Loved the main characters. Feisty, prickly Tammy and sensitive Ruan.
Easy to see how misunderstandings can ruin relationships, is honesty always the best policy ?
Tammy , the sand artist and Ruan, the solicitor, meet by accident or do they?
Lovely Cornish setting

Yet another fabulous read from Philippa Ashley – who has firmly become a must buy purchase for me. I was thrilled to receive this early copy!

It’s the story of Tammy and Ruan who met by chance but quickly discovered their lives were linked in unexpected ways – all set in the beautiful backdrop of Cornwall.

This story grabbed me from the first page and I raced through it in a couple of days. Perfect spring/summer book to enjoy on the longer, lighter days ahead.

Thank you to Penguin Random House, UK for my advanced copy. This review is my own honest opinion

Set in the beautiful Cornish coastline Phillipa brings another beautifully written story about Tammy, a girl with series sand artist talent and Ruan, a lawyer who meet in unexpected ways. I enjoyed reading their story that is engaging, unputdownable and one I finished in a afternoon unusually. Can't wait for the next book from this must read author.

Tammy is a sand artist who has always lived in the area, Ruan is a lawyer who has relocated... It's a typical kind of story with more than its fair share of plot twists!

This one wasn't as charming for me as Ashley's books usually are; I did find that by the end I was desperate to find out what happened but I felt like too much was being shoehorned in at the beginning. That being said, it was still an enjoyable read and if you like her books, you'll probably like this one!

Another very enjoyable read by Phillips Ashley. Beautiful setting, likeable characters and a happy ending. What is there not to like!

Read and reviewed in exchange for a free copy from Netgalley. As ever, this was an enjoyable romance from Ashley. I was engaged throughout, the characters were well written, and the imagery was vivid throughout.

Reading a Phillipa Ashley book set in Cornwall is as good as being there on holiday! With this one, we have the added bonus of learning about Tammy's amazing sand creations and how she makes them. Fascinating!
The developing love story between Tammy and Ruan and the added complications in their "will they won't they" relationship, keeps us on our toes.
I loved it.

When I saw Phillipa had a new book out, I could not wait to start reading it. It is set in Porthmellow in Cornwall. Cornwall is a place I have only been to once but would love to go back there because of the descriptions of Cornwall that Phillipa writes about. This story is about Tammy who is a sand artist which I found incredibly interesting to read about, but life is not plain sailing for Tammy who meets Ruan and then everything seems to unravel and Tammy does not know where her head is at. I loved all the characters that make an appearance and I really felt part of the family there. It was an easy read to get swept away with and I look forward to reading Phillipa's next book.

I was thrilled to be ablet to review this book by Phillipa Ashley, and, as always, it didn't disappoint. The setting of Cornwall is always pleasing - and always has me booking another holiday there, the subject matter was both emotive but also interesting. The only complaint (if you can call it that) I have is that there was a line in the book about somebody in their 30s not knowing who a certain actress is - I'm pretty sure most people of that age would know her from a popular TV series that has recently had a Christmas special!
I can't wait to read Phillipa's next story! My usual favourites at the moment involve WWI and WWII - Phillipa's books bring me back to the modern times with a smile and sometimes a bit of a cry! All the best things to enjoy when you're reading!

Phillips Ashley does it again with another fab summer book. In this book, she has great characters who have substance and a past that get more and more interesting as the story goes on.
Tammy and Ruan meet at a time when Tammy is still grieving the loss of her dad and Ruan has just moved to Cornwall. They both have secrets of some kind and we learn about them as the story unfolds. Can their relationship grow despite their differences, or will their pasts interfere with their future? And will other people in their lives help or hinder?
A lovely summer story set in Cornwall.

Am always eager to devour a Phillipa Asley book and this was an easy to read, in an afternoon tale. Set in a beautiful Cornish town it tells of Tammy and the new man in town Ruan, their relationship and an interweaving subject of a beautiful house, thoroughly enjoyed it & definitely recommend

Another excellent book by Phillipa ashley, she always tells such a good story and ready to read. I have read all of her books.

This was a lovely, thoughtful book! I was hooked on this story from the moment Tammy laid eyes on Mr Suited and Booted, Ruan.

There was a lot going on that could mean the story went in different directions.

Ruan didn't know what he had got himself in for - have to say him meeting Polly has to be one of my favourite bits of the book.

Tammy was hurt, and didn't want to take any risks... but she didn't have much choice! Her job is something that is always going against the tide as she is making art in the sand, so the parallel of her life story is a really interesting twist. I hope that there is another Porthmellow book that solves the mystery about her dad's passing. The relationships between both her and Ruan, and her and Davey (her other dad) were fascinating, and then the consequential one between Ruan and Davey totally skewed the story (no spoilers!).

The community feel here is incredible and I can't wait to go back to Cornwall to find out where everyone's story goes next!

This book has romance and comedy, along with themes that make you think, including being abandoned, and health (of Davey!).

I would recommend Phillipa Ashley's books to everyone. They don't fail to make you smile!

An enjoyable light summery read set in Cornwall in a small coastal town. A little predictable in places but enough twists and turns to keep the reader engaged. Good believable character development and atmospheric descriptions of the Cornish coast. Usual sprinkling of misunderstandings by refusing to listen or communicate. A perfect book to take on holiday as light and easy to relax with.

In this novel we are returned to Porthmellow, the fictional Cornish village setting of some of this author's previous tales, and the home of Tammy , a sand artist. When she meets Ruan, the surprised recipient of an amazing bequest, her life to date has made it difficult for her to trust in good fortune. A perfect summer read.

Tammy is remembering her father on the anniversary of his death by creating one of her pieces of sand art on the beach at Porthmellow. She spots a handsome man in a suit watching her from the wall and is instantly drawn to him, Ruan has recently moved to Cornwall and is struck by talent and wild beauty. But life is complicated and the couple have a lot of unravelling to do. Another gem of a book from Phillipa Ashley.

This is a wonderfully easy-to-read summer romance set against the beautiful backdrop of Cornwall. The setting adds to the charm of the novel, making it the perfect escapist read.

One of the standout aspects of the book is Tammy’s unique job as a sand artist. The story offers a fascinating insight into this creative profession, adding an extra layer of depth and originality to the plot. Beyond the romance, the novel is filled with plenty of twists and turns that keep you engaged right until the very last page.

Overall, this is an enjoyable and gripping read, perfect for those who love a romance with a bit of intrigue and a stunning coastal setting.

A thoroughly enjoyable story as one would expect from Phillipa Ashley. This book gave you a couple of different threads to the story, all of which were enjoyable.

One Cornish Summer With You is a sweet story of grief, love and relationships, a perfect book to take on holiday.
I loved the setting and the beautiful descriptions of Cornwall and the landscape. I felt the various different relationships between the characters made for a good story that i felt invested in, I particularly loved the relationship between Tammy and Davey.
Most of the significant action took place in the second half of the book and i found the pace on the first half was very steady which is appealing for readers who enjoy a gentle story - for me it could have been faster.
The second half suited me better and i loved the complexity of the story which stretched back in time and connected many of the characters.
The book is a charming read, a great one to pack in your beach bag. I can see it really appealing to lovers of a gentle tale in a beautiful setting.

A great story in what sounded like a great location Porthmellow in Cornwall. A perfect place to create sand art on the beautiful beaches. It was such a great story that is was difficult to put down - a real page turner. I love how Phillipa set the scenes of the surroundings in which the characters live and work - it makes me want to live there such is her descriptions.