Dig out your hard hat and gaze up at the snowflake-speckled sky in this uplifting story of friendship and second chancesPortia Fortescue has traded in the hustle and bustle of London to help renovate a magnificent French manor house on the beautiful island of Jersey with her boyfriend Charlie.But what they hoped would be a blissful escape to the chateau, turns out to be more of a DIY SOS. As the winter snow sets in, the stress of restoring the derelict building begins to take its toll on their relationship. Portia has known heartbreak before, but thought she’d found her happy-ever-after with Charlie…Then, just as all seems lost, Portia and Charlie discover the warmth of the community – the best friends anyone could ever ask for. This new life could be everything they want it to be... if only they can finish the chateau in time for its grand reopening!A perfect festive romance great for fans of Phillipa Ashley and Christie Barlow.Readers love Georgina Troy!:'A gorgeous beachside setting, divine ice-cream sundaes, and a scorching summer love story - this book has it all!' Christina Jones'I thoroughly enjoyed spending time in this charming, evocative story. It's a perfect book to enjoy by the pool, in the sunshine, with a glass of Prosecco!' Kirsty Greenwood'A wonderfully warm and sweet summer read' Karen Clarke'I am hooked on Georgina Troy Boardwalk by the Sea series and can't get enough of her books' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'This is a lovely story about friendships and hope' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review