Simply brilliantCloser
Deftly done with some bittersweet depth, and an achingly romantic heartStar Magazine
All the warmth and wit we expect from Carole . . . PerfectBella
A perfect summer readSidmouth Herald
A captivating book, vivid descriptions full of twists and turns. A must-readStevenage Comet
A Cottage by the Sea is a warm, romantic tale of love and friendship, loyalty and betrayal. Holidays with friends may never seem the same again!Take a Break
Perfect summer reading. No one does it better than Carole, and this bittersweet story of friendship, marriage and romance is beautifully handled by a writer at the top of her gameRowan Coleman
Matthews is one of the few writers who can rival Marian Keyes' gift for telling heart-warming tales with buckets of charm and laughsDaily Record
Witty, funny and incredibly touching, this is perfect for lifting the spiritsHeat
This book is a complete pleasure to read! A Cottage by the Sea is a brilliant holiday read - one of Carole Matthews' best books to date!Fabulous Magazine