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The Guest House by the Sea

A heartwarming Irish novel to curl up with from the kindle #1 bestselling author in 2024
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The Guest House by the Sea by Faith Hogan is set in a charming coastal village. It follows a cast of characters seeking solace and new beginnings at a welcoming guest house. Amid the tides of change and personal transformation, the guests find unexpected connections and a renewed sense of belonging.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartwarming stories set in picturesque locations, where characters seek solace and healing from life's challenges. Here, a guest house by the sea becomes a refuge for those looking to reconnect with themselves and find new beginnings. If you enjoy tales of friendship, renewal, and the healing power of nature, this might just be the perfect read for you.

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The Guest House by the Sea

Escape to the West Coast of Ireland, to the fictional village of Ballycove, where the guests at Esme's guest house might come for the scenic views, but they'll leave with the second chance they didn't know they needed.

In her latest novel, Faith Hogan sweeps readers to the West Coast of Ireland, in her beloved fictional village of Ballycove, where the guests at Esme's guest house might come for the scenic views, but they'll leave with the second chance they didn't know they needed. A gorgeous and uplifting novel, for fans of Sheila O'Flannagan and Cathy Kelly.

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People come to the guest house for fresh air and views across the Atlantic. But if they're lucky, they might just leave with the second chance they didn't know they needed...

Esme has run the guest house for as long as anyone in Ballycove can remember. But in her declining years, her sight is failing, and when she has a fall on the eve of the summer season, she is forced to take a back seat for the first time in her life.

From her chair in the entry hall, not much passes Esme by. There's Cora, the wife visiting indefinitely... without her husband; Niamh, the city professional with a life-changing decision to make; and Phyllie, the grandmother whose family is slipping away from her.

Esme's guests provide the colour that helps her keep her grip on the world. All of them have something they want to escape – or to hold on to. But can Esme help them find their way before the summer is over?

From bestselling Irish writer Faith Hogan comes a new, uplifting story about discovering love, friendship and the healing power of the Irish sea air. It will charm fans of Sheila O'Flanagan, Heidi Swain and Susanne O'Leary.

The Guest House by the Sea is an enchanting story that will take you on an emotional journey.

'Once again Faith pulls you into her world instantly and never lets you go, with such an incredibly real cast of characters who you feel actually exist. A life-affirming and unputdownable read.' Trisha Ashley

'What a delight this book is. A gorgeous cast of characters, the perfect seaside setting and Faith Hogan’s wonderful talent for dialogue all come together to make this a lovely feel-good story with an ending that will cheer your heart.' Imogen Clark

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The Guest House by the Sea by Faith Hogan receives praise for its enchanting and heartwarming storytelling, featuring strong character development and a charming Irish seaside setting. Reviewers highlight the book’s themes of self-discovery, friendship, and family bonds, with the guest house acting as a place of healing and growth for its characters. It is described as an ideal holiday read with its cozy, uplifting narrative.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781803282541

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Aria

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 148.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 416

About the Author

Faith lives in the west of Ireland with her husband, four children and two very fussy cats. She has an Hons Degree in English Literature and Psychology, has worked as a fashion model and in the intellectual disability and mental health sector.

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