I want to live in in Morwenstow right now!!!!! I thought I wanted to move to the Sussex Downs, until reading later in the book!!!!!
To be rescued by an extremely handsome man after being in a car accident, then marrying him later on, living what was supposed to be an idyllic life, which turns out not so!!!!! Ending up in Cornwall, was the best move Cass makes!!!!!!
I was in heaven reading this book, such wonderful scenery, (imagined in my head of course) and a wonderful, although sad, (at a point), then joyful!!!!
Made me very angry sometimes but also very happy!!!!
A fabulous story, thank you!!

This book is a woman’s journey into freedom and empowerment and true love. She leaves behind the only life and boyfriend she’s known as an adult when she realizes she is little more than a trophy in a gilded cage and replies to an ad for a “superhuman” nanny/horsewoman/home manager in a historic Cornish Manor. The description of the local area, unique in it’s environment of cliffs and spooky woods and underground paths is fascinating. Cass, the heroine, finds herself falling for the down to earth neighbor of the Manor, a world apart from the man she’s fled, but also a world that seems more like her true home. I loved this book! I truly felt like I was immersed in the Cornish countryside. The romance brews under the surface and is very “sweet,” no spicy scenes—not a criticism as it all felt extremely appropriate for the story. I did feel the POVs of Amanda and Luke were a little jarring to suddenly appear mid-book and I don’t think they added that much to the story, but I still give this book 5 stars. In addition to the research on the natural and supernatural history of the area, the characters were all very well done, including Ginny and her children and even the horses. A welcome escape to the Historic small town charm of Cornwall.

With thanks to netgalley for an early copy in return for an honest opinion.

Really good storyline. And characters throughly enjoyed

I received an advance copy of, Beneath Cornish Skies, by Kate Ryder. This book is good. I did not like the character of David at all. I liked watching Cassie grow stronger as the book went on.

This book starts with a dream that is so vividly and lyrically written that it immediately drew me into the story. The evocative writing and sense of mystery and magic is present throughout the book but is drawn with a light touch, hinting at the supernatural in a number of different ways. At the emotional heart of the book is Cass's discovery of her true self and this is wrapped about with layers of history and legend. It's an intriguing reading experience, haunting and magical.

A thoroughly enjoyable way to lose yourself for an afternoon. This is an addictive read blending the past and present through the present day protagonists . You never know which direction the author is taking you in , there are multiple plot options interweaving supernatural and mystical with the historical and natural world and leaves the way for future storylines too.
Cassandra was a likeable character and it was great to see her blossom and become more outgoing. She was someone to easily empathise with , I'm sure we all second guess ourselves sometimes and it makes her situation relatable. Luke was an interesting character and the rapport that builds between him and Cass as their friendship grows and blossoms into attraction was very slowburn and sweet. You were constantly wondering will they or won't they. Amanda and David were both characters you love to hate, every book needs at least one!
The descriptive writing encapsulates the beauty of the rugged Cornish coast and the mystical energy attached to these ancient places.
I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy Timeslip and Susanna kearsley, I found it very reminiscent of Mariana in both style and premise .

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. What a great read, good characters, beautiful location and a terrific location. I really enjoyed it.

I don’t usually read romantic fiction but it was a nice easy read, well written with interesting research into the Cornish location. The landscape and history was the highlight for me and the whimsical ‘ghostliness’ a satisfying sub-plot. It was predictable, but aren’t books like this meant to be? It simply meant it all tied up very neatly at the end and wouldn’t be great if real life were like that!
The other aspect I enjoyed was the insight into horsemanship, especially as Cassandra has a natural approach rather than the traditional. Not being horsey, this is not something I knew of and was interested to learn about.
Overall it was a nice bit of escapism. Who wouldn’t want to be walking the Cornish coast right now with the excitement of a blossoming new romance on the horizon? Thank you to netgalley for an ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

This book was such a beautiful romance novel!
I loved the character. They story behind this book.
The writing was awesome.
Thus was a quick read! I found myself not wanting to put this one down.

I have really mixed feelings about this book, whilst it started of slowly, the story became captivating but the second part of the book felt really rushed, it was if the author ran out of time or word count. The ending was so sudden and there was wee sneaks in to peoples lives, like the scene with Amanda and the flowers that were never really made sense or explained. The prologue didn’t fit with the story, and the ghostly stories didn’t really come to anything. It could of been such a good book, but just didn’t seem complete

This is a wonderfully engrossing and romantic story, with a fragile heroine who has been dominated by her rich and powerful partner for years and therefore can’t see her own worth. I very much enjoyed seeing her blossom, her confidence growing as she found her true self with a little help from friends, ancient magic and spirits in the landscape. The story is set against the backdrop of the dramatic north Cornish coast and now I long to go there again. The author makes you feel as though you are exploring it together with the hero and heroine, learning its history and secrets. A lovely, uplifting tale and perfect for anyone who loves Cornwall with a little magic and thrown in!

A magnificent story, taking the reader from the beautiful South Downs in Sussex to the magical North East coast of Cornwall. Both counties are described so vividly, I was immediately transported there.
Cassandra is in a relationship with a man who is controlling and egotistical, but finds it hard to escape, until she finds an ad in a magazine which will change her life.
The author incorporates romance, magic, historical fact and her love of horses into a magnificently woven story of indecision, discovery and learning of one's true self.
I was drawn into this well written story from the very beginning, and found it hard to put down; I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Thanks to NetGalley for my advance copy of this wonderful book in exchange for an honest review.