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The Lighthouse Bookshop

the contemporary romance of the summer
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The Lighthouse Bookshop by Sharon Gosling unfolds in a picturesque coastal town, where the lives of its residents intertwine around a charming bookshop. The story weaves elements of past and present discoveries, friendships, and the bonds that books help create. A tale of community, revelation, and the healing power of literature, it invites readers into a world where every turn of the page brings new surprises.
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You might enjoy this book if you love heartwarming tales set in quirky, small-town settings with a touch of mystery and community spirit. It offers a charming exploration of self-discovery and friendship against the backdrop of a quaint bookshop by the sea, making it ideal for anyone who appreciates character-driven stories filled with warmth and hope.

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The Lighthouse Bookshop

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At the heart of a tiny community in a remote village just inland from the Aberdeenshire coast stands an unexpected lighthouse. Built two centuries ago by an eccentric landowner, it has become home to the only bookshop for miles around.

Rachel is an incomer to the village. She arrived five years ago and found a place she could call home. So when the owner of the Lighthouse Bookshop dies suddenly, she steps in to take care of the place, trying to help it survive the next stage of its life.

But when she discovers a secret in the lighthouse, long kept hidden, she realises there is more to the history of the place than she could ever imagine. Can she uncover the truth about the lighthouse’s first owner? And can she protect the secret history of the place?

Praise for Sharon Gosling's first novel, The House Beneath the Cliffs:

β€˜A wonderfully wise and beautifully written story about finding the courage to start over … I loved it!’ Isabelle Broom

'A compelling read with a dramatic sense of place and a caring community at its heart' Heidi Swain, author of A Taste of Home

β€˜A gorgeously remote and romantic great escape, brimming with foodie passion, friendship and heart’ Laura Kemp, author of A Year of Surprising Acts of Kindness

'A magical story set in Scotland...An inspiring book of second chances' Woman's Own

'A story to make you long to visit our glorious coastlines' Prima

'With a romance that gently simmers, a plot that flows as fast as the North Sea tides, and some gentle reminders of the need to protect our oceans, The House Beneath the Cliffs provides the perfect holiday getaway' Lancashire Post

'Thrilling & romantic' The People's Friend

β€˜An inspiring book of second chances' Woman

'Packed full of warmth' Cumbria Life

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The Lighthouse Bookshop by Sharon Gosling is praised for its warm, romantic mystery and beautiful structure. The book skilfully weaves themes such as home, homelessness, love, loss, art, and history into its narrative. Sharp, believable dialogue and an intriguing mystery surrounding the lighthouse's history are highlighted, contributing to an atmospheric story.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471198694

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Simon & Schuster Ltd

Illustration: N-A

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Sharon started her career as an entertainment journalist, writing non-fiction books about film and television. She is also the author of multiple children’s books. Sharon and her husband live in a small village in northern Cumbria. She can be found on Twitter @sharongosling.

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