A very likeable easy read. The main character, Daisy returns to her home town after inheriting an old railway from her Great Uncle. It has one condition, she must live back in her town for at least one year. She is a free spirit who loves to travel so initially she is very reluctant.

Daisy, although has her flaws is very likeable. This is the first in a series (more of a novella) and I’m keen to read all of them.

Thanks to NetGalley for this copy.

I have previously read the Wildflower Park series by Bella and I really enjoyed it so I was excited to start this new series.

Daisy has returned to Ottercombe Bay for what she thinks will be a fleeting visit but her Uncle Reg has plans for her. Even from beyond the grave. A little on Daisy's childhood and what made her leave Ottercombe Bay and why she has never settled anywhere. Daisy clearly has a lot of issues and over the course of the series, I am looking forward to seeing her exploring and overcoming them.

This book is really an introduction to the town and the locals. I really liked the locals and their little quirks. I absolutely love Ottercombe Bay. Devon is a place I love and I hope to go back to in the future. For now, this book will keep me there in spirit.

This is a short book that can easily be read in an afternoon. I really enjoyed the beginning of this series and I cannot wait to get back to it. The book ended on a cliffhanger and I need to see what happens next.

This is the first book in a 4 book series (which they have all been published now) set in the picturesque Devon coast. Daisy returns to Ottercombe Bay for the funeral of her great uncle. But a big surprise waits for her there. Her great uncle leaves her a big inheritance, an old railway station which she must repair during her twelve months that she must stay in Devon. Daisy, as she contemplates whether she should stay or leave again to travel, is reconnecting with old friends and relatives.
I loved the lovely small- town feeling of the novel which is basically the introduction to the story. The book has a little bit of romance, a lot of humour and a little bit of mystery surrounding the death of her mother. It was a lovely and funny read!

Great storyline with good strong characters. Very well written. I would recommend this book to anyone.

This book was originally published in four parts which I read separately. I loved this book and eagerly awaited the next segment of the story.

A surprise inheritance, lovely cast of characters, gorgeous location and a pug named Bugsy Malone make this a brilliant read. I was engrossed from part 1 and really loved the whole book.

Highly recommended - perfect holiday read or sunday afternoon on the sofa.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

Daisy Wickens is back home in Ottercombe Bay, but she's already ready to leave again. After traveling for the last several years throughout Europe, Daisy doesn't want to stick around in the small English village that holds all her most unhappy memories of her childhood. But her Great Uncle Reg has other plans. 

Reg has passed on, but he left Daisy the old train station. The abandoned, dilapidated station isn't much to look at, but if Daisy is willing to follow the instructions in Reg's will, it's all hers to keep or to sell. And all Reg asks of her is one year. Daisy has to stay in Ottercombe Bay for a full year before she can get her train station as well as a third of his liquid assets, which is more money than Daisy ever made waiting tables around Europe. 

And while her Aunt Coral is delighted to have her back in town and wants her to stay, and her old school friends Tamsyn and Jason are excited to have her stick around for awhile, old school friend Max already thinks she's overstayed her welcome and Reg's pug Bugsy Malone agrees wholeheartedly. 

Daisy has to decide to stay or to go. There are thousands of reasons to stay--all that money from Reg's will could provide her with traveling money for quite awhile, and South America is calling her name. But there's a really good reason to leave--the thought that her mother's drowning may have been self-inflicted breaks her heart, and Daisy doesn't know how to figure out the truth or face the possibility that her mother left her  and her father by her own hand.

Ottercombe Bay: Part One--Where There's a Will begins Daisy's story and leaves us with enough questions to head right to part two. Bella Osborne has created a fun start to a story that has so many possibilities. Daisy is a diamond-in-the-rough, but she is surrounded by people who genuinely care about her, so she has every chance to grow. And with a little encouragement, I think she'll grow some roots in Ottercombe Bay. I know I would if I could. 



Galleys for Ottercombe Bay were provided by Avon Books through NetGalley, with many thanks.

I read the first part of this serial for completeness, having already read the rest of the book. Part one is an entertaining read and sets the scene well for what follows. It highlights the mystery and tragedy surrounding Daisy's mum's death and lays the foundation for the attraction between Max and Daisy. Daisy is drifting, and the death and legacy of her great-uncle challenge her to evaluate her current life choices and fulfil her potential by coming to terms with her demons.

A lovely introduction to a humorous, poignant and romantic series.

I received a copy of this book from Avon Books UK via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

A great introduction to a new series. I am interested to read on and find out what happens to the railway station and it's new owner. Have to say I still dislike pugs!

Ottercombe Bay part one by Bella Osborne is a delightful opening to a light hearted contemporary read.
Returning for her great uncle's funeral, Daisy gets more than she bargained for. Old memories awaken and clash with grief. Previous acquaintances spring up, and then there is a bouncy dog called Bugsy.
The reader is entertained, even picking up an old mystery along the way.
It's on to part two for me now to continue the story.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.

Another great start to a new series. Huge Bella Osborne fan. The characters are easy to like and the place sounds beautiful.

I have already read parts 2, 3 and 4 of this serial but when I was offered the first part by the publisher my OCD need to read a series in its entirety kicked in and I just had to read it.

This is where it all begins. Daisy Wickens has returned to her home town of Ottercombe Bay in Devon, after years travelling Europe doing a series of low-paid jobs, following her uncle's death. She learns that her uncle has left her the old railway station and one-third of his savings - IF she stays in Ottercombe Bay for 12 months.

At first Daisy is disdainful of the small town and its quaint customs but as she reconnects with her old school friend Tamsyn and Jason, who is now the local policeman, and the infuriatingly opinionated Max as well as her aunt Coral and her spoilt pug Bugsy Malone she comes to see some of its charms. Then when she finds out exactly how much money she stands to inherit, Daisy thinks she might be able to stick around for a bit longer.

Each part of this four part story ends in a cliffhanger, it's lighthearted and the village fete scene made me laugh out loud.

An enjoyable short read.

I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

Liked the idea of the story - hated the use of some of the language used - didn’t really find it added anything to the story.

Very nice and lovely story! I really enjoyed reading the first part of the Ottercombe Bay series! There a some mysteries to solve (of course the first part only set up them and give us the clues to them!), there is a funny dog in the story which made me smile more than I could count, and I just can't wait to read the part 2 of the series! I give this book 4 stars out of 5! I recommend it!

5☆ A Wonderful Start to an Exciting New Series

Ottercombe Bay - Where there's a Will, is a short Story and the first part to a new series.

I adore Bella Osbourne's books so when I see this new series I couldn't wait to get started.

Where there's a Will is a charming read about family, secrets, mystery, friendships, new beginnings, inheritance, dealing with emotions, it's  humorous, emotional and sets the scene for a fabulous new series.

When Daisy is pulled back to Ottercombe Bay for her Uncle Reg's Funeral she never expected to stay more than a day.
But her deceased Uncle had other ideas.

Daisy is battling with the demons she left behind when she walked out of Ottercombe Bay.
The thing that is causing Daisy so much pain and heartache is the reason Daisy can't settle anywhere. Constantly travelling around and changing jobs.
She certainly has lived an adventurous life.

When Daisy and her Aunt Coral attend Ray's Will Reading, Daisy has inherited something but there is a big clause.... She has to stay in the Bay for 1year or she forfeits her inheritance money.

Panic sets in Daisy cannot and will not stay in Ottercombe Bay any longer!
But will Daisy really leave or is Ottercombe Bay starting to get under her skin!!

Daisy's childhood friend Tamsyn is one of my favourite characters. She has a whimsical way about her, She has a huge heart, innocent but at times a little naive, and she is desperate to get Daisy to stay.

There is one character that stole my heart and stole the story and that is..... Bugsy the Pug... he is sooo funny, he is full of Sass (if you can imagine that of a dog hehe), he's mishevious, made me laugh out loud, he is loveable, loyal, has attitude, and is at war with Daisy...and he is winning!!
Who doesn't love a fiesty pup!

Oh and I forgot to mention Max!
Max went to school with Daisy. He also helped keep Ray company on many occassion.
Max is sexy, sarcastic, cheeky and loves to wind Daisy up. Secretly there is alot of chemistry between them and I'm hoping for a romance in the next book!
Fingers crossed!

Ok so that's enough about the story or I will be telling you everything! Can't have that!

Where there's a Will is the Perfect opening book. It built up the premise for the story to come, introduced us to a wonderful array or characters that I can tell will be memorable and I know I will fall in love with.
I already have I want to take Bugsy the Pug home!
It left me wanting more and excited for the next chapter part 2.... which I'm off to read!

If you love short reads that lead up to a series, chick lit, mystery, wonderful characters, then pick up Ottercombe Bay part 1 you won't regret it!

This was a great introduction to the series. We get to know mean character Daisy really well and meet most of the supporting characters in this first part. We also get our first glimpses of Ottercombe Bay. Daisy is a great main character for this series because she really doesn't want to be tied down, she doesn't want to stay in once place for too long, but it looks as if her travels have come to an end. We, as readers, can definitely sympathise with her. There are a host of characters who enter Daisy's life very suddenly and I can already spot a possible love interest as well as a couple of comic side kicks that seems like they're going to be a lot of fun. In terms of twists and turns, a couple of skeletons are unearthed but on this whole, this first instalment in the series is pretty uneventful until a massive cliffhanger right at the end!

Review: What a charming tale. This is the first part of a novel by Bella Osboune. I have read a book by Bella before so was looking forward to reading this. I was not disappointed. This is a great chic lit book with a hint at romance. 

Daisy arrives in Ottercombe under sad circumstances. Ottercombe Bay is a lovely setting in Devon which is beautiful written about in this book. Daisy has to stay in Ottercombe Bay to get her hands on her inheritance, for 12 months, surrounded in ghosts from her past. I have read a book recently with a similar plot idea and I found that hard to get out of my head as I read and this didn't keep me as enthralled as that book did but this is a good first part to the story and is left on a real hook, which leaves the reader wanting more.

A great cast of characters and a great plot even though it is not quite as good as the past book has left me needing read on.

So keep you eye out for my review on part to coming soon and part three will follow.

I love Bella Osborne's books and part one of this book doesn't disappoint and leaves you wanting to read part two. Under sad circumstances that Daisy returns to her home town and when her great uncle leaves her an old railway station in his will if she stays put for a year, she leaves you wondering will she or won't she! I'm intrigued as to what she'll turn the station into so can't wait for part two! Thanks for letting me read and review part one, on to part two!

I didn't warm to this book. Unsure why. I will bd rrading part 2 and 3 thought to find out what happens

This book begins a series about a girl with a messy family life, but with an Aunt who deeply cares about her. She is used to running away from her problems by traveling the world and never putting down roots, until her Great Uncle passes away and in his will gives her a reason to stay for a year.

While it was an enjoyable read, it was also fairly forgettable, thought I have book two to read, and will probably read the other books in the series so that I know how the story resolves.

I would not necessarily recommend this book, but that's just beaczue it felt bland in comparison to other books I've enjoyed this year.

What a lovely, relaxing book to read. I read it in two days and can't wait to read the next one to find out how is Daisy coping with life in Ottercombe bay.