Meet Me at Pebble Beach started life as a four part series which is how I first started to read it. I found it to be warm and funny and was soon drawn into Regan's story. Her life is catapulted through a huge change at the beginning and the people she knows are also established vividly and you are aware that they all have their own backstory. You learn quite a lot about Regan’s inherent kindness and warmth so you are rooting for her from the start.

Set in Brighton, you get to meet some great characters as Regan starts to reinvent herself and start again. A romcom which is full of fun, nevertheless, you find some more sombre issues there, such as homelessness. You know from the cover, that this is ultimately going to be a heart-warming tale, full of life.

In short: Love and friendship by the sea

I read the first part of this book recently and fully reviewed it here. I was lucky enough to be invited onto the tour for the full book and i was excited to see where it went after i last left off. For those who haven't read the review ill start from the beginning.



Regan has won the lottery, she is holding the ticket and she is so excited she can now leave her job, her boyfriend and follow her dreams including her aims to save an endangered animal & own a business. Her dreams really were coming true, but she has been pranked. Only after she has ditched her job, boyfriend & home does she discover this.



All is not lost though, no matter how it seems - Regan meets a wonderful man named Charlie who helps her look at her list and take life by the horns, he knows that you should take chances and why not now. Regan can follow her dreams.



We follow Regan through the little seaside community and with some help from the locals her life starts to change. Let me say, i loved this. At first the list seemed so far fetched but with some tweaking from Charlie it was certainly achievable. Previous i said that Regan didn't take life too seriously but as we discovered her more, i warmed to her so much, that her personality was infectious. She was confident and didn't hesitate to shout when she thought someone was wronged.



I feel like Charlie in comparison was her perfect match with her chaotic nature, he was calming and soothing. Throw in Regans friends in the form of Cleo, Penny, Kevin and Elvis the dog and you have a lively mismatched bunch. I liked that as new things happened, we spent alot of time understanding them and how they would impact Regans life.



Bella has created a thriving community within a little seaside community and i adored it. It was well constructed and everyone had real depth to them. It was laugh out loud funny in parts, it was endearing and at parts i did feel myself well up.

This was slow going at first. Wasn't sure I was going to be able to get into and then, suddenly I was hooked. Couldn't put it down. I'm glad I stuck with it because it was a really sweet book. A lot happens in this book that covers the range of events, emotions, relationships etc. Love the dog, Elvis. He is a great character! Regan and Charlie are wonderful too. The whole book is a rollercoaster ride because as soon as you think one thing is going to happen, something else does and off you go again. A very enjoyable read!
I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley and the publisher and voluntarily chose to review it.

Regan thinks she’s won the lottery, quits her job, and breaks up with her boyfriend. All in the span of 10 minutes. She’s homeless and jobless and needs to find some direction fast. Enter Charlie, a fireman, who is charming and friendly. They strike up a lovely friendship. Regan has some ups and downs, acquires a rather large pet, and learns to make jam.

I enjoyed this story. It was a cute tale with a lot of quirky characters. The plot of pretty realistic. I would recommend it to people who like romantic comedies.

First of all I have to say that I have devoured this book in one day. I have thoroughly enjoyed the story, it is fast paced but not complicated to follow. The characters are fabulous and I have had every emotion going whilst reading it. I have actually shed tears and whooped and smiled throughout. Lots of little things happening all the time to keep you interested with lots of little twists thrown in too. Would definitely recommend this book to others and will be reading more from this author. Thank you to netgalley and the author and publishers for the opportunity to read this ARC for my honest opinion.

There are some books that just completely pull you in, and you feel like you're a participant, rather than a spectator. This is one of those. Everything, the setting, plot, and the characters, just make you feel like you're there.

Regan is a bit of a madcap character, the type who's always having mishaps and mad things happen to her. But you can't help but love her, she's really adorable, and has a heart of gold.

Her life changes in the blink of an eye, but she handles it all, and turns it into an opportunity.

Charlie comes into her life, but it's not as straightforward as it seems.

This is, of course, a lighthearted novel, with some genuinely funny moments, but there's more to it than that. There's realism, as the characters deal with real life issues, and there's a message about what's really important in life. This is all told in a joyous and witty way, but there's some sad and anxious moments too.

This book is the perfect pick-me-up, a wonderful bit of escapism, and a real pleasure to read. Highly recommended.

At first, I thought I wouldn't even finish the book. I was at 7%, and I couldn't get myself to like Regan. She was selfish, unconsiderate and immature.
But then, suddenly, something changed. She started growing up, taking responsibility and working towards what she really wanted. That's when I found myself rooting for her!
I liked that no character was perfect, but they were all learning (some more than others).
At the end, I was really glad I had read this book, I'll be checking for more books by Bella Osborne.

Thanks NetGalleyand the publisher for my ARC.

I absolutely love Bella Osborne's books and could not wait to read Meet Me at Pebble Beach - the cover is utterly lovely and so is the story. There is so much to the storyline and many vital issues are addressed.

In Meet Me at Pebble Beach we are introduced to the lovely Regan, who in an instant loses everything in her life - her boyfriend, her home, her job and her life and although it is the worst thing that happens to her at the time, with the amazing Charlie by her side, she picks herself up, chases her dreams and makes a much better life for herself. The book is set in Brighton and the descriptions of the area made me want to go there for a stroll along the beach and pier!

There are heartbreaking moments in the book which will take you on a rollercoaster of emotions. The very hard hitting and very important issue of homelessness was a large part of the storyline and it was written about so well. So many other issues were addressed from serious devastating illness, setting up your own business and the guidelines needed to running a business from your own home, injured animals and the way the vets and the community help you out in times of crisis.

The characters were all superb and given so much depth. I loved the relationship with Kevin and Elvis was Regan's best friend at her very worst of times. I loved Cleo - she is a fantastic friend who will always be there for Regan. The relationship between Regan and the lovely Charlie was very hard at times but all turned out very well in the end and they both have a second chance at life and grab it with both hands together - they are the perfect couple and have such a bright sunny future ahead.

A 5 star read that will have you take you through every emotion and will have you smiling and laughing too - highly recommended!

This was some gorgeous uplifting escapism. At first I have to admit I struggled to like Regan and some of her choices frustrated me, but over time she grew and grew on me until I was incredibly invested in her life and her story. She was chaotic and scatty but also deeply empathetic and caring, and determined to get herself back on her feet.

I loved the way that what she wanted and what she was working towards evolved over time. And it was a nice touch of realism and honesty to depict that feeling that so many of us have that we don't really know what we want to do.

I also loved her various friendships and relationships, and the way they developed and linked together. Perfect summer read.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for the e-proof of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Regan didn’t immediately appeal to me. I’m a neat freak and sympathised with Jarvis, her ultra tidy boyfriend, but she redeemed herself, within a few pages, with her caring attitude and sense of humour. Regan thinks her life is changing for the better then it doesn’t, but maybe, it does? Just when you think things may be okay fate intervenes.

Humour and poignancy give way to darker issues and real sadness as this story progresses. Regan and Charlie’s conflicted romance forces her to concentrate on finding a new career and move her life forward. Kevin and Elvis are poignant characters and easy to empathise. Friendship, humour, mystery, romance and sadness are all integral to this story.

Regan grows in insight and understanding as she faces heartbreak and tough choices. Her honesty endears her to her friends and the reader. The book concludes with questions answered, mysteries solved and an innate sense of justice.

With relatable characters, humour, poignancy, romance and secrets, this story engages from its exciting beginning, through heartbreak to its positive ending.

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

Love, love, loved this book. Get yourself some wine, chocolate and tissues before you start.
This book takes you on a rollercoaster of friendship, trust, loyalty and love.. Regan lives with a boyfriend who is a neat freak when she is totally messy and clumsy. Her job is mundane but it pays the bills until she thinks she’s won big on the lottery. This fact gives Regan the courage to change her life, she thinks for the better. Unfortunately all is not how it seems and she finds herself with no home, boyfriend or job. But she knows that she still has more than her homeless friend Kevin. An unexpected meeting with a guy called Charlie changes her life mostly for the better but he is hiding something. A series of events with her homeless friend and the love of his dog makes her realise that she wants to be her own boss and to set her own destiny. Regan is a unique person who gets under the skin of all who meet her

Such a wonderful book, a lovely positive read, not as lighthearted as you think,, lots of substance here. A thought provoking read with lots of heart, a bit slow to start but I found I still didn’t want to put it down. I loved Reagan and Charlie, such a wonderful cast of supporting characters too. A lovely read with real heart.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

Meet Me at Pebble Beach is a fantastic book. Thought provoking plot and great characters. I received an arc from the publisher and Netgalley and this is my unbiased review.

This book had me laughing out loud most of the way through, apart from the devastatingly sad bits. Regan is a bit of a disaster, everything that can go wrong does.
When she meets Charlie she thinks her luck might have changed for the better but she is very much mistaken and things go from bad to worse.

Set in Brighton I was able to visualise clearly all the places that she went to which I really enjoyed.

Regan was a rather annoying at times but lovable and very loyal character. Even if she didn’t have anything she would still try to help other people and put them first. I loved her relationship with Elvis the dog and the other characters in the book.

A fun read with lots of laughs and a touch of heartbreak. Regan’s journey is filled with ups and downs and she is a character that will defiantly stay with you.

Meet Me at Pebble Beach was the book that I needed to read. Engaging, funny, emotional, this shows that second chances are always possible and how not winning the lottery may just be the chance you just need.

For me this was a five star read because it was pretty perfect. We have a flawed lead in Regan, romance via Charlie, love for Kevin and a journey that ties them all together.

We follow Regan whose life is boring and uneventful until the day she does not win the lottery and she ends up jobless, homeless and boyfriendless. Almost immediately her life becomes more interesting as she tries to not only find a new place to live but also a job. And on top of that there is fit stranger Charlie. With whom she has instafeelings for.

I adored the story of Kevin and my heart and soul went out to him! This story was more serious and one that gave me pause for thought. However, these more serious moments are balanced with moments of light.

The moments with the jam were pretty hilarious. I'm not sure, even now that jam has been Regan's best idea. However, the idea of Unicorn Jam sounds pretty awesome. And is something that I will be putting on my shopping list.

Meet me at Pebble Beach is a book that will make you smile, laugh and cry. It is a book that was beautiful and simple and something that I needed to read right now. For me this was a comfort read and is one that is going on my to be read again pile.

This is the full-length version of the four-part serial released earlier - Meet me at Pebble Beach.

I've followed the author since her first release and have been so pleased to see a progression in the quality of her writing and story-telling as she has gone on.

I'm more than delighted to say that with this novel, Bella has taken That step up. Not only is this of her normal enjoyable quality, but this novel has a hard-hitting message about the state of the homeless. That is all I shall say about the story, except that it is the story of Regan who finds a prank comes back to hit her in a big way.

My thanks to Avon and Netgalley for the reading copy.

YAY! This is the whole Pebble Beach series in one volume so if you, like me, only read one of the novellas or not any of them, you are in for a treat. Regan is in a mess. A big mess. She believed a prank lottery ticket and quit her job. Then she discovered that her boyfriend was a rat. This is both a romance and a change your life story. She moves to Brighton and reorients herself. She makes new, good friends and meets Charlie, the firefighter. All good. Oh, and there's Elvis the dog! There isn't much to say about this except that it's light, it's fun, and I respect the fact that Osborne was able to shift how I felt about Regan (she was annoying at first). Thanks to netgalley for the ARC. A beach or garden book for sure (although I read it on a grey rainy day).

Love story with lots of laugh out loud moments. The beginning seemed to drag for me but did get better as the book progressed.
Overall, not a great read for me but one that others may enjoy.
Thank you to NetGallery, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review.

In this novel, we meet Regan, a gal who is down on her luck trying to figure out her next move after a fake lottery win prank gone wrong. Looking for work, a place to live & purpose in her life, she meets hunky fireman Charlie. Regan goes on a journey of self discovery and empowerment, learning along the way that there are indeed good people who care to help others & that she, too, can make an impact in others’ lives.

To be honest, this wasn’t my favorite book. I really struggled with Regan as a character - I found her to be kind of shady & whiny. But I did love the relationship she had with Kevin & Elvis — it was so incredibly touching and sweet. I like the themes of helping others & loving life in the moment; a light and easy read for these weird corona times! However, I really disliked the writing. I found it to be kind of choppy & disjointed.
All in all, the book just didn’t land for me.

If I’m really honest I didn’t get on with this book at all sadly. Mostly because I completely agreed with Regan’s boyfriend at the start of the book, lateness is not a cute character trait and making onions into toffee apples isn’t funny. I was actually quite pleased when she was tricked with the lottery ticket to teach her a lesson.