Not at all what I expected. This is quite a predictable book. It is very much like a Mills and Boon book rather obviously aimed at women and their fantasy of a life by the water with a loving community, a handsome French chef ,a new start ,comforting cooking etc.I was so looking forward to getting the recipe of Lemon Cakes that Susan Duncan spoke about...but nada...I think I will have to go to Winterfell and get their recipe LOL. A charming read.The style is very conversational, and the story is very endearing and lovely to read.It's a little bit autobiographical, in that it's set in a small community on the water, and Duncan lives in a small community on the water in northern Sydney.Because of this, she understands perfectly the ins and outs of 'village' life, and is able to create a what is a beautiful gem of a story.
What do You think about Briny Cafe, The (2000)?
An enjoyable read...but felt the end left things open for another book perhaps?
—emma
Great little read about Australian community in a small coastal town.
—steph
loved it.. felt like I was part of the community.
—omarche
