Synopsis:
Thirteen years ago, Iris’s life was shattered when her father’s sudden death revealed a devastating secret, making her doubt everything she believed to be true.
Now working as a researcher, Iris relies on solid facts. She’s built a wall round her emotions, unable to trust herself when it comes to love, or letting people in. But then she returns to her Cornish hometown to consult on a TV series for scriptwriter Declan Fitzgerald.
Single father Declan is charming, clever and devoted to his eight-year-old daughter, Mabel. Iris is undeniably drawn to him, and forms an instant friendship with the little girl. But her deep-seated trust issues, combined with local gossip claiming that Declan was involved in his wife’s disappearance, push Iris to dig deep into his past and the unsolved case.
The tangle of secrets she uncovers – and Declan’s reaction – threatens to destroy the fragile bond building between them.
Can Iris finally let go of the betrayal that defined her past and trust her gut, or will she lose the love – and family – she has always longed for?
Review:
Getting a phone call about your husband / father being in the hospital is bad enough, but learning that he kept a big secret from you is even worse.
Iris dealt with it in her own way and became a researcher, always wanting to know things in a details so she has understands what happened. She actually made a gob out of researching various topics and when she is asked to research something in an area where she grew up, it offers the possibility to return home for a few weeks.
Iris mother dealt with everything is her own way and started to accept, that she is better off alone.
And then we have Declan, who is a single parent and loves his daughter Mabel and tries to be the best single parent ever after her mother left them.
Iris and Declan feel a connection and Mabel instantly takes a liking to Iris.
This is not just a love story. This felt like characters coming together, who went through quite a lot of traumatic experiences, finding their way in life. When they step into each others life, they learn that there is more to life and help each other to move forward and accept that change is not always a bad thing. Trusting someone after being hurt is never easy and I enjoyed everyone simply being there for each other, accepting each other flaws, and stepping up when in need, this is what is at the heart of the story. I instantly felt connected to the characters an enjoyed the time I was spending with everyone. This is a place where you instantly feel welcome. Mabel was the start of the show for me and she was such a loveable character. She feels like someone we all need in our life.
This was a feel good book that can be read as a stand-alone and will make you feel just a little bet better once you finished it.
🌙 Recension: From This Moment On ( The Cornish Bay Collection #3) by Jo Bartlett
📚 Genre: Fiction, Romance
📅 Release Date: November 2, 2026
📖 Publisher: Boldwood Books
📗 available in various formats
📱 Read as: Kindle
💸 I received a free copy and am voluntarily leaving a review.
📆 Pages: 323
⭐️ 4/5
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