Welcome to Anglesey

From the windswept beaches of Anglesey, an unforgettable story of love, forgiveness and rediscovered hope. When her father dies unexpectedly, Beth Macintosh rushes home to the island of Anglesey to be by her mother's side. Stepping into the converted windmill she once called home, Beth is flooded with memories of her childhood spent on the island. Then she encounters Megan Williams, her estranged best friend. Fifteen years of silence and secrets have kept them apart, with Beth pursuing city life while Megan remained on the island, isolated and weighed down by painful regrets. As Beth rediscovers her roots, the women cautiously rebuild their friendship. When Megan confesses the truth about their falling out, a fragile new bond grows between the women. Can they overcome their pasts to find the happiness they both deserve? An uplifting and emotional story about second chances and the healing power of friendship, set against the backdrop of Anglesey's rugged beauty. Perfect for fans of Susanne O'Leary, Liz Eeles and Amanda Prowse. What readers are saying about books by Caroline Young: 'A deep, multilayered story, with a heroine you can relate to and root for, and writing that is poetic and beautiful… I was completely immersed…' Reader review,????? 'I felt such a sense of peace and calm reading this… if you have your own outer stress and inner turmoil you will feel the sense of beauty and calm and family.' Reader review,????? 'I absolutely loved this book and couldn't read it quickly enough… the descriptions are so vivid, you can actually imagine yourself there… heartwarming and at times heartbreaking but an absolutely thoroughly enjoyable read that I heartily recommend.' Reader review,????? 'Gosh a very moving story… an emotional read but a perfect ending… I loved it. Read it.' Reader review,????? 'Superbly written. Lots of twists, turns and shocking turns of events. Quickly becoming a go-to author for me!!!! You will love this.' Reader review,????? 'What an utterly, gorgeous read… this story had all the feels.' Reader review,????? 'A lovely, cosy and inspiring read, with some beautiful descriptions of Anglesey, nods to the Welsh language and the beauty of friendships old and new.' Reader review,????? 'A wonderful read from beginning to end. I was captivated… Brilliant.' Reader review,????? 'I read this in one day…an inspiring story about picking up the pieces when your life is turned upside down.' Reader review,????? 'Sunday afternoon was spent with this sweet and enjoyable novel… the descriptions in this beautiful novel made me feel like I was there. Highly recommend!' Reader review,?????

A moving and inspiring story about second chances and the healing power of love and friendship, set on the windswept island of Anglesey. Arriving on the doorstep of her new cliffside cottage with its craggy, white-washed walls and chipped blue door, Jude Fitzgerald closes her eyes and listens to the cries of oystercatchers and the crash of waves in the cove below. As she steps over the threshold into the rundown old cottage, Jude feels like she's come home. Ever since the death of her husband, Alex, she's longed to return to the island of Anglesey, which they visited for their honeymoon only a few years before. Resolved to hide away from the world, Jude spends her days walking the beaches alone, while at night she gazes at the stars lost in memories, until an unexpected gift from a kind neighbour offers her a lifeline. Slowly, she opens her heart to the island community, joining a class to learn the local language, going sea swimming with new friends, and rediscovering her long-forgotten love of art. Over time, Jude sees that while her old life has ended, a new one is just beginning. But first she must let go of everything that ties her to the past – including family secrets that have passed from one generation to another and keep her from picking up the phone to her estranged mother. As events take a surprising but welcome turn, Jude learns that it's possible move on while keeping Alex in her heart, and that it's never too late to follow your dreams… Perfect for fans of Susanne O'Leary, Amanda Prowse, Liz Eeles and Sheila O'Flanagan. Readers have fallen in love with Caroline Young's books: 'One of my most favourite reads of 2023… you just have to read it. Absolutely brilliant.' Reader review, {5 Stars} 'Outstanding… be prepared to shelve any other plans whilst you are reading this book.' Reader review, {5 Stars} 'Captured my heart… you won't want to put this one down!' Reader review {5 Stars} 'Sweeps the reader away… you will cheer for our main character and love the description of her life in Anglesey… I read it in one sitting.' Reader review, {5 Stars} 'I literally binged it overnight… hits you right in the feels… gets a hearty recommendation from me!' Reader review, {5 Stars} 'Found myself reading late into the night… beautiful, compassionate.' Reader review, {5 Stars} 'Read it in one day… I just could not stop reading.' Reader review, {5 Stars} 'Truly marvellous… kept me pinned to the pages until the wee hours.' Reader review {5 Stars} 'Love love love… draws you in immediately and gets you so invested in each character's story… could not recommend it enough!'Reader review {5 Stars} 'Amazing… a lovely, cosy read for those autumn nights.' Reader review {5 Stars} 'Beautifully written, captivating… grasps your attention to the very last page.' Reader review {5 Stars}