The Beach Cabin

Title: The Beach Cabin              

Author: Fern Britton

Genre: Family

Publisher: Both Press

Published Date: 2025

Book Length: 203

Format Read: Paperback supplied by Love Books Tours in return for an honest review

Star Rating: 5***** I loved it and highly recommend

About Book: Charlotte and Ed have been drifting apart, and Ed suspects Charlotte is having an affair. Hoping to reconnect, Ed suggests a family holiday in the Cornish village of Pendruggan. Joined by their teenage daughter Alex, young son Sam, and their bearded Collie, the family sets off for what they hope will be a healing escape. But will this idyllic setting bring them closer, or spark more chaos?

My Thoughts: The Beach Cabin by Fern Britton is a short, dyslexia-friendly read and the first book I’ve read by the author. I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly I was drawn into the story. The writing flows effortlessly, with a gentle start and a steadily building pace that really delivers a punch as the story unfolds.

Although it’s a compact novel, it covers a lot—family dynamics, teenage angst, personal growth, and the emotional journey of coming back together after time apart. Britton’s prose is warm and engaging, striking a lovely balance between thoughtful moments and faster-paced scenes.

The characters are likeable and easy to connect with. As someone who has experienced the teenage years with my own children, I found the characters and their struggles relatable and believable.

If you’re looking for a heartfelt, easy-to-read story that doesn’t shy away from deeper themes, this is a great one to pick up.