⭐ A moving, uplifting and emotional read about love, family and second chances by the sea. ⭐

Femi juggles life as a part-time nurse, paramedic and volunteer with the RNLI. She’s also a devoted foster parent who wants every child in her care to feel safe and loved. But when she’s asked to take in Ahmed, a teenage refugee from Syria, the delicate balance of her home is suddenly tested.

Seventeen-year-old Ricky is fiery and desperate for independence. Thirteen-year-old Albert is quiet, thoughtful — and torn between his foster family and the chance to reconnect with his birth father. As emotions run high, new neighbour Lawrence arrives and unexpectedly bonds with Ahmed, bringing warmth and understanding to the whole household.

As Christmas draws near, each of them must face their pasts, confront old fears and open their hearts to the future. Because sometimes, the family you build is the one you need most.

❤️ A heart-warming, emotional story of courage, friendship and healing — perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan, Heidi Swain and Veronica Henry.

Curl up with this perfect contemporary romance and discover a seaside community you’ll never want to leave. 🎁

"Set in the fictional seaside town of Westbay, Kent, the book is both absorbing and addictive as it draws the reader in to the lives and minds of three teenage boys from diverse backgrounds and the bond that develops between them and their amazing foster mother. Another winner from Jan that will leave you wanting more."

"I loved the relationships between Femi and all her children. The potential love between Femi and Lawrence, and not knowing how it was going to turn out, kept me turning the pages. I am loving this series."

"The Westbay series is an amazing take on life's lessons on supporting those in need. This book has a light undertone of romance mixed in with one woman's struggle to provide the best care possible to several young boys."

“Love, family and friendship. A real feelgood story.” Mike M.

“If you love that fuzzy feeling you get at the end of reading a wonderful story, this is the book for you!” J.J.