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Pretty Beach
Secret Evenings in Pretty Beach
The sun is shining, Lottie’s beautiful garden is beginning to come to life and she stumbles upon an idea for a new business which means she might possibly be able to stay in Pretty Beach and keep her old house by the sea.
As life gets busy for Lottie, her new business starts to boom and as her beautiful garden is flourishing Lottie thinks there’s no room left in her life for anything else.
But just when she’s least expecting it along comes dashing Connor Bally, businessman extraordinaire, and Lottie Cloudberry is swept off her feet in more ways than one.
Is it too late for Lottie Cloudberry to fall head over heels in love again or will Connor Bally change all her thoughts of life on her own?
As life gets busy for Lottie, her new business starts to boom and as her beautiful garden is flourishing Lottie thinks there’s no room left in her life for anything else.
But just when she’s least expecting it along comes dashing Connor Bally, businessman extraordinaire, and Lottie Cloudberry is swept off her feet in more ways than one.
Is it too late for Lottie Cloudberry to fall head over heels in love again or will Connor Bally change all her thoughts of life on her own?
306 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 31, 2021
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January 3, 2023
Didn't really enjoy this, downloaded for free on Kindle (also didn't realise there were other books in the series)
The reading was generally easy enough. And the concept is something that would make a good TV show but I doubt I'll read any of the others, it didn't draw me in but I can see the appeal. I didn't think she had described the characters very well, but did the food?!
**Potential spoilers**
Several parts that annoyed me as a reader:
Everytime Dimitri spoke "in Greek". So did Lottie speak fluent greek? Why did he do this when everyone else was speaking English?
Why did she always refer to Lottie as a tiny woman?
Why does Lottie "giggle" so much. She's middle aged, I doubt she giggled like that at every occasion. And it was always giggled, does she not have any other words?!
Why does she have 3 boys but their names are never mentioned?! Why are they ALL, ALWAYS away?! It's a bit of an odd concept, saying they were grown and at university would have made more sense.
The reading was generally easy enough. And the concept is something that would make a good TV show but I doubt I'll read any of the others, it didn't draw me in but I can see the appeal. I didn't think she had described the characters very well, but did the food?!
**Potential spoilers**
Several parts that annoyed me as a reader:
Everytime Dimitri spoke "in Greek". So did Lottie speak fluent greek? Why did he do this when everyone else was speaking English?
Why did she always refer to Lottie as a tiny woman?
Why does Lottie "giggle" so much. She's middle aged, I doubt she giggled like that at every occasion. And it was always giggled, does she not have any other words?!
Why does she have 3 boys but their names are never mentioned?! Why are they ALL, ALWAYS away?! It's a bit of an odd concept, saying they were grown and at university would have made more sense.
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July 10, 2021
Less "romance=y" than I expected - a good thing. This is a wonderful story of a woman who has to take a long, hard look at what her dream might be, and then make it happen. The romance along the way is a nice touch but, as in real life, secondary to the main character's dream of happiness.
Throughout, the imagery conveyed through room and through scenery descriptions transport the reader to Pretty Beach. I would have liked recipes, though :)
I found myself rooting for Lottie. Are there unfinished story lines? Sure, as is to be expected halfway through a series. A plus is that this book stands alone. I haven't yet decided whether to read on, but I got a full, satisfying story if I don't.
Throughout, the imagery conveyed through room and through scenery descriptions transport the reader to Pretty Beach. I would have liked recipes, though :)
I found myself rooting for Lottie. Are there unfinished story lines? Sure, as is to be expected halfway through a series. A plus is that this book stands alone. I haven't yet decided whether to read on, but I got a full, satisfying story if I don't.
August 9, 2021
Another enchanting story set in Pretty Beach where Lottie needs to earn some money to stay in her beautiful house in Strawberry Hill Lane. The wonderful community lends its support to Lottie as she has done for them with her Dinner Deliveries over the years. Lottie is surprised when she feels tingles on meeting Connor Bally. She had thought that her life was to be spent alone. I love the detail that Polly uses in her stories so much so I could almost smell the salty sea air and taste the yummy cinnamon buns from Holly's bakery. I love the characters and the circumstances that they get into. Always a pleasure to read. Thanks Polly.
February 14, 2021
I just adore Pretty Beach books, they’re a pure joy to read - escapism at its very best!
In “Secret Evenings in Pretty Beach” we get to know Lottie and follow along with her as she tries to find her happy place.
I discovered this series by pure chance on Amazon and now have to pre~order as soon as they magically appear in the listings.
A superb and such a happy book series to read. Dive in if you haven’t yet discovered Polly Babbington and her friends.
In “Secret Evenings in Pretty Beach” we get to know Lottie and follow along with her as she tries to find her happy place.
I discovered this series by pure chance on Amazon and now have to pre~order as soon as they magically appear in the listings.
A superb and such a happy book series to read. Dive in if you haven’t yet discovered Polly Babbington and her friends.
February 16, 2021
Sparkling and doused in gold
Lottie has been alone for years, her boys are away at boarding school and her only company is Dimitri her step father. One evening as she's contemplating how to pay her bills he comes up with a way to keep the house. Start a pop up resteraunt, but Lottie has another thing to keep her occupied, she meets Connor, he's a God. Pretty beach rally around for her business and her love life isn't shabby either.
Lottie has been alone for years, her boys are away at boarding school and her only company is Dimitri her step father. One evening as she's contemplating how to pay her bills he comes up with a way to keep the house. Start a pop up resteraunt, but Lottie has another thing to keep her occupied, she meets Connor, he's a God. Pretty beach rally around for her business and her love life isn't shabby either.
February 6, 2021
Another brilliant instalment from Pretty Beach. Lottie is such a warm and wonderful character and I def need her to be my new best friend. The secret evening pop up events sound magical and just add another layer of sparkle in the whole Pretty Beach world. Can’t wait to read more about Lottie soon.
March 12, 2021
Another cosy journey into the world of pretty beach
All the favourite characters from the previous book s meander through this calming but uplifting tale of Lottie getting her zest for life back with the delectable Conor. Truly enjoyable to read!
All the favourite characters from the previous book s meander through this calming but uplifting tale of Lottie getting her zest for life back with the delectable Conor. Truly enjoyable to read!
September 28, 2022
Fabulous story
I thoroughly enjoyed reading about Lottie, Connor and all the other residents of Pretty Beach. I know I will also love reading the next chapter of Lottie’s life. Thank you once again Polly
I thoroughly enjoyed reading about Lottie, Connor and all the other residents of Pretty Beach. I know I will also love reading the next chapter of Lottie’s life. Thank you once again Polly
February 3, 2021
I ❤️ Pretty Beach
Who wouldn’t love the setting of these books. And I’d love to be friends with the characters. Highly enjoyable 💕
Who wouldn’t love the setting of these books. And I’d love to be friends with the characters. Highly enjoyable 💕
February 7, 2021
An Escape !
Life under lockdown has been hard. Pretty Beach and it's inhabitants provide the escape needed to forget our fears and lonliness. Thank you again Polly
Life under lockdown has been hard. Pretty Beach and it's inhabitants provide the escape needed to forget our fears and lonliness. Thank you again Polly
May 15, 2021
Rather too much use of variations of the phrase 'showered in gold'... What does that even mean???
May 27, 2021
Brilliant read , got lost in it .
June 4, 2021
Great read
Really enjoy the character s and how the story unfolds. Interesting story and looking forward to reading the rest in series.
Really enjoy the character s and how the story unfolds. Interesting story and looking forward to reading the rest in series.
September 27, 2021
Another brilliant read. I just love the creativity and descriptive text on every page!!
October 31, 2021
Always very easy reads and on kindle unlimited.
I love following this series
I love following this series
November 22, 2021
Oh my what a brilliant series, cannot stop reading them! Love how Sallie finds her happiness
August 10, 2024
Didn't realise this was in a series but was okay to read.
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