The new book from the bestselling author of Summer at Buttercup Beach. Escape to Sandcastle Bay, where you'll discover a charming little seaside village brimming with heart-warming friendships, quirky characters and plenty of sunshine. The perfect place to fall in love this summer... Tori Graham is in need of a holiday. Trying to piece her heart back together after losing the love of her life, she escapes to Blossom Cottage, with its picturesque views of the sea. And plans to spend the summer in gorgeous Sandcastle Bay, where her best friend Melody Rosewood lives. Tori's not expecting her summer by the beach to be eventful, until she meets handsome and mysterious Aidan Jackson... Aidan looks after the holiday cottage Tori is staying in. Healing from past hurts, he wants to avoid any further chance of heartache. But could this newcomer be the breath of fresh air he needs? Finding herself embracing life in the coastal community, Tori starts to fall in love with Sandcastle Bay and its welcoming cast of residents. But that's not all she begins to fall for, as Tori is swept away by Aidan's genuine heart and mischievous sense of humour. The attraction between them is undeniable, but will a simple holiday romance be enough? As Tori's stay in Sandcastle Bay comes to an end she has a tough decision to make.... Has her heart found a new place to call home? A joyously romantic summer read that will make you laugh, cry and fall in love. If you enjoy reading Sarah Morgan, Jenny Oliver and Lucy Diamond this book is for you. Read what everyone's saying about The Holiday Cottage by the Sea: 'I honestly could not have loved this book more... I loved every single page... gripping... absolutely hooked from the first page... you never want to put the book down!... stunningly written... Another brilliant novel by Holly Martin... go and pick up a copy now!!' The Cosiest Corner, 5 stars 'I was taken on a rollercoaster of emotions... Holly's writing is just absolute pure genius! I could not tear myself away from this book!... I was literally stuck to the story like glue!... Her books leave me feeling all warm and happy inside... I would 100% recommend this book!... this book deserves a 10 star review!! If you buy any book this year, make it this one!!' Stardust Book Reviews, 5 stars 'Holly has done it yet again... another outstanding story... wonderful, funny and so very heartfelt... My heart has well and truly melted with this delightful story... truly magical... I fell in love with the whole story' Goodreads reviewer, 5 star