- Hardcover: 416 pages
- Publisher: ISIS Large Print Books; Large type edition edition (1 May 2010)
- ISBN-10: 0753186225
- ISBN-13: 978-0753186220
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Beachcombing introduces us to Jillian Hunter - an independent middle aged woman who has been through divorce, raised two sons by herself, runs her own small business, and has restored a cottage on the beach. During a trip to London, she finds herself face to face with an old flame, and finds herself falling in love all over again.
Jill's life starts to change as she grabs hold of the past, and enters a new romance. Is she willing to give up her life and her friends for Colin, and has the past blinkered her to what's really going on?
At the beginning of the book there is a little jumping around, as Maggie introduces us to Jill, and also her history with Colin, but things soon settle down. Jill's character is just adorable, and the sort of person I'd like to have as a friend - but she's also flawed, especially as she finds herself blinded by love.
In fact, all of Maggie's female characters are well written - some are likeable, others not so much.. but all are people you could imagine bumping into, or finding in your life.
The various settings are also well written. Maggie takes us to London, Cornwall and Connecticut, and the little cottage on the beach sounds absolutely ideallic, from the picnics on the beach, to the heavy snow storms! I could almost pack myself up, and move there myself!
Stepping away from chick-lit, and into the more satisfying world of women's fiction, Beachcombing is a funny, warm story for ladies of all ages. Fans of Linda Gillard should also enjoy Maggie's style, and I look forward to her next offering.
Jill's life starts to change as she grabs hold of the past, and enters a new romance. Is she willing to give up her life and her friends for Colin, and has the past blinkered her to what's really going on?
At the beginning of the book there is a little jumping around, as Maggie introduces us to Jill, and also her history with Colin, but things soon settle down. Jill's character is just adorable, and the sort of person I'd like to have as a friend - but she's also flawed, especially as she finds herself blinded by love.
In fact, all of Maggie's female characters are well written - some are likeable, others not so much.. but all are people you could imagine bumping into, or finding in your life.
The various settings are also well written. Maggie takes us to London, Cornwall and Connecticut, and the little cottage on the beach sounds absolutely ideallic, from the picnics on the beach, to the heavy snow storms! I could almost pack myself up, and move there myself!
Stepping away from chick-lit, and into the more satisfying world of women's fiction, Beachcombing is a funny, warm story for ladies of all ages. Fans of Linda Gillard should also enjoy Maggie's style, and I look forward to her next offering.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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A refreshing, feel-good love story that has everything - a funny and resourceful heroine, a gorgeous, unpredictable hero, a New England beach setting, drama, comedy, even pathos. BEACHCOMBING is a literate beach read that completely avoids blandness and finishes with one of the best last pages I've read in a long time. Oh, and the heroine is in her 50s. Hooray!!!
If you enjoyed Joanne Harris' COASTLINERS or Anne Rivers Siddons' UP ISLAND, you'll love BEACHCOMBING. This is Maggie Dana's first novel and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
If you enjoyed Joanne Harris' COASTLINERS or Anne Rivers Siddons' UP ISLAND, you'll love BEACHCOMBING. This is Maggie Dana's first novel and I can't wait to see what she comes up with next.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Well - no housework done for several days - what a super novel - one of the best reads I have had for ages. From start to finish there is always something happening. Dont hesitate to buy this novel - you will feel sad when u have finished it. To the Author many thanks for a lovely read. Enjoy this book.
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As intricate as a piece of fine needlework
Beautifully written prose that tells a story both poignant and very funny. Definitely one to pack for a holiday; even the cover puts you in the mood! Read more
Published on 26 July 2009 by E. A. Graham
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If I could pick my next door neighbour it would be Jillian Hunter. She was the sort of person who could keep a secret and who could also help you unblock your kitchen sink! Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2009 by Mrs. C. Colbert
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This book by Maggie Dana has quotes from the authors Elizabeth Buchan ("A sparkling attractive novel) and Katie Fforde on the front cover ("A wonderfully uplifting story about a... Read more
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