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Synopsis
Flora is forced to move back to the tiny island of Mure from the bright lights of London. It's tough: even the beautiful landscapes and bright blue sea can't lift her spirits - she's too busy looking after her dad and her feckless brothers. Then she chances upon her mum's collection of recipes and begins to cook her way through it. As she she reconnects with her family, and the place she was born, might she also find herself?
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Is The Summer Seaside Kitchen appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This gentle contemporary romance focuses on family relationships, self-discovery, and healing through cooking. Minimal romance content with possible light kissing; no violence or strong language.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent and grief.
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Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy Flora's journey of reconnecting with her roots and discovering herself through her mother's recipes.