With a stunning setting, empathetic characters, and a myriad of secrets, this warm-hearted romance novel ticked all the boxes. I mean, with a place called Heaven’s Cove, how could it not? This is the second book in the Heaven’s Cove series, but you do not have to read them in order as the setting is what ties the series together.

I really liked Lettie’s character. Essentially, she was taken advantage of by her family and I was cheering for her to break the familial ties and strike out on her own in Devon. I also liked the bond she had with her great aunt Iris, and empathized with her grief at Iris’s death.

Themes of starting over, bereavement, following your heart, and family secrets permeate the story. This is women’s fiction with a fair dose of romance and a smidgen of mystery.

As with many a romance novel, this one was fairly predictable. However… the journey to the predictable ending was an entertaining and enjoyable one.

This book was the second in a series of seven titles set in the charming Heaven’s Cove, Devon. I intend to read them all when time permits.

I must firstly apologise for the amount of time it has taken me to provide a review of this book, my health was rather bad for quite some time, something that had me in hospital on numerous occasions and simply didnt leave me with the time I once had to do what I love most.

Unfortunately that does mean I have missed the archive date for many of these books, so It would feel unjust throwing any review together without being able to pay attention to each novel properly.

However, I am now back to reading as before and look forward to sharing my honest reviews as always going forward. I thank you f0r the patience and understanding throughout x

I was enjoying this until it got to the penultimate chapter. I just felt that what happened was unnecessary and didn't really have any bearing on the book at all. It had only been very briefly mentioned in the book previously, and I really didn't feel that it was needed to bring the story to an end; typical 'I've been hurt before, let me explain', but pointless on this occasion. I will continue with the series, but I feel let down by the ending of book 2.

Loved this book! Well written, kept me entranced and curious to find out what happened next. I couldn’t put it down! Already purchased the next book in the series and will keep an eye out for all future books by this author

Book two of the series, but can stand alone. I actually read book three first, then this one and had no problem. In this one, Lettie comes to Heaven's Cove following the death of her great-aunt who had once lived there. Meeting grumpy elderly Claude and grumpy but sexy Corey makes for an interesting read. A lot of romance, past and present keeps ties throughout. Hard to put this one down, and makes Devon a must see if I ever get a chance to visit England. Highly recommend this series, author and book.

Another great book by this author. It is lovely to be back in Heaven's Cove and catch up with the characters from the first book while making new friends. I loved Lettie's story and was hooked from the first pages wanting to know what the little key unlocked and there was a perfect amount of mystery and romance in this lovely warm hearted story that is perfect for the beach

A fantastic story with great characters. It had me gripped from the start. I look forward to reading more by Liz

This is book 2 in the Heaven's Cove series but can be read as a stand alone. Lettie is visiting Heaven's Cove to discover what her Great Aunt Iris wanted her to know about her life before she died. Iris had moved here and hid for most of her adult life and now is ready for Lettie to discover her secrets. Handsome fisherman Cory and his Grandmother hold the answers. Lettie is torn between returning home to her family or staying just like Iris. I received a copy of this ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review.

We return to Heaven’s Cove with Lettie, still grieving the loss of her aunt who, although she left the cove years ago never to return, spoke so glowingly of the place that Lettie needed to see it for herself. Hoping to find that a tiny necklace key she’d been left would unearth secrets and return the connection and contentment that she found from her aunt’s presence.

But all is not to be that simple, as the more Lettie asks questions, the more the residents of the tiny village avoid her – all but one. But when she discovers the real reason her aunt left, never to return, will that add a level of chaos to the tentative connection she’s found with Corey – and will he blame her for the story his grandmother shared with her – that led to her aunt’s leaving?

I love that Eeles gave us more characters to explore and new stories to unearth while allowing us to better know the residents we met in book one. Lettie is searching for something – some independence, some answers, none of which will be found within the constraints her very demanding family require – and she’s determined to make her own way and choices. Perhaps she can even make amends for choices gone awry so many years ago, and finally feel as if she’s at home in Heaven’s Cove, allowing her memories from her aunt and the stories she shared to become a part of her new direction. A lovely story that works alone but is better experienced with the introduction and story from book one in the series, and a great escape into the scenic and picturesque little Devon village. It’s not going to hurt one bit as we find answers to Lettie’s questions and admire her growth and choices as she moves forward.

I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. I was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.

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Just as good as the first book in the series. Loved it. Perfect beach read! . .

What a cozy read! My type of book. Reading the summary, made me want to curl up in a chair and do nothing but read. I not only was able to enjoy reading about Driftwood House and what had happened with Rosie and Liam but got an incredible story with unexpected twists and turns. The characters and action-packed scenes sent me on an emotional roller coaster. I look forward to the 3rd book in the series!

Grieving the loss of her great aunt and feeling used and abused by members of her family, Lettie goes to stay at Driftwood and discover the secrets of a letter and a key that her aunt left her. We met Driftwood and it's own Rosie in the first novel and this one was a good story but for me personally, did not meet the quality of the first.

I loved this book, and it was impossible to set down until it was finished. I quickly bonded with the main character, Lettie Starcross and couldn't wait to find out more about her dead aunt's life. Foremost of all was where did that mysterious key go that she wore around her neck?

I loved watching Lettie's growth in this book, and greatly enjoyed the setting and how the author made me feel like I  was immersed right in the book. I could smell the briny air and hearing the sqwaking seagulls.

Lettie does meet a love interest in the book (not a spoiler as it's mentioned in the blurb), but I love that the author handle the attraction between the two realistically.

Anyway, I can't recommend the book enough. I received an advanced reading copy of this book for honest review. Thank you to the author, Bookouture, and NetGalley.

This took me a little time to get into this book as I haven't read the first one but as soon as things settled for me it became a fantastic read. Loved the characters and the fact that the setting was in Devon made it better still. I wonder if there will be any more follow ups as I want more. This is a 5 star book.

Thanks to Netgalley and publisher for this ARC.

The Devon Coast and the Sea sounds like it will take all your worries away. The picturesque town and people of Heaven’s Cove has me wanting to book my next vacation! Lettie Starcross is at a crossroads after her Great Aunt Iris dies and she discovers that she was from the seaside village Heavens Cove. Her Aunt Iris also gives her a key and begs her to go figure it all out. What secrets will she discover?
Corey is a fisherman and taking care of his grandmother, but how will he factor into Lettie’s search of they key discovery! She also likes the way he looks and how he has intrigued her sexy side.
Things heat up, but not the way Lettie thinks they will. The grandmother upon hearing the name Iris Starcross all but kicks her out of the house into the street!

This book has more interesting side characters and little fires that the pages turn themselves. I enjoyed this book, but I would not take this to the beach because it’s a more in depth book for that type of sitting.

I received a free advanced copy from NetGalley and these are my willingly given thoughts and opinions.

I did not read the first book in this series, so it took a bit for me to catch up. Once it got rolling for me, I found it to be a really good story.

Lettie received a key from her great aunt on her deathbed, along with a plea to go find out. Find out what, you ask? Well, that’s the rest of the story. Lettie travels to a small town that her ancestors used to live in, hoping to find the answer. She encounters grumpy old and young men, stays in a lovely B&B, meets a greedy land developer, and a host of other local characters.

There is romance, friendship, mystery and lots of feels. Highly recommend..

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book, but my opinions are my own.

Iris Starcross passes away, entrusting her great niece Lettie with a key and letter from her past love. Lettie travels to Devon to search for answers which will allow her beloved Iris to rest in peace...
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series from Lize Eeles. We meet characters from the first book Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea but there are no major spoilers except for the relationship outcomes.
Lettie has always put her family first while her own life is on hold. She is dependable and this has led her to support her parents and sister at the expense of her own hopes and dreams. Now she has promised to fulfil Iris's final wish but this is a task she takes on joyfully.
Her experience on arrival in Heaven's Cove doesn't make her task seem very hopeful. She is rejected by the locals and struggling to deal with her fear of water following a childhood accident in which she nearly drowned. She is also being bombarded with messages from her family, demanding she return to continue supporting them.
As Lettie finds her own path, she has the opportunity to date two men but is either of them Mr Right? While Lettie makes brave decisions and changes to her own life, she also manages to have a positive impact on several villagers which is really heartwarming and emotional to read.
A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea was a wonderfully warm and gentle yet gripping novel about finding your own place in the world and the enduring power of love.

A lovely tale of Lettie Starcross, a young woman who comes to Heaven's Cove in search of the truth about her great-aunt Iris.

There are quite a few threads to this story, and there are misunderstandings galore but there is a bit of sleuthing, old friendships mended and the past brought to light. Lettie is a very nice person and I really love her character.

I found this to be a nice, undemanding read - exactly what I needed right now.

4.5 stars from me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture.

My second book by author Liz Eeles, and the second book in the series, the story was a slow unfolding if the secret, in search of which Lettie had made the trip after her great-aunt’s death.

A key which held the truth and a letter which was the guide to discover the truth was all she had when she arrived at Heaven’s Cove. Lettie captured my heart slowly by the honesty of her emotions. Her grief reflected in her eyes. I had to thank the author in my mind for helping me see the scenes by the power of her words.

The story had the characters of first book make their small appearance. Romance too peeped in, but the core of the story was Lettie’s love for her aunt. I could do understand and love her for her commitment.

The whole book was like a cup of tea which warmed my insides and prevented the numbness from setting in.

This is the second book in the Heaven's Cove series and starts where the last one ended. You can read this as a standalone book, but I recommend reading Secrets at the Last House Before the Sea first so you don't spoil that story. I am that confident that after reading this one, you would want to go back and read the first one.

In this story we meet Lettie Starcross, a young woman who is looking for answers as to why her recently deceased Aunt Iris left Heaven’s Cove never to return. She was left with a small brass key on a necklace, a hidden letter and a request from her aunt, <I>"And find out for me darling girl."</I> She knows that her aunt used to live in Driftwood House at the start of the war and so she decides that staying there is where her journey should begin. When she begins to ask the locals questions about Aunt Iris, she runs into roadblocks, most are too young to have known her, and those that do, don’t want to talk about her. Can she get anyone to open up to her and discover the secrets that are hidden in Heaven’s Cove?

I love the village of Heaven's Cove. The eccentric villagers, the busybodies, the beautiful scenery, the closeness and the local pub all make me want to head to Devon. I really liked Lettie and wanted her to find what she was looking for not only for her Aunt, but for herself. She loved her aunt and was very close to her, in fact she was the only one who encouraged Lettie to find what she really wanted out of life. Her mother and sister take advantage of her, but she lets them. Her caring nature and love of history, endeared her to me and the villagers. Of course Rosie, Liam and Belinda are all back along with some new characters. Florence Allford and Claude, the oldest people in the village are wonderful. They are both a bit eccentric and crotchety, but they come around under Lettie's caring and honest nature and play a large role in this story. You can't have a book like this without a swoon worthy male lead. Corey Allford is just that. All I will say is that he has some baggage, but had a hard time resisting Lettie. A Letter to the Last House Before the Sea is a story of friendship, letting go of the past, finding happiness, and self-discovery. It is a delightfully uplifting story that will let you escape to Devon for a few hours of pleasure. I definitely recommend this story.