The Bench by Cromer Beach by R J Gould – A bittersweet romantic novel for grown-ups.
Five people in a sleepy English coastal town. One year that changes everything.
They seem to have it all. They’re in good health and are financially secure. They live in a pleasant and comfortable town. But as their lives intertwine, cracks emerge and restlessness grows.
For Clive, is retirement the beginning of the end?
Can fun-loving Saskia break free from her adulterous husband?
Will Andy marry his childhood sweetheart?
Is Jamie prepared to change his dishonest ways?
Might Ellie’s happy marriage be shattered by temptation?
Reviews for The Bench by Cromer Beach
“This is the third book I’ve read by this author and I think it’s my favourite. I really enjoyed the way it moved between the five central characters and the way their lives were intertwined so effortlessly. They were all so different – from twenties to retirement age – and, of course, each was locked in their own lives, loves & worries. I read this book in just two sittings because it was so involving, funny and uplifting – definitely a winner to lift your spirts as autumn approaches.” – Sophia1989 – Five star review on Amazon (Oct 2020)
“This is another of RJ Gould’s modern romances for grown-ups, which means that death and divorce feature just as much as love and marriage. Although Gould is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association, his approach will upset many traditional romance fans as it is by no means about Happy Ever After, but his look at modern life and modern relationships has much to offer and is ultimately life-affirming. A well-written book that I enjoyed.” – Tom Williams – Amazon review (Aug 2021)