Welcome to Pennycress Inn is a pleasant read about a newly divorced woman starting over. I enjoyed the descriptions of English village life, the warm family scenes, and the fact that both main characters were very likeable.

Laura uses her divorce settlement to buy the Pennycress Inn. She is determined to make a fresh start and to be independent, so she is dismayed that her brother’s best friend is living next door. That conflict is soon resolved and a romance ensues. Laura also has to deal with all the problems of an old structure as she readies it for her opening, and the fact the town is shunning her is a bit of a mystery that is eventually cleared.

A quick and enjoyable read!

A story about a woman who, post divorce, is looking for a fresh start and to prove she can succeed in reviving and old inn. Money pit and difficulty being accepted in the village begin to threaten..and then the neighbor turns out of bed childhood crush and her brother's best mate. I enjoyed this quick romance. The characters were good and the story flowed well

Good book. I enjoyed seeing how the characters progressed through the story. I definitely think the pace was appropriate for the plot. I would read another book by this author.

Sarah Hope delivers a delightful feel-good romance with Welcome to Pennycress Inn, the promising start to a brand-new series. Laura’s journey to rebuild her life after a divorce, set against the charming backdrop of the Cotswolds, is both relatable and inspiring.

The descriptions of Pennycress Inn and the challenges Laura faces—renovating a dilapidated building, winning over skeptical locals, and navigating the ups and downs of small-town life—feel vivid and authentic. The addition of Jackson, the handsome and kind chef, adds a spark of romance and intrigue that keeps the pages turning.

Hope’s characters are well-drawn, with Laura’s determination and vulnerability making her an easy protagonist to root for. The quirky village setting and its array of colorful personalities add warmth and humor, even as they provide obstacles for Laura to overcome.

The only drawback is that the pacing feels uneven at times, with some conflicts resolving a little too easily. Still, the overall message of resilience and community shines through beautifully.

If you enjoy uplifting romances with a strong sense of place and heartwarming characters, Welcome to Pennycress Inn is a cozy escape you’ll want to revisit with each installment in the series. Looking forward to seeing what’s next for Laura and the Pennycress Inn!

Highly recommended for fans of women’s fiction and contemporary romance.