Katie’s Cornish Kitchen by Rosie Chambers was a heart-warming tale of friendship, faith and learning to forgive in order to move forwards in life. I’d be lying if I said that the cover of this sweet story hadn’t played a part in drawing me in, because it absolutely did, and who could blame me, really, when the cover looks like that?! It’s just gorgeous, and so inviting, it truly makes me want to leap into it and start my very own life in Perrinby beside the sea. The cover depicts a warm and attractive café right on the coast, which is exactly what we’re treated to within the pages and if, like me, you’re perhaps partial to a cosy, fixer-upper story with plenty of friendship and romance mixed in, then Katie’s Cornish Kitchen will be the perfect read for you, I promise.
Katie’s Cornish Kitchen by Rosie Chambers is a delicious way to explore the Cornish village of Perrinby alongside Rosie’s leading lady, Katie Campbell. The setting for this story was such a pleasure to wrap oneself up in, and it ticked all of those things that I adore so much in a seaside-set story. From the welcoming, vibrant community of Perrinby to the delicious food and adorable interior of the café which Katie takes on, there was so much that brought this village to life on the page. The author creates a world which is entirely believable, and a place which evokes a real sense of community spirit where help is always readily available and a friendly ear always ready to listen. It’s safe to say that life in Perrinby is desirable, and is the perfect place for Katie’s story to unravel.
Katie’s Cornish Kitchen is all about picking oneself up, dusting oneself off and beginning again, and it’s a relatable theme to go with because I think everyone has had to do this at least once in their life. It focuses on Katie’s transformation after she is jilted by her fiancé Dom, when he chooses to remain in Ibiza following his stag-do, to follow his music career dreams, rather than returning home to become Katie’s husband. This is, of course, the ultimate turning point for Katie, because not only does she have to unpick her own wedding plans, but she is forced to consider the truth behind her and Dom’s relationship, and to face her not only Dom’s faults, but her own, too. A heart-breaking thing for any woman to have to do, but a life-changing one nevertheless. This is the moment Katie can reassess her life, choose which direction she wants to head in next, and figure out what it is that she really wants from life, and from a potential partner.
I feel like this is a really inspiring story as well as being entertaining. Rosie Chambers is showing her readers that even when life gets tough, don’t give up, keep going, because who knows what’s waiting around the corner? It’s an uplifting message and it certainly shines through in Katie’s journey of self-discovery and self-love. Rosie Chambers highlights the positives further, in the arrival of new friends in Perrinby, as well as support and encouragement when Katie needs it most. The sense of community was another powerful theme within this book, that of which only intensified the obvious importance of friendship and having people to turn to, while Katie became accustomed to her new surroundings. Rosie Chambers delivers a bright, vibrant and lively cast of characters to readers, all of which add a unique dash of fun and enjoyment to the plot and all of whom are people you’d really love to get to know in real life, too.
All in all, this was a gorgeously uplifting and upbeat story with a whole lotta heart at its centre. I loved the characters and I adored the setting and I’d love to re-visit Perrinby in the future to be reunited with these wonderful characters who added so much colour and depth to the plot. At the heart of it though, Rosie Chambers leaves readers feeling capable of chasing their dreams, taking chances and being brave. Life is for the taking, so take it while you can! I thoroughly enjoyed this seaside tale and I really look forward to reading more from Rosie Chambers in the future!
With thanks to the publisher for the advanced reading copy of this book, that of which has no reflection on me providing a fair and honest review.
Read on to find out more about Katie’s Cornish Kitchen by Rosie Chambers.
After the heartbreak of being jilted by her fiancé, Katie Campbell has been mending her broken heart in Bali. She has local restaurant owner and new friend Agatha to thank for providing a listening ear in her moment of need. When Katie confides she’s worried about going back to what’s left of her life in London, Agatha has just the opportunity for Katie – to manage her old café in the beautiful, picturesque village of Perrinby in Cornwall.
Although reopening the café and making it profitable won’t be easy, Katie is determined to make the most of her fresh start. She quickly makes new friends in florist Jay, waitress Talia and handsome neighbour Oscar, and focuses on making the café a welcoming place for the community – from hosting floristry workshops to pizza-making nights and even the local knit-and-natter group. But, with the café under threat from the local property developers circulating just as she’s starting to grow closer to Oscar and finally feeling at home, can Katie find the recipe to make her Cornish Kitchen a success?
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