A Summer at Sea

Emily, a content midwife, seeks change when invited to cook on a boat in Scotland. Amid challenges and a budding romance with local doctor Alasdair, she questions her old life. A Summer at Sea explores love and self-discovery.

In A Summer at Sea, Emily finds herself at a crossroads in her life. Content with her career as a midwife and her independent lifestyle, she begins to feel the stirrings of change. When her best friend Rebecca invites her to spend the summer cooking on a puffer boat off the stunning Scottish coast, Emily seizes the opportunity, eager for a new adventure. However, the experience proves to be more challenging than she anticipated, especially as she navigates the complexities of working alongside a pregnant friend and a competitive kitchen assistant.

As the summer unfolds, Emily encounters Alasdair, a charming local doctor who captures her attention. Despite her efforts to ignore her growing feelings for him, their chemistry becomes undeniable. This budding romance complicates her emotions further and raises an important question: if she falls in love with Alasdair, will she still desire the life she once knew? The novel explores themes of love, self-discovery, and the courage to embrace change, all set against the backdrop of the picturesque Scottish coast.

Katie Fforde's writing shines with warmth and humor, inviting readers into a world filled with romantic escapism. With engaging characters and a delightful plot, A Summer at Sea offers an uplifting journey that leaves readers reflecting on the choices that shape their lives. As Emily navigates her summer of cooking, friendships, and unexpected love, readers are sure to be enchanted by this heartfelt tale.