When a bookshop enters the Pollyverse you know it's going to be a small-town, meet cute, bookworm's dream... think book ladders, crammed shelves, piles of books forever, reading lamps and overstuffed curl-up-and-dream chairs. Say hello to The Bookshop in Pretty Beach.

Starting over was never part of Daisy's plan... but neither was working in her eccentric uncle's dusty old maritime chandler building in the heart of Pretty Beach -- let alone turning it into the cosy bookshop she's always dreamed about. With a tight budget, a cast iron work ethic and a past chock full of setbacks, she's more than determined to make it happen.

What she doesn't need? An infuriatingly smug, exceptionally handsome man to get in her way. Daisy knows his type -- men like him don't just spend time in small seaside towns without a motive. Anyway, she doesn't give a stuff because she is NOT looking for love, at least that's what she thinks... little does she know a feel-good meet cute hero is about to sweep her off her feet.

'When Polly does bookshops it doesn't get better... so good you'll want to turn over the closed sign, hide in a bookshelf, and stay the night snuggled up with a quilt.'

? small town
? meet cute
? slow burn
? one bed
? closed door
? comfort reading
? grumpy sunshine
? opposites attract

Feel-good, heartwarmingromancepacked with small town charm, romcom laughs, and slow burn chemistry, throw in a little bit of grumpy sunshine at its finest and top it off with a bookshop of your dreams. Oh yeah. Polly fans are going to eat this up.

A must-read for bookworms and readers of contemporary romance romcoms who love a sassy heroine, a brooding billionaire, and a seaside bookshop you'll wish was real.

Perfect for readers who adore uplifting contemporary romance, sweet small town settings, and the magic of finding love and purpose between the pages of life.

'When Polly Babbington does contemporary romance with a small-town women's fiction twist, I want to be there with a cup of tea, a packet of biscuits and a throw and not come up for air.'

Readers LOVE contemporary romance author Polly Babbington and her Lovely Bay, Pretty Beach and Darling Island series.

'Engaging banter, vividly drawn characters & amazing setting descriptions... this romantic comedy, set on the breathtaking coast, couldn't be put down. A great read for me.' Reviewer, 5*

'If you are looking for laugh-out-loud moments, romcom and escapism, this read is for you.' Reviewer, 5*

'Picturesque, beautiful setting and clean and wholesome stories that make you want to keep reading!' Reviewer 5*

'A divine British setting, lots of friendship and small-town vibes. I read through the night!' Reviewer, 5*

Enjoy a cosy and uplifting visit to Pretty Beach, where the relatable female characters, friendship, community and romance are all part of the joys of small-town life. Add in a sparkly blue sea, a magical coastal setting and an engaging storyline, and you'll be lost in this contemporary romance story by the sea.

Not just a romance book, a Polly Babbington romance book.

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