Flora MacKenzie is a transplant from the Island of Mure in Scotland. She lives and works in London as a paralegal at a prestigious law firm, and has a huge crush on her boss, attorney Joel Binder, who does not even know she is alive. Joel is an overwhelming success in law, only dates blonde models once, then moves on. He has no interest in relationships and lives for his work, and the next big deal. He is delighted when a new client, Colton Rogers, a mega rich tycoon who made his fortune through tech start ups, seeks his help. Colton is building "The Rock," a fabulous five star resort on the Island of Mure and needs local support for getting the proper zoning rules passed in his favor. A windmill farm is scheduled to be built, which will spoil his view and he wants it stopped. He was informed that Joel has a Scottish employee from Mure and wants her to go there at once and work on his behalf. Joel does not hesitate to send Flora.

Returning home after the death of her mother three years ago, Flora returns to the family farm, her father who is suffering from the loss of his beloved wife, and his three sons, who are not warm in their sister's welcome. She finds a mess in the house and they only eat take-out fish and chips from across the street. When she finds her mother's notebook filled with her recipes, Flora begins to cook and charm her family. She impresses the town folks and begins to help Colton Rogers reach his dream. Many colorful characters emerge and slowly but surely coming home again does not seem so bad to Flora.

Customs and traditions on this lovely island along with an intoxicating mixture of food and wine combine to create a romantic story about finding your way home.

Flora has two male attractions that interest her; Charlie, the local boy, and Joel, her long admired boss, who comes to Mure and falls under its' spell, or is it Flora's spell? Jenny Colgan writes a delicious story that is funny, touches the heart with the "coming out" of her brother, Fintan and his attraction to Colton Rogers. The evolving "Cafe by the Sea" is pure delight and there Flora finally knows she is at home at last. This book is 100% lovable and I look forward to the next offering from Jenny Colgan. She has a new fan. I loved it!