The Bookshop by the Beach

By: J C Williams

Narrated by: Melissa Thom

Libby Tebbit had absolutely had her fill of big-city life.

So, when presented with the opportunity to take over her gran’s shop, The Bookshop by the Beach, she’d have been crazy to turn it down, right?

Idyllic notions of lazy days by the ocean shore, shooing away the surplus eligible bachelors circling around her like squawking gulls, filled her head. These things were certain to await her, she felt confident, in this next glorious chapter of her life - this wonderful seaside adventure on the Isle of Man.

Only her business acumen was about as useless as her choice in men. Still, nothing ventured nothing gained. And, besides, what’s the worst that could happen?

Well, quite a lot as she’d soon discover. In a relatively short amount of time, a business that’d operated fairly successfully for 40 years was on its knees - and, sadly, Libby’s dance card was also emptier than her bank account.

She wasn’t ready to let go of her dream so easily. Not just yet. All she needed, then, was a plan to turn around the ailing fortunes of The Bookshop by the Beach, and fast!

The feel-good romantic-comedy listen for the summer. If you enjoy Sophie Kinsella or JoJo Moyes, then you'll adore this book.

©2020 J C Williams (P)2020 J C Williams

Lighthearted, Cozy, Laugh Out Loud Fun

The Bookshop by the Beach by J.C. Williams was such a fun and refreshing listen. I found myself genuinely laughing out loud more than a few times; the humor and timing are just that good. Yes, the story is a little predictable, but in the best, most comforting way. The voice acting really brought the characters to life, and the lighthearted tone made it perfect for unwinding during a stressful holiday season.

Highly recommend if you’re looking for something that feels both cozy and entertaining!

Inane ramble

So stupid I had to delete halfway through. I kept thinking it would get better however it got worse.