I loved reading this book from start to finish. It has plenty to recommend it: good strong storyline, lovely characters, plenty humour and all in a splendid setting. I would highly recommend this as either a summer read or a read for brightening up a winter day.

Wow. I always look forward to a new Phillips Ashley for summer and Christmas so was really excited to get this one. I wanted to savour it, I really did, but by the end of chapter 1 I was hooked and before you know it, it was gone!
This story really lived up to its name of secret: Levan, Iris and even Eden were all hiding things for various reasons and this just added to the intrigue I loved Levan and his story was a poignant one and, although I could understand Eden’s views, I so wanted her to see the kind if person he really was. However, for me, Iris was the perfect character. She reminded so much of my own beloved nan.
This is a really good read but you’ll be itching to find out more about lighthouses, cyber security and Penzance afterwards.

What a fantastic book! The lighthouse background had me Googling lighthouse holiday cottage rentals by the end of Chapter 1! All the ingredients of a great novel are here: empathetic, strong characters, a beautiful setting and a cafe! Add in the intrigue of Leven’s past and you have the perfect book - especially if you’re off to Cornwall on holiday.