Ever heard of a cozy mystery? This book was like a cozy romance. Not a lot of stress or angst but lots of imagery of the Cornish coastline while the heroine Jess works on creating a new life for herself after some personal heartbreak.
Jess's husband tells her that he doesn't love her anymore so after her grandmother's death she and her daughter move to Cornwall to the farm/manor/camping resort that was her grandparents dream. Jess meets Riley who is also going through a crisis and they work together to renovate and repurpose a lot of the old buildings into homes and vacation destinations.
If you're looking for a peaceful book with engaging characters-this book is for you. I sensed that this book was part of a series but did not need to read the other books in the series to follow the story. One minor critique is that I almost wished for a resort map with this book. It was hard to follow which part of her property Jess was referring to at times.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in return for my honest, albeit late review.

What a lovely story, I would love to have been there with all the characters, although this is a romance it also has a great story line to it. I will be going back to re-read this at some stage. 5 stars and I recommend it to all.

Thanks to Netgalley and publisher for this ARC

I love Linn B Halton books and this one was a winner for me. I get so invested in her characters and the life they are living. Her stories are heartwarming and descriptive . I feel like I’m reading an account of old friends . I can see the book playing out as a screen play in my head. This story is a beautiful story of finding oneself again after divorce and heartache. Learning to love oneself and blooming in one’s own light and seeing what your new path brings.

I voluntarily received a free advanced copy for NetGalley and all opinions are my own

I would recommend this book and others by this author to my friends, family and book clubs

Summer at the Cornish Farmhouse by Linn B Halton was a slow moving, but satisfying, romance which involved some recovery on the part of both participants. Jess had inherited the farmhouse property from her grandparents. Her grandmother had died and her grandfather didn’t want to stay there without her. It needed refurbishing but she had a broken heart and the work was just the thing. Her husband, Ben, had told her he didn’t love her anymore. She and their daughter, Lola were here, trying to make new lives for themselves. The biggest problem she had was unreliable contractors until she met Riley, who drove for the building materials company and had delivered huge bags of gravel. Her parents and her friends, Adam and Ivy, were coming to help her spread it over the “mudpit” that was the yard between the farmhouse and the cottage. Riley told her he did construction jobs and gave her his card in the event she needed him. After the first day they were all exhausted and so she called him but cautioned him to pretend to be a friend, just stopping by. He played along. Thus began their excellent employer/employee relationship.

Jess was a mess. For a while she thought Ben would come back, apologize and everything would go back as it had been. Eventually she recognized that the spark had gone out of their marriage and he had done the right thing. It was a hard-won victory for her. Riley also had an ex and a son he rarely saw. He had plenty of baggage, too. Slowly but surely the place began taking shape (as did they) and they were looking at the best season ever. Then, they came together, for one night only, they said, but neither of them was like that. Riley was the first reliable man she’d ever met (father and grandfather excluded) and that was what she found most attractive. She was sunshine, that is what drew Riley in. They eventually recognized that they were a good team and the farmhouse property was successful due to the both of them. There was so much more going on, of course. This was a very pleasant and enjoyable second chance romance novel. I highly recommend it.

I was invited to read a free e-ARC of Summer at the Cornish Farmhouse by Aria & Aries, through Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #AriaAndAries #LinnBHalton #SummerAtTheCornishFarmhouse

EXCERPT: My hands shake as I press the call button, but the moment Grandma's voice fills the room my throat closes over.
'Jess?'
My chest is so tight I begin to panic.
'Darling, what's wrong?'
'My . . . my world is falling apart, Grandma and I . . .'

ABOUT 'SUMMER AT THE CORNISH FARMHOUSE': When Jess Newman married the love of her life Ben she was sure they had what it took to stay together forever. So when Ben falls out of love with her only to promptly fall in the arms of new girlfriend, Naomi, she really doesn't know how to come to terms with their divorce.

Thankfully Jess's granddad, Gabe, has the perfect place for Jess and her eight-year-old daughter Lola to start afresh when he hands them the keys to his holiday home in Cornwall, a beautiful albeit rundown farmhouse – the fresh countryside air, the saffron buns and the seaside breeze might just be what the doctor ordered but soon it's clear this fresh start includes a whole new set of complications...

MY THOUGHTS: If you'd have asked me what I thought when I was halfway through Summer at the Cornish Farmhouse you would have got a vastly different answer to that you would get now.

I would have told you that there was far too much dialogue, a lot of which seemed stilted, that there was far too much detail about the renovations - honestly, I felt that every hammer swing was recorded - and there was nothing happening. I was bored and seriously considering abandoning this read. There was definitely nothing to entice me to read any further books in this series and I wouldn't have rated this any more than two stars.

But I'm glad I didn't give up. I'm glad I read on. There's a definite shift after the 50% point. Relationships start to develop. A plot becomes evident. The characters gain some depth and I began to enjoy this read.

By the end I was enjoying myself and looking forward to the next in the series.

⭐⭐⭐.5

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THE AUTHOR: Linn B. Halton writes feelgood fiction: home is where the heart is! In 2013 she won the UK Festival of Romance: Innovation in Romantic Fiction Award. Originally from Bristol, she now lives in Somerset with her husband, and Bengal cat, Ziggy.

For Linn, life is all about family, friends and writing. She is a self-confessed hopeless romantic and an eternal optimist. When Linn is not writing, she spends time in the garden weeding, or practising Tai Chi. And she is often found with a paintbrush in her hand indulging her passion for upcycling furniture.

DISCLOSURE: Thank you to Head of Zeus via Netgalley for providing a digital ARC of Summer at the Cornish Farmhouse by Linn B. Halton for review. All opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own personal opinions

Jess is hit out of the blue when her husband been tells her he wanted divorce and he’s in love with Naomi when her grandfather office her his farmhouse in Cornwall she takes him up on it but he’s ambivalent about the trip but try to make the best of it for her daughter Lola soon after moving in while rehabbing the grounds it seems it is one thing after another but when everything starts coming together and handyman Riley starts being a constant presence at the farm house things are looking up but is just ready to move on like been Hayes or will she remain on her own as a single mom. This was a wonderful heartwarming story and one I’ve come to depend on with this author she writes clean lovely family oriented romances and I love that no matter what name she writes under if you love clean inspiring romances then you definitely love this book I certainly did. I received this book from NetGalley in Aria and Ariess but I am leaving this review voluntarily please forgive any mistakes as I am blind and dictate my review.

ess’s heart is broken when her husband, Ben, tells her he no longer loves her and wants a divorce. Shortly afterward, Jess’s grandmother passes away unexpectedly, leaving her grandfather devastated. But, it’s at that time that he decides to move away from his Cornish farmhouse in need of renovating. So, Jess and her daughter, Lola, 8, decide to move into the farmhouse. She then begins the huge undertaking of renovating the farmhouse, outbuildings for holiday makers, and gardens. There is also the empty Renweneth Manor house that also needs a lot of work.

Jess works hard and has accomplished a lot. But she has limited funds to get the work done and has to be careful how she spends it. When she meets Riley, she is pleased to learn he does home repairs and agrees to work for her. He has a good reputation and promises hard work.

As Riley becomes full time working for Jess, they spark an attraction to one another. Although the work is not without problems, they persevere. Jess’s friends and family are all very close and are happy to spend time together.

This is a good story of the problems we face in life and the mettle that it takes to overcome them. The love of family and friends are featured in this this delightful book. I was quite taken with the in-depth plot and descriptions that the author gives the reader. An enjoyable read. Don’t miss it!

Copy provided by NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.

I don't usually read romance because the women often annoy me by being sappy. Jess is not sappy! She moves herself and her young daughter down to Cornwall to make a business out of a guesthouse and campsite. The guesthouse needs a lot of work to get it in shape and she calls upon friends and family to help, when the jobs get too big.

Gradually,Jess and Lola settle into their new life, make friends and plan the expansion of the business. A love interest quietly creeps into her life without fanfare which is a refreshing way to approach things, for me. I'd happily read another if this turns into a series, as a gentle, but not dull, read.

A lovely second-chance romance in a coastal Cornish setting. Jess finally acknowledges the end of her marriage when her husband, Ben, asks for a divorce. Seeking counsel from her Grandmother, she received excellent and prophetic advice. A year later, still hurt and lost, she takes the opportunity to live on her Grandfather's farm and renovate the buildings and her life. This uplifting read has community spirit, family love and friendship to help her make a new start for her daughter. The conflicts are numerous, and romance is not on her to-do list, but Riley is a rare find and proves to be a good friend.

I like the family and friend dynamic, the emotional growth of the protagonists and the mix of humour, poignancy and romance. It's a Summer escapist read that hugs you, perfect.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher.

Summer at the Cornish Farmhouse is a lovely read set in an idyllic location. It takes you through lots of emotions as Jess and her eight year old daughter Lola navigate life after divorce.

Thank you to NetGalley and Aria & Aries for my ARC.

An excellent summery read from Linn. With relatable characters and set in beautiful Cornwall. Hoping it will be another bestseller. Thank you Linn.

I would just like to say a big thank you to Netgalley for very kindly forwarding me an arc copy of theirs book, for my kindle, in return for my honest review.

This book is the first one from a series set in a Cornish Farmhouse and i am so glad that there are going to be more books to come, as I absolutely loved this one!

Summer At The Cornish Farmhouse was such a lovely and heartwarming read and the storyline just pulls you along and makes you keep turning the pages so that you can find out what happens next in the story.

Divorcee Jess and her daughter Lola move to Cornwall for a fresh start and there they meet Riley and so the story begins…..

This was a wonderful, heartwarming story and it left me feeling well and truly happy…….

When her marriage ends unexpectedly, Jess moves she and daughter Lola to her grandparents property in Cornwall. It's a beautiful place, with plenty of old buildings that with a little TLC can be brought back to life! This was her grandparents dream, but since the passing of her grandmother its now up to Jess to make it happen.

Finding a trustworthy builder in Riley, and good friends throughout the community, will Jess and Lola find the new beginning they hoped for? Or will the work ahead be too much?

Thank you to Author @linnbhalton @netgalley & @headofzeus for providing me with this ARC. I've written this review willingly & all opinions are my own.

I enjoyed the story, but found that sometimes it was a little confusing to follow the timeframes. Certain aspects of Jess' life were given extreme detail (like the renovations) whereas the sudden changes in her personal life seemed to have far less depth. I love the descriptions of the farm and surrounding countryside and wish I could teleport to Cornwall right now 💕

Look out for publication tomorrow 🥳🥳

Really enjoyed this book. I think it’s a good summer read, it has lots of wonderful characters, strong women roles, heartbreak, and happiness, what more could you ask of a book. Love the book cover and really hope it becomes a series, hoping Ivy and Adam are the next book!!

Jess is heartbroken when her husband Ben ends their marriage and starts a new relationship. Jess and her eight year old daughter Lola move to Cornwell to live in and old farm house that had belonged to her grandparents. As well as the old farmhouse there are a few old buildings that need renovating so they can be made available as holiday accommodation and a camp ground managed by a friend of Jess’s grandfather. Jess makes new friends and learns new skills as she helps a builder repair old buildings on the farm.
A romance about families, friendships and new beginnings.

Jess is heartbroken when her husband Ben tells her that he no longer loves her! She moves to Cornwall with her eight-year-old daughter Lola & takes over her grandparent's home & business. The farmhouse & surrounding buildings need renovation & Jess finds help from Riley, a delivery driver who also does home repairs. Riley becomes a great support with Jess's plans to work on the out buildings, & they make a great team.

Follow the story of their friendship, supporting family & changes in Jess' life. Such a lovely book that felt warm & comforting to read & I would love to read more of their story. Recommended read.

Jess makes Cornwall her home after her divorce and gets to work on renovating the farmhouse. Her builder, Riley has a similar past history . Can she settle there, can they both find happiness again? A great summer feel good read.

This was not my cup of tea. I am sure someone would enjoy this fiction but for me it was slow moving and didn't keep my interest. A woman who life fell apart found herself back home taking over her grandparents dream after the grandmother passed away. Then a handsome handy man stepped in... etc etc etc. Best friend having maritial issues. Parents are perfect. I just wanted to pull my hair out at this. However, the writing was good but the story line blah.

A great feel good read. We travel with the characters as the renovations take place and the business expands. We are there alongside them as the relationships grow and develop and trust is grown.

Another can't put it down book with twists and turns. Full of warmth and love.

When Jess Newman’s husband tells her he no longer loves her she is lost. Trying to be strong for her young daughter Lola Jess weighs up her options. Her Grandad Gabe throws her a lifeline when he offers her his home in Cornwall. Jess will have a lot of work to do as the farmhouse is rundown but with the help of friends old and new Jess is hoping she and Lola will have a fresh start.
This is a lovely story of family. friendship and starting again. If you like Holly Martin or Philippa Ashley you will love this. Take this on holiday, relax and enjoy!