" Thank you very much for letting me read your manuscript. I'm up well past my bedtime and having just finished the read-through I feel like I have closed the lid of a spice jar. All that's left are the memories of intoxicating scents and images. Ghosts. You tell a wonderful story!"

" Hooked from the start. As a big fan of chase thrillers, I was not disappointed. This book kept me hooked from the start as we learned about Kate and Harper and their Grandfathers billions. I won’t give it away, but it has a fascinating ending the keeps you wanting more."

" Brilliant storyline. Thoroughly enjoyed The Crown Agent’s plot.
The twist and turns of the storyline kept me hooked. It was as though maybe there was a hint of truth in some of the facts.
The characters and their relationships with each other came across perfectly. All in all a good read"

" I really enjoyed this book. Was a good read, it was gripping and fast-moving but not in a way you easily get lost. Phillippa is very descriptive with her writing and makes you feel like you are there living the story with the characters. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends and family, and think I'd like to listen to the audio version as well."

" This is a very well written and researched novel spy thriller. You feel like you are there with the characters who all seem genuine and that the events could really have happened.
Congratulations to the author on an exceptional book."

" An addictive read with a clever plot that hooks you from the first page. Definitely delivers on all levels. Buying 3 more copies for family and friends for Christmas!"

" A thoroughly enjoyable and exciting read, taking you to amazing locations around the world. I would definitely recommend to anyone. Fingers crossed for a sequel!"

"Johnny's life has been a life well spent living life well and looking for something to find is a great book for lovers of surfboards, surfing culture and history."

"Looking for Something to Find is very skilfully written and certainly entertaining."

"A gripping read and a beautifully put together book with classic and glossy photos to boot. I loved being guided through the UK surf roots, Johnny’s wonderful life in Cornwall and wilder times abroad by such a natural and humorous voice. Looking for Something to Find is superb."

"Fantastic book that will brighten your day and leave you smiling."

"Well written, entertaining, thoughtful and encompassing a rich vivid life touching a large local and somewhat international community. Doesn’t get better."

“An addictive read with a clever plot that hooks you from the first page. Definitely delivers on all levels. Buying 3 more copies for family and friends for Christmas!"