October 14, 2026 – My Sanctuary

Review Card & Book Review – Falling For You At Kelsea Sands By Sharon Booth

When Jenna’s husband fails to return from work one evening, she’s painfully aware what it might mean. Yet another woman.

This time, though, Jenna won’t sit and wait for Joel to come back to her. It’s the summer holidays and she wants to make sure her seven-year-old twins have fun. So, they head for the beautiful coastal village of Kelsea Sands, where her mum’s thrilled to have them stay.

At the village’s North Star inn, Sam is struggling with his reclusive father, pub landlord Seb, and is short-staffed for the summer. Jenna steps in; working evenings at the inn is the distraction she needs right now.

As the summer passes, Jenna opens up to Sam about her marriage, while he shares his own worries. With the twins gently working their magic on the grieving Seb, Jenna and Sam grow ever closer. But Joel hasn’t finished with her yet…

Is Jenna strong enough to escape a toxic marriage and follow her heart to new happiness?

About The Author

My Review

This book is a delightful, heartwarming romance that perfectly captures the charm of seaside life and the joy of unexpected second chances. In this book, Sharon Booth creates a wonderful blend of friendship, family, and love, wrapped in the warmth of a close-knit community.

Booth’s characters are engaging and relatable, each carrying their own hopes, fears, and past disappointments. The chemistry between the central couple develops naturally, making their journey both believable and deeply satisfying. Their emotional growth is just as compelling as the romance itself, adding depth to the story.

The picturesque setting of Kelsea Sands is beautifully brought to life, providing the perfect backdrop for moments of humor, tenderness, and self-discovery. The supporting cast adds plenty of warmth and personality, making the community feel like a place readers would happily revisit.

Filled with heartfelt moments and gentle romance, this is an uplifting and thoroughly enjoyable read that will leave readers smiling long after the final page.

Second Chance at Love

Friends to Lovers

Small-Town Romance

Healing Hearts

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Happy Publication Day – 14 October 2026

A New Dawn At Brightwater Falls By Kim Nash

Home is where the heart is…

Imo spent most of her childhood at Brightwater Falls – a peaceful lakeside resort tucked away in a picture-perfect village – where she made treasured memories with her beloved mother and doting godmother Dandy.

So when Dandy falls ill and asks for help running the resort, there’s no question in Imo’s mind. She’ll do whatever it takes to save the place that meant so much to her, even if it takes some convincing of her two older sisters. Ally and Kate have always felt more like strangers than family, but thrown together under the same roof, maybe now is the time to work together.

As summer unfolds, Brightwater Falls brings unexpected reunions and difficult truths to the surface. But perhaps by returning to the place that once felt like home, the sisters can finally find their way back to one another.

Review Card & Book Review- Because You’re Worth It By Sally Jenkins

At sixty-four, Michelle thought her best years were behind her. She couldn’t have been more wrong . . .

When Michelle’s beloved husband Eddie dies, she thinks the best part of her life has gone with him. Then her mother passes away and leaves her half a million pounds — money Michelle is certain she doesn’t deserve.

Determined to give every penny to charity, Michelle sets out to find the worthiest cause. And she’s not doing it alone.

There’s Doug — her landlord, her brother’s oldest friend, and the rugby-playing heartthrob of her teenage dreams. He’s kind. He’s funny, and he still makes her stomach flip like she’s sixteen again. There’s just one problem, Doug has broken more hearts than Michelle has had hot dinners, and she’s not about to become another name on his list.

Then she meets dashing charity trustee, Luke, and is swept into a world of scarlet ball gowns and champagne. For the first time in years, Michelle feels beautiful. Desired. Worth it.

But a forgotten suitcase, hidden away in storage, holds a secret about her inheritance. As Michelle digs deeper into the truth, she faces some big decisions — about the money, her future and who her heart truly belongs to.

About The Author

My Review

This book is about a grieving widow who unexpectedly inherits a large sum of money and is forced to confront her self-worth, family tensions, and what it truly means to do good with financial privilege. In this book, Sally Jenkins delivers an emotional, thought-provoking story centered on healing, identity, and the complicated relationship between money and morality.

Michelle has spent much of her life feeling inadequate and overlooked, and the inheritance from her late mother only intensifies her inner conflict. Unsure whether she deserves the money or should even keep it, she embarks on a search for a cause that feels worthy of her mother’s legacy. Along the way, she is supported—sometimes a little too closely—by her kind but intrusive landlord, Doug, whose quiet presence adds warmth and stability to her journey.

Meeting Luke Shiner and discovering the Pumpkin Donkey Sanctuary introduces Michelle to a world of compassion and purpose, but also raises questions about trust, intention, and emotional vulnerability. Her relationship with her daughter Sophie further complicates her decision, adding heartfelt tension and realism.

Sally Jenkins explores grief, generosity, and self-worth with sincerity, creating a reflective and emotionally rich story about learning that true value isn’t measured in money, but in self-acceptance and love.

Later-Life Romance

Unexpected Inheritance

Family Secrets

Journey of Self-Discovery

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