From Cornwall with Love

Maisie Winters has everything she could ever want, but when her long-time crush returns from a decade abroad, she begins to question if there's one big thing missing in her life.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 08 June 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Warm and escapist fiction from the bestselling author of the Cornish Cream Tea series, 'Stuffed with Cornish sunshine and hope and loveliness, Milly Johnson'

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Sunshine awaits in the beautiful Cornish coastal town of Port Karadow, where a romance and a Cornish cream tea are always on the menu.

There's no place like home. There's no place like Cornwall.

Maisie Winters has everything she could ever want. She lives in the idyllic Cornish town of Port Karadow, has a jammy job in her dad's shop, adores her rescue mutt, and has time to take the landscape photos she loves.

While her best friend and sister left the town to chase big dreams in London and New York, Maisie stayed—she wouldn't leave her favorite place for anything… or anyone.

When her long-time crush, Colm Caffrey, returns from a decade abroad, old feelings start to resurface. Maisie begins to ask herself if there might be one big thing missing after all?

Maisie Winters has it all—a picturesque life in the charming Cornish town of Port Karadow, a fulfilling job in her father's shop, and the time to pursue her passion for landscape photography. However, as her best friend and sister embark on their journeys to pursue their dreams in London and New York, Maisie remains steadfast in her commitment to her beloved hometown.

While some may view her decision as a missed opportunity, Maisie finds solace in the familiarity and comfort of her surroundings. She cherishes the memories she has created in Port Karadow and the close-knit community that surrounds her. Moreover, she is content with her current life, knowing that she has found her place in the world.

As time passes, Maisie's perspective on her life begins to shift. She realizes that while she has been content with her current situation, there is still a sense of longing for something more. She begins to question whether she has missed out on opportunities by staying in Port Karadow, or if there is still a chance for her to pursue her dreams and fulfill her potential.

One day, as Maisie is out taking photos in the nearby countryside, she encounters Colm Caffrey, her long-time crush from her childhood. Colm has returned to Port Karadow after a decade abroad, and he is as charming and charismatic as ever. Maisie is immediately drawn to him, and she finds herself rekindling old feelings that she thought were long gone.

As Maisie spends more time with Colm, she begins to wonder if there is a chance for their relationship to blossom. Colm, too, seems to be drawn to Maisie, and he recognizes the depth of her character and the strength of her commitment to her hometown.

However, their relationship is not without its challenges. Maisie is torn between her loyalty to her hometown and her desire for a more fulfilling life. Colm, on the other hand, is facing his own demons and struggles with his past.

As Maisie navigates the complexities of her relationship with Colm and her own personal growth, she discovers that there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of what it means to find happiness. She learns that happiness is not just about achieving external goals or material possessions, but about finding meaning and purpose in the things that matter most to us.

In the end, Maisie makes a decision that surprises both herself and those around her. She decides to leave Port Karadow and pursue her dreams in London, where she can continue to grow and develop as a person. While she is sad to leave her hometown behind, she is excited about the new opportunities that await her in the city.

As Maisie embarks on her new journey, she carries with her the lessons she has learned in Port Karadow. She knows that happiness is not just about where we are, but about who we are and what we are doing. She is grateful for the experiences she has had in her hometown and the people she has met, and she is confident that she will find happiness wherever she goes.

In conclusion, "Finding Happiness in Port Karadow" is a story about the pursuit of happiness and the importance of staying true to ourselves. It explores the challenges and rewards of staying in one place, as well as the courage it takes to pursue our dreams and leave our comfort zones. Through the character of Maisie Winters, we learn that happiness is not just about achieving external goals, but about finding meaning and purpose in the things that matter most to us.

Weight: 268g
Dimension: 129 x 199 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008503697