Can I say I'm a little bit disappointed?
I've loved The little teashop in Tokyo and the Little Swiss Ski Chalet, but with this book I really struggled to go on. Too many informations about food and cuisine ruined my interest in the general plot and the story was heavy to read.
For the moment it's a DNF.
I'll try again in future.

I love this series and this next addition is no exception. You can't help but get swept away in the fold of the Irish hospitality, the food, the sense of community and of course the romance of it all, with a little bit of a mystery thrown in for good measure. Highly recommend.

Caplin's writing is absolutely magical making you feel all warm and fuzzy as she transports you to Ireland.

Heartfelt, charming & thought-provoking read, this is it!

I have received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The Cosy Cottage in Ireland definitely makes me want to visit Ireland as soon as possible. Seriously, I would drop everything like a hot potato and fly there right now if I could. Unfortunately, I need to work in order to make money so I can one day travel. Ugh.

In this, you will meet Hannah and Conor. She, like me, needs a break from her job. An unexpected sabbatical gets her to take a completely random trip to Ireland. While there, she decides to take a cookery course for 6 weeks. Mostly because this girl doesn't know how to cook and figured it was high time to learn this delicious skill.

The chemistry between these two was freaking amazing. I loved everything about them after they first met one another. He's the mysterious and handsome guy that might make this trip to Ireland a lot more fun.

In the end, I devoured this book so quickly. I really enjoyed everything about this and can't wait to read the other books within the romantic escapes series.

Another fun installment in the 'Romantic Escapes' series. The beginning sees Hannah trying something new - staying in a hotel on her way to a cookery course, she kisses a stranger (Connor) to help him avoid unwanted attention. This is completely out of character for Hannah, who is a lawyer and usually carefully evaluates anything and everything before she does it! A couple of days later she bumps into him again at the cookery course, only to discover it is being held on his family's farm and run by his mother! The usual romantic ups and downs that I have come to expect from this series follow, with a couple of unexpected twists.

A light-hearted and enjoyable read, great for a day relaxing at the beach or for a cosy afternoon in front of the fire. Thanks to Netgalley for my ARC copy.

I loved this so much, from start to finish. A proper escape from real life but not so much of a departure that it was unrealistic and silly. Highly recommended!

The Cosy Cottage in Ireland is a book about taking risks and enjoying life. Julie's writing worked its magic and I conjured up the relaxed attitude of the Irish and their lyrical way with words. I was absorbed in this book. the romance was as descriptive, if not more so, as the food tasting. Overall a fantastic read that will transport you to Ireland and leave you grinning from ear to ear.

A charmingly sweet and enjoyable book! It was a pleasure getting to know the characters of this story, especially Hannah and Conor. Their chemistry was fabulous! The wonderful description of the setting made me feel as if I had traveled across the Atlantic and landed in beautiful Ireland myself.
I highly recommend this book if you are in the mood for an escape to an amazing setting with colorful characters and a bit of excitement. Though this is the eighth installment of a series it is very enjoyable as a stand alone book.
I am extremely grateful to Netgalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read an ARC in exchange for a honest review.

I was already a huge fan of Julie Caplin, and this book did not disappoint! Once again, her writing transported me off to a different country (All the more appreciated after 18 months of basically being grounded!) and this time it was off to the beautiful Emerald Isle.

Aside from the vivid descriptions that let me get totally lost in the story, I think my favourite thing about Caplins writing is the perfect mix of characters every story contains. Every time, she hits the perfect balance of different personalities, providing us with an entertaining rag tag group of mismatched individuals, who of course all gel together as they story progresses. This time we’re met with a group of aspiring chefs, from the likes of Hannah, who just wants to learn the basics, to budding masterchefs in the making!

Starting out in the big city of Dublin to see the sights, we’re then transported to the Killorgally Cookery School, and the idyllic farm it nestles within. Between the depictions of the farm life itself and the gorgeous cottages for the students to stay in, I quite fancy a trip there myself! It provides the perfect backdrop to the story, as well as the perfect contrast to Hannahs usual fast paced city life back in Manchester.

The camaraderie displayed between all the cookery students is perfect; from posh and proper Fliss, to poor Jason who singlehandedly seems to fill the kitchen swear jar on a daily basis! There’s such a realistic progression of their friendships as the story unfolds, and what better way to finish that off than their final little adventure in the rain, working together as a team. As for the romance between Hannah and Conor, from their steamy first meeting and onwards, every moment of it made for a brilliant read. The chemistry between the two was clear, and the rollercoaster of ups and downs, with just the right level of drama sprinkled in, give plenty of entertainment.

Much like the rest of the Romantic Escapes series, I adored this book and devoured it in almost one sitting. Each book dips into characters from it’s predecessors, allowing us to visit old friends, but also works perfectly well as a standalone read (Though I would highly recommend reading the entire series, as it’s so good!) I cannot wait to see what Caplin brings us next!

Ireland and cooking? Yes, please! Julie Caplin has done it again. She has the perfect combination of wonderful, loveable characters, charming scenery, and a heartwarming plot. I always enjoy reading her books. Her wonderful descriptions painted the perfect picture of Ireland.

Yes - read it!

Another excellent read by Julie Caplin! Cheap vacation to somewhere new in every read. It's number 8 in series but each one is a unique read in a new location.

Interesting characters, unexpected storyline and HEA - can't beat it.

I received an ARC from Netgalley to prepare for my honest review.

This book was an easy read, but I really enjoyed it. From the minute we meet Hannah to the close of the book, I really enjoyed meeting her; she felt like an old friend.

I really liked the way we first met Conor, and how this meeting was actually incorporated into the rest of the story (esp when she returned to Dublin and could be a tourist again), and how she really didn't have a clue who she had encountered.

I liked that appearances were taken at face value and how this needs to be proved wrong, that the only way to find out who people are is to get to know them.

I would highly recommend this book.

Really enjoyable book. Warm hearted and definitely cosy! Fabulous 8th instalment in the series. Romance and a smidge of intrigue and mystery coupled with a glorious setting make this a joy to read. Able to be read as a stand alone story as well as part of the series. Highly recommended.

Thank you Netgalley

Loved this book, easy to read and a great storyline.

Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.

From that opening scene kiss (excuse me while I fan my face!!) to the final gesture, I fell in love with Hannah, Conor and every character in this book! I laughed out loud at Hannah's kitchen fails (I can totally relate) and cheered her on as she stepped out of her comfort zone and became "Ireland Hannah" vs "England Hannah." The sizzling chemistry between her and Conor was fantastic and I loved every aspect of this book.

Other underappreciated aspects of the book: the swear jar, all of the Irish lingo (though I admit I had to look up what some of the words meant!), the budding romance between Alan and Meredith and, best of all, the references to Hannah’s sister, Mina, who I loved from the last book!

This is like a slightly steamy Hallmark movie in a book.

It was very atmospheric and it had a lot to do with cooking which is always a plus. It made me want to visit the motherland even more.

I am not sure how I feel about the romance. Connor wasn't very likeable to me. Like at all. But I liked the woman was the one who wasn't romantic.

Honestly, I think the ones who likes these books will love it and I think it is a good escape for people who don't normally read them.

Thank you to Netgalley and Harper Collins UK for this eARC.

A wonderful journey across the Atlantic to beautiful Ireland. I really enjoyed traveling to Ireland in this book. I never even had to book a flight or update my passport.

Another great Caplin book! I thought it was a fun and sweet story line. I could have done without the broad swings of a great storyline with random acts of passion that popped out of nowhere. However, this book wasn't as open door as her prior books, and I'm grateful for that. Caplin's books always make me want to travel!

The Cosy Cottage in Ireland is another hit from Julie Caplin. As with all her books, there is so much more to enjoy than a simple story. We have the beautiful Irish scenery, so well described I can almost feel that I’ve visited there myself. There is also the cookery school, and the recipes and techniques used are again laid out in full, which brings Killorgally fully to life. And to complete the mix, there’s even the mystery of the neighbours, with a few scares and thrills to entertain.

This was a brilliant read and is being featured on my blog for my quick star reviews feature, which I have created on my blog so I can catch up with all the books I have read and therefore review.
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