Over the Sea to Skye
- Author Sue Moorcroft
- Narrator Helen McAlpine
- Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date 5 June 2025
- Run Time 12 hours and 42 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Contemporary romance, Family life fiction, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Romance: wholesome.
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What to expect
One summer on a beautiful island could change everything…
LOSE YOURSELF FOR THE HOLIDAYS IN THIS ESCAPIST, ROMANTIC READ ABOUT FAMILY, LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP, FROM THE MILLION-COPY AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR.
One summer on a beautiful island could change everything…
Valentina Taylor's life has been upended. With her marriage over, and unsure of what her future holds, she heads to the Isle of Skye for the summer with her young son, Barnaby.
But the journey there sets her on a new path, when she meets Xander Courage on the train – a charming American, running from problems of his own. After sparks fly, they go their separate ways. But on this small island, they’re never far from one another…
Skye offers Valentina the refuge she needs as she whiles away the long summer days at her beachside cottage, enjoying visits from her sisters, Thea and Ezzie. But when bad news from home throws her Scottish idyll into turmoil, Valentina finds herself pulled away from the place – and people – that she loves.
Valentina knows she must confront her heart’s desires – but can she let go of the past and embrace the future she deserves?
Lose yourself in a heartfelt story of second chances, love, and self-discovery, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Isle of Skye. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan and Karen Swan.
Critics Review
‘A warm, emotional finale to the Skye Sisters Trilogy.’ Women’s Weekly
n‘Suffused with gentle humour and gorgeous descriptions, Under a Summer Skye is a portrait of a place you will want to go to as soon as you close the last page. The perfect escapist read that will take you away from the real world and immerse you in its charm. Delightful.’ Veronica Henry
n‘A gorgeously warm and sunny book…where the magical island of Skye is as much a heroine as the sparky Thea.’ Cathy Kelly
n‘An intriguing and uplifting story with a beautiful setting.’ Katie Fforde
n'A delightful summer read with all Sue's trademark family secrets and intrigue, in a stunning setting.' Phillipa Ashley
n‘Gloriously uplifting – the perfect escape.’ Alex Brown
n'A beautiful, transporting novel to sweep you away – as evocative as Skye itself. Swept me away to an island of craggy mountains and tumultuous skies. A beautifully told story.’ Fiona Gibson
n‘A gorgeous, escapist, romantic read full of heart.’ Emily Stone
n‘A lovely, summery read, that whisks readers away to the wild and wonderful Isle of Skye.’ Christina Courtenay
nn Further praise for Sue Moorcroft's books:n
n‘Just beautiful.’ Leonie Mack
n‘A joyous slice of summer sunshine, gloriously uplifting and the perfect escape.’ Alex Brown
n'A fabulously engaging story full of warmth and charm!' Bella Osborne
n‘An absolutely gorgeous escape full of sunshine – I loved it!’ Rachael Lucas
n'Sue Moorcroft whisks you away to a stunning setting with lashings of romance – sheer delight!’ Fiona Gibson
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