The House On Rockaway Beach

Phillipa Ashley's novel "The House on Rockaway Beach" is a gripping tale of family secrets, sibling rivalry, and summer romance set in New York's sizzling urban beach. Sisters Sophie and Celia discover their grandmother has left them her quirky old house on Rockaway Beach, and they must agree on how to handle it. Sophie wants to keep the house, while Celia is determined to sell it. When Sophie makes a shattering discovery, she questions everything she thought she knew about her family and must trust the handsome stranger who seems to take an interest in her.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 13 April 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The House on Rockaway Beach is a captivating novel by Phillipa Ashley that delves into the depths of family secrets, sibling rivalry, and summer romance. Set against the backdrop of New York's bustling urban beach, the story follows the lives of sisters Sophie and Celia, who haven't spoken for years. When their grandmother leaves them her quirky old house on Rockaway Beach, New York, the sisters are forced to confront their past and come to terms with the rift between their mother and grandmother.

As they return to the place that holds so many fond memories, Sophie and Celia find themselves at odds over every decision. Sophie desires to keep the house, while Celia is determined to sell it. However, their disagreements take a turn when Sophie makes a shattering discovery that forces her to question everything she thought she knew about her family.

The novel explores the complexities of memory and the power of secrets to shape our lives. It sheds light on the dynamics between siblings and the impact of parental relationships on our understanding of ourselves. Through the characters of Sophie and Celia, Ashley weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and redemption that will keep readers engaged and guessing until the very end.

The House on Rockaway Beach is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a gripping tale of family secrets, sibling rivalry, and summer romance. Phillipa Ashley's writing is praised for its brilliance, and the novel has received widespread acclaim from critics and readers alike. With its captivating characters, intricate plot, and stunning setting, this novel is sure to transport you to a world of pure escapism and leave you longing for more.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786698919