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Heaven's Cove #2
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea
High on the clifftops, Lettie takes a deep breath of salty air and opens the letter. There is no signature, and the old-fashioned handwriting is faint against the yellowed paper. The message, and the tiny gold key inside, will turn her life upside down…
Lettie Starcross makes her way along the cobbled streets of Heaven’s Cove, clutching a little key and searching for answers about her kind, twinkly-eyed Great Aunt Iris, whom she misses terribly. With no job back home, and no-one in her family understanding how adrift she feels, Lettie wonders if her aunt was lonely just like her – is that why she fled this pretty seaside village years ago and never returned?
Staying at Driftwood House where Iris lived, now a cosy B&B, Lettie can almost hear Iris’s laughter on the breeze. And when she locks eyes with brooding fisherman Corey as he’s singing a haunting sea shanty in the local tavern, the sparks that fly between them are a welcome distraction from her grief.
But everything changes when Lettie meets Corey’s grandmother. Hearing the name ‘Iris Starcross’, her wrinkled face turns pale. Then she tells Lettie a devastating secret: seventy years ago, a choice Iris made tore apart this tight-knit community.
Heartbroken, Lettie questions if she ever really understood her beloved aunt – and if Corey knew about this shocking rift all along. So when her sister calls begging her to come home, Lettie is torn. If she stays to find what the key unlocks, can she discover the truth about what Iris did – and fight for her own fresh start? Or will she be the next Starcross woman to run from Heaven’s Cove forever?
Lettie Starcross makes her way along the cobbled streets of Heaven’s Cove, clutching a little key and searching for answers about her kind, twinkly-eyed Great Aunt Iris, whom she misses terribly. With no job back home, and no-one in her family understanding how adrift she feels, Lettie wonders if her aunt was lonely just like her – is that why she fled this pretty seaside village years ago and never returned?
Staying at Driftwood House where Iris lived, now a cosy B&B, Lettie can almost hear Iris’s laughter on the breeze. And when she locks eyes with brooding fisherman Corey as he’s singing a haunting sea shanty in the local tavern, the sparks that fly between them are a welcome distraction from her grief.
But everything changes when Lettie meets Corey’s grandmother. Hearing the name ‘Iris Starcross’, her wrinkled face turns pale. Then she tells Lettie a devastating secret: seventy years ago, a choice Iris made tore apart this tight-knit community.
Heartbroken, Lettie questions if she ever really understood her beloved aunt – and if Corey knew about this shocking rift all along. So when her sister calls begging her to come home, Lettie is torn. If she stays to find what the key unlocks, can she discover the truth about what Iris did – and fight for her own fresh start? Or will she be the next Starcross woman to run from Heaven’s Cove forever?
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First published May 14, 2021
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Liz Eeles
17 books170 followersI live on the south coast of England with my family, and write heart-warming, emotional women's fiction and romantic comedies.
When I've notched up my daily word count, I enjoy reading, walking by the sea with friends, singing in a local choir, and watching TV. I love sci-fi programmes and still harbour a childhood crush on Captain Kirk.
When I've notched up my daily word count, I enjoy reading, walking by the sea with friends, singing in a local choir, and watching TV. I love sci-fi programmes and still harbour a childhood crush on Captain Kirk.
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May 21, 2021
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We return to Heaven’s Cove and Driftwood House which I first met in ‘Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea‘, back in February, where we met Rosie who had returned to the seaside town after the death of her mother and had a fight to save her home from developers her ambition was to turn her mother’s ex-home into a B&B.
This time we meet a newcomer to the area Lettie who is looking for answers as to why her recently deceased aunty left Heaven’s Cove in a hurry, but always held the place fond in her heart. She knows that her aunt used to live in Driftwood House at the start of the war and so she decides that staying there is where her journey should begin.
But as she starts to ask questions about her aunt to the locals, most are too young to remember her, and those that do, don’t want to talk about her. Can she get anyone to open up to her and discover the secrets that are hidden in Heaven’s Cove?
I adored the first book in the series with the sights, sounds, and smells of a small seaside village coming across strongly and the wonderful villagers who lived there, so I was eager to return. It was lovely to meet a new character in Lettie who was exceptionally close to her aunt and wants to find out more about her secretive life. Though her family is less understanding and thinks she should be at their beck and call all the time and come back home.
I enjoyed meeting up with those that live in the village again to continue their stories. I especially was so happy to see Rosie again and her boyfriend Liam.
This is a book that is pure escapism. It takes you to a place where you can only dream of visiting. Even though it is the second in a series I feel it would work well as a standalone, as not much of the story crosses over, though personally I always believe starting at the beginning is best as it helps you to connect better with the characters.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a story of friendship, letting go of the past, finding happiness, and self-discovery. It is an inviting and atmospheric read that held me captive the whole way through.
We return to Heaven’s Cove and Driftwood House which I first met in ‘Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea‘, back in February, where we met Rosie who had returned to the seaside town after the death of her mother and had a fight to save her home from developers her ambition was to turn her mother’s ex-home into a B&B.
This time we meet a newcomer to the area Lettie who is looking for answers as to why her recently deceased aunty left Heaven’s Cove in a hurry, but always held the place fond in her heart. She knows that her aunt used to live in Driftwood House at the start of the war and so she decides that staying there is where her journey should begin.
But as she starts to ask questions about her aunt to the locals, most are too young to remember her, and those that do, don’t want to talk about her. Can she get anyone to open up to her and discover the secrets that are hidden in Heaven’s Cove?
I adored the first book in the series with the sights, sounds, and smells of a small seaside village coming across strongly and the wonderful villagers who lived there, so I was eager to return. It was lovely to meet a new character in Lettie who was exceptionally close to her aunt and wants to find out more about her secretive life. Though her family is less understanding and thinks she should be at their beck and call all the time and come back home.
I enjoyed meeting up with those that live in the village again to continue their stories. I especially was so happy to see Rosie again and her boyfriend Liam.
This is a book that is pure escapism. It takes you to a place where you can only dream of visiting. Even though it is the second in a series I feel it would work well as a standalone, as not much of the story crosses over, though personally I always believe starting at the beginning is best as it helps you to connect better with the characters.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a story of friendship, letting go of the past, finding happiness, and self-discovery. It is an inviting and atmospheric read that held me captive the whole way through.
April 7, 2021
This book is the second in the Heaven's Cove Book series by Liz Eeles.
Five Stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I really did enjoy this book! It has everything, humor, drama, lost love, adorable village and complex characters.
Lettie Starcross is still grieving her great aunt’s death when she was fired from a job she didn’t much like anyway. She decides to go to the small village of Heaven’s Cove in Devon to find answers to her great aunt’s past. Away from her needy family, she finds herself in the quaint little village, complete with quirky characters and picturesque views.
From the very beginning I was drawn into the story. The mystery of Great Aunt Iris’s key necklace, and her last words to Lettie telling her to “Go find out for me, darling girl.” She also finds a letter addressed to Iris sewn into the purses lining. Without a job, Lettie finds she has the time to go back to Iris’s childhood home and find out what happened to her that forced Iris to leave and never return.
What Lettie didn’t expect was to be drawn into the village and find it to be charming, welcoming and full of unforgettable characters.
This book was fun, sad, happy, charming, heartwarming, and emotional. I was rooting for all the characters and felt like I lived in Heaven’s Cove along with them all. This book pulled me in and made me feel for each of the characters and root for them all to find their own happiness. Long lost love, reconciliation, new love, and overcoming the past are all themes in this wonderful book.
I highly recommend this book to everyone.
This review is based on NetGalley ARC provided in exchange for an honest, unbiased opinion.
May 8, 2021
My thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for an ARC of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
If you are looking for some clean, light and breezy romance novel reading, with a lovely setting on the shores of a quaint little town in Devon, England, then you are in luck.
Eeeles' writing is good and you will likely enjoy the usual tropes in this slow paced romance novel: love triangles, misunderstandings, a much put upon heroine with an impossibly demanding family, and a surly hero who snaps at everyone - but then saves the heroine from the roiling waters of the Devon coast and promptly falls in love with her.
The mystery of Lettie's Aunt Iris's request to investigate what happened to Cornelius, her lost love, took a while to solve, and the side characters had some heartbreaks of their own. This one was a bit too sedate for me, but I can see that this clean romance would exactly suit people who aren't fond of "literary sex" leaping out at them from every other page. This is a standalone in the Heaven's Cove book series.
Recommended for fans of clean country romances. I rate this one 3.4 out of 5.
If you are looking for some clean, light and breezy romance novel reading, with a lovely setting on the shores of a quaint little town in Devon, England, then you are in luck.
Eeeles' writing is good and you will likely enjoy the usual tropes in this slow paced romance novel: love triangles, misunderstandings, a much put upon heroine with an impossibly demanding family, and a surly hero who snaps at everyone - but then saves the heroine from the roiling waters of the Devon coast and promptly falls in love with her.
The mystery of Lettie's Aunt Iris's request to investigate what happened to Cornelius, her lost love, took a while to solve, and the side characters had some heartbreaks of their own. This one was a bit too sedate for me, but I can see that this clean romance would exactly suit people who aren't fond of "literary sex" leaping out at them from every other page. This is a standalone in the Heaven's Cove book series.
Recommended for fans of clean country romances. I rate this one 3.4 out of 5.
May 12, 2021
A lovely read and an utter pleasure to be back to Heaven's Cove and meet again Rosie and Driftwood House.
Being book two af a series, A Letter To The Last House Before The Sea is a stand-alone story, as it evolves mainly around new great characters and a new mistery about a past inhabitant to be solved. The story is set in Devon and the landscape descriptions are wonderful! For me it felt like being actually there, walking through the little street of the village and enjoying the amazing views.
Liz Eeles definitely did it again!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Being book two af a series, A Letter To The Last House Before The Sea is a stand-alone story, as it evolves mainly around new great characters and a new mistery about a past inhabitant to be solved. The story is set in Devon and the landscape descriptions are wonderful! For me it felt like being actually there, walking through the little street of the village and enjoying the amazing views.
Liz Eeles definitely did it again!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
May 5, 2021
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea by Liz Eeles is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series. Set in a beautiful location, it is a warm and uplifting book.
Lettie Starcross, the main protagonist, is on a mission to fulfill her great–grandaunt, Iris’s dying wish. Lettie, the last child of her family, has always been taken for granted by her parents and siblings. She is extremely close to Iris and is emotionally distraught because of her demise. Before dying, Iris hands over a key to Lettie and entrusts her with finding answers to an event which had happened decades ago.
Lettie travels to Devon in search of answers. All she has with her is a key, and a letter written to Iris by someone ages ago. Staying in Driftwood House (Iris’s former home,) Lettie focuses on uncovering the secret which had changed Iris’s life.
During her stay in Heaven’s Cove, she explores the village and gets to know the locals. She is even able to bridge a friendship with Claude, a 70+ loner who distrusts outsiders. Corey, a local fisherman and his grandmother Florence are linked with Iris’s past and play an important role in uncovering the secret.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a beautiful romance filled with drama, tears, and secrets. I liked the story line, it’s really interesting and heart-warming. But more than the plot, it was the setting, and the characterization which stole my heart. The locals are seemingly open and honest, and proud of their village. Letti’s family is loving, yet needy. Letti is kind, helpful, and emotional. She is not assertive; has her fears and insecurities, but is able to overcome them when the situation demands.
With her engaging diction, Eeles brings the beautiful quaint village to life. One can easily visualize the streets, shops, cliffs and shoreline of Heaven’s Cove.
Liz Eeles’s narration is exemplary; she knows the secret to holding the reader’s attention. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next book in the series.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is an extremely gratifying read. Surely not to be missed!
I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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Lettie Starcross, the main protagonist, is on a mission to fulfill her great–grandaunt, Iris’s dying wish. Lettie, the last child of her family, has always been taken for granted by her parents and siblings. She is extremely close to Iris and is emotionally distraught because of her demise. Before dying, Iris hands over a key to Lettie and entrusts her with finding answers to an event which had happened decades ago.
Lettie travels to Devon in search of answers. All she has with her is a key, and a letter written to Iris by someone ages ago. Staying in Driftwood House (Iris’s former home,) Lettie focuses on uncovering the secret which had changed Iris’s life.
During her stay in Heaven’s Cove, she explores the village and gets to know the locals. She is even able to bridge a friendship with Claude, a 70+ loner who distrusts outsiders. Corey, a local fisherman and his grandmother Florence are linked with Iris’s past and play an important role in uncovering the secret.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a beautiful romance filled with drama, tears, and secrets. I liked the story line, it’s really interesting and heart-warming. But more than the plot, it was the setting, and the characterization which stole my heart. The locals are seemingly open and honest, and proud of their village. Letti’s family is loving, yet needy. Letti is kind, helpful, and emotional. She is not assertive; has her fears and insecurities, but is able to overcome them when the situation demands.
With her engaging diction, Eeles brings the beautiful quaint village to life. One can easily visualize the streets, shops, cliffs and shoreline of Heaven’s Cove.
Liz Eeles’s narration is exemplary; she knows the secret to holding the reader’s attention. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next book in the series.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is an extremely gratifying read. Surely not to be missed!
I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Visit my blog for more book reviews - https://wordsopedia.com/book-reviews/
April 10, 2021
Put on the teapot and let’s have some scones with Devonshire cream and raspberry jam!
Lettie Starcross made the decision to head to picturesque Heaven’s Cove on the Devon coast after experiencing a difficult 5 weeks. Her great auntie Iris has just passed away and Lettie’s been fired from her job in London. After discovering that Driftwood House Bed and Breakfast had an availability, she jumped at the chance. It was serendipitous; her great auntie Iris and her brother, Lettie’s grandfather, were raised in the guesthouse. Lettie knew she had to book some time here for herself. Tucked away in her suitcase was a mysterious letter written with old-fashioned handwriting on yellowed paper and around her neck hung a tiny gold filigree key.
The cast of characters is fantastic; Liz has crafted each to represent the flavour of the Devonian village. If you popped into Heaven’s Cove for a pint, you’d instantly know who each of the characters were by Liz’s descriptions. Furthermore, spending time with them would be like spending time with old friends. Liz brings the charm and beauty of the area to her readers. She writes so that you feel you belong in the village and this has the advantage of pulling you into the story and becoming invested in village life. The characters are lovely people who are down-to-earth and exactly what you’d expect from a quaint village. You need to read this book to follow Lettie on her adventure to see how the letter and locket connect the past with the present and work to bring the people of Heaven’s Cove together. In the process, you’ll see how hearts are healed and old hurts forgotten.
I love Ivy’s surname – Starcross – and the reference is not lost on me! Cornelius and Iris were definitely lovers whose relationship was thwarted by outside forces, a malign star named World War Two. I’m happy to see Lettie take steps towards her own happiness so that she doesn’t repeat history.
This stellar novel is to be published May 19,2021 and I strongly encourage you to pick it up and visit Heaven’s Cove for yourself. Although book two of a series, this book can stand alone. At less than the price of a latte, you can pre-order it now through Amazon. If you haven’t read book one (Secrets at the Last House Before The Sea) yet, what are you waiting for? It’s on sale right now and is on Amazon’s top 50 best seller list! I’m confident you’ll love Liz’s writing style; her love for this village emanates from every page.
I was gifted this fantastic advance copy by Liz Eeles, Bookouture and Netgalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.
Lettie Starcross made the decision to head to picturesque Heaven’s Cove on the Devon coast after experiencing a difficult 5 weeks. Her great auntie Iris has just passed away and Lettie’s been fired from her job in London. After discovering that Driftwood House Bed and Breakfast had an availability, she jumped at the chance. It was serendipitous; her great auntie Iris and her brother, Lettie’s grandfather, were raised in the guesthouse. Lettie knew she had to book some time here for herself. Tucked away in her suitcase was a mysterious letter written with old-fashioned handwriting on yellowed paper and around her neck hung a tiny gold filigree key.
The cast of characters is fantastic; Liz has crafted each to represent the flavour of the Devonian village. If you popped into Heaven’s Cove for a pint, you’d instantly know who each of the characters were by Liz’s descriptions. Furthermore, spending time with them would be like spending time with old friends. Liz brings the charm and beauty of the area to her readers. She writes so that you feel you belong in the village and this has the advantage of pulling you into the story and becoming invested in village life. The characters are lovely people who are down-to-earth and exactly what you’d expect from a quaint village. You need to read this book to follow Lettie on her adventure to see how the letter and locket connect the past with the present and work to bring the people of Heaven’s Cove together. In the process, you’ll see how hearts are healed and old hurts forgotten.
I love Ivy’s surname – Starcross – and the reference is not lost on me! Cornelius and Iris were definitely lovers whose relationship was thwarted by outside forces, a malign star named World War Two. I’m happy to see Lettie take steps towards her own happiness so that she doesn’t repeat history.
This stellar novel is to be published May 19,2021 and I strongly encourage you to pick it up and visit Heaven’s Cove for yourself. Although book two of a series, this book can stand alone. At less than the price of a latte, you can pre-order it now through Amazon. If you haven’t read book one (Secrets at the Last House Before The Sea) yet, what are you waiting for? It’s on sale right now and is on Amazon’s top 50 best seller list! I’m confident you’ll love Liz’s writing style; her love for this village emanates from every page.
I was gifted this fantastic advance copy by Liz Eeles, Bookouture and Netgalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.
May 24, 2021
A lovely story of secrets long hidden
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a beautiful contemporary romance with a solid historical backstory and lovely characters.
Lettie Starcross had an over-meddling family she loved but shared little in common with. When her great-aunt Iris died, she felt adrift, having lost the only family member who truly seemed to understand her.
Before dying, Iris shared a secret and asked Lettie to find out what truly happened decades before, when Iris left her childhood home in Devon, never to return.
What a lovely story! I'm a sucker for letters, keys, and secrets, and this book has them all!
I enjoyed the family drama. Lettie's family was awful, but she kept loving them nevertheless, and I admired her fortitude and forgiving nature.
The hero, Corey, was right up my alley: broody, emotionally unavailable, but so honorable and heroic.
I fell in love with Corey's grandma and Claude, a local recluse. They were so adorably grumpy! No good story is complete without a dog, and Buster was perfect in the role.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a lovely feel-good romance full of love, family, and community. I loved every page!
Disclosure: I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley for an honest review.
*For more reviews, book art, and book-related articles, please visit https://lureviewsbooks.com *
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a beautiful contemporary romance with a solid historical backstory and lovely characters.
Lettie Starcross had an over-meddling family she loved but shared little in common with. When her great-aunt Iris died, she felt adrift, having lost the only family member who truly seemed to understand her.
Before dying, Iris shared a secret and asked Lettie to find out what truly happened decades before, when Iris left her childhood home in Devon, never to return.
What a lovely story! I'm a sucker for letters, keys, and secrets, and this book has them all!
I enjoyed the family drama. Lettie's family was awful, but she kept loving them nevertheless, and I admired her fortitude and forgiving nature.
The hero, Corey, was right up my alley: broody, emotionally unavailable, but so honorable and heroic.
I fell in love with Corey's grandma and Claude, a local recluse. They were so adorably grumpy! No good story is complete without a dog, and Buster was perfect in the role.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a lovely feel-good romance full of love, family, and community. I loved every page!
Disclosure: I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley for an honest review.
*For more reviews, book art, and book-related articles, please visit https://lureviewsbooks.com *
August 3, 2024
An easily enjoyable romance with a theme of 'starting over'.
With a stunning setting, empathetic characters, and a myriad of secrets, this warm-hearted romance novel ticked all the boxes. I mean, with a place called Heaven's Cove, how could it not? This is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series, but you do not have to read them in order as the setting is what ties the series together.
I really liked Lettie's character. Essentially, she was taken advantage of by her family and I was cheering for her to break the familial ties and strike out on her own in Devon. I also liked the bond she had with her great aunt Iris, and empathized with her grief at Iris's death.
Themes of starting over, bereavement, following your heart, and family secrets permeate the story. This is women's fiction with a fair dose of romance and a smidgen of mystery.
As with many a romance novel, this one was fairly predictable. However... the journey to the predictable ending was an entertaining and enjoyable one.
This book was the second in a series of seven titles set in the charming Heaven's Cove, Devon. I intend to read them all when time permits.
With a stunning setting, empathetic characters, and a myriad of secrets, this warm-hearted romance novel ticked all the boxes. I mean, with a place called Heaven's Cove, how could it not? This is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series, but you do not have to read them in order as the setting is what ties the series together.
I really liked Lettie's character. Essentially, she was taken advantage of by her family and I was cheering for her to break the familial ties and strike out on her own in Devon. I also liked the bond she had with her great aunt Iris, and empathized with her grief at Iris's death.
Themes of starting over, bereavement, following your heart, and family secrets permeate the story. This is women's fiction with a fair dose of romance and a smidgen of mystery.
As with many a romance novel, this one was fairly predictable. However... the journey to the predictable ending was an entertaining and enjoyable one.
This book was the second in a series of seven titles set in the charming Heaven's Cove, Devon. I intend to read them all when time permits.
May 22, 2021
Having read two books from Liz Eeles' Cozy Kettle series, and also Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea, the first novel in her Heaven's Cove series, I was super excited when I saw she had written this one, A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea.
London-based Lettie Starcross is in the seaside village of Heaven's Cove, Devon staying at Driftwood House which is now a cosy B&B. She has no job and is at a crossroads in her life. She has come to Heaven's Cove to remember her much loved Great Aunt Iris and to find the answers to her wonderings about Iris's past. Lettie has with her an unsigned letter on paper turned yellow with age and a little gold key. She meets Corey, a local fisherman in her local pub, The Smugglers Haunt, and then she encounters Corey's grandma...
Liz Eeles' characterisation in this novel is as strong as in her previous ones. Lettie was sweet and very determined in her keenness to find out about her great aunt. Handsome Corey was rather enigmatic and I was delighted to be reacquainted with Rosie and Liam again. The plethora of secondary characters was certainly a mixed bag, including the proud and lonely Claude and Lottie's needy family. The author captured the typical village lifestyle perfectly and I loved the beautiful descriptions of the seaside locale. A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a lovely story eliciting plenty of smiles, titters and sadness.
I received a complimentary copy of this novel at my request from Bookouture via NetGalley. This review is my own unbiased opinion.
London-based Lettie Starcross is in the seaside village of Heaven's Cove, Devon staying at Driftwood House which is now a cosy B&B. She has no job and is at a crossroads in her life. She has come to Heaven's Cove to remember her much loved Great Aunt Iris and to find the answers to her wonderings about Iris's past. Lettie has with her an unsigned letter on paper turned yellow with age and a little gold key. She meets Corey, a local fisherman in her local pub, The Smugglers Haunt, and then she encounters Corey's grandma...
Liz Eeles' characterisation in this novel is as strong as in her previous ones. Lettie was sweet and very determined in her keenness to find out about her great aunt. Handsome Corey was rather enigmatic and I was delighted to be reacquainted with Rosie and Liam again. The plethora of secondary characters was certainly a mixed bag, including the proud and lonely Claude and Lottie's needy family. The author captured the typical village lifestyle perfectly and I loved the beautiful descriptions of the seaside locale. A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a lovely story eliciting plenty of smiles, titters and sadness.
I received a complimentary copy of this novel at my request from Bookouture via NetGalley. This review is my own unbiased opinion.
April 28, 2021
4.2 Stars
Lettie Starcross goes to Heaven’s Cove to find the truth from the past her great-grandaunt, Iris, was never able to when she was alive. Lettie is the first guest at Driftwood House (belonging to Rosie from book 1).
The setting is magical, but the path to the past is filled with difficulties. Trying to stand up for herself and get mowed by her ‘affectionate’ family, Lettie uncovers her beloved aunt’s tragic love story, one step at a time.
Of course, we have Corey, a handsome fisherman, his grandmother Florence, the only link to the past, and Claude, an old loner who slowly begins to trust Lettie.
When I saw the cover, I realized that I read book one and rather liked it. I had to read this too. For me, this book was better than the previous one. There was a sense of tension that held the plot together, which I rather missed in book one.
The author continues to use the setting to the best advantage. We see the crashing waves, the rocky hills, slopes, and the changing skies. As someone who when loves nature is a tangible element of the story, this interweaving of surroundings with the plotline makes me happier.
The characters were very developed, though Corey’s character could have been explored more. It had a lot of potential. Claude was fantastic (yeah, I’m an old soul and connect more with characters aged over 70). The scenes between him and Lettie were beautiful to read.
I did wish Lettie to be more assertive with her family. But there has been some progress that feels more realistic.
Overall, this is a beautiful book set in a picturesque setting. Some of it is cliché, but it’s still a feel-good book and will leave you with a smile. The author mentions that she’s working on book 3 of the series, and I’m looking forward to grabbing that one as well.
I received an ARC from NetGalley and Bookouture and am voluntarily leaving a review.
P.S: I'd have loved it if Lettie was called by her full name, Violet, instead of the short version. It seemed to suit her more.
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Lettie Starcross goes to Heaven’s Cove to find the truth from the past her great-grandaunt, Iris, was never able to when she was alive. Lettie is the first guest at Driftwood House (belonging to Rosie from book 1).
The setting is magical, but the path to the past is filled with difficulties. Trying to stand up for herself and get mowed by her ‘affectionate’ family, Lettie uncovers her beloved aunt’s tragic love story, one step at a time.
Of course, we have Corey, a handsome fisherman, his grandmother Florence, the only link to the past, and Claude, an old loner who slowly begins to trust Lettie.
When I saw the cover, I realized that I read book one and rather liked it. I had to read this too. For me, this book was better than the previous one. There was a sense of tension that held the plot together, which I rather missed in book one.
The author continues to use the setting to the best advantage. We see the crashing waves, the rocky hills, slopes, and the changing skies. As someone who when loves nature is a tangible element of the story, this interweaving of surroundings with the plotline makes me happier.
The characters were very developed, though Corey’s character could have been explored more. It had a lot of potential. Claude was fantastic (yeah, I’m an old soul and connect more with characters aged over 70). The scenes between him and Lettie were beautiful to read.
I did wish Lettie to be more assertive with her family. But there has been some progress that feels more realistic.
Overall, this is a beautiful book set in a picturesque setting. Some of it is cliché, but it’s still a feel-good book and will leave you with a smile. The author mentions that she’s working on book 3 of the series, and I’m looking forward to grabbing that one as well.
I received an ARC from NetGalley and Bookouture and am voluntarily leaving a review.
P.S: I'd have loved it if Lettie was called by her full name, Violet, instead of the short version. It seemed to suit her more.
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May 18, 2021
Ahhh it’s great to be back in Heaven’s Cove and more particularly in Driftwood House.
I love the sea. I wish I would have a house overlooking this enormous ‘bowl’ of water. It must be great falling asleep while listening to the gentle lapping of the waves on the beach or the angry pounding of them against the cliffs like there is no tomorrow while you are tucked up safely.
The sea can be very inviting, but she is not really to be trusted completely. She has a lot of hidden dangers too.
In the previous book the author introduced us to Rosie and explained her story to us. Now Lettie is in the spotlight and it seems like Rosie was not the only one connected to the last house before the sea.
The past brings her here. Will the future keep her there too or is it back to the drawing board?
This is a lovely story about finding a balance between helping others and being good to yourself too, about righting some wrongs, building a friendship for life and love of course, because a feel good book without love would be like a sea without water. 😊
Often you already know real soon who is going to fall for whom, but it’s never straightforward. The road from one heart to another is more than once very winding.
This is a very enjoyable second part of the series. 5 stars
Thank you, Liz Eeles and Bookouture.
I love the sea. I wish I would have a house overlooking this enormous ‘bowl’ of water. It must be great falling asleep while listening to the gentle lapping of the waves on the beach or the angry pounding of them against the cliffs like there is no tomorrow while you are tucked up safely.
The sea can be very inviting, but she is not really to be trusted completely. She has a lot of hidden dangers too.
In the previous book the author introduced us to Rosie and explained her story to us. Now Lettie is in the spotlight and it seems like Rosie was not the only one connected to the last house before the sea.
The past brings her here. Will the future keep her there too or is it back to the drawing board?
This is a lovely story about finding a balance between helping others and being good to yourself too, about righting some wrongs, building a friendship for life and love of course, because a feel good book without love would be like a sea without water. 😊
Often you already know real soon who is going to fall for whom, but it’s never straightforward. The road from one heart to another is more than once very winding.
This is a very enjoyable second part of the series. 5 stars
Thank you, Liz Eeles and Bookouture.
May 22, 2021
This is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series and starts where the last one ended. You can read this as a standalone book, but I recommend reading Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea first so you don't spoil that story. I am that confident that after reading this one, you would want to go back and read the first one.
In this story we meet Lettie Starcross, a young woman who is looking for answers as to why her recently deceased Aunt Iris left Heaven’s Cove never to return. She was left with a small brass key on a necklace, a hidden letter and a request from her aunt, "And find out for me darling girl." She knows that her aunt used to live in Driftwood House at the start of the war and so she decides that staying there is where her journey should begin. When she begins to ask the locals questions about Aunt Iris, she runs into roadblocks, most are too young to have known her, and those that do, don’t want to talk about her. Can she get anyone to open up to her and discover the secrets that are hidden in Heaven’s Cove?
I love the village of Heaven's Cove. The eccentric villagers, the busybodies, the beautiful scenery, the closeness and the local pub all make me want to head to Devon. I really liked Lettie and wanted her to find what she was looking for not only for her Aunt, but for herself. She loved her aunt and was very close to her, in fact she was the only one who encouraged Lettie to find what she really wanted out of life. Her mother and sister take advantage of her, but she lets them. Her caring nature and love of history, endeared her to me and the villagers. Of course Rosie, Liam and Belinda are all back along with some new characters. Florence Allford and Claude, the oldest people in the village are wonderful. They are both a bit eccentric and crotchety, but they come around under Lettie's caring and honest nature and play a large role in this story. You can't have a book like this without a swoon worthy male lead. Corey Allford is just that. All I will say is that he has some baggage, but had a hard time resisting Lettie. A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a story of friendship, letting go of the past, finding happiness, and self-discovery. It is a delightfully uplifting story that will let you escape to Devon for a few hours of pleasure. I definitely recommend this story. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon request. The rating and opinions shared are my own.
In this story we meet Lettie Starcross, a young woman who is looking for answers as to why her recently deceased Aunt Iris left Heaven’s Cove never to return. She was left with a small brass key on a necklace, a hidden letter and a request from her aunt, "And find out for me darling girl." She knows that her aunt used to live in Driftwood House at the start of the war and so she decides that staying there is where her journey should begin. When she begins to ask the locals questions about Aunt Iris, she runs into roadblocks, most are too young to have known her, and those that do, don’t want to talk about her. Can she get anyone to open up to her and discover the secrets that are hidden in Heaven’s Cove?
I love the village of Heaven's Cove. The eccentric villagers, the busybodies, the beautiful scenery, the closeness and the local pub all make me want to head to Devon. I really liked Lettie and wanted her to find what she was looking for not only for her Aunt, but for herself. She loved her aunt and was very close to her, in fact she was the only one who encouraged Lettie to find what she really wanted out of life. Her mother and sister take advantage of her, but she lets them. Her caring nature and love of history, endeared her to me and the villagers. Of course Rosie, Liam and Belinda are all back along with some new characters. Florence Allford and Claude, the oldest people in the village are wonderful. They are both a bit eccentric and crotchety, but they come around under Lettie's caring and honest nature and play a large role in this story. You can't have a book like this without a swoon worthy male lead. Corey Allford is just that. All I will say is that he has some baggage, but had a hard time resisting Lettie. A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a story of friendship, letting go of the past, finding happiness, and self-discovery. It is a delightfully uplifting story that will let you escape to Devon for a few hours of pleasure. I definitely recommend this story. The publisher generously provided me with a copy of this book upon request. The rating and opinions shared are my own.
November 7, 2022
A Lovely Story
I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Heaven’s Cove via this well-told, lovely story about Lettie, a young woman who visits the place her deceased Aunt Iris had grown up and fell in love in.
Secrets abound, and old wounds resurface when Lettie hunts for answers to a sort of riddle.
In the midst of her adventure in the area, Lettie discovers and helps an unlikely friend and finds herself drawn to Cory, the great-nephew of the man Lettie’s aunt had fallen in love with so many years before.
This is a warm, light romance that not only entertained but lifted my spirits.
I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Heaven’s Cove via this well-told, lovely story about Lettie, a young woman who visits the place her deceased Aunt Iris had grown up and fell in love in.
Secrets abound, and old wounds resurface when Lettie hunts for answers to a sort of riddle.
In the midst of her adventure in the area, Lettie discovers and helps an unlikely friend and finds herself drawn to Cory, the great-nephew of the man Lettie’s aunt had fallen in love with so many years before.
This is a warm, light romance that not only entertained but lifted my spirits.
May 20, 2021
I loved this book and loved returning to Heavens Cove. This book does work well as a stand alone title but I think it would be better to have read the first book as some of the same characters pop up.
This book follows Lettie as she visits Heavens Cove for the first time to do a spot of research relating to her recently deceased Aunt.
This book has everything - a beautiful setting, a bit of intrigue, romance, friendship, long lost love and a lost dog..
So looking forward to the 3rd book in the series now.
This book follows Lettie as she visits Heavens Cove for the first time to do a spot of research relating to her recently deceased Aunt.
This book has everything - a beautiful setting, a bit of intrigue, romance, friendship, long lost love and a lost dog..
So looking forward to the 3rd book in the series now.
August 17, 2024
Die Story ist insgesamt schön, aber irgendwie fehlt das gewisse etwas
June 16, 2021
Wowzers!! I loved this book!! I almost cried several times. Read it. You'll thank me.
February 8, 2022
Really enjoyed this book. An easy read.
May 18, 2021
This is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series. This can be read as a standalone book but the first book is so wonderful I recommend reading the first book. I love this series set in Devon and the atmospheric descriptions of Devon by the author. You feel reading this series as if your in Devon , by a sea wall, breathing the fresh sea air. Its a wonderful series that I highly recommend.
The charcters are wonderfully drawn to the story. The author has included a bit of a family mystery, mysterious family secrets amid the background of Devon in a family owned B&B. It is a perfect summer read . I look forward the the third book in the series.
Thank you to the publisher and to Net Galley for the opportunity.
The charcters are wonderfully drawn to the story. The author has included a bit of a family mystery, mysterious family secrets amid the background of Devon in a family owned B&B. It is a perfect summer read . I look forward the the third book in the series.
Thank you to the publisher and to Net Galley for the opportunity.
October 31, 2021
We return to Heaven’s Cove with Lettie, still grieving the loss of her aunt who, although she left the cove years ago never to return, spoke so glowingly of the place that Lettie needed to see it for herself. Hoping to find that a tiny necklace key she’d been left would unearth secrets and return the connection and contentment that she found from her aunt’s presence.
But all is not to be that simple, as the more Lettie asks questions, the more the residents of the tiny village avoid her – all but one. But when she discovers the real reason her aunt left, never to return, will that add a level of chaos to the tentative connection she’s found with Corey – and will he blame her for the story his grandmother shared with her – that led to her aunt’s leaving?
I love that Eeles gave us more characters to explore and new stories to unearth while allowing us to better know the residents we met in book one. Lettie is searching for something – some independence, some answers, none of which will be found within the constraints her very demanding family require – and she’s determined to make her own way and choices. Perhaps she can even make amends for choices gone awry so many years ago, and finally feel as if she’s at home in Heaven’s Cove, allowing her memories from her aunt and the stories she shared to become a part of her new direction. A lovely story that works alone but is better experienced with the introduction and story from book one in the series, and a great escape into the scenic and picturesque little Devon village. It’s not going to hurt one bit as we find answers to Lettie’s questions and admire her growth and choices as she moves forward.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
But all is not to be that simple, as the more Lettie asks questions, the more the residents of the tiny village avoid her – all but one. But when she discovers the real reason her aunt left, never to return, will that add a level of chaos to the tentative connection she’s found with Corey – and will he blame her for the story his grandmother shared with her – that led to her aunt’s leaving?
I love that Eeles gave us more characters to explore and new stories to unearth while allowing us to better know the residents we met in book one. Lettie is searching for something – some independence, some answers, none of which will be found within the constraints her very demanding family require – and she’s determined to make her own way and choices. Perhaps she can even make amends for choices gone awry so many years ago, and finally feel as if she’s at home in Heaven’s Cove, allowing her memories from her aunt and the stories she shared to become a part of her new direction. A lovely story that works alone but is better experienced with the introduction and story from book one in the series, and a great escape into the scenic and picturesque little Devon village. It’s not going to hurt one bit as we find answers to Lettie’s questions and admire her growth and choices as she moves forward.
I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
Review first appeared at I am, Indeed
May 22, 2021
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is the second in Liz Eeles’ Heaven’s Cove series and I have to say I really enjoyed this story even more so than Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea which at the time of reading I loved. This is easily read as a standalone book but when you finish it I assure you will want to go back and read the first story. This book had an interesting plot full of mystery and character. The setting was once again perfect and somewhat idyllic although despite the coastal village of Heaven’s Cove being a beautiful place to live in, its residents are not without their own issues and troubles despite the stunning surroundings. I think what really made me enjoy this book is that I felt the book established its pace and themes far quicker than when I had read about this setting before and it was like returning to old friends and catching up. Rosie once again features as she is now running Driftwood House as a guesthouse but she is not as prominent as before as Rosie has told her story and now it was time for some new characters to step into the spotlight who all provided much drama, angst, misunderstandings, humour and of course some romance.
Our heroine this time around is Lettie Starcross who is a bit lost in life following the death of her beloved Great Aunt Iris. During Iris’ final days Lettie was by her side as she knew Iris was preparing to leave for one last final time, Iris leaves her a key and a letter in order for Lettie to find out things. She says ‘Keep this safe and find out for me darling’. The letter is brief and written by someone who clearly loves Iris – ‘Sit where I sat, darling girl, with the key to my heart and all will become clear’. Just what does this mean and what does the key which Lettie now wears around her neck open? Lettie has a keen interest in history and the past and this will serve her well as she joins dots together and delves back many years. Lettie is left bereft and confused but I think Iris was so very wise she knew her great niece inside out and was really giving her the shove she needed in the right direction. Not to mention there was something in Iris’ life that had remained unresolved for so long and perhaps sending Lettie on this quest would provide so many answers and resolution and also she would maybe find her true self. But the path in doing so would not be without its struggles and opposition.
Lettie was a character who you instantly felt for and knew that you would enjoy seeing the transformation she would undergo on all different levels. She was likeable and not without her faults and I could really identify with how she felt she was being treated by her family. Her world is upside down. She has just lost someone she deeply loved and respected then she is fired from her job, which really wasn’t enthralling her all that much anyway, and therefore she is left unsettled and sad which is becoming difficult for her to shake. Perhaps taking in the quest bequeathed to her by Iris will help her get rid of these feelings and find some new life experiences which will steer her in the right direction. A direction which she is finding difficult to find in order to even begin navigating it. There is an increasing sense of loneliness and exasperation surrounding her. She refuses to tell her family she no longer has a job as the expectations they heap on her would only increase. She is always the one who is expected to do everything for all family members at the drop of a hat. Bring her mother shopping, look after her sister’s children, the list goes on. Of course her family are close and careless but this can really tip over into micro managing and suffocating. But you can only be taken for granted for so long before something has to change.
I did initially question how Iris was connected to Driftwood House considering it was Rosie and her family who had lived there for many years but I loved how the author made the connection clear instantly and this in turn provided the basis for the journey of discovery the reader was taken on. As Lettie settles into the village she becomes much more than a tourist and soon becomes like part of the furniture. It was like a natural progression for her and I loved all the interactions she had with characters old and new. She had her own agenda in trying to solve Iris’s mystery but at the same time her helping and caring nature shone through particularly when it came to Claude even though resident gossip and busy body Belinda really tries to get in on the action a bit too much but I suppose she does have a good heart behind it all.
Claude was the enigma of the book and having an archive of the village including old documents, photos and letters etc. he was the key Lettie needed to get started on seeking out the answers. But to many he is cold, eccentric and aloof preferring to keep to himself. I think when someone is portrayed as being this way they must have a genuine reason for not wanting to socialise for fear of being over whelmed and not being able to interact as many people do. Lottie engages tentatively with Claude and I loved the subplot that developed surrounding him. It was heart-breaking and heart-warming in equal measure and will bring a tear to your eye and a smile to your face.
But despite Claude’s storyline having a significant impact on the overall book, it’s really Lettie and her delving back into the past that will grab every reader’s attention. When she meets Corey, a local fisherman and volunteer for the local lifeboats, she doesn’t bank on him being part of the puzzle that will potentially help her to solve her problems. To say much more regarding Lettie and how she keeps looking for the answers would ruin the book but trust me I loved how all the little hints and clues started to join together and things made sense. Miscommunication and misunderstandings are certainly two words that spring to mind and maybe heartache and bitterness could have been avoided. But Lettie certainly wants to right any wrongs that were done so many years ago.
Corey was grumpy, aloof and wary initially and I would say over protective but there was something about him that just drew both Lettie and the reader to him. I loved the way the pair sparred back and forth with each other and yes they may have rubbed each other up the wrong way numerous times but it was interesting to read about and it added another layer of drama and I suppose passion to the story. Similar to Claude, I thought Corey must have had something going on with him personally that meant he was so defensive but I loved how Lettie broke down the barriers and wanted to work with him to resolve the quest. Along the way sparks intensify and you do wish they could both find some happiness and wonder will it ever materialise.
Overall A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea was a really enjoyable read and a worthy follow up to book one. For Lettie time slowed down in Heaven’s Cove, she connected with Iris once more and learned a lot about herself in the process and came to have a certain affinity with the village. I really do hope Liz Eeles is busy working away on another Heaven’s Cove book because they really are engaging, delightful and entertaining reads.
Our heroine this time around is Lettie Starcross who is a bit lost in life following the death of her beloved Great Aunt Iris. During Iris’ final days Lettie was by her side as she knew Iris was preparing to leave for one last final time, Iris leaves her a key and a letter in order for Lettie to find out things. She says ‘Keep this safe and find out for me darling’. The letter is brief and written by someone who clearly loves Iris – ‘Sit where I sat, darling girl, with the key to my heart and all will become clear’. Just what does this mean and what does the key which Lettie now wears around her neck open? Lettie has a keen interest in history and the past and this will serve her well as she joins dots together and delves back many years. Lettie is left bereft and confused but I think Iris was so very wise she knew her great niece inside out and was really giving her the shove she needed in the right direction. Not to mention there was something in Iris’ life that had remained unresolved for so long and perhaps sending Lettie on this quest would provide so many answers and resolution and also she would maybe find her true self. But the path in doing so would not be without its struggles and opposition.
Lettie was a character who you instantly felt for and knew that you would enjoy seeing the transformation she would undergo on all different levels. She was likeable and not without her faults and I could really identify with how she felt she was being treated by her family. Her world is upside down. She has just lost someone she deeply loved and respected then she is fired from her job, which really wasn’t enthralling her all that much anyway, and therefore she is left unsettled and sad which is becoming difficult for her to shake. Perhaps taking in the quest bequeathed to her by Iris will help her get rid of these feelings and find some new life experiences which will steer her in the right direction. A direction which she is finding difficult to find in order to even begin navigating it. There is an increasing sense of loneliness and exasperation surrounding her. She refuses to tell her family she no longer has a job as the expectations they heap on her would only increase. She is always the one who is expected to do everything for all family members at the drop of a hat. Bring her mother shopping, look after her sister’s children, the list goes on. Of course her family are close and careless but this can really tip over into micro managing and suffocating. But you can only be taken for granted for so long before something has to change.
I did initially question how Iris was connected to Driftwood House considering it was Rosie and her family who had lived there for many years but I loved how the author made the connection clear instantly and this in turn provided the basis for the journey of discovery the reader was taken on. As Lettie settles into the village she becomes much more than a tourist and soon becomes like part of the furniture. It was like a natural progression for her and I loved all the interactions she had with characters old and new. She had her own agenda in trying to solve Iris’s mystery but at the same time her helping and caring nature shone through particularly when it came to Claude even though resident gossip and busy body Belinda really tries to get in on the action a bit too much but I suppose she does have a good heart behind it all.
Claude was the enigma of the book and having an archive of the village including old documents, photos and letters etc. he was the key Lettie needed to get started on seeking out the answers. But to many he is cold, eccentric and aloof preferring to keep to himself. I think when someone is portrayed as being this way they must have a genuine reason for not wanting to socialise for fear of being over whelmed and not being able to interact as many people do. Lottie engages tentatively with Claude and I loved the subplot that developed surrounding him. It was heart-breaking and heart-warming in equal measure and will bring a tear to your eye and a smile to your face.
But despite Claude’s storyline having a significant impact on the overall book, it’s really Lettie and her delving back into the past that will grab every reader’s attention. When she meets Corey, a local fisherman and volunteer for the local lifeboats, she doesn’t bank on him being part of the puzzle that will potentially help her to solve her problems. To say much more regarding Lettie and how she keeps looking for the answers would ruin the book but trust me I loved how all the little hints and clues started to join together and things made sense. Miscommunication and misunderstandings are certainly two words that spring to mind and maybe heartache and bitterness could have been avoided. But Lettie certainly wants to right any wrongs that were done so many years ago.
Corey was grumpy, aloof and wary initially and I would say over protective but there was something about him that just drew both Lettie and the reader to him. I loved the way the pair sparred back and forth with each other and yes they may have rubbed each other up the wrong way numerous times but it was interesting to read about and it added another layer of drama and I suppose passion to the story. Similar to Claude, I thought Corey must have had something going on with him personally that meant he was so defensive but I loved how Lettie broke down the barriers and wanted to work with him to resolve the quest. Along the way sparks intensify and you do wish they could both find some happiness and wonder will it ever materialise.
Overall A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea was a really enjoyable read and a worthy follow up to book one. For Lettie time slowed down in Heaven’s Cove, she connected with Iris once more and learned a lot about herself in the process and came to have a certain affinity with the village. I really do hope Liz Eeles is busy working away on another Heaven’s Cove book because they really are engaging, delightful and entertaining reads.
May 22, 2021
This is the second installment of the Heaven’s Cove Series. It was such a fast-paced and enjoyable read, I couldn’t put it down. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The author quickly propels you to the edge of the sea to Heaven’s Cove.
Lettie Starcross wanders aimlessly through the cobblestone streets of Heaven’s Cove. After her Great Aunt Iris passes away, Lettie feels so lost. Lettie felt as if Aunt Iris was the only person her life that understood her and the only person in her family that she could connect with. So, when Aunt Iris leaves a letter with a key for Lettie the mystery begins. Lettie feels as if her life has purpose knowing that she has to find out what the key unlocks. But, when Lettie meets Corey, a local fisherman, the sparks fly between them, and once again Lettie finds herself in unfamiliar territory. Lettie is torn between Corey, her family and finding what Aunt Iris wanted her to know. Heaven’s Cove, is definitely a place to visit and once you are there, it’s not a place you will want to leave anytime soon. This is a story of family, love, romance and the beauty of a small town.
I really enjoyed the story of Corey’s Grandmother and also loved the dog Buster. So many great people in this story. I enjoyed this heartwarming, lovely book very much, and the reminder of never knowing what life will throw at you. I was so engrossed with the story and meeting all the residence of the town. This unputdownable read had me flying through the pages, not wanting it to end. I loved every page of this story. Thank you Liz Eeles for this fantastic read.
Lettie Starcross wanders aimlessly through the cobblestone streets of Heaven’s Cove. After her Great Aunt Iris passes away, Lettie feels so lost. Lettie felt as if Aunt Iris was the only person her life that understood her and the only person in her family that she could connect with. So, when Aunt Iris leaves a letter with a key for Lettie the mystery begins. Lettie feels as if her life has purpose knowing that she has to find out what the key unlocks. But, when Lettie meets Corey, a local fisherman, the sparks fly between them, and once again Lettie finds herself in unfamiliar territory. Lettie is torn between Corey, her family and finding what Aunt Iris wanted her to know. Heaven’s Cove, is definitely a place to visit and once you are there, it’s not a place you will want to leave anytime soon. This is a story of family, love, romance and the beauty of a small town.
I really enjoyed the story of Corey’s Grandmother and also loved the dog Buster. So many great people in this story. I enjoyed this heartwarming, lovely book very much, and the reminder of never knowing what life will throw at you. I was so engrossed with the story and meeting all the residence of the town. This unputdownable read had me flying through the pages, not wanting it to end. I loved every page of this story. Thank you Liz Eeles for this fantastic read.
May 30, 2021
My second book by author Liz Eeles, and the second book in the series, the story was a slow unfolding if the secret, in search of which Lettie had made the trip after her great-aunt’s death.
A key which held the truth and a letter which was the guide to discover the truth was all she had when she arrived at Heaven’s Cove. Lettie captured my heart slowly by the honesty of her emotions. Her grief reflected in her eyes. I had to thank the author in my mind for helping me see the scenes by the power of her words.
The story had the characters of first book make their small appearance. Romance too peeped in, but the core of the story was Lettie’s love for her aunt. I could do understand and love her for her commitment.
The whole book was like a cup of tea which warmed my insides and prevented the numbness from setting in.
A key which held the truth and a letter which was the guide to discover the truth was all she had when she arrived at Heaven’s Cove. Lettie captured my heart slowly by the honesty of her emotions. Her grief reflected in her eyes. I had to thank the author in my mind for helping me see the scenes by the power of her words.
The story had the characters of first book make their small appearance. Romance too peeped in, but the core of the story was Lettie’s love for her aunt. I could do understand and love her for her commitment.
The whole book was like a cup of tea which warmed my insides and prevented the numbness from setting in.
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May 16, 2021BLOG TOUR REVIEW
Review for 'A Letter To The Last House Before The Sea' by Liz Eeles .
Read and reviewed via NetGalley for Liz Eeles, Bookouture publishers and Bookouture anonymous
Publication date 19th May 2021.
This is the second book I have read by this author and it is the second book in the 'Heaven's Cove' series but can be read as a standalone. I have previously read the first book in this series 'Secrets At The Last House Before The Sea' which I would highly recommend.
I was originally drawn to this book by its eye catching cover and its intriguing synopsis and title. The synopsis stated that this book is 'Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Rosanna Ley and Sheila O’Flanagan'. I am a fan of Debbie Macomber so am looking forward to seeing if this lives up to this statement. I am also a fan of Liz and if this is half as good as 'Secrets At The Last House Before The Sea' it is sure to be a great read. I must admit I was also biased due to the publisher being Bookouture. I have yet to read a book published by Bookouture that I haven't enjoyed. Hopefully this won't be the first... Watch this space! (Written before I started reading the book).
This novel consists of a prologue and 37 chapters. The chapters are short to medium in length so possible to read 'just one more chapter' before bed...OK, I know yeah right, but still just in case!
This book is based in Devon, UK 🇬🇧. The bonus for me of books that are partly or fully based in the UK is that I live in the UK and have sometimes visited places mentioned in the book which makes it easier to picture. I have actually visited Devon on several occasions so am looking forward to see if I recognise anywhere.
This book is written in third person perspective with the main protagonists being Lettie Starcross and Claude Creasey. The benefits of third person perspective are that it let's you see the bigger picture of what's going on and you get to know more characters more, what they are thinking and what they are doing. It feels like you get to see the whole picture and not miss out in anything.
Well done Liz you have done it again!!! Another absolutely beautifully written book whose vivid descriptions completely arrested my attention. The cover and synopsis suited the storyline perfectly.
The storyline itself is captivating and heart warming but also devastatingly heart breaking in a way. A perfect summer read filled with mystery, romance, deceit and is perfect for anyone looking for an escape. I was absolutely hooked from page one until 1.30am in the morning when I finished having not being able to put it down. The overall atmosphere worked perfectly with the storyline and I felt myself surrounded by the sea and sounds of Devon and most definitely wanting to go back. The plot was very realistic making it all very easy to picture. I am so glad the way it all turned out and for me it ended perfectly. It is just a shame about poor Iris and how she had been wdongly perceived for all those years and I did find that heartbreaking.
I absolutely loved meeting some of the characters from Haven Cove again especially the fact that we got to learn more about Claude and his history this time. Another very sad history that was quite heartbreaking but what a romantic at heart!! The characters were vivid, strong and realistic and I loved the community surrounding the area. The author captured a typical village lifestyle perfectly. I loved getting to know Lettie, Claude and Corey along with Florance and many of the other lovely characters. As with reality you can't get along with everyone and I could not stand Simon, Daisy and the way Lettie's family treated her!!! It was great watching how all the characters developed and bonded throughout the book and I think some of them will stay with me for a long time. It's always great seeing strong female leads in books and Lettie was definitely kick a#%e!! Herself and Corey had both been through several tragedies.
Overall a heart warming, charming page turning and addictive novel in a gorgeous series.
Genres covered in this book include Womens Fiction and Romance amongst others.
I would recommend this book to the fans of the above as well as fans of Debbie Macomer, Summer and beach reads and anyone looking for a relaxing heart warming read.
317 pages.
This book is just £1.99 to purchase on kindle via Amazon which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!
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Review for 'A Letter To The Last House Before The Sea' by Liz Eeles .
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Publication date 19th May 2021.
This is the second book I have read by this author and it is the second book in the 'Heaven's Cove' series but can be read as a standalone. I have previously read the first book in this series 'Secrets At The Last House Before The Sea' which I would highly recommend.
I was originally drawn to this book by its eye catching cover and its intriguing synopsis and title. The synopsis stated that this book is 'Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Rosanna Ley and Sheila O’Flanagan'. I am a fan of Debbie Macomber so am looking forward to seeing if this lives up to this statement. I am also a fan of Liz and if this is half as good as 'Secrets At The Last House Before The Sea' it is sure to be a great read. I must admit I was also biased due to the publisher being Bookouture. I have yet to read a book published by Bookouture that I haven't enjoyed. Hopefully this won't be the first... Watch this space! (Written before I started reading the book).
This novel consists of a prologue and 37 chapters. The chapters are short to medium in length so possible to read 'just one more chapter' before bed...OK, I know yeah right, but still just in case!
This book is based in Devon, UK 🇬🇧. The bonus for me of books that are partly or fully based in the UK is that I live in the UK and have sometimes visited places mentioned in the book which makes it easier to picture. I have actually visited Devon on several occasions so am looking forward to see if I recognise anywhere.
This book is written in third person perspective with the main protagonists being Lettie Starcross and Claude Creasey. The benefits of third person perspective are that it let's you see the bigger picture of what's going on and you get to know more characters more, what they are thinking and what they are doing. It feels like you get to see the whole picture and not miss out in anything.
Well done Liz you have done it again!!! Another absolutely beautifully written book whose vivid descriptions completely arrested my attention. The cover and synopsis suited the storyline perfectly.
The storyline itself is captivating and heart warming but also devastatingly heart breaking in a way. A perfect summer read filled with mystery, romance, deceit and is perfect for anyone looking for an escape. I was absolutely hooked from page one until 1.30am in the morning when I finished having not being able to put it down. The overall atmosphere worked perfectly with the storyline and I felt myself surrounded by the sea and sounds of Devon and most definitely wanting to go back. The plot was very realistic making it all very easy to picture. I am so glad the way it all turned out and for me it ended perfectly. It is just a shame about poor Iris and how she had been wdongly perceived for all those years and I did find that heartbreaking.
I absolutely loved meeting some of the characters from Haven Cove again especially the fact that we got to learn more about Claude and his history this time. Another very sad history that was quite heartbreaking but what a romantic at heart!! The characters were vivid, strong and realistic and I loved the community surrounding the area. The author captured a typical village lifestyle perfectly. I loved getting to know Lettie, Claude and Corey along with Florance and many of the other lovely characters. As with reality you can't get along with everyone and I could not stand Simon, Daisy and the way Lettie's family treated her!!! It was great watching how all the characters developed and bonded throughout the book and I think some of them will stay with me for a long time. It's always great seeing strong female leads in books and Lettie was definitely kick a#%e!! Herself and Corey had both been through several tragedies.
Overall a heart warming, charming page turning and addictive novel in a gorgeous series.
Genres covered in this book include Womens Fiction and Romance amongst others.
I would recommend this book to the fans of the above as well as fans of Debbie Macomer, Summer and beach reads and anyone looking for a relaxing heart warming read.
317 pages.
This book is just £1.99 to purchase on kindle via Amazon which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!
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May 19, 2021
When Lettie Starcross arrives in the pretty coastal village of Heaven's Cove she is grieving for the loss of her beloved great-aunt and looking for answers as to why Great-aunt Iris left Heaven's Cove seventy years ago, never to return.
What then follows is a very welcome return visit back to this little corner of Devon which we were first introduced to in Secrets of the Last House before the Sea. Driftwood House is, once again, very much a character in the story and I enjoyed going back to see what changes Rosie had made in the running of her guest house.
The secret at the heart of the story has much to offer and as long held resentments and old dramas come to the surface so Lettie starts to have a different view of her great-aunt and the reasons why she left Heaven's Cove all those years ago. Of course, Lettie's search for the truth is not without difficulty but her resilient nature shines through especially in her altercations with the enigmatic, bur rather handsome, Corey. It also opens up emotional flaws in Lettie's personal life and causes her to question her own relationships with her rather needy family.
It's been an absolute pleasure to be back in Heaven's Cove again. The author brings so much warmth and empathy to the stories that it's very easy to get lost in time and imagine yourself walking down the hill from Driftwood House into the village. The characters come alive, I especially enjoyed getting to know the new characters whilst being happy to be reacquainted with some of the more eccentric villagers.
The author writes this gentle drama with a fine eye for detail and a wonderful sense of bringing everything to completion. Whilst it is perfectly possible to read the story as a standalone, of course. it does help a little if you have visited Heaven's Cove before if only to enjoy meeting up again with a few old friends.
A Letter to the Last House before the Sea is every bit as good as I knew it would be and I hope to be back again soon in Heaven's Cove.
What then follows is a very welcome return visit back to this little corner of Devon which we were first introduced to in Secrets of the Last House before the Sea. Driftwood House is, once again, very much a character in the story and I enjoyed going back to see what changes Rosie had made in the running of her guest house.
The secret at the heart of the story has much to offer and as long held resentments and old dramas come to the surface so Lettie starts to have a different view of her great-aunt and the reasons why she left Heaven's Cove all those years ago. Of course, Lettie's search for the truth is not without difficulty but her resilient nature shines through especially in her altercations with the enigmatic, bur rather handsome, Corey. It also opens up emotional flaws in Lettie's personal life and causes her to question her own relationships with her rather needy family.
It's been an absolute pleasure to be back in Heaven's Cove again. The author brings so much warmth and empathy to the stories that it's very easy to get lost in time and imagine yourself walking down the hill from Driftwood House into the village. The characters come alive, I especially enjoyed getting to know the new characters whilst being happy to be reacquainted with some of the more eccentric villagers.
The author writes this gentle drama with a fine eye for detail and a wonderful sense of bringing everything to completion. Whilst it is perfectly possible to read the story as a standalone, of course. it does help a little if you have visited Heaven's Cove before if only to enjoy meeting up again with a few old friends.
A Letter to the Last House before the Sea is every bit as good as I knew it would be and I hope to be back again soon in Heaven's Cove.
March 24, 2022
Many series depend on the continuation of a character or a set of characters. The Heaven’s Cove Series does not. The continuity is found in the setting—the little village of Heaven’s Cove and Driftwood House perched on a cliff high above the ocean. Therefore, with only a few characters from the first book showing up in the second, anyone can easily jump into the series with this second book, A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea. I should add, however, that I loved the first book and immediately after reading it purchased the second book so I would be ready to jump into the third which was recently published.
Lettie has had a hard time finding her way in life. Her family tries to manage her personal life while depending on her to be on call for their needs—be they babysitting, shopping, or sorting repairs. When she is sacked from a customer service job five weeks after the death of her beloved great-aunt Iris, she does a runner to Heaven’s Cove where she hopes to fulfill the bedside wish of her aunt to “find out for me, darling girl.” Aunt Iris had secrets about her past. She left Heaven’s Cove as a teenager with her whole family, never to return. She bequeathed a delicate gold key to Lettie that was connected to her secret. Lettie is committed to discovering what the secrets are that make up Iris’ past.
Locals are suspicious and disdainful of outsiders so Lettie has trouble researching the history, but in the process realizes that maybe she is ready to rediscover her former passion for history and reinvent herself. Along the way she meets several handsome young men and some cranky old timers. She finds Heaven’s Cove calling to her. As she follows leads on Iris’ story, she discovers someone else in need of her skills to track down a long lost love, adding another emotional dimension to the plot.
Lettie is a very likable main character. You will want the best for her and feel her frustrations as your own. My second visit to Heaven’s Cove kept me turning pages and ended with me smiling in satisfaction.
Lettie has had a hard time finding her way in life. Her family tries to manage her personal life while depending on her to be on call for their needs—be they babysitting, shopping, or sorting repairs. When she is sacked from a customer service job five weeks after the death of her beloved great-aunt Iris, she does a runner to Heaven’s Cove where she hopes to fulfill the bedside wish of her aunt to “find out for me, darling girl.” Aunt Iris had secrets about her past. She left Heaven’s Cove as a teenager with her whole family, never to return. She bequeathed a delicate gold key to Lettie that was connected to her secret. Lettie is committed to discovering what the secrets are that make up Iris’ past.
Locals are suspicious and disdainful of outsiders so Lettie has trouble researching the history, but in the process realizes that maybe she is ready to rediscover her former passion for history and reinvent herself. Along the way she meets several handsome young men and some cranky old timers. She finds Heaven’s Cove calling to her. As she follows leads on Iris’ story, she discovers someone else in need of her skills to track down a long lost love, adding another emotional dimension to the plot.
Lettie is a very likable main character. You will want the best for her and feel her frustrations as your own. My second visit to Heaven’s Cove kept me turning pages and ended with me smiling in satisfaction.
May 17, 2021
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea by Liz Eeles find the read in Devon, on the shore, visiting the house (now a guesthouse), in which Iris Starcross had grown up. She was gone now, just a couple of weeks ago, at the age of 99. Her great-niece, Lettie, had been by her side and had been asked to, "find out" for her. Find out what? There was the necklace Iris always wore, with a small gold key, and a short note Lettie had found tucked into the lining of Iris' purse, which told her to "sit where I sat..." Not a lot to go on but since Lettie had lost her job (for telling a customer to get a life) she really had nothing better to do than try to find out. So off she went, meeting an odd assortment of kind of cranky people along the way. There were some who were not cranky as well, but the cranky ones were the ones she needed help from.
A lovely romance and a bit of a mystery, possibly explaining why Iris had never married and why she wore that key around her neck. Lettie made friends easily and people began to open up to her, small clues at first, but clues. Lettie had been trying to make herself fit into a mold that her family had made for her, with no desire on her part. She didn't want to be a customer care agent; she wanted to work with history. She didn't want to marry any old guy; she wanted love. She didn't want to be the one that had to do things for her family; she wanted them to take care of themselves. She was strong and on her way to being independent. She had found things and people in Heaven's Cove that she care about and she didn't want to lose them. I loved this book, just like the one before it. It is reality, in an awfully romantic setting, full of both history and great beauty. I recommend it.
I was invited to read a free e-ARC of A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea by Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #netgalley #alettertothelasthousebeforethesea
A lovely romance and a bit of a mystery, possibly explaining why Iris had never married and why she wore that key around her neck. Lettie made friends easily and people began to open up to her, small clues at first, but clues. Lettie had been trying to make herself fit into a mold that her family had made for her, with no desire on her part. She didn't want to be a customer care agent; she wanted to work with history. She didn't want to marry any old guy; she wanted love. She didn't want to be the one that had to do things for her family; she wanted them to take care of themselves. She was strong and on her way to being independent. She had found things and people in Heaven's Cove that she care about and she didn't want to lose them. I loved this book, just like the one before it. It is reality, in an awfully romantic setting, full of both history and great beauty. I recommend it.
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April 28, 2021
If youre a fan of Debbie Macomber's Cedar Cove series, then you must pick this one up! Told with tons of love and a lot of heart, you'll fall in love with Heaven's Cove on the first page. Just arriving in Heavens Cove, Lettie Starcross is on a mission to solve the mysterious message her aunt left her with upon her death. All she has is a letter, a key, and a mysterious sentence her aunt muttered before she passed. Having recently been let go from her boring customer care job, she plans on taking a few weeks to mourn her aunt, gather her bearings, and find a new job. She didn't bargain for falling in love with the area and the people in it.
This is evidently the second book in a series about Heavens Cove but I assure you it reads perfectly as a stand alone as well. Ive never read the.first book and had no trouble at all getting into this story. The descriptions of the town and its residents are told so beautifully just close your eyes and you'll hear the ocean. Primarily a romance, there's also a little mystery as well.
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This was such a sweet curl up on the couch and read away an afternoon love story. Even secondary characters are well described and add to the story and not just used as page filler. The only parts of the.book I couldn't get into were when Lettie was a doormat where her family was.concerned. She couldn't seem to stand up for herself at all for the vast majority of the book. She was such an interesting and adventurous character but the fact she couldn't stand up for herself in basic things where her family was concerned was honestly annoying. I've never had the pleasure of reading any of Liz Eeles books before but Ill definitely add her to my TBR list after this.
Thank you to NetGalley, Liz Eeles, and Bookouture for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
This is evidently the second book in a series about Heavens Cove but I assure you it reads perfectly as a stand alone as well. Ive never read the.first book and had no trouble at all getting into this story. The descriptions of the town and its residents are told so beautifully just close your eyes and you'll hear the ocean. Primarily a romance, there's also a little mystery as well.
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This was such a sweet curl up on the couch and read away an afternoon love story. Even secondary characters are well described and add to the story and not just used as page filler. The only parts of the.book I couldn't get into were when Lettie was a doormat where her family was.concerned. She couldn't seem to stand up for herself at all for the vast majority of the book. She was such an interesting and adventurous character but the fact she couldn't stand up for herself in basic things where her family was concerned was honestly annoying. I've never had the pleasure of reading any of Liz Eeles books before but Ill definitely add her to my TBR list after this.
Thank you to NetGalley, Liz Eeles, and Bookouture for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
May 23, 2021
Heaven’s Cove and Driftwood House the B & B was first introduced to use in a previous book by this author. And we are swept back to this house, almost at the edge of the world, the sea power below as the world carries on even when everything else seems to be changing.
For Lettie Starcross, Driftwood House is the right place to escape to and perhaps she can get some answers to not just her late great aunts previous life in Heaven’s Cover but also some answers for herself. Portrayed as the Starcross Family’s resident drudge – she is there for the convenience of them all and none of it is helping her. I was immediately struck at how callous and ignorant her family were in treating Lettie, it made me want to spit! When Lettie up sticks to Heaven’s Cove it was clearly going to do more than just Lettie some good.
Great Aunt Iris leaves clues to her previous life in Heaven’s Cove but never spoke of why she left and what she left behind. Lettie, grieving for this lost stability in her life she seeks to find out about Iris past. Driftwood House it turns out was Iris previous home and her name still makes some of the older residents blanch when it is heard. Some memories run deep and history has a way of still affecting the present.
As Lettie learns more about her aunt and what happened, she also learns about the village and it’s villagers and finds herself drawn into someone else’s past which somehow makes her connect to Heaven’s Cove stronger and the pull seems greater than her previous life in London, with her family close by.
Events unfold and secrets are shared and the truth is finally known about a previous Starcross at the Last House by the Sea but will the past make the newer one finally find a place in the world.
A book whose backdrop of the rugged landscape and the weather is as prominent feature in these stories about Heaven’s Cove as much as the character’s. It gives it a sense of importance and reflects on how its powerful and beauty can be seen in the actions of those who live close by.
I really hope to go back to Heaven’s Cove…..if only I could stay in Driftwood House…..do find the time for a break away there.
For Lettie Starcross, Driftwood House is the right place to escape to and perhaps she can get some answers to not just her late great aunts previous life in Heaven’s Cover but also some answers for herself. Portrayed as the Starcross Family’s resident drudge – she is there for the convenience of them all and none of it is helping her. I was immediately struck at how callous and ignorant her family were in treating Lettie, it made me want to spit! When Lettie up sticks to Heaven’s Cove it was clearly going to do more than just Lettie some good.
Great Aunt Iris leaves clues to her previous life in Heaven’s Cove but never spoke of why she left and what she left behind. Lettie, grieving for this lost stability in her life she seeks to find out about Iris past. Driftwood House it turns out was Iris previous home and her name still makes some of the older residents blanch when it is heard. Some memories run deep and history has a way of still affecting the present.
As Lettie learns more about her aunt and what happened, she also learns about the village and it’s villagers and finds herself drawn into someone else’s past which somehow makes her connect to Heaven’s Cove stronger and the pull seems greater than her previous life in London, with her family close by.
Events unfold and secrets are shared and the truth is finally known about a previous Starcross at the Last House by the Sea but will the past make the newer one finally find a place in the world.
A book whose backdrop of the rugged landscape and the weather is as prominent feature in these stories about Heaven’s Cove as much as the character’s. It gives it a sense of importance and reflects on how its powerful and beauty can be seen in the actions of those who live close by.
I really hope to go back to Heaven’s Cove…..if only I could stay in Driftwood House…..do find the time for a break away there.
June 1, 2021
Iris Starcross passes away, entrusting her great niece Lettie with a key and letter from her past love. Lettie travels to Devon to search for answers which will allow her beloved Iris to rest in peace...
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series from Lize Eeles. We meet characters from the first book Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea but there are no major spoilers except for the relationship outcomes.
Lettie has always put her family first while her own life is on hold. She is dependable and this has led her to support her parents and sister at the expense of her own hopes and dreams. Now she has promised to fulfil Iris's final wish but this is a task she takes on joyfully.
Her experience on arrival in Heaven's Cove doesn't make her task seem very hopeful. She is rejected by the locals and struggling to deal with her fear of water following a childhood accident in which she nearly drowned. She is also being bombarded with messages from her family, demanding she return to continue supporting them.
As Lettie finds her own path, she has the opportunity to date two men but is either of them Mr Right? While Lettie makes brave decisions and changes to her own life, she also manages to have a positive impact on several villagers which is really heartwarming and emotional to read.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea was a wonderfully warm and gentle yet gripping novel about finding your own place in the world and the enduring power of love.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series from Lize Eeles. We meet characters from the first book Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea but there are no major spoilers except for the relationship outcomes.
Lettie has always put her family first while her own life is on hold. She is dependable and this has led her to support her parents and sister at the expense of her own hopes and dreams. Now she has promised to fulfil Iris's final wish but this is a task she takes on joyfully.
Her experience on arrival in Heaven's Cove doesn't make her task seem very hopeful. She is rejected by the locals and struggling to deal with her fear of water following a childhood accident in which she nearly drowned. She is also being bombarded with messages from her family, demanding she return to continue supporting them.
As Lettie finds her own path, she has the opportunity to date two men but is either of them Mr Right? While Lettie makes brave decisions and changes to her own life, she also manages to have a positive impact on several villagers which is really heartwarming and emotional to read.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea was a wonderfully warm and gentle yet gripping novel about finding your own place in the world and the enduring power of love.
August 17, 2022
Author Liz Eeles is back with another Heaven’s Cove book and wow! Did she manage to reduce me to tears…absolutely she did, and it was SO worth it.
We start the book with Iris Starcross who is about to move on to her heavenly reward and see all those who have gone before her, but before she says goodbye to her great niece Lettie, she asks of her one last thing, something she couldn’t do in her lifetime, and that was to return to Heavenly Cove and find out what the key she has worn around her neck opens, a key that would give Lettie the answers that she was never able to discover herself.
Lettie Starcross was in Devon on a discovery from her great-aunt Iris, to find out what this key opens, but Lettie was determined to do that for Iris, and honestly, this trip came at what could only be described as the perfect time, with the fact that she just lost her job, and truly she could do with the constant childminding for her sister and the shopping for her Mum. But Lettie found a whole lot more in Heavenly Cove, from friends, history, facing her fears, and possibly much, much more.
Liz Eeles is one of those authors that speaks to your soul, you can always find a little bit of yourself in her characters, and honestly, I totally could with this book. Now despite the fact that I lived in England until I was 23, I have never actually stopped in Devon, but the author's writing makes it feel like it is your home, from the characters in the town to its description, I feel like I belong at Driftwood House and Heavenly Cove.
We start the book with Iris Starcross who is about to move on to her heavenly reward and see all those who have gone before her, but before she says goodbye to her great niece Lettie, she asks of her one last thing, something she couldn’t do in her lifetime, and that was to return to Heavenly Cove and find out what the key she has worn around her neck opens, a key that would give Lettie the answers that she was never able to discover herself.
Lettie Starcross was in Devon on a discovery from her great-aunt Iris, to find out what this key opens, but Lettie was determined to do that for Iris, and honestly, this trip came at what could only be described as the perfect time, with the fact that she just lost her job, and truly she could do with the constant childminding for her sister and the shopping for her Mum. But Lettie found a whole lot more in Heavenly Cove, from friends, history, facing her fears, and possibly much, much more.
Liz Eeles is one of those authors that speaks to your soul, you can always find a little bit of yourself in her characters, and honestly, I totally could with this book. Now despite the fact that I lived in England until I was 23, I have never actually stopped in Devon, but the author's writing makes it feel like it is your home, from the characters in the town to its description, I feel like I belong at Driftwood House and Heavenly Cove.
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