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The Barefoot Bookshop on the Beach

Narrator
Karen Cass
Publisher
Boldwood Books
Publish Date
7 March 2026
Run Time
9 hours 1 minute
Format
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What to expect

A wildly romantic, escapist summer romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Sarah Morgan, guaranteed to make you feel like you’re on vacation already! 🏖️👣☀️💖

We need a bookseller for the Barefoot Bookshop on the Beach… apply here!

When Harper sees an ad for what must surely be the most idyllic job in the world, she’s almost tempted. But she can’t possibly leave her bookshop job in London, or her burgeoning career as a successful Bookstagram influencer… That is, until a casual remark about a debut author lands her in deep trouble.

So she applies. After all, now she’s got nothing to lose. Except maybe her heart, she realises, as she lands on the beautiful island of Ésperé in the Seychelles and finds herself seemingly surrounded by beautiful men. Including the hotel owner, moody but heartbreakingly-handsome Xavier.

But inter-staff relations are strictly forbidden. And Harper has enough on her plate, with a member of staff missing and a wily band of expats to contend with. Plus, she’s determined to make the bookshop and new start the success they deserves to be… Even if – under the blazing sunshine – the romance novel superfan in her can’t help but hope the boss of the hotel might not be quite the grump he seems…

The most romantic story you’ll read this year, with an unforgettable cast of characters that includes a giant tortoise living in a bookshop. Don’t miss it! Available now! 📚🐢🇸🇨

Praise for Rebecca Raisin:

‘I was truly swept away by this romance. The setting is spectacular, the characters are a delight, and the romance is pure joy. I loved it!’ Jo Lyons, author on The Barefoot Bookshop on the Beach

‘Once I started reading, I was completely swept away… A perfect summer escape!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Ahhh I absolutely loved this book!… Made me laugh, warmed my heart… Fabulous.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I really want to go on this trip! I love how Rebecca brings you to the heart of the characters in this book and the positivity and joy I get from reading her stories.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This book made my heart very happy… An absolute warm hug in book form.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I have no idea how Rebecca Raisin does it, but she keeps writing enchanting heart-warming stories, that you never want to end… I would suggest curling up on the sofa, with a glass of something, and some chocolate (the French food descriptions will make you hungry!), and just escape into this wonderful story.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This book was just adorable… Loved the storyline… Brilliant quirky characters that you could not help fall in love with… what more could you want?’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Oh, how I loved this book!… Really lively and vibrant and so engaging. I really didn’t want to put the book down and… read it in less than a day… I was fully invested!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Details

Author
Rebecca Raisin
Narrator
Karen Cass
Duration
9 hours 1 minute
Release Date
7 March 2026
ISBN
9781835335383
Format
x-book®
Publisher
Boldwood Books
Genre
Contemporary romance, Romance, Romance: wholesome, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Fiction: general and literary

Synopsis

A wildly romantic, escapist summer romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Sarah Morgan, guaranteed to make you feel like you’re on vacation already! 🏖️👣☀️💖We need a bookseller for the Barefoot Bookshop on the Beach… apply here!When Harper sees an ad for what must surely be the most idyllic job in the world, she’s almost tempted. But she can’t possibly leave her bookshop job in London, or her burgeoning career as a successful Bookstagram influencer… That is, until a casual remark about a debut author lands her in deep trouble.So she applies. After all, now she’s got nothing to lose. Except maybe her heart, she realises, as she lands on the beautiful island of Ésperé in the Seychelles and finds herself seemingly surrounded by beautiful men. Including the hotel owner, moody but heartbreakingly-handsome Xavier.But inter-staff relations are strictly forbidden. And Harper has enough on her plate, with a member of staff missing and a wily band of expats to contend with. Plus, she’s determined to make the bookshop and new start the success they deserves to be… Even if – under the blazing sunshine – the romance novel superfan in her can’t help but hope the boss of the hotel might not be quite the grump he seems…The most romantic story you’ll read this year, with an unforgettable cast of characters that includes a giant tortoise living in a bookshop. Don’t miss it! Available now! 📚🐢🇸🇨Praise for Rebecca Raisin:‘I was truly swept away by this romance. The setting is spectacular, the characters are a delight, and the romance is pure joy. I loved it!’ Jo Lyons, author on The Barefoot Bookshop on the Beach‘Once I started reading, I was completely swept away… A perfect summer escape!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Ahhh I absolutely loved this book!… Made me laugh, warmed my heart… Fabulous.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I really want to go on this trip! I love how Rebecca brings you to the heart of the characters in this book and the positivity and joy I get from reading her stories.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This book made my heart very happy… An absolute warm hug in book form.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I have no idea how Rebecca Raisin does it, but she keeps writing enchanting heart-warming stories, that you never want to end… I would suggest curling up on the sofa, with a glass of something, and some chocolate (the French food descriptions will make you hungry!), and just escape into this wonderful story.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘This book was just adorable… Loved the storyline… Brilliant quirky characters that you could not help fall in love with… what more could you want?’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Oh, how I loved this book!… Really lively and vibrant and so engaging. I really didn’t want to put the book down and… read it in less than a day… I was fully invested!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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