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Pretty Beach #2
Summer Weddings at Pretty Beach
The delightfully romantic story continues with Summer weddings, new friendships and romance in Pretty Beach… delve back into the next part of this cosy little town by the sea, guaranteed to brighten your day and leave you pondering a new life on the coast.
Who doesn't love a good wedding, or indeed more than one? Throw in an utterly gorgeous setting, a plethora of heart-warming characters and a dash of intrigue to curl up on the sofa with and dream.
Perfect for those who love funny romantic books. *Please note* This is the sequel to The Boat House Pretty Beach & number 2 in the trilogy, though it can be read as a stand alone the story starts in book one. .
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When dreams really do come true…
Get ready to fall in love with Pretty Beach all over again this summer, where the sweeping, sparkly blue beach town surrounded by water, overlooked by a quaint old lighthouse and filled with wonderful characters welcomes us into its fold once again.
We catch up with Sallie Broadchurch who followed her heart to a new life, new friends and an old house by the sea. She didn’t think it could get much better… until she met Ben Chalmers, the dashing pilot who just so happened to live next door and her life took an unexpected turn she hadn’t seen coming.
We follow the next part of her journey as she settles into her new world with a beautiful old orangery, the bonniest baby in Pretty Beach, a society wedding and it seems as if her dream life really has come true.
But not everything is as simple as it seems and when Sallie starts receiving unwanted messages she realises not quite everyone is as happy as she is and Pretty Beach begins to take on a whole new look.
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If you love to curl up on the sofa, or on the beach with a good summer read, you’ll love the wonderful world of PRETTY BEACH.
Chock full of strong female characters, that delicious small-town cosy feel and dreams of moving to a new life by the sea. Throw into this romantic comedy a gorgeous old beach house, warm and uplifting friendships and a sparkling blue sea topped with golden sunshine and you’ll be whisked away to a fabulous new place this Summer.
Who doesn't love a good wedding, or indeed more than one? Throw in an utterly gorgeous setting, a plethora of heart-warming characters and a dash of intrigue to curl up on the sofa with and dream.
Perfect for those who love funny romantic books. *Please note* This is the sequel to The Boat House Pretty Beach & number 2 in the trilogy, though it can be read as a stand alone the story starts in book one. .
♥♥♥
When dreams really do come true…
Get ready to fall in love with Pretty Beach all over again this summer, where the sweeping, sparkly blue beach town surrounded by water, overlooked by a quaint old lighthouse and filled with wonderful characters welcomes us into its fold once again.
We catch up with Sallie Broadchurch who followed her heart to a new life, new friends and an old house by the sea. She didn’t think it could get much better… until she met Ben Chalmers, the dashing pilot who just so happened to live next door and her life took an unexpected turn she hadn’t seen coming.
We follow the next part of her journey as she settles into her new world with a beautiful old orangery, the bonniest baby in Pretty Beach, a society wedding and it seems as if her dream life really has come true.
But not everything is as simple as it seems and when Sallie starts receiving unwanted messages she realises not quite everyone is as happy as she is and Pretty Beach begins to take on a whole new look.
♥♥♥
If you love to curl up on the sofa, or on the beach with a good summer read, you’ll love the wonderful world of PRETTY BEACH.
Chock full of strong female characters, that delicious small-town cosy feel and dreams of moving to a new life by the sea. Throw into this romantic comedy a gorgeous old beach house, warm and uplifting friendships and a sparkling blue sea topped with golden sunshine and you’ll be whisked away to a fabulous new place this Summer.
227 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 11, 2020
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November 8, 2020
Love the story
I loved the first book in the series and would definitely give it 5 stars. This book has the same great characters and I love reading about Sallie and her life in Pretty Beach but I think this story was badly edited. I had to go back a few times thinking I had missed something. Doesn't have the flow of the first book. I will be reading the rest of the series though. Hope they aren't the same.
I loved the first book in the series and would definitely give it 5 stars. This book has the same great characters and I love reading about Sallie and her life in Pretty Beach but I think this story was badly edited. I had to go back a few times thinking I had missed something. Doesn't have the flow of the first book. I will be reading the rest of the series though. Hope they aren't the same.
January 5, 2021
Enterprising Sallie expands her business in this second story of the series set in Pretty Beach, an idyllic place to live where the people show their care in practical ways. Sallie has risen to the challenge yet again and is constantly looking for ways to increase her income and her independence. She is now in a relationship with Ben Chalmers, the handsome pilot who lives next door. Yummy character. A fun read with lots of home improvement tips for those interested... A well written, easy to read, lovable series by Kat Cantrell.
March 5, 2021
Fabulous read, get lost in pretty beach!
I have to say that I love this series and have even been dreaming about Pretty Beach! I certainly wish I lived there.
The characters are very real, I have lovely friends but would love to add the Pretty Beach residents to my friends. I love 'the pretty beach way' how everyone helps each other out. These books have been like reading and catching up with my family.
Excellent!
I have to say that I love this series and have even been dreaming about Pretty Beach! I certainly wish I lived there.
The characters are very real, I have lovely friends but would love to add the Pretty Beach residents to my friends. I love 'the pretty beach way' how everyone helps each other out. These books have been like reading and catching up with my family.
Excellent!
May 15, 2021
I read this as a follow on from the first one in the series.
I liked this book, but not as much as the first one.
I feel like the romance is very overshadowed by the ‘secret’.
So it’s hard to root for the couple and beleaguered be in the romance as you question the relationship.
Yet, this is a main part of what the book is based on.
This might not make sense, I realise. But I don’t want to give any spoilers.
I will read the next in the series and see how I go.
I liked this book, but not as much as the first one.
I feel like the romance is very overshadowed by the ‘secret’.
So it’s hard to root for the couple and beleaguered be in the romance as you question the relationship.
Yet, this is a main part of what the book is based on.
This might not make sense, I realise. But I don’t want to give any spoilers.
I will read the next in the series and see how I go.
April 27, 2024
Easy read and nice story
I enjoyed this book but as the second in the series, some things are beginning to be annoying. Why the main characters need to have their surnames included most of the time is unnecessary. There are several major holes in the story too, a plot builds and then disappears which is odd. Overall though, a nice story with lots of renovation detail and good characters means I’ll be continuing with the series.
I enjoyed this book but as the second in the series, some things are beginning to be annoying. Why the main characters need to have their surnames included most of the time is unnecessary. There are several major holes in the story too, a plot builds and then disappears which is odd. Overall though, a nice story with lots of renovation detail and good characters means I’ll be continuing with the series.
January 9, 2021
Wedding x2
It's finally here, Sallie and Ben are getting married, the weddings are all sorted and on track. 2 cottages with an orangery come up for sale and Sallie just has to have them they are just perfect. Baby teething for Nina, an accident with boiling oil for Sallie and who throws stones? Lovely second installment.
It's finally here, Sallie and Ben are getting married, the weddings are all sorted and on track. 2 cottages with an orangery come up for sale and Sallie just has to have them they are just perfect. Baby teething for Nina, an accident with boiling oil for Sallie and who throws stones? Lovely second installment.
January 28, 2021
A great sequel..
Book 2 in the series and I'm even more in love with pretty beach! This continues on from Ben and Sallie getting together in book 1 and it's the perfect sequel. There is enough intriguing points to keep you reading right to the end and I finished the book before I knew it.
Book 2 in the series and I'm even more in love with pretty beach! This continues on from Ben and Sallie getting together in book 1 and it's the perfect sequel. There is enough intriguing points to keep you reading right to the end and I finished the book before I knew it.
February 7, 2021
A fantastic read.
I am really enjoying the series of Pretty Beach books.
I really enjoy learning more about the characters as they develop and also the amazing friendships being built. I think Pretty Beach would be an amazing place to live with all the locals only but also the way everyone looks out and supports each other. Can't wait to start the next book.
I am really enjoying the series of Pretty Beach books.
I really enjoy learning more about the characters as they develop and also the amazing friendships being built. I think Pretty Beach would be an amazing place to live with all the locals only but also the way everyone looks out and supports each other. Can't wait to start the next book.
June 2, 2022
Could not get on with this story at all, it felt like it dawdled over mundane stuff and skipped the drama and just ... Mentioned it in passing?
And the ending was abrupt with 2 storylines unresolved. I don't think I'll be carrying on with the series unfortunately.
The Darling Island books by the author are much better for me.
And the ending was abrupt with 2 storylines unresolved. I don't think I'll be carrying on with the series unfortunately.
The Darling Island books by the author are much better for me.
August 20, 2025
I read this book many years ago and remembered how it made me feel, just a joy to read. I ended up listening to it via alexa on kindle as I like audible books. I wish I could get them on audible as alexa sounds a little robotic. Il be gutted when I've read/listened to them all, truly fabulous book that i just got lost in.
December 18, 2025
Summer Weddings at Pretty Bech: Contemporary Romance. Polly Babbington x
I really enjoyed reading this book about Pretty Beach. How I wish I could find somewhere so perfect to live. The storyline about Sallie’s and Ben was so romantic and everything turned out so well. I am going to find the next book in the series now, back to Summer Beach. x
I really enjoyed reading this book about Pretty Beach. How I wish I could find somewhere so perfect to live. The storyline about Sallie’s and Ben was so romantic and everything turned out so well. I am going to find the next book in the series now, back to Summer Beach. x
September 16, 2020
Couldn’t put it down
Absolutely brilliant. Even better than the first book, I am now starting book 3. The family of mine will have to fend for themselves for a couple of hours of escapism just for me!
Absolutely brilliant. Even better than the first book, I am now starting book 3. The family of mine will have to fend for themselves for a couple of hours of escapism just for me!
October 30, 2020
I loved visiting pretty beach again and feeling like I was apart of the community. I honestly love all the characters and was constantly smiling reading this book. I can't wait to start book 3. Such a positive, beautiful read
February 21, 2021
Wonderful
A wonderful book full of friendship, love and a wonderful life by the sea. You can almost feel yourself being drawn into the lives of the characters, the author really writes superb books. I’m off to read book 3 👍
A wonderful book full of friendship, love and a wonderful life by the sea. You can almost feel yourself being drawn into the lives of the characters, the author really writes superb books. I’m off to read book 3 👍
November 16, 2021
Another good book in the series.
Another good one by Polly. I struggled sometimes as the story seemed to jump onto the next part before wrapping up the previous part but I made it to the end and hopefully will get some questions answered in the next book in the series.
Another good one by Polly. I struggled sometimes as the story seemed to jump onto the next part before wrapping up the previous part but I made it to the end and hopefully will get some questions answered in the next book in the series.
August 21, 2020
Another great read, looking forward to the next one TY Polly.
August 22, 2020
Another great story from Pretty Beach, and I loved learning more about Sallie and her friends, including the wonderful Nina.
Looking forward to reading the next instalment.
Looking forward to reading the next instalment.
August 28, 2020
I love this series
Total escapism, love this series and Sallie & Ben. Would love to know more about some of the other villagers as well xxx
Total escapism, love this series and Sallie & Ben. Would love to know more about some of the other villagers as well xxx
November 3, 2020
Amazing
Really good loved this book very easy to read I am enjoying reading the series and can’t wait for the next book
Really good loved this book very easy to read I am enjoying reading the series and can’t wait for the next book
February 18, 2021
Great read
Loved this series of books ,the characters come to life in this pretty beach setting ,well worth a read x
Loved this series of books ,the characters come to life in this pretty beach setting ,well worth a read x
March 25, 2021
Loving this series, looking forward to more
May 6, 2021
Brilliant
The perfect sequel .Every bit as good as the first book. It was great to see the old characters appearing again. Can't wait to read the next one.
The perfect sequel .Every bit as good as the first book. It was great to see the old characters appearing again. Can't wait to read the next one.
June 1, 2021
My 2nd Pretty Beach book
Just about to order No. 3! Just really nice and easy reading, I can imagine living in Pretty Beach. A few loose ends need tying up.
Just about to order No. 3! Just really nice and easy reading, I can imagine living in Pretty Beach. A few loose ends need tying up.
June 15, 2021
A ery 👍 light read
The secof book by the same author, finished too soon. Would haave liked a cole more chapters to round it off
The secof book by the same author, finished too soon. Would haave liked a cole more chapters to round it off
July 30, 2021
Loved this book. The details and descriptions create real pictures of characters and scenes. Love the story lines. Great Read!
December 20, 2021
Brilliant continuing adventures of pretty bay!
April 14, 2022
Story a bit flat. Definitely a pretend world
May 21, 2022
A wonderful story
I thoroughly enjoyed reading more about Sallie and Ben and of course the other residents of Pretty Beach, I cannot wait to read the next chapter of their lives
I thoroughly enjoyed reading more about Sallie and Ben and of course the other residents of Pretty Beach, I cannot wait to read the next chapter of their lives
August 14, 2022
brilliant read
Very good story with a few twists thrown in. Would absolutely recommend the whole series can’t wait for the next instalment
Very good story with a few twists thrown in. Would absolutely recommend the whole series can’t wait for the next instalment
October 27, 2022
Summer Weddings at Pretty Beach:
A lovely story, so well written with lots of twists and turns, I absolutely loved it, looking forward to book 3.
A lovely story, so well written with lots of twists and turns, I absolutely loved it, looking forward to book 3.
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