Recommendations based on The Cafe by the Seaby Jenny Colgan

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  1. The Endless Beach

    by Jenny Colgan
    A heartwarming story of love, loss, and second chances set in a charming Scottish seaside town.

    From the New York Times bestselling author of The Bookshop on the Corner and The Cafe by the Sea comes another enchanting, unforgettable novel of a woman who makes a fresh start on the beautiful ... (Barnes & Noble)

  2. The Bookshop on the Corner

    by Jenny Colgan
    A woman finds solace and purpose in a second-hand bookshop in the Scottish countryside.

    Nina Redmond is a literary matchmaker. Pairing a reader with that perfect book is her passion… and also her job. Or at least it was. Until yesterday, she was a librarian in the hectic city. But now ... (Goodreads)

  3. Christmas on the Island

    by Jenny Colgan
    A London-based baker travels to a remote Scottish island to help a friend, and finds love and a sense of belonging in the process.

    From the New York Times bestselling author of The Café by the Sea —whose novels are “an evocative, sweet treat” (JOJO MOYES)—comes this heartwarming holiday novel set on a charming Scottish island., ... (Barnes & Noble)

  4. Us Against You

    by Fredrik Backman
    Small town rivalry threatens the bonds of family and community as two towns battle for the same hockey team.

    The #1, New York Times, bestselling author of, A Man Called Ove, and, Beartown, returns with an unforgettable novel “about people—about strength and tribal loyalty and what we unwittingly do when ... (Barnes & Noble)

  5. A Week in Winter

    by Maeve Binchy
    A tale of friendship, love, and unexpected connections in a small Irish village.

    Stoneybridge is a small town on the west coast of Ireland where all the families know one another. When Chicky Starr decides to take an old, decaying mansion set high on the cliffs overlooking the ... (Goodreads)

  6. The Glass Lake

    by Maeve Binchy
    A family drama set in a small Irish town, revolving around a mother's disappearance and the secrets that come to light.

    Helen McMahon disappears when her daughter Kit is 12 years old, and it is suspected that she drowned in the local lake. Kit finds a letter from her mother and burns it before reading it, fearing that ... (Wikipedia)

  7. Anyone But You

    by Jennifer Crusie
    A romantic comedy about two opposites who must learn to compromise and accept each other.

    For Nina Askew, turning forty means freedom–from the ex-husband, freedom from their stuffy suburban home, freedom to focus on what she wants for a change. And what she wants is something her ex ... (Goodreads)

  8. My Not So Perfect Life

    by Sophie Kinsella
    A young woman's journey of self-discovery, learning to embrace her imperfections.

    NEW YORK TIMES, BESTSELLER - Part love story, part workplace drama, this sharply observed novel is a witty critique of the false judgments we make in a social-media-obsessed world., New York Times, ... (Goodreads)

  9. The Shell Seekers

    by Rosamunde Pilcher
    A family explores their past, present, and future while examining the importance of treasured objects.

    Shifting in time, the novel tells the story of Penelope Keeling, the daughter of unconventional parents (an artist father and his much-younger French wife), examining her past and her relationships ... (Wikipedia)

  10. The Night the Lights Went Out

    by Karen White
    A woman moves to a small town and uncovers dark secrets about her new home and the people in it.

    15 hours, 19 minutes From the, New York Times, bestselling author of the Tradd Street series comes a stunning new novel about a young single mother who discovers that the nature of friendship is ... (Goodreads)

  11. The Life List

    by Lori Nelson Spielman
    A woman's quest to fulfill her late mother's bucket list and find her true purpose.

    In this utterly charming debut — one woman sets out to complete her old list of childhood goals, and finds that her lifelong dreams lead her down a path she never expects. 1. Go to Paris 2. Perform ... (Goodreads)

  12. Winter Street

    by Elin Hilderbrand
    A family drama set in Nantucket during Christmas, where secrets are revealed and relationships are tested.

    In bestseller Elin Hilderbrand's first Christmas novel, a family gathers on Nantucket for a holiday filled with surprises. Kelley Quinn is the owner of Nantucket's Winter Street Inn and the proud ... (Goodreads)

  13. Light a Penny Candle

    by Maeve Binchy
    A story of two Irish girls and their intertwined paths of friendship, love and life.

    London was a dangerous place to live during World War II, and many children were evacuated to Ireland or the United States . Elizabeth White, an only child, is sent to live with her mother's ... (Wikipedia)

  14. Looking for Me

    by Beth Hoffman
    After her brother's disappearance, Teddi Overman leaves her hometown to pursue her passion for antiques. She discovers herself and uncovers family secrets along the way.

    A Southern novel of family and antiques from the bestselling author of the beloved, Saving CeeCee Honeycutt, Beth Hoffman’s bestselling debut, Saving CeeCee Honeycutt , won admirers and acclaim with ... (Goodreads)

  15. The House of Unexpected Sisters

    by Alexander McCall Smith
    A woman's journey of self-discovery, as she uncovers secrets and finds new connections.

    Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi are approached by their part-time colleague, Mr. Polopetsi, with a troubling story: A woman, accused of being rude to a valued customer, has been wrongly dismissed from ... (Goodreads)

  16. Lost Lake

    by Sarah Addison Allen
    A woman and her daughter visit a magical lake in Georgia, where they find healing, love, and a sense of belonging.

    A, New York Times, bestseller! "Tender and enchanting" —,Southern Seasons, "An endearing tale of surprising second chances." –, Booklist, (starred review) The first time Eby Pim saw Lost Lake, it was ... (Barnes & Noble)

  17. Blood Magick

    by Nora Roberts
    A young woman's journey of self-discovery, unlocking her magical powers with the help of those she loves.

    From #1, New York Times, bestselling author Nora Roberts comes a trilogy about the land we’re drawn to, the family we learn to cherish, and the people we long to love…, Book Three of The Cousins ... (Goodreads)

  18. Sam's Letters to Jennifer

    by James Patterson
    A woman discovers a box of letters from her deceased husband, revealing his secret life.

    Jennifer, who is still mourning the death of her husband, is rushed to her grandmother's side when she goes into a coma. Jennifer makes the shocking discovery while there of a packet of letters ... (Wikipedia)

  19. Hardcore Twenty-Four

    by Janet Evanovich
    Intrepid bounty hunter Stephanie Plum embarks on a wild ride to bring justice to Trenton.

    Trouble comes in bunches for Stephanie Plum. First, professional grave robber and semi-professional loon, Simon Diggery, won’t let her take him in until she agrees to care for his boa constrictor, ... (Goodreads)

  20. The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper

    by Phaedra Patrick
    An elderly man embarks on an unexpected journey of self-discovery and healing.

    Look for Phaedra Patrick’s newest perfectly charming read, The Secrets of Love Story Bridge . “An endearing celebration of life.” -RealSimple.com Perfect for fans of A Man Called Ove , this curiously ... (Barnes & Noble)

  21. The Sugar Queen

    by Sarah Addison Allen
    A young woman's journey of self-discovery as she unlocks the mysteries of her small town.

    Twenty-seven-year-old Josey is sure of three things: winter in her North Carolina hometown is her favorite season; she's a sorry excuse for a Southern belle; and sweets are best eaten in the privacy ... (Goodreads)

  22. The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

    by Alexander McCall Smith
    An empowering story of female friendship, courage, and detective work in Botswana.

    Precious Ramotswe has only just set up shop as Botswana's No.1 (and only) lady detective when she is hired to track down a missing husband, uncover a con man, and follow a wayward daughter. However, ... (Goodreads)

  23. First Frost

    by Sarah Addison Allen
    A magical story of a family rediscovering its true identity and the power of love.

    From the New York Times bestselling author of Garden Spells comes a story of the Waverley family, in a novel as sparkling as the first dusting of frost on new-fallen leaves.. It's October in Bascom, ... (Goodreads)

  24. The Midnight Line

    by Lee Child
    An ex-military cop's race against time to solve a mysterious case involving a stolen bracelet.

    After spending the night with a woman named Michelle Chang (from, Make Me, ), Jack Reacher is traveling through Wisconsin when he happens to stop at a pawnshop selling an unusual item: a 2005 West ... (Wikipedia)

  25. Into the Water

    by Paula Hawkins
    A gripping murder mystery, uncovering secrets hidden in a town's haunted past.

    Following the unexplained death of her sister, Nel, in a pool at the foot of a cliff, Jules Abbott returns to Beckford, a fictional town in Northumberland , to care for her niece, Lena. The novel is ... (Wikipedia)

  26. The Street Lawyer

    by John Grisham
    A successful lawyer's life changes when he is held hostage by a homeless man. He becomes a street lawyer, fighting for justice for the underprivileged.

    A homeless man, identifying himself only as "Mister," enters the offices of the powerful Washington D.C. law firm Drake & Sweeney and takes many of the lawyers hostage while angrily demanding ... (Wikipedia)

  27. Still Me

    by Jojo Moyes
    Louisa Clark moves to New York City to start a new life and faces challenges that test her identity and relationships.

    From the #1 New York Times bestselling author Jojo Moyes, a new book featuring her iconic heroine of, Me Before You, and, After You, Louisa Clark. Louisa Clark arrives in New York ready to start a ... (Goodreads)

  28. The Partner

    by John Grisham
    A lawyer's daring escape from a powerful law firm and the pursuit of a hidden fortune.

    It's been four years since Patrick Lanigan, a junior partner in a law firm in Biloxi, Mississippi , learned of the scheme, masterminded by his firm's client, shipbuilding magnate Benny Aricia, to ... (Wikipedia)

  29. The Beach Café

    by Lucy Diamond
    Evie inherits a beach café and starts a new life, but secrets from the past threaten to ruin everything.

    Evie Flynn has always been the black sheep of her family - a dreamer and a drifter, unlike her over-achieving elder sisters. She's tried making a name for herself as an actress, a photographer and a ... (Goodreads)

  30. The Uncommon Reader

    by Alan Bennett
    A humorous look at the journey of a monarch who discovers the joy of reading.

    The title's "uncommon reader" ( Queen Elizabeth II ) becomes obsessed with books after a chance encounter with a mobile library . The story follows the consequences of this obsession for the Queen, ... (Wikipedia)