The Oyster Catcher by Jo Thomas is one of those books. When I read the first few chapters, I did question if I could ever really get into the book properly and thinking back - it was such a stupid thought.

Having lived in London for the last five years of my life, this book made me want to head back to the countryside (where I had lived previously) - the seaside and salty air sounds like heaven but the thought of slipping on a pair of wellies still leaves me a bit nervous. I have an irrational fear of them! Anyway, back to The Oyster Catcher...
I would describe this book as a chick-lit book but not one that is overly slushy. It is an easy read and is very well written and has drama at all the right times with likeable characters (but there are some others who aren't too!) and will appeal to most people who enjoy a feel-good book.
Overall, this is probably one of the top 5 books I've read so far this year (and this is the 24th one I've read) - I would rate this book a 9/10 and I am a harsh critic when it comes to books but it definitely impressed me more than most of the other books I've read in 2014.
I really enjoyed this one too - must get on top of my reviews ;)
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Funny, I saw this in W H Smiths today and wondered whether I would like it... Thanks for the review! I will put it on my list for 2015 (it looks like a good one to read on my sunshine seaside holiday)
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