I loved this book and was so sad to have finished it leaving behind the characters and the seaside town of Wynmouth. Tess works in her father's PR firm and is a workaholic. She makes a decision that for the sake of her health she will take time off. Tess sends her father an email the day she leaves for a cottage she has booked in Wynmouth, a place she has happy memories of childhood holidays.
She quickly makes friends with the cottage owner and publican Sam and Hope and her mother who run the cafe. Being a workaholic Tess isn't finding it easy to wind down and becomes involved in helping out Sam and Hope.
So many things happen in this book and I couldn't put it down. I felt as if I was living in the seaside town and in Tess's cottage. I am hoping for a sequel.

As with Poppy’s Recipe for Life when Heidi’s latest book ‘The Secret Seaside Escape’ went up for review early I just couldn’t resist requesting to read it.

I just knew I wasn’t going to be disappointed. Heidi takes us to a completely new setting to Wynmouth where Tess Tyler decides to go on holiday from her high pressured job working in PR for her father. Tess wants to escape her life for a bit but also takes with her a family secret. However that doesn’t even compare to what she discovers when she goes to Wynmouth. I’m obviously not going to divulge those secrets but they are all packed with drama!

I also really enjoyed meeting new characters such as Sophie and Hope along with the lovely Sam. I could see how close the residents of this seaside village are and they are always there to help each other out. I adore a book where there’s a strong sense of community and this one certainly has that!

I am a mega huge fan of Heidi’s writing so I get beyond excited to see her announce yet another book which I’m sure will be a yet another huge success. If you want a book that is packed with friendship, family and community then this book is definitely for you ❤️ If I could give ‘The Secret Seaside Escape’ more than 5* it’s obvious I would so I am giving it 5*/5* 😊

Thank you to Simon and Schuster for an advanced copy of this book via Netgalley.

I am a big Heidi Swain fan and have read all of her books so far so I was really excited to give this a read. Unfortunately it didn’t hold my interest and I gave up about half way through. Not for me, this one.

Sometimes you're at a point in life where its so challenging you need an escape, to run away, not only was this true for the main character of this book, it was true for me and whilst I couldnt run away, I could hope that my favourite author's new book was absolutely fantastic so I could escape into it for a few hours. Thankfully it was.
At first I was worried it was going to be predictable but after a few chapters Heidi swain hit you with so many curve balls that you didnt expect that it was anything but predictable and it was absolutely brilliant. She described family, love and friendship in a way that many of us can empathise with. Another fantastic book by Heidi Swain. I love it that much that I may buy a paper back version when it comes out just so I can have it on my bookshelf.

With a perfect setting in Wynmouth, I thoroughly enjoyed meeting the villagers and seeing Tess’ impact on their lives. This is a super read with some likeable characters with their intriguing back stories. Tess has returned to the place she remembers feeling safe and happy in her childhood and shows herself to be such a capable and proactive person. Friendship and family issues merge together and there are some surprises in store. Highly recommended for a warm and uplifting read. Lets hope we return to Wynmouth in the future.

Thanks to Netgalley for a copy of the book.

Tess is a hardworking PR person who needs a break. She works with her father and her mother has recently passed away. When cleaning out her mothers belongings she finds her diary and it all becomes too much. She has lovely memories of holidays with her mother in Wynmouth and fondly remembers her first kiss there, behind the beach huts, so she takes a break and heads there.
She meets some lovely friends, mainly Sam and Hope, and throws herself into life in Wynmouth. She even uses her PR skills to organise nights in the pub and a solstice party on the beach. Then a familiar face turns up and a lot of little fires are lit! She reads her mothers diary and finds out some interesting stuff about her parents marriage and questions everything she believes in. Eventually it all comes crashing together, her parents past, her own past and possibly her future.
I really enjoyed the story of Tess and I found her a likeable character, if a little niave at times. The friends she makes are all lovely and the backdrop of Wynmouth and the beach will have you looking forward to the summer.
Thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and Heidi Swain for an ARC in exchange for an honest review

I absolutely loved this book. It's only the second of Heidi's I've read, but it's really made me hungry for more.

I loved Tess, and the community of Wynmouth was so welcoming and loving – it really seems like the perfect place to escape to when work gets too much. It gave me such nostalgic vibes for me and my family sitting on a beach in Whitley Bay feasting on fish and chips.

The book is also an advertisement against working with your family. I wasn't a big fan of Tess' dad, and I also didn't much enjoy Chris either.

It's fantastic escapism fiction, and you will enjoy this immensely.

I read this while in Norfolk where the novel is set and really enjoyed it.

Following Tess as she runs from her busy job and family secrets to her favourite childhood holiday destination and the people, places sense of community and belonging she finds there (alongside some romantic intrigue) make this book a perfect, easy holiday read.

Great new book from one of my favourite authors. I love the Wynbridge novels and thought I’d be a little disappointed with a new location. I couldn’t have been more wrong. Wynmouth had me wanting to pack my bags, rent a cottage and set off to the sea. It was a great community filled with great new characters and even a couple of cute dogs. Who could ask for more? What was particularly great was that I thought I knew exactly how the story was developing so the plot twists really took me by surprise, even though I loved the new direction. Really hoping that they’ll be more from Wynmouth in the future. A story for Charlie perhaps?

Heidi Swain writes fantastic stories and this one does not disappoint. I was gripped from the first word to the last.
Tess has a lot on her mind and needs to get away to think thing through and take time for herself. But she finds relaxing a bit to difficult so she ends up helping out the locals where she is staying.
She meets some very nice people but there are secrets between them and history. As time goes on she finds out a few of the secrets and puts one and one together and makes 3 but all comes together in the end. This book is full of surprises it is a must to read.
I found it hard to put down and I am disappointed it came to an end because I did not want it to end.

Thank you for my digital review copy via NetGalley.

This is the first book I've read by Heidi Swain and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I was curled up with our rescue dog, nursing a sore back, torrential rain pouring outside and I couldn't put it down. I loved being transported to Wynmouth along with Tess.

Great characters, lots of stories within the story and a couple of dogs too. I recommend escaping to Wynmouth as soon as possible - the book is published on April 30th.

I was delighted to receive this book from Netgalley as I absolutely adore books by this talented author so much. I was interested to see the new community of Wynmouth and found it to be every bit as welcoming and idyllic as her other settings in previous books.
Brilliant characters and some secrets that kept you on your toes throughout made this book completely addictive!
I enjoyed my trip to the Norfolk coast, Heidi’s excellent descriptive writing once again captured my imagination and had me drifting off to the seaside whilst curled up in front of my fire 🔥
Such a wonderful feel good story, I’m already looking forward to the next book!

This was such a good book. I really loved the characters and I enjoyed trying to figure out where the storyline was going. The last couple of chapters even brought a tear to my eye... brilliant ending

Tess Tyler has a high-flying career at Tyler PR, but working for the family business isn’t all its cracked up to be. When Tess’ dad acts more overbearing boss than caring father, she realises its time for a change. After a shocking discovery Tess flees to Wynmouth, the seaside town that helped forge some of her best childhood memories.

But Tess finds the town to be quieter then she remembers, and it doesn’t take long before she’s throwing herself into turning the ailing tourist trade around along with he help of her new found friends Sam and Hope. But when a familiar face returns to Wynmouth, Tess begins to realise that everywhere - and everyone - has their secrets, and her real life might just be about to catch up with her.

I remember feeling slightly nervous when Swain set Wynbridge aside and began to write about the residents of Nightingale Square. When I requested this title on NetGalley, and saw that she was once again veering from the well-known and loved, I had that same sinking feeling.

Well, I really should have known better. having read and loved every single one of Heidi’s books regardless of the setting. If I’ve said it once I’ve said it a hundred times - or at least on every review for Swain’s books I’ve written - it is the effortless writing style, delicious descriptions, and above all, the charming characters that keep me coming back for more! In fact, I never even read the blurb on her new books anymore, I buy/request them without a second thought.

If you have, or haven’t, read anything by Heidi Swain before this novel is the perfect one to get you in the mood for summer. Full of sun, sand, sea and…well, a few gorgeous men!

First time reading Heidi Swain and I really enjoyed this book. I enjoyed the storyline and the idea that it’s possible to overcome any problems together. Will definitely look out fur more books by this author.

You know your on a winner when you read a book in less than 24 hours and don't want to put it down.

I love Heidi Swain books and this was no exception, I love the characters and the warmth they generate. You feel like they are people you see on a daily basis and can picture them and the beautiful Norfolk scenery perfectly in your imagination.

Heidi always creates a long lasting warm and fuzzy feelings for her readers and her wonderful writing style makes them perfect to read no what your mood.

I loved this visit to Wynbridge and can't wait to read more by this amazing author!!

Oh my goodness. It’s take me ages usually to read a book , but this book in less then a week,
A wonderfully told story of twists and turns, loveable characters and beautiful messages. Certainly a book that I couldn’t put down and Never wanted it to end. I do hope that there is a follow on. Would love to follow the characters. Fab book Heidi.

The Secret Seaside Escape is exactly what you'd hope for from Heidi! Wynmouth is amazing and I'm running away to go live there right now! I adored the characters so much! Tess, Hope, Sophie, Sam, Joe... They were just ao wonderful! Oh and not forgetting Bonkers Bruce!!

This is a gorgeous, sweet, funny, dramatic and perfect book by a BRILLIANT author!

I love Heidi's books and I was so excited to see that this one was set by the seaside which is my favourite happy place and when I started to read I knew that I would love Wynmouth as much as Wynbridge and Nightingale Square.
Tess is burnout working all the hours of the day for her Dad's PR firm, she starts to feel disillusioned with life then when sorting out her Mums effects she is shellshocked by a discovery that rocks her world.
She leaves for the only place that she felt was her happy place a place that she spent time as a child with her Mum, Wynmouth.
She rents a small cottage from Sam the pub landlord and goes completely of the grid. and starts to make friends in the villge.
I loved this book it was a total escape from life and I loved the characters and Heidi always makes them so likeable and I just jump into her novels with both feet.
i will be recommending this for a fantastic summer read.

Book review for The Secret Seaside Escape

I was very lucky to be given this ARC of one of my favourite authors.
This book was exactly what I needed after being taken down with a cold. I was captivated from the first page and read this being house bound over the weekend. It was the perfect medicine that I needed. Full of warmth, romance, drama and wonderful characters. I absolutely loved everything about this charming beautiful story.
The plot was brilliantly thought out and I loved the little secrets that kept popping up.

The story was set in the wonderful seaside resort of Wynmouth and you really feel like you were there with the characters. I love where Heidi has got her inspiration from and I really need a trip to the Norfolk coast now to see this wonderfulness for myself.

I loved the characters just to touch on a few; Tess the over worked career women needing a break who runs away from her dad and work for her own well being. Sam the dishy pub landlord who Tess grows close to. Joe the intriguing bad boy farmer back in town after so long away who also grows close to Tess. Sophie the café owner and mother figure who takes good care of Tess. PS how delicious were her food and drinks. I was even sitting at work on Monday thinking of what the characters were up to as if I knew them!

I love Heidi’s work and always will buy any new book of hers out. Think back to Snowflakes and Cinnamon Swirls at the Winter Wonderland, The Christmas Wish List and The Cherry Tree Café to name a few of my favourites. If you haven’t read these then you need to 😊 they are fabulous! This new book is out on 30th April and is a must read.