Sandy Cove Series by Susanne O'Leary

A charming and feel-good story about secrets, fresh starts and the power of friendship, set in the wilds of Ireland’s shores. Maeve McKenna is under doctor’s orders. Having worked herself into the ground as a sought-after interior designer in London, she’s in need of some serious TLC. After running away from home to escape a broken heart, it’s time to face up to her past... Philomena Duffy is a little lonely... moreA charming and feel-good story about secrets, fresh starts and the power of friendship, set in the wilds of Ireland’s shores. Maeve McKenna is under doctor’s orders. Having worked herself into the ground as a sought-after interior designer in London, she’s in need of some serious TLC. After running away from home to escape a broken heart, it’s time to face up to her past... Philomena Duffy is a little lonely. After losing her husband, their crumbling mansion, Willow House, feels awfully empty. In desperate need of a time-out, Maeve visits her aunt Philomena in Sandy Cove, where she once, as a teenager, kissed a wild, mysterious boy – a kiss she has never been able to forget. On the rugged western shore of Ireland, where the night’s sky is dotted with stars as far as the eye can see, Maeve is world’s away from her chaotic life in the city. The fresh sea breeze and a blossoming friendship with her aunt is just the remedy – even if the old house is falling down around them. But as Maeve loses her heart to Sandy Cove, throwing herself into restoring Willow House back to its former glory and uncovering its secrets, reality calls. Can she bear to leave this beautiful place behind, just when she’s starting to piece together her heart? Fans of Sheila O’Flanagan, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice Monroe will fall head over heels for this stunning read. Readers absolutely love Susanne O’Leary: ‘ I totally and utterly flipping well loved this book!... I was addicted... I binge read it over a couple of days.' Ginger Book Geek , 5 stars ‘I enjoyed every page… It was just the escape I needed . I loved it… Thank you, Susanne, for my little armchair escape! ’ Escape with a Book! , 5 stars ‘A perfect form of escape … I was constantly smiling … Fun, warm and uplifting !’ Rae’s Reads ‘ So much fun …I loved every minute …So entertaining …The surprises and twists along the way were brilliant .’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘ Charming and uplifting… I absolutely loved this novel… So funny and moving . It's a great read that'll leave you wanting an adventure.’ Goodreads Reviewer less

A heart-warming novel about the bond between sisters, set along Ireland’s windswept shores, where romance beckons and secrets unfold… Roisin McKenna and her husband Cian are taking time apart. Unsure of what she wants, Roisin’s prayers are answered when she receives a call from her sister Maeve who is desperate for her help... moreA heart-warming novel about the bond between sisters, set along Ireland’s windswept shores, where romance beckons and secrets unfold… Roisin McKenna and her husband Cian are taking time apart. Unsure of what she wants, Roisin’s prayers are answered when she receives a call from her sister Maeve who is desperate for her help. Roisin heads to Sandy Cove to help Maeve restore their aunt’s gorgeous tumbledown mansion Willow House and soon all she has time to focus on are its crumbling walls. Despite a shocking announcement from Maeve and hidden secrets in the house’s rafters, Roisin begins to feel a sense of self she’s been missing for years. The ties that bind Roisin to her husband seem to be unfurling in the Irish wind, when she unexpectedly stumbles into a mysterious man on the beach. Suddenly, she’s swept up in the idea of another life she could lead… The restoration may have brought the sisters back together, but as a storm rolls over the coast Roisin feels sure she must make a choice. Will her time at Willow House teach her the precious lessons she needs to return home or has the cove called to her in ways she’d never imagined it could? Fans of Sheila O’Flanagan, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice Monroe will be swept away by Sandy Cove. What readers are saying about Susanne O’Leary: ‘I couldn't put this down! Absolutely delightful!... Great read on a rainy day or a vacation read!!!! Loved this!’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars ‘What a wonderful read this was!... The definition of feel-good – reading it felt like sunshine … The first ‘feel-good’ novel I’ve read this year that actually made me feel good… I just couldn’t put it away.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Excellent… A totally captivating book from the first page , I laughed out loud at many parts and shed a few tears in others, a real hug in a book .’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘ Loved this ! So many emotional twists I couldn't put this down! Absolutely delightful !... Great read on a rainy day or a vacation read!!!!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Oh, this was a lovely story … A lovely vacation read with plenty of heart and opportunity, choices and chances, and lots of laughter and healing , make this a book that is hard to put down and harder to forget . Grab this for an escape into places that everyone wants: timeless, accepting and supportive, with heart, laughter and love , sure to put a smile on your face .’ I Am, Indeed ‘ A great summer read … This book will put you right in the mood for the Irish scenic countryside… If you enjoy heartwarming romances like Cathy Bramley, you'll enjoy this book! ’ Goodreads reviewer ‘This book is exactly what the cover and title promise: a beautiful house and a better beach… You can almost feel the sea air when you read this book. Perfect vacation fare. ’ Goodreads reviewer ‘ I loved my time spent at Willow House … Another enchanting read from Susanne O'Leary and I'm delighted to learn it is the less

A gorgeous, compelling page-turner about one woman’s journey to the heart of Ireland and the family secret she’s destined to discover.. moreA gorgeous, compelling page-turner about one woman’s journey to the heart of Ireland and the family secret she’s destined to discover... Cordelia Mirafiore has never truly felt at home in South Florida, so when she’s unexpectedly called to the reading of a long-lost relative’s will in Ireland, she’s hopeful that escaping to Willow House to meet her family might help her to figure out who she really is… As soon as Cordelia reaches Sandy Cove, the views of the blue ocean and stunning coastline around her provide a sense of calm she has never felt before. She meets her cousins Maeve and Roisin, who welcome her with open arms, finds herself drawn to a handsome man who is also an outsider in town, and feels an instant spark. But the rest of the McKenna family aren’t so willing to accept Cordelia, or even believe that she’s family. When they learn that Cordelia is to inherit a third of Willow House, she is forced to prove who she is. All she has are old parish records and a battered box of family photographs, but they lead her to secrets she may not want to uncover. Can Cordelia find the courage to face her family’s past? Can she trust the mysterious man who has swept her off her feet? Or will the lies told for generations force her to leave Sandy Cove forever? Second chances begin on Ireland’s shores. An unforgettable story about mothers and daughters, Dreams of Willow House is perfect for fans of Sheila O’Flanagan, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice Monroe. Readers love Susanne O’Leary! ‘Excellent… A totally captivating book from the first page , I laughed out loud at many parts and shed a few tears in others, a real hug in a book .’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘ I couldn't put this down! Absolutely delightful!... Great read on a rainy day or a vacation read!!!! Loved this!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘What a wonderful read this was!... The definition of feel-good – reading it felt like sunshine … The first ‘feel-good’ novel I’ve read this year that actually made me feel good… I just couldn’t put it away.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Oh, this was a lovely story … A lovely vacation read with plenty of heart … lots of laughter and healing make this a book that is hard to put down and harder to forget… sure to put a smile on your face .’ I Am, Indeed ‘Another enchanting read from Susanne O'Leary and I'm delighted to learn it is the start of a series. I can't wait to return to Sandy Cove .’ Rachel’s Random Reads, 5 stars ‘ I really enjoyed reading this book. I was hooked from the very first page to the very last. I recommend this book to others. You are going to enjoy it just as much as I did.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘This is the first book that I have read of Susanne O'Learys but it certainly won't be the last, I loved every word of it .’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘What an enchanting story, one I really couldn't put down . less

A heart-warming page-turner set on the Irish coast, where secrets hide, romance is waiting and there is every chance to make a new beginning… Jasmine Delon feels completely lost: having just broken up with the man she thought was the love of her life, all she knows is that she can’t face living alone in her empty apartment in Paris. When she turns up at her mother’s curiosity shop, nestled in Sandy Cove in Ireland, she hopes time with Sally will help heal her broken heart... moreA heart-warming page-turner set on the Irish coast, where secrets hide, romance is waiting and there is every chance to make a new beginning… Jasmine Delon feels completely lost: having just broken up with the man she thought was the love of her life, all she knows is that she can’t face living alone in her empty apartment in Paris. When she turns up at her mother’s curiosity shop, nestled in Sandy Cove in Ireland, she hopes time with Sally will help heal her broken heart. Walks along the rugged coastline and nights under endless stars immediately make her feel at peace, and then she meets Aiden , a handsome chef in town, and sparks fly between them. But a lot has changed since Jasmine last saw her mother. Sally is happier than ever with a charming new man in her life and Jasmine’s not sure where she fits in. Then she’s told about the ruins of an old village in a place nearby called Wild Rose Bay. The locals say it holds secrets about her mother’s side of the family… Is delving into their history the thing that can bring Jasmine and Sally back together or will it drive them further apart? And is Jasmine brave enough to give in to the call of the Irish sea for another chance at love? Daughters of Wild Rose Bay is a warm, feel-good novel set on Ireland’s gorgeous Atlantic coast. For fans of Sheila O’Flanagan, Debbie Macomber, Mary Alice Monroe and anyone who loves a story about second chances. Readers love Susanne O’Leary! ‘ A totally captivating book from the first page , I laughed out loud at many parts and shed a few tears in others, a real hug in a book .’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘ I couldn't put this down! Absolutely delightful! … Great read on a rainy day or a vacation read!!!! Loved this!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘ What a wonderful read this was! … The definition of feel-good – reading it felt like sunshine… The first “feel-good” novel I’ve read this year that actually made me feel good… I just couldn’t put it away .’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Oh, this was a lovely story… A lovely vacation read with plenty of heart … lots of laughter and healing make this a book that is hard to put down and harder to forget… sure to put a smile on your face .’ I Am, Indeed ‘Another enchanting read from Susanne O'Leary and I'm delighted to learn it is the start of a series. I can't wait to return to Sandy Cove .’ Rachel’s Random Reads, 5 stars 'I really enjoyed reading this book. I was hooked from the very first page to the very last . I recommend this book to others. You are going to enjoy it just as much as I did .' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘This is the first book that I have read of Susanne O’Leary’s, but it certainly won't be the last, I loved every word of it .’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘What an enchanting story, one I really couldn't put down .’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars ‘Beautifully and brilliantly written… draws you into the story from the first word and she dangles enough bait in front of you less

A feel-good love story about taking chances and finding yourself, set under the endless, twinkling stars of the Wild Atlantic Way. When Kate O’Rourke takes up a temporary position as a doctor in Sandy Cove, she hopes spending time in the place where her father was from will help her find herself again. Ever since his passing she has felt lost, but she imagines the calming sound of the sea on the Irish coast will allow her to heal... moreA feel-good love story about taking chances and finding yourself, set under the endless, twinkling stars of the Wild Atlantic Way. When Kate O’Rourke takes up a temporary position as a doctor in Sandy Cove, she hopes spending time in the place where her father was from will help her find herself again. Ever since his passing she has felt lost, but she imagines the calming sound of the sea on the Irish coast will allow her to heal.Kate immediately feels at home in the old surgery, and as she takes walks beside the camellia bushes along Wild Rose Bay and meets every resident in the tiny village, she feels like this is where she’s meant to be. And when she’s told about local healer Cormac O’Shea, she’s excited to learn even more about the history of the area, and meet the man who every woman in town says is so charming.But Kate quickly realises that she and Cormac have different ideas about how their patients should be treated. Kate is efficient and well-organised, whilst Cormac is wild and spontaneous, passionate about his ancestors’ reliance on Irish healing. And their differences cause more sparks than Kate is prepared to admit.Just as Kate and Cormac begin to understand one another, Kate’s old life threatens to call her away from Sandy Cove forever. And she is finally forced to decide what life she wants to lead, and what kind of person she wants to be…A beautiful story about finding love in Ireland, Memories of Wild Rose Bay is a gorgeously uplifting read. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Sheila O’Flanagan and Mary Alice Monroe won’t stop turning the pages.What readers are saying about Memories of Wild Rose Bay:‘A sweet escape… Trust Susanne O’Leary to give me a book which was JUST PERFECT on a lazy rainy afternoon. Took me two hours to read. What a bliss to escape into the delightful locales of Sandy Cove.’ Shalini’s Book Reviews, 5 stars‘A book you won't want to put down… Absolutely exquisite… Can make you laugh and cry. A brilliant feel-good story that I really needed.’ Beyond the Books, 5 stars‘Breathtaking… A feel-good story of taking chances, learning acceptance, and finding where your heart belongs.’ Gia Scribes‘This series gets better with every new book. A great feel-good book set in a great location. I am looking forward to reading more.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars‘A sweet romantic story about moving forward and believing in yourself… I got so wrapped up in the lives of the characters.’ Goodreads reviewer‘Beautiful… I was pulled into the setting… A light hearted feel-good novel but also a strangely powerful story of staying true to yourself.’ LoopyLouLaura‘What a lovely story this proved to be, with a great setting in a beautiful small, coastal community and plenty of fantastic characters… A heart-warming story… [A] gorgeous read.’ Splashes Into Books‘This book is utterly delightful in every sense of the word. Be prepared to be swept up in this story and these characters. I am ready to go to Sandy Cove, Ireland for a visit myself. I highly recommend.’ Goodreads reviewer‘[A] beautiful romance… A heart-warming feel-good read for a weekend off work for sure!… This was such a lovely refreshing read!… The setting of this book is just absolutely stunning! The beautiful scenery found in Ireland is just described exquisitely! This really helped to create the magic, and a warming atmosphere!’ The Book Reviewing Mum less

A truly unforgettable Irish romance set on the shores of the Wild Atlantic Way.Arriving in Sandy Cove to views of the shimmering ocean, Tara O’Rourke is excited to get to work. She’s been sent from New York City to take photos of Ireland for a travel magazine, and she knows the perfect area to visit: the mysterious, picturesque Wild Rose Bay.Staying in her sister Kate’s sweet little cottage, the long nights and beach strolls inspire Tara... moreA truly unforgettable Irish romance set on the shores of the Wild Atlantic Way.Arriving in Sandy Cove to views of the shimmering ocean, Tara O’Rourke is excited to get to work. She’s been sent from New York City to take photos of Ireland for a travel magazine, and she knows the perfect area to visit: the mysterious, picturesque Wild Rose Bay.Staying in her sister Kate’s sweet little cottage, the long nights and beach strolls inspire Tara. But Kate isn’t pleased with Tara’s assignment: she doesn’t want the untouched beauty of the area spoiled by tourists. And when Tara ignores Kate and heads out on her own, she encounters more opposition from Kate’s handsome friend Mick O’Dwyer.Despite their differences, Tara soon finds herself captivated by Mick, and as he helps her research the area, they uncover a tumbledown farmhouse that holds a secret about Tara’s family. Soon Tara is forced to make a choice: should she give up her story and the career she’s always wanted, or the man and the country she’s falling in love with? less

A heart-warming story about family secrets and one woman’s escape to dreamy Sandy Cove on the stunning west coast of Ireland.The picturesque beach of Wild Rose Bay is the last place Lydia Butler thought she’d be. But having just lost everything, the run-down cottage she inherited from her Great Aunt Nellie is the only place she can take her daughter, Sunny... moreA heart-warming story about family secrets and one woman’s escape to dreamy Sandy Cove on the stunning west coast of Ireland.The picturesque beach of Wild Rose Bay is the last place Lydia Butler thought she’d be. But having just lost everything, the run-down cottage she inherited from her Great Aunt Nellie is the only place she can take her daughter, Sunny. Hidden away in a tiny Irish village, she can protect Sunny from the gossip in Dublin, and the real reason they have nowhere else to live…The cottage is part of the old coastguard station and other eccentric residents are quick to introduce themselves when Lydia arrives. Lydia instantly feels less alone, fascinated by the stories they have about Nellie, and she’s charmed by American artist, Jason O’Callaghan, the mysterious man who lives next door.But the longer Lydia relaxes under the moonlit sky, the more the secret she’s keeping from Sunny threatens to come out. And as she finds herself running into Jason’s arms, she knows she must be honest and face up to the past she has tried to forget. Has she finally found people who will truly accept her, or will the truth force her to leave the cottage for good?Will transport you to Ireland to relax on the shore and stare at the perfect emerald waters. The Lost Girls of Ireland is perfect for readers of Debbie Macomber, Sheila O’Flanagan and Mary Alice Monroe. less