The brand-new summery rom com from Bella Osborne, full of laughter, love and life’s twists and turns!

An Invitation to Seashell Bay was originally published as a four-part serial. This is the complete story in one package.

One ambitious businesswoman.

One irresponsible heir.

A deal that will turn both their lives upside down…

To grow her craft business, Nancy is in desperate need of two things: help and money. So when a potential investor she’s looking to impress recommends an assistant, she jumps at the chance to secure both.

Freddy Astley-Davenport is a notorious playboy with zero work experience. He’s poised to inherit his family’s estate in sunny Seashell Bay – but only if he can hold down a job for six months first. His plan is to take the assistant role in name only, then do the least work he possibly can.

Nancy has other ideas, though, and the pair butt heads from day one. However, as they argue, sparks begin to fly, and they soon discover exactly why opposites attract…

An absolutely escapist, funny, feel-good summer romance. Fans of Cathy Bramley, Katie Fforde and Milly Johnson will adore Bella Osborne.

Readers love Bella Osborne:

‘A wonderfully uplifting read… A lot of sparkle and mischief… The characters are fabulous… A very relaxing read in a lovely quiet seaside resort’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I loved it! I’m sitting here with a big smile on my face!… I laughed out loud lots of times… I’m still chuckling’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I was in tears of laughter especially at the hen do!… A fab summer read’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘What a wonderfully delightful book this was!… Jam packed full of fun and laughs… Lots of light-hearted moments, emotional scenes and parts which will have you laughing out loud!… Filled with lots of love, family and friendships, this book is truly a delight to read!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Absolutely brilliant… I just wish I could give it more than five stars! Got me from page one and I couldn’t stop reading’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I read this in an evening, perfect light entertainment which left me wanting more’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Such a delightful read, which I absolutely loved!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Loved this book, I read it in one afternoon, it was hard to put down’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

About the author

I've been jotting down my stories as far back as I can remember. Somehow life took over, I got a sensible job in project management and the writing has remained a passion.

I live in The Midlands with my lovely husband and our wonderful daughter, who thankfully, both accept me as I am (with my mad morning hair and a penchant for skipping).

You can follow me on Twitter @osborne_bella.