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Wish Upon a Cornish Moon

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Wish Upon a Cornish Moon by Amanda James is set in a quaint Cornish village where mysterious occurrences have locals intrigued. As fantasy blends with reality, a protagonist discovers unexpected magic that intertwines with the everyday lives of the villagers, challenging their beliefs and dreams. The story weaves through thrilling twists, offering a journey of enchantment and self-discovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by the blend of fantasy and romance set against the enchanting backdrop of Cornwall. It offers a captivating mix of magic, adventure, and emotional depth, appealing to those who appreciate stories where mystical elements intertwine with heartfelt human experiences.

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‘My eyes are full of tears and my heart is bursting with overflowing joy! What a beautiful, delightful, original plot!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I can see you don’t believe me, girl, but I’m telling you that there’s magic in the moon and that big sea out there.’

A spellbinding romantic escape to Cornwall for summer 2025!

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‘My eyes are full of tears and my heart is bursting with overflowing joy! What a beautiful, delightful, original plot!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I can see you don’t believe me, girl, but I’m telling you that there’s magic in the moon and that big sea out there.’

1938
One midnight in June, 15-year-old Lamorna Williams throws a message in a bottle into the Atlantic at Magic Cove, hoping to meet her one true love – and someone writes back.

1997
On the other side of the world, Lamorna tells her story to her 16-year-old great nephew Ethan, inspiring him to do the same. But this time, his message isn’t found for over twenty years…

Present day
Single mum, Merrin Pascoe, is told of the legend of Magic Cove. In a moment of madness, Merrin wishes on the moon, and next day she finds a bottle in the sea. Will the cove cast its spell once again?

Readers love Wish Upon a Cornish Moon:

‘This story broke my heart in places and then pieced it back together again and made me laugh and cry in equal measure’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Loved the magical feeling that I got from this book…the perfect beach read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This story was magical, what a beautiful ending!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘You could feel as though you’re on the beach with the sand beneath your feet and breeze in your hair’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Oh, what a beautiful story!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Beautifully written, with characters you root for and glorious descriptions of the Cornish coastline’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I loved every minute reading this extraordinary story’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Wish Upon a Cornish Moon is praised as a romantic, heartwarming, and humorous tale that feels cosy, poignant, and uplifting. The characters are described as delightful and memorable, with a storyline that combines magic and emotional depth, making it an absorbing and enjoyable read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008605766

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: One More Chapter

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Amanda James has written since she was a child and even asked her parents for a typewriter for Christmas. She never imagined her words would ever be published. In 2010 the dream of becoming a writer came true when she had her first short story published. Originally from Sheffield, Amanda now lives in Cornwall and is inspired every day by the wild and beautiful coastline. She can usually be found playing on the beach with her family, or walking the cliff paths planning her next book.

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