As always with a Beth Moran book I have been taken on a very heartwarming journey of discovery which has both surprised and delighted me in the telling of the tale.
Heading back to Sherwood Forest is always a lovely part of this authors books as I never know which characters I’ve met before will pop up for a cameo. This story was no exception with quite a few of them being mentioned, it’s good to know how they are getting on!
I really enjoyed the path that Emmie put herself on once she decided that she wanted something different from the life she’d shared with her ‘Mother’ and had kept living for the two years since she had passed. Seeing her open up to possibilities of including so many of the things most of us take for granted into her life and how she incorporates everything into what she wants is joyous.
Obviously things don’t always run smoothly for her but overcoming and moving past those obstacles give us readers a very entertaining book to enjoy!

“Have I Told You Lately” is a lovely story with closed door romance.
Thank you Boldwood Books and Netgalley for an advance copy of the book.
Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

As I liked other books from Beth Moran I know that this will also be good. Most of the book is about Emmie’s journey to find her past. After she finds some of her adoptive mother’s old letters she decides to find out more and goes to Isle of Siskin. It doesn’t hurt that her crush Pip lives there and her past is connected to his family.

Emmie is a very kind person and I loved to see her development after she decided to change her lonely life. There is also a jealous ex-girlfriend, meddling family and a sweet love story.

Overall this is heartwarming and enjoyable to read.

Reading a Beth Moran novel seems like a vacation, a trip to a small island off the coast of Wales. in the Irish Sea. Emmie Brown, the adopted daughter whose mother recently passed away, has inherited her mother's pasty shop at the airport in Sherwood Forest. (You will become educated in pasty preparation. Emmie works more hours than there are keeping it profitable, until one day she just can't.

Off we go to Siskin Island, the home of the "hot farmer" Emmie is very attracted to. He has a large family. There is a secret, of course, that Emmie hopes to unravel. Unusual and unpleasant events lead her to decide that someone means her harm. Meanwhile there are lovely descriptions of island life scenery, weather and its denizens. If this sounds like your cup of tea, go for it. Have I Told You Lately will leave you as refreshed as a bucolic holiday.

Thanks to the; publisher and Net Galley for this ARC to read and review.

Another delight from a delightful author. I always know I'm going to be going all in with my heart in her books.
This books is written with such tenderness. It covers really emotionally charged moments. It's covers loss and grief but also change and hope.
I love the way she gave Emmie this chance to find her place, or her next place in the world after the loss of her mother. It was so descriptive and so moving. There was always a deeper soul meaning to her words and story. Loved this one.

5 stars

It's a second-chance romance, so it's already a plus in my book. I like how it's easy to read, but every word is chosen with a deep message. It's deep and light-hearted at the same time.

Have I Told You Lately by Beth Moran is an easy read story concerning some serious issues. It is a thank you to the author who wrote Emmie’s story with such grace, love and hope. Emmie’s story is one of reflection, new beginnings, uncovering secrets and finding love. The past may step on the heels of today, but it doesn’t have to control the future. Seeing Emmie through this story open her mind, her heart to have dreams, hopes and a better day was encouraging and inspiring. A wonderful story for the dark days of winter or for anytime that you need a lift.

A lovely read from Beth. I have read a couple of her books and this one didn’t disappoint. Emmie has decided to chang her life and goes looking to find out about her Mothers early life and also hopes to fall in love with the crush she has had for two years. Of course life is never easy.

Thank you to Netgally for providing me with an e-arc in return of a honest review.

This was a very easy read. I loved the theme of history repeating and second chances. I was a fan of of the how the letters were used in the story too,

I just wish there was an epilogue at the end
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After been late for work for the first time in her life, Emmie can't forget the magical dream responsible for it. A lotery ticket, a handsome farmer from an Irish island and a well kept secret, send Emmie to the journey of her life, of self discovery and a chance at love. Sweet and magical. Netgalley provided this ARC and this is my honest review

I received a free copy of, Have I Told You Lately, by Beth Moran, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Emmie Brown mother has died, she found papers that changed the way she saw things including her mom and herself. This book had a lot going on, I enjoyed seeing what was going to happen next. A really good read.

Another beautiful story from this wonderful author. I always enjoy a Beth Moran book, and I always know I’m going to finish it feeling satisfied and with a smile on my face (and occasionally a happy tear in my eye!)
I wasn’t expecting the twists and turns in this one, Emmie sure went through it, and I didn’t guess who was sabotaging things until it was revealed - so that was a great plot twist!
I think we’d all like a friend like Blessing too. Definite high recommendation for this book.

This was a cute story. I loved the supportive relationships between the females. Such a nice change from so many other stories. Pip was sweet. It was a bit slow in the beginning.

I stayed up late reading this! I just love Beth Moran's books, she gets complicated families, and real life and romance just right. Emmie finds some mysterious letters in her late mother's things, leading her on an adventure to discover the truth about her mum and herself. Set on the beautiful island of Siskin, in the summertime. It's so cold here, I was glad to imagine myself in some sunshine!

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced copy to review. I actually have this on preorder too (it's out on January 24th!), but I couldn't resist getting my hands on it early!

I fell in love with my first Beth Moran book, Let It Snow and she continues to write cozy reads that are more than just a romance. This author always ticks all the boxes for me.
Emmie is adopted and her mom, Nellie gave up everything so that she and Emmie could have a good life. When Emmie discovers a photo and bunch of love letters from someone called G her hunt for this mysterious man finds her on the Isle of Siskin and there she meets the Hawkins family. She tries to discover Gs true identity and when she does it’s very surprising

Beth Moran writes loveable characters that are realistic and are written with depth. Are they perfect? No, and I like that about them. I love Emmie’s friendship with Blessing. Blessing is someone I wish I had in my corner. Emmie and Pip had such a wonderful relationship and when she meets his family and got to know them I was I wishing I was one of them. This story has a wonderful community at its center and the Isle of Siskin was a character as well. I loved discovering it with Emmie. While she was discovering the island she was also learning about herself. This is also a story about women helping women and how easy your life can change.

I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the food from the book. Emmie took over a little kiosk in the airport when her mom died. They sell drinks and pasties. I love fiction books filled with food. The pasty ingredients, recipes and the making of them made my mouth water and my tummy rumble.

This book had a little bit of everything mystery, conflict, romance, travel and the discovering of oneself. Yet another heartwarming story by Beth Moran.

An uplifting story of Emmie; who dares to make changes, go off on her version of an adventure and discover more about herself than she ever dared dream.

Following the death of her Mum, Emmie tires of the routine, aching for more but unaware of how or what she needs to do. Discovering old family secrets, and having a slight crush on a certain hot farmer all lead to her breaking free of the past. Or is she?

Amusing, thoughtful and inspiring. Emmie follows her heart, even when she’s so used to doing the right thing. She takes chances, even if she goes the long way about it. The romance may be a slow burn but it isn’t the main part of her story, it’s the fact she discovers more about herself.

A lovely read, with humour, romance and some brilliantly funny characters.

Really lovely romance. I think i fell in love a bit too, but with the island described in the book. I also really appreciate the plot of the story focusing a lot on character development and really figuring out what suits you individually in life, thats so important and beaitiful to read about. Really recommend, such a nice and lovely and well written book.

Thank you to netgalley and the author for sending me the book in exchange for an honest review

If you enjoy a heartwarming romance with a bit of a mystery this is definitely the book for you.
Emmie has always known she was adopted by the woman she called Mum and has had no contact with her birth family,
whom her mother described as a bunch of criminals.
Both women work hard selling pasties at Nottingham airport but when Nelly dies, Emmy finds great difficulty coming to terms with it.
Her late mother had run Emmie’s life, leaving no room for fun or relaxation. When she oversleeps one morning and unexpectedly comes by some money she decides to investigate her mother’s earlier life. Inspired by some old letters from a mysterious man called G she heads for a remote island which also happens to be the home of one of her regular customers on whom she has a slight crush.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story, the on and off relationship between Emmie and Pip and the beautiful descriptions of the isle of Siskin- which seemed so real that I googled the place and was disappointed to find it didn’t actually exist.
The characters were well drawn and the mystery of why Nell separated from her husband, G, was beautifully explained and held my attention as the letters gradually revealed what had happened.
This was my first book by Beth Moran and after reading it I have decided that it certainly won’t be my last.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for my advance copy.

Thank you for this arc.

This was exactly the kind of book I expected: an emotion filled journey of our FMC, Emmie, working through her grief and finding herself while learning more about her mother's past.

I literally flew through the book after the first 20%. It was paced really well to me and had me really connected and emotional for our FMC. I was crying, angry and frustrated for her and I was cheering her on the whole way through for her to get her happy ending and heal. It was truly immersive and such an enjoyable read and gave me the good cry I wanted.

Have I Told You Lately is a heartwarming story about families, secrets, and finding yourself. Emmie makes a spur of the moment decision to follow Pip (Phillip) to the Isle of Siskin where she hopes to uncover some information about her mother’s past.

The story has a cast of wonderful characters and offers a great mix of drama, romance, and everyday life. It’s such a warm and enjoyable read - as are all of Beth’s books that I have read. My first 5⭐️ read of 2025

Engaging and exciting from the beginning. A very realistic feel for the reader
An irresistible slice of escapism and a joy to read. Compelling, absorbing and highly entertaining. Fast-moving and fun! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️