The Coastal Book Club

by Fiona Baker

213 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 30, 2026

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See also: Romance author Fiona Baker

Reviews

[Judith Levis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eleanor Bradshaw, blindsided by her husband's wish for a divorce, decides to move to a location near water and start a new life. She buys a home that needs lots of "love" and she tries to fix a lot of the problems herself. She then encounters a grumpy man of few words, hardware store owner Garrett Wilder, who helps her with some of the renovations. She also finds herself as part of a group of female friends, Diana, Cadence, Miriam, and June. Starting a book club also unites the women and we get a glance at all of these ladies. I just loved the book and the differences yet connection between the women and Eleanor. I'm really anxious to get into the rest of the series and learn what happens to each of them. The book simply made me very happy ! It's inspirational to see just what one person can do to remedy her life.

[christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Coastal Book Club

This is a perfect read any time. I enjoyed getting to know a little about the characters lives. I think if I was wanting a fresh new start in would be in Magnolia Shores where everyone is friendly and helpful. I can't wait to read the next books adventure takes me. A clean wholesome romance. Enjoy

[Valerie J. Stuart · Rating 3 out of 5]

The story was good enough, but there were way too many typos. There was even an error wherein a wrong character name was used. That's just inexcusable. I'm glad I got this through KU and didn't pay. I already borrowed the next book in the series, so will read that and see if it's gets better. If not, the author needs to find a new editor and beta readers.

[Kathy Dryden · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fantastic start to a new series. After years of marriage, Eleanor is caught off guard at her 20th anniversary dinner, setting her on a path to a fresh life in New England. She buys a fixer-upper, meets new friends, and transforms part of her new home into a bookstore with the help of a local. Memorable characters and a story that resonates in so many ways.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute story about starting over and finding your niche. Eleanor is expecting a nice dinner to celebrate her 20 wedding anniversary to find her husband wants a divorce. Instead of letting that define her, she moves to an ocean town in New England alone and discovers friends and new beginnings. This has a small town feel with characters who feel real.

[Jeanette B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to read & befriend all the characters!
Of course, Books… reading… making a home; all great topics! And, romance. What’s not to like!

[Colleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

New beginnings

Found the book a bit slow at the beginning. The characters soon came to life.the storyline was cosy and reflective.