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Tammy loved her childhood growing up in the harbour town of Porthmellow. But when her father went bankrupt and her mother abandoned them, she was quick to learn that nothing lasts forever.

Now, Tammy spends her days creating works of art in the golden Cornish sand, and is determined to protect herself from further heartache. But everything changes when she meets Ruan – a gorgeous solicitor who has moved to Cornwall for a fresh start.

Just as Tammy starts to question if Ruan could be the one to break down her walls, she discovers he has a secret – one that unravels everything she thought she knew about her past.

Can Tammy find the courage to trust again? Or will Ruan’s secret push her away forever?


Praise for Phillipa Ashley:

‘Set amid stunning scenery, this is both uplifting and compelling - the perfect beach read!’ Candis
'‘Read it and feel like you’ve had a holiday!’ MyWeekly
'Phillipa Ashley's books help readers to escape from their everyday lives' Express & Star
‘A fantastic setting and intriguing premise' Sue Moorcroft
‘Escapism at its very best, what a book!’ Milly Johnson
‘Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!’ Jill Mansell
‘Sheer joy!’ Katie Fforde
‘Sunshine, secrets and a stunning setting make this the perfect summer read!’ Heidi Swain
‘Gloriously uplifting and unashamedly warm-hearted’ Faith Hogan
‘Full of genuine warmth and quirky characters’ Woman’s Own
‘A lovely, summery read full of secrets and hope’ Jo Thomas
‘A blissful story, full of sunshine, secrets and Phillipa’s trademark romance’ Cressida McLaughlin
‘An utterly glorious, escapist read from a one of the freshest voices to emerge in women's fiction today’ Claudia Carroll
‘Deliciously entertaining’ Liz Fenwick

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