February 26, 2026 – My Sanctuary

The Island Retreat By Cathy Kelly

Six guests. One week to uncover their secrets.

Rose Talisman is pinning it all on a fresh start.

Five years after her career as a therapist ended in one catastrophic instant, she is opening a retreat in Corfu. The understated, luxurious Villa Artemis is surrounded by wild pines and sea views.

Just six guests. One week. Time for Rose to help them face their secrets – and move forwards.

But Rose has staked everything on the retreat. It has to work – or she loses it all. And people’s secrets have a way of revealing themselves in ways no one expected.

Nobody’s past is staying hidden for long…

The Italian Lakes Affair By Rachel Barnett

A glamorous escape. An irresistable attraction.

Amy’s life runs like clockwork – as personal assistant to a notoriously sharp-tongued celebrity food critic, she’s used to managing chaos without ever creating any of her own. But everything changes when she’s sent to a prestigious Italian cookery school and meets Tad, the enigmatic and quietly brilliant head chef running the show.

As sparks fly in the kitchen, Amy finds herself drawn into a world far removed from the one she’s always known. But with her demanding boss determined to be the centre of attention – and possibly Tad’s too – Amy must decide if she’s ready to step out from behind the scenes and take a chance on love.

A place where dreams come true…

Lissa’s heart belongs to the Colours of the Wind museum, a charming haven where fairytale artifacts whisper tales of old. But her quiet magic is shattered when a sleek real estate firm buys the building, threatening to demolish her beloved museum. Lissa is devastated and ready to fight.

Enter Warren Berrington, the infuriatingly handsome developer whose modern vision clashes with her quirky world. He talks budgets; she dreams of wishing wells. Yet, Warren offers a lifeline: three months to save the museum, and despite their fiery arguments, a curious spark ignites between them.

Then, true enchantment begins. Spinning wheels whir, glass slippers vanish, and enchanted objects embark on whimsical adventures, making the museum an overnight sensation. Lissa dares to hope her dreams are finally within reach.

But she can’t shake the feeling Warren is playing games. Could he be orchestrating events for a clever ploy, or is Ever After Street weaving a new fairytale, one that might just involve her heart?

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My Review

Jaimie Admans once again works her magic with a story that’s as heartwarming as it is whimsical. Set in the enchanting Fairytale Museum, the book brims with charm — from glittering exhibits to a touch of real-life wonder.

Lissa, a dreamer who believes in happily ever afters, finds herself clashing with Warren, a down-to-earth developer who sees the museum as a business venture rather than a magical haven. Their opposites-attract dynamic sparks plenty of tension, laughter, and slow-burn chemistry that feels both fun and genuine.

Admans shines at crafting lovable characters and emotional growth, weaving in themes of believing in yourself, finding purpose, and rediscovering magic in everyday life. While the pacing drags slightly in places and the whimsical tone sometimes outweighs deeper emotion, it’s still a delightful escape.

As the final book in the Ever After Street series, it offers a satisfying, fairytale-worthy conclusion filled with hope, heart, and happily-ever-afters.

My Rating