The Lighthouse Daughters of Puffin Island was a heartwarming feel-good story focussing on Dilly, her quest to purchase the lighthouse and her feelings for her old Art teacher, Max Harrington.

I particularly enjoyed the dynamics between the residents of Puffin Island. The story beautifully captures the strong sense of community, highlighted by Dilly's close relationships with her best friends, her father, and the ever-charming Betty.

Max was a standout character—kind, compassionate, and relatable. Both he and Dilly grapple with unresolved wounds from their pasts, but their journey of healing together is refreshingly free of unnecessary angst, adding depth to their romance.

This story offers a delightful mix of mystery, history, romance, and unexpected surprises.

Although it’s the second book in the series, it would work perfectly as a standalone (although the first book is worth reading so I sugget you do). Many thanks to NetGalley and One More Chapter for providing an advanced copy for review!

The Lighthouse Daughters of Puffin Island by Christie Barlow is one of those cozy, feel-good reads that makes you want to curl up with a cup of tea and a blanket. Set on this beautiful, windswept island, the story pulls you in with its mix of family drama, romance, and a touch of mystery.

The characters are what really drew me in. There’s something really relatable about them—especially the women trying to navigate their pasts and figure out where they belong. The lighthouse itself kind of becomes a character, too, guiding them (and us) through the ups and downs of life. I loved how the setting is so atmospheric, with the island feeling both charming and a little isolated, which fits the characters' journeys.

It’s definitely a romance, but it’s also about personal growth, healing, and figuring out your place in the world. That part felt really real, especially with how the characters face challenges and learn to open up to one another. If you’re into stories where characters find love and redemption (even if it’s a bit predictable at times), this one will hit the spot.

That said, it’s not exactly groundbreaking—some parts of the plot felt a little familiar, and if you’ve read other books like this, you’ll probably guess where things are headed. But honestly, that didn’t bother me too much. Sometimes, you just want that heartwarming story where everything falls into place.

If you're a fan of romantic, small-town (or small-island!) vibes with a dash of family drama and healing, this book is definitely worth picking up. It’s the kind of book you want to read when you need a little escape to a beautiful, peaceful place.

I just loved this book so much that once I started reading it, I just couldn’t put it down. I just loved Puffin Island and I wish it was real as the characters are just amazing people. It’s an amazing community that I would love to be part off, as they have each other’s back. The story was amazing too I just love Dilly and Max.

I would highly recommend reading this book and the first book in the series too as they are so heartwarming I just love them and I can’t wait until the next one in the series.

I would like to thank One More Chapter and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book early.

How cool would it be to own a lighthouse! Especially knowing your family history in it? That would be way cool!
I enjoyed it so much that I didn't want it to end! I loved making friends with these wonderful characters especially Dilly. I really enjoyed in getting to know her. She's delightful and gullible all at the same time.
Oh and impulsive too but that's what I liked about her.
Max I didn't like so much. I thought he was a little shady.
I finished this book in one evening. I didn't think I'd like it but I actually did.
Well written with rounded out characters what more could a girl want? I didn't want this to end.
5 stars for great entertainment and especially for the art classes. Dilly did a great job with that lol. She did make me grin on that one
I highly recommend this cute novel. I'll be buying it to add to my shelf
My thanks for a copy of this wonderful book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.

What a wonderful story with such a fantastic feel good factor. This was a book that I could not put down, well written, great characters and a beautiful setting. Thoroughly recommended.

A cosy read, written about the life of an artist living on the remote Puffin Island. Having been traumatised by being taken in by a romance scam, Dilly puts the experience behind her. Her resilience to forge ahead and aim for her dreams is compulsive reading. And then, enter the man she had been holding in her thoughts for many a year, her college art teacher - and no guessing the ending! The setting, individual characters and story line were well crafted, and the novel flows seamlessly to the conclusion. A relaxed style of romance, with a smattering of obstacles to hold the reader’s interest.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers HarperCollins One More Chapter for the opportunity to read and review this ARC

This was my first book in the series and I can’t wait to chomp my way through all of the rest. This was an excellent book that looked with tenderness at relationships both those that worked and those that didn’t as well as deep deep friendships. Relationship betrayal is covered in depth and well as is the difficulty of building a life after things go wrong. All of this is set against the beautiful backdrop of puffin Island and especially the gorgeousness of the lighthouse. The whole book is a romantic tale of relationships, families and an amazing backdrop on the island.

I never thought I would get over the loss of the Love Heart Lane series, but I am delighted the author has a great new series set in Puffin island.

Fear not people Christie has blown me away, great cast of characters and beautiful scenery.

This one features Dilly, who is desperate t9 own the lighthouse that has been in her family and where her mother was born.

This will be another smashing series and I already see book 3 is not far away.

I was so pleased to receive this book to review. I have read all of Christie’s books and this was another cracker. The setting is so beautiful, I can picture it all,the views from gallery flat sound idyllic. So we have Dilly who owns the gallery and stays above it. She has just come out of a difficult relationship where she was nearly scammed out of her inheritance so she is done with men. Enter Max,her college art tutor,he is 5 years older than her and she had a crush on,as did most of the class. He was married so she knew it couldn’t go anywhere. She wonders why he has turned up on Puffin Island and why he is working for her Dad in the boatyard. Dilly lost her Mum and Step dad in a car crash and was left an inheritance but she is happy in the gallery but would like to expand it. She has connections to the lighthouse,her Mum was born there,on the night her dad died trying to save people in a terrible storm. I don’t want to go too much more into the storyline but you must read it,there are a few twists and turns.I didn’t want it to end,I know there is definitely another book in the series but I hope there are gone to be many more. Brilliant read.

Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the early copy.
What an amazing series this is, I'm already in love with Puffin Island and can't wait for the next one.
I had tears with this one, it definitely caught me out emotionally
I loved Dilly, what an inspiration.
An amazing story.

I loved returning to Puffin Island and escaping into this story. It is a wonderful bit of escapism that perfectly transports you to the place and the people. I would have liked for there to be a bit more about the characters from the first book but I realise that this makes it a good standalone story. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.

Delilah wants to buy the lighthouse on Puffin Island to turn into her home., she meets up with an old friend. will she be able to buy the lighthouse? good story

What a delightful story of love, strength, courage, and second chances.
So much of Dilly's family's history centers around the lighthouse, so when the opportunity to own it presents itself, she is all in. Life seems to take a few unexpected turns for Dilly, and her happy ending she has always wanted may be harder to reach than she thought.
Lots of wonderful characters, beautiful settings and of course some romance to make the plot perfect. Loved it!
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Dilly waters has just recentley got out of a romance scam relationship narrowly missing having her inheratance took away from her.
her mum left her a shop on the beachfront at puffin island were she has become a succesfull artist aswell as a lumpsum.
When the lighthouse at puffin bay goes on auction she has to get it as it has a lot of family connections.
Max harrington has been going through a tough devorce and turns up at puffin island looking for work at dillys dads boat workshop.
He bumps into dilly at her shop and recognisers her from when he used to be an art teacher.
Only now hes single and Dillys is older they find they have always had an attraction to each other.

What a beautiful new series by Christie Barlow set in the gorgeous seaside location of fictional Puffin Island! Book two focuses on the historic lighthouse, with its fascinating history, and the past and present people that surround it! This is such a moving story that captured my attention from the first paragraph to the very last. Artist Delilah and art teacher Max are central to the plot and they are both delightful characters with so much to offer their community. They each have had their troubles and suffered from horrible romantic relationships. But they get their second chance at happiness and fulfilment when their paths cross again after many years. But when dreamy sparks fly between them, reality waltzes in and tries to steal their joyful reunion.

There is so much to love about The Lighthouse Daughters of Puffin Island with its heart-warming romance, twists and turns drama, fascinating mystery and endearing community members. There are some wonderful surprises that happen in these breathtaking surrounds and art flows freely inspired by this sea haven atmosphere. The lighthouse descriptions are stunning and it is so easy to picture its idyllic location. Be assured, though, there are rough bumps for the characters along the way with a couple of nasty villains stirring up trouble. Through them, tough topics are addressed. Such as the positive and negative effects of both social and news medias, spousal abuse, the effects of grief after losing a parent, romance scammers, business ventures that include art, teaching, lighthouse and boat-restoration. Then there are student-teacher relationships, sudden fame and the nastiness of domestic violence.

Delilah Waters is a talented artist who rose to sudden fame once her work was featured on Netflix. After the tragic death of her mother, her inheritance becomes public knowledge which sets her up for a romance scammer to target her. He is a charmer and convinces her of his affections. She falls for him but when he begins making strange demands, she suspects something is wrong. Unfortunately not soon enough for an incidence to occur. Though he does not succeed, he still crashes her life. But she returns to her roots on Puffin Island, and turns to her wonderful dad and best friend for support. Her art business is booming and the Lighthouse is up for sale. She must bid on it as her family’s history is tied up in this historic treasure. And as a bonus, Max, her former art teacher (who is only a few years older than her and the man of her dreams) walks back into her life. He has had some drastic changes occur. He has taken on a job with her father and is no longer married. His story gradually unfolds which deepens our interest in this man, who seems to be a wonderful human being. Until one day something happens that makes us and Delilah wonder: if she has been played once again?

This journey for Delilah and Max, (and others) is both exciting and disheartening at times. But things have a way of working out. And besides these romantic relationships to focus on, there is a wonderful mystery in The Lighthouse Daughters of Puffin Island that keeps us turning the pages for another reason. I must say, the title and cover are so appropriate for this beautiful tale. And I cannot wait to read the next book of the series. I have loved all of Christie’s novels I have read (even though I have not read them all yet!) as she delivers warm, hearth-fire feel-good fiction. I enjoy these enticing escapes that always cheer the weary heart. And be assured, this one will put a smile on your face and have you dreaming of romantic lighthouses! Without question, this novel deserves 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks to One More Chapter and Netgalley for a review copy.

The lighthouse daughters of Puffin Island is the second book in the new puffin island series and is a total joy to read from start to finish! Full of love, emotion, friendship, history and community, it makes for the most delectable read that will stay with you long after reading it!
The stunning setting described so vividly makes you feel as if you are there, sun shining, boats bobbing around in the sea, salt in the air and puffins what more could you wish for?
Fantastic characters in Dilly and Max and their evolving love story, and nice to have familiarity with characters from book one like Pete and Betty which confers a sense of coming home!
An enchanting read that I would highly recommend! So excited for book 3 in this fantastic series
Thank you NetGalley for this early read

This is an absolutely brilliant read. A second in the series but can read alone. I could not put it down.. Puffin island sounds a magical place . The beginning is very moving and the book gets better and better. Some good twists. I loved the story . Losing a parent is hard, you have a love element . A fantastic lighthouse and family history. I am struggling to review it but you have to read it. Can’t wait for the next one..

Christie Barlow has crafted yet another gem with The Lighthouse Daughters of Puffin Island, a story brimming with warmth, emotion, and heartfelt connections. This is the second book in the series, but readers can easily enjoy it as a standalone. Christie Barlow writes so descriptively that she brings her locations and characters vividly to life. Two books in, and I’m in love with Puffin Island and its close-knit community—I now want to live in a lighthouse!

I adored Delilah Waters’ story. She has sworn off men since her encounter with her scammer ex but is eager to buy Puffin Island’s lighthouse, a crucial piece of her family’s history. Her attraction to Max Harrington is obvious to all. However, the path of true love never runs smoothly, with secrets, doubts, heartbreak, and shocking revelations along the way. Readers will fall in love with Max, especially once they learn his heartbreaking backstory.

The romantic aspects are an integral part of the story, but they are complemented by a rich tapestry of themes. Christie Barlow’s authentic and warm portrayal of characters like Delilah and Max made me feel deeply connected to them. Her attention to character development ensures that each character feels like an old friend rather than just a name on a page. Familiar faces from the previous book reappear, providing a sense of continuity that is often lacking in many series.

As with all of Christie Barlow’s books, The Lighthouse Daughters of Puffin Island explores themes of community, family, friendship, personal growth, love, resilience, and grief, blending real-life struggles with heartfelt connections. In case you haven’t guessed, I loved this book—it’s a heartwarming tale that left me completely satisfied. Roll on the next instalment!

A great story which was a real page turner. It was a story of love, romance with a touch of tragedy to make for a must read story. The story of the lighthouse and the history of the keepers was heartbreaking at times. A great many twists and turns throughout the book made for a heartwarming and heartbreaking story at times which really made me stop and think. Great characters which made for a great read.

Christie Barlow never disappoints, the second book in the Puffin Island series is just as good if not better than the first.
It is so easy to fall in love with the characters and community that Christie creates, I want to love on Puffin Island and be part of it all!

Dilly’s career is really taking off, her gallery is thriving and she is in a good place following an awful experience with an ex partner, with family links to the local lighthouse an opportunity presents itself which can’t be overlooked!

What follows nexts is love, laughter & some local secrets which will slowly unfold as you progress through the book.

Roll on book 3!