‘A lovely sunshiney story bursting with wit and joy’ - MILLY JOHNSON‘Has the Bella Osborne hallmark combination of wit wonderful characters and meaningful conflicts … a fantastic read’ - SUE MOORCROFTThe brand-new summery rom com from Bella Osborne full of laughter love and life’s twists and turns! One ambitious businesswoman.One irresponsible heir. A deal that will turn both their lives upside down… To grow her craft business Nancy is in desperate need of two things: help and money. So when a potential investor she’s looking to impress recommends an assistant she jumps at the chance to secure both.Freddy Astley-Davenport is a notorious playboy with zero work experience. He’s poised to inherit his family’s estate in sunny Seashell Bay - but only if he can hold down a job for six months first. His plan is to take the assistant role in name only then do the least work he possibly can.Nancy has other ideas though and the pair butt heads from day one. However as they argue sparks begin to fly and they soon discover exactly why opposites attract…An absolutely escapist funny feel-good summer romance. Fans of Cathy Bramley Katie Fforde and Milly Johnson will adore Bella Osborne.Everyone is loving Bella Osborne!:‘A lovely sunshiney story bursting with wit and joy’ bestselling author Milly Johnson ?????‘(Bella) never fails to provide a fantastic read’ Sue Moorcroft ?????‘Sparkling and laugh out loud’ Phillipa Ashley ?????‘Another gorgeous page turner of a story’ Jules Wake ?????‘The summer invite you need to accept … a funny warm and gloriously uplifting romance’ Cressida McLaughlin ?????‘Pure joyous escapism bursting with sunshine! An absolute delight to read!’ Christie Barlow ?????‘A gorgeous feel-good summer read… absolutely adored my trip to Seashell Bay’ Kim Nash ?????‘Packed full of love and laughter this fun and funny read is Bella Osborne at her best’ Sarah Bennett ?????‘Sparkling with warmth and wit… An Invitation to Seashell Bay is the perfect escapist summer read’ Cathy Lake ?????‘Funny charming with a wonderful heroine’ Susan Mallery ?????‘A contemporary romance novel perfect to pack in your suitcase’My Weekly ?????Bella Osborne's new romantic comedy is a testament to friendship and love set against the vibrant holiday atmosphere of Seashell Bay. This latest fiction is a must-read topping the charts with its heartwarming narrative.For fans of Cathy Bramley (Merrily Ever After) Heidi Swain (That Festive Feeling) Beth Rain (Christmas on Crumcarey) Jessica Redland (A Breath of Fresh Air) and Alison Sherlock (Sunrise Over Strawberry Hill Farm).HarperCollins 2023
