Book Review: The Cornish Cottage by the Sea by Kim Nash

I’m so happy to be welcoming Kim Nash back to Novel Kicks and the blog tour for her latest book, The Cornish Cottage by the Sea.

A new start by the sea…

For Jo Jenkins, life has always been about putting others first. But with her children grown and her ex-husband as rotten as ever, she knows it’s time to put herself at the heart of the story. So, when she inherits a beautiful beachside cottage in Cornwall, she grabs the chance to start over.

The crumbling old cottage needs a little love, but so does Jo. And with the help of her new friends – a kind-hearted jeweller, a no-nonsense businesswoman, and a local Jack of all trades with a past of his own – Jo begins to rebuild more than just bricks and mortar.

But tucked away inside the cottage is a secret that could change everything. As the waves roll in and the sea air clears her mind, Jo must decide if she’s ready to let go of the past. Will she finally learn to embrace the life she truly deserves?

*****

After her husband leaves her for her best friend, Jo Jenkins doesn’t know what to do with her life. When she is left a house in her Aunt-in-law’s will, she makes the decision to start a new life in Cornwall. However, it’s not all plain sailing and she is about to discover things that will change her life forever. 

Anyone who has followed this blog for a while will know that any chance I have to join a blog tour for a Kim Nash novel, I jump at it. This was no exception. 

Jo has the opportunity to do what many of us would like to do. Despite some hiccups along the way, she has a positivity and shine to her that’s contagious. Along with new friends, Emma and Michelle, a group is formed that has the power to take on the world. 

The other supporting characters are wonderful and Sandpiper Shore is somewhere I want to visit. Seamus, Tessa – Jo’s mother -all are brilliant. Michael, Lucy, Melissa and Claudia… jury is still out. Haha. 

The plot moves well and has a warm and embracing feel to it. There are some surprises (not going to give things away), and I got very engrossed in Jo’s story very quickly. There were some laugh out loud moments as well as some heart-wrenching ones. There is a romantic element to this book for sure but for me, the main theme was seeing a character get her power back. I have grown very fond of these people and hope to catch up with them again. 

The Cornish Cottage by the Sea is beautiful, empowering story of a woman grabbing her second chance at life, reminding us that it’s never too late to be happy. All you have to do is have the courage to do so. 

About Kim Nash –

Kim Nash is an author of uplifting, romantic, feel-good fiction, having wanted to write books since she was a little girl. She works as both Digital Publicity Director for publisher Bookouture. She lives in Staffordshire with her son Ollie and English Setter rescue dog Roni. When she’s not working or writing,

Kim can be found walking her dog and reading, as well as running a book club in Staffordshire and organising local and national reader/author events.

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The Cornish Cottage by the Sea is the first novel in the Sandpiper Shores series and was released by Boldwood Books on 10th may 2025. Click to buy on Amazon, Kobo and Waterstones. 

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Laura

I'm Laura. I started Novel Kicks back in 2009 as I wanted a place to discuss books and writing - two loves of my life. As someone who has anxiety, these two things give me, and I am sure countless others, a much needed escape.
There is a monthly book club, writing exercises, prompts, reviews, author interviews, competitions and guest posts. I cover many genres and I hope there is something for everyone.
I grew up by the sea in Dorset and currently live in Poole with my husband, Chris and three cats. I love writing and have a BA (Hons) in Creative Writing from Falmouth University. I am writing my first book. If only I could stop pressing delete. Chris has threatened to stop it from working. Haha.
I have always loved creative writing since I was in first school and would very much like to meet my teacher, Miss Sayers, to say thank you for all the encouragement she gave me then.
When not writing, I love reading, cats, Disney, singing (I can't sing but this doesn't stop me,) and falling into a good TV show or film. If I could step into any fictional world, it would be amongst the characters in ABC's Once Upon a Time.
I love reading many genres and discovering new authors.