doesn't get much support. I felt frustrated when people didn't listen to her and wanted to scream sometimes, I love it when I feel so many strong emotions when I'm reading a story.
Fern Britton's vivid and colorful descriptions kept fascinating me until the last sentence. The ending of The Postcard is surprising and gripping. Life in Pendruggan is busy and appealing and Fern Britton's inviting and good-natured writing style makes the village come to life extremely well. I love Pendruggan, it's a stunning setting with charming inhabitants. Fern Britton's books are amazing. Her stories are creative and unique and reading them always puts a big smile on my face.
August 21, 2017
This is the second book by Fern that I've read, and based on this I'd still happily read others. I find Fern's writing engaging and easy to read, and her characters realistic - this book is no exception. I enjoyed the setting very much, as well as the very real things that happen to the characters - it's not all sweetness and light. But it wouldn't be much of a story if nothing happened! I whizzed through the book, eager to discover what would happen, but unfortunately felt like it fell at the last hurdle. Compared to everything that had been built up throughout, the threads of plot and the relationships, the ending was pretty weak. I won't say any more and give spoilers, but I'll just say that I really felt the ending let the book down. Having said that, it was still an enjoyable read and one I'd recommend for those that enjoy chick-lit/women's fiction.
June 14, 2017
The Postcard by Fern Britton is a contemporary story surrounding two sets of siblings and secrets from the past. It was a wonderful entertaining read that had my pulse rising as I read towards the conclusion.
Families can be messy affairs - a melting pot for jealousy, hurt feelings and sibling rivalry. This is explored within the pages of The Postcard.
Everyone has secrets. Secrets can become a burden over time. They need to be shared or they will break the person carrying them, with their weight.
The novel delved into the topic of mothers. They come in different forms and can make or mar a child. There are several within the book.
There are the difficult topics of post natal depression, suicide and mental illness. They are sensitively presented. I think all Mums will be able to identify with the feelings of overwhelming love for our newborns coupled with tears and feelings of unable to cope, whilst trying to present a composed front to the world. The main character really came alive for me as I empathised completely.
Set in a small village in Cornwall, the novel was warm and welcoming. There were an eclectic mix of characters who endeared themselves to the reader. It was a pleasure to get to know them.
This was my first novel by Fern Britton and I enjoyed it immensely. I just could not put it down. I 'felt' very much included in the novel and was sorry to see it end.
A feel-good community read.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
Families can be messy affairs - a melting pot for jealousy, hurt feelings and sibling rivalry. This is explored within the pages of The Postcard.
Everyone has secrets. Secrets can become a burden over time. They need to be shared or they will break the person carrying them, with their weight.
The novel delved into the topic of mothers. They come in different forms and can make or mar a child. There are several within the book.
There are the difficult topics of post natal depression, suicide and mental illness. They are sensitively presented. I think all Mums will be able to identify with the feelings of overwhelming love for our newborns coupled with tears and feelings of unable to cope, whilst trying to present a composed front to the world. The main character really came alive for me as I empathised completely.
Set in a small village in Cornwall, the novel was warm and welcoming. There were an eclectic mix of characters who endeared themselves to the reader. It was a pleasure to get to know them.
This was my first novel by Fern Britton and I enjoyed it immensely. I just could not put it down. I 'felt' very much included in the novel and was sorry to see it end.
A feel-good community read.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
October 25, 2017
I enjoyed this book with a cliff hanger at the end
May 1, 2020
This was okay but a little confusing at times.
January 29, 2022
Could not put it down, need to get the sequel asap
June 4, 2024
A cute read! My first Fern Britton book and it was a nice one. Although a lot happened and it was based over a long period it still felt like a pretty slow story. I liked the wholesomeness of the Cornish lifestyle coming through, but since I’m used to more fast paced thriller style this just didn’t feel so suspenseful or shocking to me (not that it was meant to - just my preference). Sweet book and would recommend for those who like an easy read.
August 16, 2016
I was lucky to receive a signed copy of this from the publishers, Harper Collins, for which i was very grateful
Set in the beautiful Cornish village of Pendruggan, this is a story that immediately draws the reader in and makes them feel like a fly on the wall to the goings on of a variety of characters - some more likeable than others!
Penny seems to have the dream life - a husband, Simon, who adores her, and their daughter Jenna who has completed their little family unit. But it is all becoming too much for Penny who is finding motherhood harder than she thought. It really tackles the issue of Post Natal Depression quite well, as you do have sympathy with Penny although that sympathy does wear thin a little after a while as he doesn't always seem too grateful for things that others do for her.
She has had issues with her family in the past, and those problems soon rear their ugly heads again and threaten to unsettle Penny and her family once more. Her sister, Suzie, is another pretty ghastly character which does distract a little from the main flow of the book.
I really enjoyed the other characters introduced throughout, especially Ella who is a really sweet soul, and I do hope there are plans to follow on with her story as the search for her family after the death of her grandmother was really intriguing and the ending did seem to leave it open for more!
Overall, it was an enjoyable and easy read despite the tough topics often involved and I look forward to reading more in the future from Fern!
Set in the beautiful Cornish village of Pendruggan, this is a story that immediately draws the reader in and makes them feel like a fly on the wall to the goings on of a variety of characters - some more likeable than others!
Penny seems to have the dream life - a husband, Simon, who adores her, and their daughter Jenna who has completed their little family unit. But it is all becoming too much for Penny who is finding motherhood harder than she thought. It really tackles the issue of Post Natal Depression quite well, as you do have sympathy with Penny although that sympathy does wear thin a little after a while as he doesn't always seem too grateful for things that others do for her.
She has had issues with her family in the past, and those problems soon rear their ugly heads again and threaten to unsettle Penny and her family once more. Her sister, Suzie, is another pretty ghastly character which does distract a little from the main flow of the book.
I really enjoyed the other characters introduced throughout, especially Ella who is a really sweet soul, and I do hope there are plans to follow on with her story as the search for her family after the death of her grandmother was really intriguing and the ending did seem to leave it open for more!
Overall, it was an enjoyable and easy read despite the tough topics often involved and I look forward to reading more in the future from Fern!
September 25, 2016
I was so excited to receive an advanced copy of this book, I have read all of Fern Britton's novels and really enjoyed them. The cover is absolutely stunning and I couldn't wait to melt away into this story. Some of the characters I have met already as I have read the previous novels so felt as though I was back there with friends. The story does tackle some rather personal issues but they are all dealt with such sensitivity. I do wonder whether there will be a sequel, I would definitely like one.
June 20, 2016
fabulous read - suzie is such a hateful character but it keeps you guessing right to the end - absolutely loved it like I have loved all of ferns books - read in a day - great way to spend the summer solstice as per usual I want to be in Cornwall right now - can someone transport me now please xxx
June 30, 2017
I have read books by Fern before and enjoyed them so I was delighted to be asked to read The Postcard for the blog tour. For anyone who may not know (I have a lot of followers from overseas) Fern is a well known TV personality in the UK and this always comes through in my mind when I read her books. She has a calm, gentle personality and it’s almost as though her voice is in my head narrating the story.
We are back in Cornwall (honestly I don’t pick them just because I live here!) in a lovely coastal village called Pendruggan. Penny is married to Simon the local vicar, mother to baby Jenna. She was previously a big name in a tv production and is now trying to adapt to a more ‘mundane’ lifestyle. When she gets word of her mother’s demise it triggers a spiral in her mental health which has been fragile recently. For anyone who suffers depression all the signs are there but Simon seems oblivious, he is too wound up with the care of his congregation. It seems a little mis-matched having a high-flying career woman like Penny married to Simon who in all honesty is a bit of a weed! Jenna is adorable though and is the apple of her mother’s eye.
Thankfully Penny’s best friend Helen is a real hands on capable woman .. the kind of bestie all women need. I really liked her and her character adds a lot to the story.
The new neighbours bring a little light relief, mix those with the wonderful comments from Queenie the local gossip and it’s amusing in places.
There is a running theme with Ella who comes to Pendruggan searching for her past ..
But the real emphasis has to be on Suzie .. she is the estranged sister of Penny. The author gives us plenty of insight into their childhood via flashbacks, Penny adored her father but something major causes a rift between her, Suzie and mother. I really disliked Suzie from the onset, she is such a manipulative cow, predictable in places but still addictive to read about.
The Postcard itself has a significance and that did make me blink a little.
Penny isn’t very houseproud, you will see what I mean when she does the laundry!
I became quickly absorbed in this book and it has a certain laid back charm, perfect for a holiday read so you can lose yourself in the village community. All the threads of the tale come together and tie in nicely but there is an abrupt ending which leads on very nicely to another instalment covering Ella’s story.
My thanks to Fern, the publisher and Netgalley for my copy which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
We are back in Cornwall (honestly I don’t pick them just because I live here!) in a lovely coastal village called Pendruggan. Penny is married to Simon the local vicar, mother to baby Jenna. She was previously a big name in a tv production and is now trying to adapt to a more ‘mundane’ lifestyle. When she gets word of her mother’s demise it triggers a spiral in her mental health which has been fragile recently. For anyone who suffers depression all the signs are there but Simon seems oblivious, he is too wound up with the care of his congregation. It seems a little mis-matched having a high-flying career woman like Penny married to Simon who in all honesty is a bit of a weed! Jenna is adorable though and is the apple of her mother’s eye.
Thankfully Penny’s best friend Helen is a real hands on capable woman .. the kind of bestie all women need. I really liked her and her character adds a lot to the story.
The new neighbours bring a little light relief, mix those with the wonderful comments from Queenie the local gossip and it’s amusing in places.
There is a running theme with Ella who comes to Pendruggan searching for her past ..
But the real emphasis has to be on Suzie .. she is the estranged sister of Penny. The author gives us plenty of insight into their childhood via flashbacks, Penny adored her father but something major causes a rift between her, Suzie and mother. I really disliked Suzie from the onset, she is such a manipulative cow, predictable in places but still addictive to read about.
The Postcard itself has a significance and that did make me blink a little.
Penny isn’t very houseproud, you will see what I mean when she does the laundry!
I became quickly absorbed in this book and it has a certain laid back charm, perfect for a holiday read so you can lose yourself in the village community. All the threads of the tale come together and tie in nicely but there is an abrupt ending which leads on very nicely to another instalment covering Ella’s story.
My thanks to Fern, the publisher and Netgalley for my copy which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
August 1, 2017
Very pleasant reading.
This was nice and light, very pleasant reading. It’s a cosy village saga set in Cornwall focusing on the lives of the local vicar Simon and his wife Penny. It’s easy reading, and contains a good mix of true to life everyday issues, secrets and lies, trials and tribulations, happiness and health, and ill health.
It was the cover and the blurb of this book that initially caught my eye. Obviously Fern Britton is very well-known as a TV presenter-but would her writing measure up? It was actually very good so I was pleasantly surprised. I was really pleased to find I already had a couple more of her books on my kindle, I had picked one up free a while ago, and one for 99p. Taking a look at the listings of these books, I realised they are a series, however, it didn’t seem to matter that I hadn’t read any of the others before-definitely can be read as a standalone too.
I was a little disappointed with the end section-I was expecting a big reveal but then was shouting at the book “What? Who is this mother? It ends on a cliffhanger! Does this mean you have to get the next to see what happens now?” I think she could have revealed and then continued with more in the next book. Another thing which didn’t seem too good: Has this character not changed the bedlinen from Christmas to February????!!!
A very pleasant read and I’ll be reading more.
This was nice and light, very pleasant reading. It’s a cosy village saga set in Cornwall focusing on the lives of the local vicar Simon and his wife Penny. It’s easy reading, and contains a good mix of true to life everyday issues, secrets and lies, trials and tribulations, happiness and health, and ill health.
It was the cover and the blurb of this book that initially caught my eye. Obviously Fern Britton is very well-known as a TV presenter-but would her writing measure up? It was actually very good so I was pleasantly surprised. I was really pleased to find I already had a couple more of her books on my kindle, I had picked one up free a while ago, and one for 99p. Taking a look at the listings of these books, I realised they are a series, however, it didn’t seem to matter that I hadn’t read any of the others before-definitely can be read as a standalone too.
I was a little disappointed with the end section-I was expecting a big reveal but then was shouting at the book “What? Who is this mother? It ends on a cliffhanger! Does this mean you have to get the next to see what happens now?” I think she could have revealed and then continued with more in the next book. Another thing which didn’t seem too good: Has this character not changed the bedlinen from Christmas to February????!!!
A very pleasant read and I’ll be reading more.
September 7, 2017
Life in the Cornish village of Pendruggan isn’t always picture perfect. Penny Leighton has never told anyone why she’s estranged from her mother and sister. For years she’s kept her family secrets locked away in her heart, but they’ve been quietly eating away at her. When an unwelcome visitor blows in, Penny is brought face to face with the past. And a postcard, tucked away in a long-hidden case, holds the truth that could change everything.
Young Ella has come back to the place where she spent a happy childhood with her grandmother. Now she’s here to search for everything missing in her life. Taken under Penny’s broken wing for the summer, the safe haven of Pendruggan feels like the place for a fresh start. Soon, however, Ella starts to wonder if perhaps her real legacy doesn’t lie in the past at all.
I love Fern Brittan’s novels. I’ve read a couple of others of hers and I love how fresh they are. Also they’re set in the lovely county of Cornwall (where I live). I love the smattering of local accents that isn’t over the top. Her characters are brilliant too. Only one person I didn’t like (but I loved to hate her!)
Did I say I loved this book? I can’t say it often enough! 5*
Young Ella has come back to the place where she spent a happy childhood with her grandmother. Now she’s here to search for everything missing in her life. Taken under Penny’s broken wing for the summer, the safe haven of Pendruggan feels like the place for a fresh start. Soon, however, Ella starts to wonder if perhaps her real legacy doesn’t lie in the past at all.
I love Fern Brittan’s novels. I’ve read a couple of others of hers and I love how fresh they are. Also they’re set in the lovely county of Cornwall (where I live). I love the smattering of local accents that isn’t over the top. Her characters are brilliant too. Only one person I didn’t like (but I loved to hate her!)
Did I say I loved this book? I can’t say it often enough! 5*
April 29, 2018
Fern takes us back to Cornwall and to a place we have visited before - Pendruggan. If you have read any of Fern's previous books then you will immediately recognise the characters and the setting. However it can quite easily be read as a standalone novel and will no doubt tempt you to go back and read more about Pendruggan and its residents!
Penny seems to be settled as the vicars' wife and mother to the gorgeous Jenna, she is also still very much involved in her job as a television producer. She has all she needs in the village, her family and her close friend Helen.
But when her sister turns up to share the news that her mother has died at the same as her popular television programme is cancelled Penny struggles to cope. Her cry for help is noticed but not properly heard and it takes an outsider to realise what is going on as Penny's past is laid bare for all to see.
Ella is that outsider, she becomes involved in Penny's life through looking after Jenna as well as working for Penny's new next door neighbour Kit. Ella though is in Pendruggan for another reason, she has come to speak to her grandmother's solicitor about her legacy - trouble is Ella is not the recipient that is Ella's mother who walked out and left Ella and her brother a very long time ago.
This novel for me was really honest as it deals with some rather sensitive issues and I became immersed in the storyline. Penny's decline of mental health was distressing to read and I wanted to step inside of the book and somehow do something to help. In equal measure I also wanted to step inside and have it out with Penny's sister about her behaviour. That is how good I think the writing is - when you want to throttle a particular character on one page and sweep up another into a hug on the next.
Along with the main characters there is of course all the secondary ones and the lovely quirikness of village life that jumps off the page along with the setting and the scenery - what more could you want in a book?
A worthy read.
Penny seems to be settled as the vicars' wife and mother to the gorgeous Jenna, she is also still very much involved in her job as a television producer. She has all she needs in the village, her family and her close friend Helen.
But when her sister turns up to share the news that her mother has died at the same as her popular television programme is cancelled Penny struggles to cope. Her cry for help is noticed but not properly heard and it takes an outsider to realise what is going on as Penny's past is laid bare for all to see.
Ella is that outsider, she becomes involved in Penny's life through looking after Jenna as well as working for Penny's new next door neighbour Kit. Ella though is in Pendruggan for another reason, she has come to speak to her grandmother's solicitor about her legacy - trouble is Ella is not the recipient that is Ella's mother who walked out and left Ella and her brother a very long time ago.
This novel for me was really honest as it deals with some rather sensitive issues and I became immersed in the storyline. Penny's decline of mental health was distressing to read and I wanted to step inside of the book and somehow do something to help. In equal measure I also wanted to step inside and have it out with Penny's sister about her behaviour. That is how good I think the writing is - when you want to throttle a particular character on one page and sweep up another into a hug on the next.
Along with the main characters there is of course all the secondary ones and the lovely quirikness of village life that jumps off the page along with the setting and the scenery - what more could you want in a book?
A worthy read.
September 17, 2018
I was pleasantly surprised by this book, as I have an abject fear of celebrities writing novels. Sadly, it is rare that a TV celebrity can transition so well into the art of writing a novel. Britton may have background in journalism, which does give her a bit of a head start but nevertheless I found this book quite pleasing. Yes there are the tropes sadly overused in what my Father-In-Law calls "books by women for women", the quaint village, the romance and the pretty little cottage on the front cover of the book. Not to mention Cornwall, which I know is beautiful but seriously people books can be set in other parts of the country - Dorset, Cambridge, Lincolnshire anyone?! However, Britton writes a story in which i genuinely found myself caring about some of the characters and her decision to keep it a largely ensemble piece refreshing.
Thank you to Goodreads and the publishers for the copy to review (without prejudice).
Thank you to Goodreads and the publishers for the copy to review (without prejudice).
March 25, 2022
A really quick read, I’ve read one of Fern’s book before this one and one after so did know the characters. It started off really good but then went a little flat and then the story with Penny’s sister Susie was a little silly for me and also predictable. The character Ella didn’t feature in it as much as I hoped and felt she was in it to set up her own story in another book which is perfectly fine but I feel the synopsis on the back of the book is a little misleading.
September 3, 2017
This is a very easy, quick read and I really enjoyed it. Others have said they disliked the main character, Penny, but I felt sorry for her and her background and felt it made her a real 3D character. People are made of light and shade, and can have a darker side if they have had a troubled background, but Penny wants to give her family a better life than she had, and is essentially a good person.
I loved the characterisation, and can see that some of her books continue the story of the different people in the village. I would love to read a sequel to this one.
I loved the characterisation, and can see that some of her books continue the story of the different people in the village. I would love to read a sequel to this one.
May 17, 2018
This may not be a great literary work of art, but it's just what the doctor ordered when you don't feel like getting your head round a more substantial novel and just need a pleasant light read. Quality chick-lit.
The characters are quite appealing without being caricatural, and the setting is... well, it's Cornwall!
The characters are quite appealing without being caricatural, and the setting is... well, it's Cornwall!
August 10, 2017
Thoroughly enjoyed this story of estranged sisters. A great cast of characters (some of whom we have met in a previous novel) and a strong storyline. A bit predictable but entertaining none the less!
April 22, 2019
- Some tough topics
- Deals with a number of personal issues
- Very well written
- Quick and easy to read
- Really enjoyable
- I love the scenery and descriptions of the sea/sand/Cornwall
I will definitely look into more of Fern's books.
- Deals with a number of personal issues
- Very well written
- Quick and easy to read
- Really enjoyable
- I love the scenery and descriptions of the sea/sand/Cornwall
I will definitely look into more of Fern's books.
June 19, 2023
I have never read any of Fern's books , this was very good, I could not put it down . Secrets between sisters, twists turns and corniche village life . Definetly something to keep you hooked.
February 25, 2025
Couldn’t put the book down, so good
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