this is the second book in the series about Jade and Finn who are engaged and run an animal sanctuary. sweet quick read.

I really enjoy Della Galton’s books and this is no exception. The rescue centre and all its residents, human and animal, lives are disrupted when a very arrogant property developer buys the farm next door and proposes to build houses. Jade had originally agreed to purchase the land directly next to the rescue centre but it turns out that that will not be possible. What can they do to stop the development going ahead? This is full of heartwarming moments as well as secrets and challenges, including the trust between the two main characters Jade and Finn being tested. I must say that I do like how characters from her previous books are weaved into the story. As always some of the animals , like parrot Mr Spock and Mickey the dog, centre stage! Thanks to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for the ARC

Summer Secrets at Duck Pond Cottage follows Jade and Finn as they continue to navigate their happy ever after but with family dramas and property developers sniffing around it isn't a easy ride. I enjoyed everything about this book especially the naughty but cute animals. Mr Spock is a stand out with his cussing language he had me in fits of laughter and I need Mr Spock in my life. Jade and Ben remind me a lot of myself as I would rescue and go beyond for animals too. The family drama plotted had a few surprises that I wasn't expecting at all. I enjoyed the brief appearance of Phoebe from a previous series and I love how the rescues work together. It's a heartwarming story filled with my favourite thing in the world ANIMALS!

This heartwarming novel follows Finn and Jade, an engaged couple juggling wedding planning, their bustling animal sanctuary, and their busy daily lives. Finn, an aspiring artist, gets a chance to make it big, while Jade hopes to acquire neighboring land to expand Duck Pond Cottage. However, both face unexpected challenges—personally and professionally—that could change everything.

This was a charming and quick read, perfect for a vacation or a relaxing afternoon. While the story was fairly low-key, it kept me engaged with just enough twists and turns to hold my interest. Finn and Jade’s relationship was lovely to follow, and I enjoyed seeing how they navigated their daily challenges together. Their interactions with others added warmth and depth, making the book even more enjoyable.

Overall, this is a cozy, feel-good read, perfect for those who enjoy light, low-stakes romance with an established couple working through life together. If you’re looking for an easygoing story with a touch of drama but no heavy tension, this book is a great choice.

This is the second book in this delightful series but could be read as a standalone. Perfect for fans of this authors puddle-duck farm series as this story incorporates some of the characters from there.

This instalment shines a light on the relationship between jade and Finn and compromises of their story.

A heartwarming and uplifting quick read which was perfect escapism and covered a lot of family issues along with .some funny animal antidotes.

Looking forward to seeing where this series takes the reader next

This was a great read following the family, friends and animals at Duck Pond Cottage, Great characters and the parrot was so very funny. Jade and Finn's story made for a great read showing the importance of family and friends. I look forward to reading another installment in this series.

Wonderful to be back at Duck Pond Cottage with Jade and Finn. This is the second instalment and what a delight it is. The characters are so true to believe and I felt fully immersed in the story so much so I felt I was living in Duck Pond cottage along with them all. I loved every page of this book and I cannot wait for the next instalment.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in return for an honest review. It was an absolute pleasure.

I received a free copy of, Summer Secrets at Duck Pond Cottage, by Della Galton, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This is book 2 of 2 in The Duck Pond Cottage Series. Jade an Finn are happily running their animal rescue, until an interloper wants to change everything, can they trust each other to get through this? This was an enjoyable read.

Summer Secrets at Duck Pond Cottage is a lovely book. I didn't realize that it was the second in a series, but that did not diminish my enjoyment or understanding of the book. Galton did a wonderful job of bringing the delightful characters to life. However, the descriptions of the animal santuary’s residents antics are what really stole my heart. I want to be a part of this world and a character in this book. I can't wait to read the next installment! What a fun, cozy read!

This story is about Jade and Finn. They’re both busy with the rescue and Finn’s art career. There’s a lot going on in this book. There’s some secrets and other side plots that threaten their happiness. It’s nice to revisit the Duck Pond and everyone there.

Simply awesome! This is such a wonderful series, just like the Puddleduck series. More trials, tribulations and celebrations at Duck Pond Rescue. Secrets kept and revealed, found family, and a fun twist in the middle. Jade, Finn, Ben and the rest are great characters. And the ending ... now I'm dying to find out how that turns out!
Thanks to Netgalley, Boldwood Books, and Della Galton for the free ARC. All opinions are my own.

Great return to the Duck Pond Cottage. Jade and Finn are living in the idyllic countryside in a wonderful animal rescue sanctuary. Finns art is going places and has an exhibition coming up. Jade is over the moon that her neighbours have sold her some of their land. Than it all goes pear shaped.
Loving this series and looking forward to coming back to the cottage for future visits.

"Summer Secrets at Duck Pond Cottage" by Della Galton is the second instalment in the Duck Pond Cottage series. Although I haven’t read the first book, it didn’t take away from my enjoyment of this one.
The story revolves around Jade and Finn, an engaged couple running an animal rescue centre while planning their wedding. The plot is heartwarming and filled with the ups and downs of their daily lives at the centre. Despite the challenges they face, I loved how they tackled everything together without letting it affect their relationship.
This book is a quick, easy read that warmed my heart. The witty banter between the characters and the humorous moments added so much charm to the story. The parrot, in particular, had me laughing out loud!
I highly recommend this book to fans of cozy, small-town romances, animal lovers, and anyone looking for an uplifting and feel-good read.
I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This heartwarming story follows Finn and Jade, an engaged couple in the throes of wedding planning while also managing a busy animal sanctuary and their hectic daily lives. Finn is an aspiring artist who receives opportunity to finally make it big, and Jade is looking to acquire some land next door to expand her thriving animal sanctuary - Duck Pond Cottage. These endeavors don't come easier, however, as there are revelations and challenges both in their professional lives as well as in their personal lives that could change everything.

This was a very cute and quick read, and I could imagine this book would be great for a vacation or car ride. It was easy to follow and despite being pretty mundane in terms of content, was able to keep my interest the whole way through. There were just enough twists and turns to keep my wanting to read. I adored both Finn and Jade and their relationship with each other and the people around them. I enjoyed seeing how they handled challenges together and having a glimpse into their daily lives.

My only gripe was that the story was a bit too perfect for me. Yes, there was some drama but it was resolved quickly without much consequence and the challenges that were presented were easily overcome. I think the most interesting thing that happened that really kept me hooked was the whole Declan situation. I wish I could have seen Finn and Jade having to work through that issue a bit more at least to have some character growth and development, but that entire situation really didn't seem to effect their relationship at all. I like a mature, communicating couple but they seem to never get mad or get cranky with each other or even argue even about small things. I wish I could have seen them having to work on their relationship more. They are a great couple but unrealistic in my opinion. Even with the wedding planning, they were both just in agreement with everything even when another couple is involved. That took me out of the story a bit. Regardless, I still enjoyed reading.

This is a great book for those looking for a cozy quick and easy, uncomplicated read with some drama but without high tension. I recommend it for people that like reading about established, mature couples who are going through life together.

Summer Secrets at Duck Pond Cottage by Della Galton is a heartwarming and charming tale of love, trust, and second chances. Set in the picturesque Wiltshire countryside, Jade and Finn’s life at Duck Pond Rescue is idyllic—until an unscrupulous property developer threatens everything they’ve built. As they confront secrets from Finn’s past and navigate the challenges of running the rescue center, the couple’s bond is tested. With a quirky cast of animals adding humor and warmth, this story beautifully explores how love can heal old wounds and pave the way for a brighter future. A perfect read for fans of uplifting romance with a touch of drama.

The concept of this book is truly heartwarming: a rescue center filled with unique animals, challenges to protect the sanctuary, and a protagonist who tirelessly fights for every creature that comes her way. But the standout star of the story? The parrot, Mr. Spock. With his knack for mimicking sounds, singing, and hilarious antics, he completely stole the show and brought many smiles to my face.

As someone who absolutely loves animals and has two cats I adopted from an animal shelter, I felt a deep connection to the story. On top of that, one of my friends has two parrots, so reading about Mr. Spock brought back fond memories of their funny antics. This personal connection made me enjoy the book even more!

Jade, the main character, is likable and passionate, and Finn’s character arc added a lot of emotional depth to the story. His personal growth and the revelations about his past were some of the highlights for me.

However, I found the ending a bit disappointing. The cliffhanger left me feeling more frustrated than intrigued. It felt less like a satisfying conclusion to this book and more like a setup for the next installment, which dulled the impact of the story for me.

Overall, this was a sweet, solid read 3 ⭐ read, especially for animal lovers. The mix of humor, emotion, and lovable characters made it enjoyable—not extraordinary, but certainly entertaining.

It was great to be back at Duck Pond Cottage with Finn and Jade and all the animals. I love when you get to see characters grow and develop over multiple books.

Finn deciding to search for his mum and learning about her history and finding his new family was really nice and I liked that there was an air of caution and a protectiveness toward his dad and Ben’s feelings. Plus along side all that Finn gets his first art exhibition and even sells a few painting, his dream come true.

I enjoyed the family scene of Christmas Day with everyone gathered at the rescue centre, family brought together linked by love and friendship.

I can’t wait to see what happens next with Jades dad and the double wedding. I hope Mr Spock gets to play a role in the wedding, he’s a real crowd pleaser.

Jade and Finn love their life at Duck Pond Cottage. Looking after the animals at Duck Pond Rescue is a full-time job for them both, but when Finn is approached by an agent to show his art, he knows he needs to find the time to take his chance. But that’s not all Finn has on his mind, a message from his father stirs up deeply buried feelings.
Meanwhile Jade is having issues with a property developer who could put the future of the rescue centre in jeopardy. With them both having so much on, it’s not easy to find time to be together and share their thoughts.
Keeping secrets is never a good idea, and when things come to a head will they be strong enough to face the future together,
This is a lovely, warm, funny book with characters both human and animal that you will love.

Jade and Finn are idyllically happy in their little corner of rural Wiltshire. A rescue centre jampacked with animals keeps them super busy. With Finn’s art going from strength to strength, Jade can’t believe they’re living the dream until an arrogant property developer with questionable motives jeopardises their perfect lives and the future plans of the rescue centre.
Jade and Finn both have trust issues and they’ve promised there’ll be no more secrets. But keeping promises is harder than either of them imagined, especially where Finn’s past is concerned.
Living with Mr Spock the potty-mouthed parrot and Mickey the dog who barks at TV baddies there's never a dull moment at Duck Pond Rescue. But will the humans get their ‘happy-ever-after’ too?
Can they lay the ghosts of the past to rest and find a bright new future together……
Engaging and exciting from the beginning. A very realistic feel for the reader.

I really love this series and enjoy going back to visit all the characters and animals especially the parrot who makes me laugh. I love the romance in this one. Looking forward to reading more in the future. My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.