Second Chance Summer
By Phillipa Ashley

From the million-copyand Sunday Timesand bestselling author comes a heartwarming story of hope, love and second chances, set on the gorgeous Isles of Scilly. This summer's essential read'and Milly Johnson'This book is like a warm summer breeze'and Kate Rhodes'Delightful'and Veronica Henry____________________From the moment Lily Harper arrives at a remote retreat on the breath-taking Scilly Isles, she is itching to get back to civilisation - and her thriving business.Slowing downand simply isn't in her vocabulary, and so she quickly clashes with the gorgeous but dour Sam who runs the retreat.Just as Lily is about to give up and leave, disaster strikes, and she is involved in an incident that changes her perspective on everything.Lily is no longer sure she wants to return to the life she thought she loved. But will she have the courage to give the retreat, and Sam, a second chance?____________________Readers can't stop reading Second Chance Summer . . .***** 'This book was everything I needed ...and My first read from Phillipa Ashley and I thoroughly enjoyed it, so I'm off to check out her other books!'***** 'This was such a wonderful, easy to read book and perfect for these summer months'***** 'I couldn't turn the page quick enough, the descriptions and details made me feel like I was actually there. Superb from start to finish.'***** 'One of myand favourite readsand this year so far andand perfect for a bit of summer escapism.Absolutely charming.'***** 'Anand absolutely wonderfuland book that I canand recommend wholly.'____________________Praise for Phillipa Ashley: Set amid stunning scenery, this is both uplifting and compelling - the perfect beach read!'and Candis' Read it and feel like you've had a holiday!'and MyWeekly'Phillipa Ashley's books help readers to escape from their everyday lives'and Express andamp; Star A fantastic setting and intriguing premise'and Sue Moorcroft Escapism at its very best, what a book!'and Milly Johnson Filled with warm and likeable characters. Great fun!'and Jill Mansell Sheer joy!'and Katie Fforde Sunshine, secrets and a stunning setting make this the perfect summer read!'and Heidi Swain Gloriously uplifting and unashamedly warm-hearted'and Faith Hogan Full of genuine warmth and quirky characters'and Woman's Own A lovely, summery read full of secrets and hope'and Jo Thomas A blissful story, full of sunshine, secrets and Phillipa's trademark romance'and Cressida McLaughlin An utterly glorious, escapist read from a one of the freshest voices to emerge in women's fiction today'and Claudia Carroll Deliciously entertaining'and Liz FenwickPhillipa Ashley,and Sunday Timesand bestseller, November 2023