Nancy has always had the dream of owning her own bookshop. It’s a lot more than she was expecting. She gets some unexpected help from a good friend’s grandson.
The two main characters really got on my last nerve. I just didn’t care for either one. This was a rather predictable book.

Well…what can I say about this book that could sum it up?
The first word I’ll start with is HILARIOUS!!! This book had me laughing out loud (which isn’t a great look when you’re sat in Costa having a coffee ….on your own!😂), and a big part of that is due to a character known as ‘Nan’….her humour and one liners absolutely made me howl! The timing of her little quips were just perfect and if I’m honest, I would have loved to have seen more of them.
Not only is this book funny, it’s also such a lovely story to get lost in, and the type of book that just ‘warms my cockles’.
Such a fabulous, beautiful read that absolutely deserves 5 shiny, sparkly stars

What a gorgeous treat this book is! I absolutely loved everything about it and finished it in a little over a single sitting. Granted, I am aware of my reading commitments, but being transported to Driftwood Bay was the tonic that I hadn’t realised I needed.
On arrival, we meet Nancy, who has just taken possession of a shop unit where she plans to open her very own bookshop. She has all the knowledge required for books, but there’s zero business knowledge for her to draw on, and that’s where the first twist comes in. Nancy is a fabulous leading lady, but she wears her heart on her sleeve and can easily be perceived as vulnerable. Her chaos may be disorganised, but she has big plans for her bookshop. It’s soon evident that the community sees her as an asset as they support her in droves.
We then meet Dennis. He has appeared in earlier books as he’s the grandson of Violet, who lives in a cottage in the village. Violet, or rather Vi, is a breath of fresh air, and her grasp of Anglo-Saxon is impressive. Her no-nonsense approach to life may have resulted in some hilarious moments, but her love for her grandson is without question. Dennis, however, is a little more difficult to get a handle on and I was utterly entranced as I followed his path through this book. He works as a business consultant in London, which is handy for Nancy. He has a good heart, although some of his decisions are questionable.
Like the rest of this series, The Bookshop at the Cornish Cove is filled with relatable moments, perfectly developed characters, and an enviable community. At heart, it’s a story of the strength of family, of forgiveness and rediscovery. It’s also a fabulous study of inappropriate language. As I mentioned, I loved it.

This was unfortunately one of the most irritating books - and not because it was badly written. The dialogue however was awful and unrealistic. No 27 year old in modern day times speaks like this, by literally any means. Aside from that, the back and forth of the plot was extremely too often and forced. The non-stop sexual comments from her mother and the grandmother literally made me feel ill - not because women of that age can't talk about that, but because they were talking about young men and people that their grandchildren were essential prospects of. Too much of this was forced and I couldn't like it. If you like Bridget jones, you'd like this more than I did

The Bookshop at the Cornish Cove, I loved how the bookshop is part of every conversation, happening in the story. Also, it was refreshing to see the hero out in so much effort in his budding relationship with the Bookshop owner.

Sweet story about following your dream of opening a bookshop by the sea in Cornwall. This was my first read of a book by Kim so I haven’t met the characters before. Great characters, a love of books and a possibility of romance in the sea air.

Oh Kim Nash you have my heart. Again. I new when I saw this book I needed to read it. And indeed I did. Once again a beautiful cosy read from one of the best in this genre. One of the best authors for writing her characters. And she does it time and time again. We should feel lucky to have such talent writing for us. And it feels a privalege every time I put down one of her books smiling.
We are back in Cornish cove and a few previous characters pop up. But that doesn't stop you being able to read this if it's your first of seeing this series.
Couldn't recommend enough. And all her other books too.

I DNF, but read enough to feel i could leave an appropriate review.

I could not get into this writing or the story. I felt the characters were extremely unlikable and both main characters were annoying. This just wasn't for me.

Nancy finally achieves her dream of opening a bookshop after receiving an inheritance from her Aunt. However, she soon realizes that running a business isn’t easy—more money is going out than coming in. Enter Dennis, a business analyst temporarily staying with his outspoken grandmother, Vi. Despite an initial attraction between Nancy and Dennis, they are polar opposites: Nancy is a dreamer who believes in fate, while Dennis is practical and focused on maximizing profits. Their first meeting doesn’t go well, but Dennis has a personal reason for wanting to help Nancy turn her struggling bookshop around.

As their relationship develops, deeper issues from their pasts emerge, causing tension between them. Nancy’s brother adds to the stress, having been kicked out of his house again, reinforcing Nancy’s doubts about relationships and their ability to work. Despite this, the residents of Driftwood Bay, a close-knit community, step in to help where they can, adding warmth and support to the story.

With humor, heartfelt moments, and a few chuckle-worthy scenes, the book delves into themes of personal growth, overcoming past hurts, and finding new ways to navigate life. Nancy’s journey is beautifully intertwined with creative ideas for her bookshop, and the community’s efforts to help her match her free-spirited approach to life. This novel offers a charming mix of romance, reflection, and community spirit, making it a delightful read for fans of contemporary fiction.

overall this was a great book! even if the pace of it was a little bit too fast, i really enjoyed it :) there were some aspects of it that made me perplex as to how the story went, but still a great read :)

Thank you to the Publisher and NetGalley for providing me this book in exchange of an honest review.

Once again, Kim Nash delivers a delightful, feel-good embrace with her book. Returning to Driftwood Bay, we follow Nancy as she lives out her dream of owning a bookshop, becoming completely engrossed with endearing characters you never wish to part from. This series offers the ideal escape through reading and is not to be missed at any cost.
A heartfelt thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. It was indeed an absolute pleasure.

How wonderful to be back in Driftwood Bay! As soon as I saw that Kim Nash had a new book in her Cornish Cove series coming out, I had to get my hands and eyes on it! I love the setting, the sense of community, the friendships, the lovely characters, the banter, and of course, the romance! As with the other books in this series, I was instantly drawn into this book, the lives of the characters and their plight.

Nancy received inheritance money from her aunt and decided to follow her heart and love of books and opened a bookshop overlooking Driftwood Bay. Unfortunately, Nancy is not a businesswoman, and her bookshop is struggling financially.

Dennis is a hot shot businessman who has come to town to visit his grandmother. Driftwood bay is the type of community where everyone knows each other, and he soon learns about Nancy and her bookshop. He offers to help.......


It is pretty much a guarantee that if Kim Nash writes it, I am going to read it! What I love the most about her books is the heartwarming feeling I get as I finish them with a smile on my face and hopeful for the next book in the series. I find her books to be uplifting, full of likeable characters, witty, and relatable. I am always rooting for her characters and love their inner thoughts. I especially enjoy how she handles their insecurities, their vulnerabilities, their strengths, and their determination. All of this makes her characters feel real and I can relate to them. As I mentioned above, I also enjoy the focus on friendships, relationships, and romance in Kim Nash's books.

Beautifully written, charming, heartwarming, and delightful!

This is a really sweet, enjoyable romance. Although, for the first few chapters I didn't really like Nancy very much. She just seemed a bit too airy-fairy and was very quick to jump to conclusions without thinking! Anyway, she did eventually grow on me, although her presumptions do end up causing a few misinterpretations of situations leading to some heartache, but all's well that ends well! I loved Vi, she's just so brutally honest, but so funny. I didn't realise this is book 4 in the series when I started reading. However, it's no problem to read as a standalone. A good, fun, light read.
Thanks to Netgalley, Boldwood Books and Kim Nash for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Lovely sweet romance between idealist Nancy, who iolens her dream bookshop but doesn’t have the business brain needed to control the finances, and Dennis the financial expert but who is poor with dealing with people. This romance, and a return to Driftwood Bay, makes it a perfect read for a wet weekend!

Again Kim Nash has given us a wonderful feel good hug of a book. It was great to be back in Driftwood Bay this time following Nancy whilst living her ultimate dream of owning her own bookshop and getting totally immersed with heartwarming characters you never want to leave. This series of books are just the perfect escapism read which should not be missed at any cost.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in return for an honest review. It truly was an absolute pleasure.

Such a sweet books- what I didn’t realize is that it’s part of a series though it doesn’t matter as much. I think Nancy and Dennis saved each other from themselves!

A lovely romance. Nancy opens her dream bookshop on the Cornish coast. But a dream doesn't always include the expertise to run a business. Enter Dennis a London businessman who knows how to run a business but not how to deal with customers. Can the two come together to get the business going and to maybe find romance themselves?

Nancy uses the inheritance from her aunt to open up her dream bookshop by the beach in Cornish Cove. While she is adorable with her unmoving trust in the universe, her positive attitude, and her dedication to affirmations, she is not that keen on the business side.
Luckily, this is where the realist Dennis steps in, with his pragmatism and financial knowledge.
Kim Nash beautifully captures the magic of small-town life and the bravery of new beginnings.
I was really touched by the life story that Dennis shares. It was really emotional and has hit close to home for me.
The slow-building romance is comforting and I would have loved for it to be a closed doors romance. However, while the book excels in delivering sweetness and charm, the inclusion of a few unexpectedly steamy scenes feels somewhat out of place. These moments, while common in contemporary romance, clash with the book’s otherwise gentle and cute vibe. For a novel that thrives on its light-heartedness and emotional depth, the more explicit content can feel jarring and disrupt the flow. These scenes detract from the overall mood rather than enhance it.

Obsessed with Driftwood Bay and all it's residents.

I've read this series from the beginning and have loved each book more than the last. Nancy and Dennis are too cute and work so well together.

There hasn't been a single book of Kim's I've not enjoyed and I can't wait for my next visit to Driftwood.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

When Nancy’s Aunt Theresa died, she left her an inheritance to help her set up the bookshop she had always wanted to run.

Nancy quite literally bumps in to Dennis, Vi’s grandson, and there is an instant attraction, but Nancy soon finds him quite irritating too!

We follow Nancy as she sets about her launch for the bookshop. With an uneasy pact between her and Dennis, they come up with some amazing ideas for the bookshop.

How I loved being back at the Cornish Cove. The characters are all like family, and I had a massive grin on my face whilst reading this book.

I enjoyed seeing the bookshop flourish under Nancy’s love and care. The community running around to help was wonderful, everyone cares for each other.

I was so happy when Vi (Dennis’s grandmother) made an appearance in this book. Her weird food combinations and outspoken views had me belly laughing.

This is a lighthearted and romantic story, set by the sea. I felt as though I was surrounded by love and warmth when reading this latest book in the series.

My thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review.