Book Review ~ Seagrass Pier by Colleen Coble

 

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 Blurb:

 

 In a secluded corner of Hope Beach, one woman must decipher a stranger’s memories . . . before they cost her everything.

Elin Summerall was one of the lucky ones. Not only did she get a heart transplant, but the donor was a perfect fit. A miraculously perfect fit.

But when Elin begins having violent flashbacks—and vivid dreams of being strangled—she realizes that she has been the recipient of more than just a new heart . . . Elin is remembering her donor’s murder.

Her strange affliction has attracted some unwanted attention: from the press, from the authorities . . . and from the killer himself. Now, living alone with her young daughter and aging mother, Elin is being stalked—by a man she’s only met in her nightmares.

The police are dubious of her story, but one off-duty FBI agent agrees to help her: Agent Marc Everton.

Now, in a remote cottage on Hope Island, Elin and Marc must probe the secrets buried in her borrowed heart. And there’s no time to waste. One man is desperate to silence her—before she remembers too much.

My Thoughts:

 

Colleen Coble does not disappoint!  This book was so interesting.

I always love revisiting places I've read about in prior books of a series.  This is the 3rd book in the Hope Beach series and I loved them all.

There was an interesting plot of  "cell memory", where the recipient of a transplant has memories that belonged to the organ donor.  I don't know how much credence I give this theory but it made for interesting reading.

There were times throughout the story where I just couldn't believe that the main characters weren't more scared or leery.  There many threatening notes but the characters kept plugging away like it was nothing.

I enjoyed the plot twist that dealt with Josie, Elin's daughter.  I'm glad things came together the way they did.

This was a great romantic/suspense/mystery.  I can't wait to see what is next from this author!



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Book Review ~ Gabriel's Atonement by Vickie McDonough ~ 12/11/18

 

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 Blurb:

 

 All Gabe Coulter ever wanted was to live a comfortable life as a successful gambler, but a confrontation with a disgruntled cowboy who’d just lost to Gabe leads to a family man dying in his arms. Even though it was self-defense, the only way Gabe knows to get rid of his guilt is to return the money he won to the man’s wife.

Lara Talbot sees Gabe as a derelict like her husband and wants nothing to do with him. But as she struggles to provide for her family and makes plans to claim property in the upcoming Oklahoma land rush, she wonders if God might have sent the meddling gambler to help.

My Thoughts:

 

As the first book in the Land Rush Dreams series, this book was just OK for me.

It was rather slow-moving and dry.  The author kept introducing new characters and it got a bit confusing keeping them all straight especially when I wanted to be reading about the main characters.

I really liked the idea of a gambler who changes his ways because of a death-bed promise he made to his mother.  Gabe was a likable character despite his profession.

I wanted to like Lara's character but she just fell flat for me.

I have book three of the series on my shelf but I might just gift it to a reader friend of mine along with this one.  Hopefully, she'll enjoy it more than I did.

Sorry for the bummer review, but I had to be honest :(

 



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Book Review ~ Weaver's Needle by Robin Caroll ~ 12/4/18

 

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 Blurb:

 

 Two recovery specialists.
One murder.
A hunt for the Dutchman's Lost Gold Mine becomes a race of survival.

Former Army MP Landry Parker fell into the recovery specialist role quite by accident—to help her ailing father. Now that she’s on her own, she is determined to prove herself and honor her family legacy.

After being shot in the line of duty, former police officer Nickolai Baptiste became a recovery specialist, and he’s good at his job—maybe even the best.
      
A potential client pits Landry and Nickolai against one another to find the Dutchman’s Lost Gold Mine map that was stolen from her murdered husband, and the potential payday is too enticing to pass up. The trail takes them from New Orleans to Weaver’s Needle in Arizona where legend claims the mine is hidden. Landry and Nickolai are no strangers to adventure, but the unlikely partners quickly discover there’s someone after the treasure and there are those who want to ensure the lost mine in Arizona’s Superstition Mountain stays lost forever.

Can Landry and Nickolai work together despite their distrust of each other to save the legend before more innocent lives are lost? Will they find the real treasure isn’t the gold, but something more valuable. . .true love and understanding? 

My Thoughts:

 

I don't think I've ever read a book involving recovery specialists or a modern day treasure hunt complete with treasure maps and clues.  This book was so much fun to read!

 

I loved the competition between Landry and Nickolai as well as their verbal sparring with each other.  Their dynamic with each other was very well written.

 

I couldn't for the life of me figure out for sure who the bad guy actually was.  That is a big plus for me when reading a mystery.

 

The setting was amazing.  It was so interesting to read about the Superstition Mountains and the history and culture of that area.  The author did an amazing job of writing it into the story.

 

I've read other Robin Caroll books but nothing like this one.

 

Loved the ending and the whole book!

 



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Book Review ~ A Noble Masquerade by Kristi Ann Hunter ~ 11/28/18

 

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 Blurb:

 

 Lady Miranda Hawthorne acts every inch the lady, but inside she longs to be bold and carefree. Entering her fourth Season and approaching spinsterhood in the eyes of society, she pours her innermost feelings out not in a diary but in letters to her brother's old school friend, a duke--with no intention of ever sending these private thoughts to a man she's heard stories about but never met. Meanwhile, she also finds herself intrigued by Marlow, her brother's new valet, and although she may wish to break free of the strictures that bind her, falling in love with a servant is more of a rebellion than she planned.

When Marlow accidentally discovers and mails one of the letters to her unwitting confidant, Miranda is beyond mortified. And even more shocked when the duke returns her note with one of his own that initiates a courtship-by-mail. Insecurity about her lack of suitors shifts into confusion at her growing feelings for two men--one she's never met but whose words deeply resonate with her heart, and one she has come to depend on but whose behavior is more and more suspicious. When it becomes apparent state secrets are at risk and Marlow is right in the thick of the conflict, one thing is certain: Miranda's heart is far from all that's at risk for the Hawthornes and those they love.  

My Thoughts:

 

Wow!  Finally, a book review!

 

I've been in a serious, I mean serious, reading funk.  I've started I don't know how many books only to get bored within the first 50 pages.

 

I should have known to go back to the genre where my love of reading started all those years ago:  Regency.  My favorite!

 

I grabbed this book up on Black Friday at Ollie's and read it over the weekend.  I wish I could have read it all in one day but time just didn't allow it.

 

The mystery and intrigue where there along with plenty of romance.  Even though some things were a bit predictable, it didn't bother me at all :)

 

I loved the main characters and their unconventionalness.  ( is that a word??)  I don't want to give too much away because there are a few surprises along the way.

 

I enjoyed learning the characters of Hawthorne House and am so excited that there are 3 more books in this series!  I've already added them to my wishlist :)

 

 



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Book Review ~ Deadly Encounter by DiAnn Mills

 

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 Blurb:

 

 Airport Ranger volunteer Stacy Broussard expected a peaceful Saturday morning ride around the perimeter of Houston's airport. What she encounters instead is a brutal homicide and a baffling mystery. Next to the body is an injured dog, the dead man's motorcycle, and a drone armed with a laser capable of taking down a 747.

 

Though FBI Special Agent Alex LeBlanc sees a clear-cut case of terrorism, his past has taught him to be suspicious of everyone, even witnesses. Even bleeding-heart veterinarians like Stacy. But when her gruesome discovery is only the first in a string of incidences that throw her life into a tailspin, Alex begins to wonder if Stacy was targeted.

 

As a health emergency endangers Stacy's community, and the task force pulls in leads from all directions, Alex and Stacy must work together to prevent another deadly encounter. 

My Thoughts:

 

I can't quite believe I'm finally writing a book review!  I think the last one I wrote was in the beginning of August.  Close to 2 months ago!

 

Anyhoo...  This is the first book in the the FBI Task Force series by DiAnn Mills.  I always love getting my hands on the first book of series!

 

This book was an amazing read.  I was on the edge of my seat (or bed) the entire time, especially once the action really got going.  And the action was there in spades.

 

I loved how Alex and his partner Ric would "talk through" their discoveries and the ins and outs of all the people and work that goes on behind the scenes of an investigation.

 

At first, Stacy seemed a bit flaky.  I mean, she found a dead guy and was more worried about a dog's paw that needed stitches.  But, as I got to know her character more, she had really deep emotions and depth.

 

Whitt's character was outstanding!  I don't want to give too much away but he was absolutely brilliant for a 12 year old :)

 

There was just enough of a hint of romance that was to come.  I liked how the case took precedence over the romance.  It made for a great romantic suspense.

 

I hope to get my hands on the rest of the series soon!

 

  



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Book Review & Giveaway ~ Betrayal by Robin Lee Hatcher ~ Ends 8/21/18

 

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 Blurb:

 

  It's the turn of the twentieth century and drifter Hugh Brennan is a man well acquainted with betrayal. Hugh finds himself drawn to the attractive widow, Julia, yet when he looks into her eyes, he recognizes the same hurt that haunts him.

 

Julia Grace has little reason to trust men, but she's going to have to trust someone if she's to keep her ranch from the clutches of her dead husband's half-brother. Is it possible God had a hand in bringing Hugh to her door?

 

The latest historical romance from award-winning author Robin Lee Hatcher and the second book in the Where the Heart Lives series, Betrayal will take you to the high desert of western Wyoming, through the crags of the Rocky Mountains, and into the hearts of two seekers learning to trust God's love no matter the circumstances.

My Thoughts:

 

I just love Robin Lee Hatcher!  She is one of my absolute favorite, go-to authors.  I know when I sit down with a book by her, I'm going to enjoy it!

 

This book was all about healing and letting go of the past.

 

Hugh had to learn to let go of a past that was forgiven when he met Christ.

 

Julia had to heal and forgive her first husband of his cruelty to her.

 

I enjoyed reading their story and how they came to trust each other with their histories and with their hearts.  They came to trust that God had put them exactly where He wanted them to be.

 

Peter and Rose Collins, Julia's neighbors, where adorable and a favorite aspect of this book for me.  10 daughters!  Whew and I thought having two can be difficult.

 

"Betrayal" is the second book of the "Where the Heart Lives" series.  I read the first book a few years ago.  The third book is on my wishlist and I hope to get my hands on it soon!

 

I'm going to be giving away my gently read copy of this excellent book!

 

To Enter the Giveaway:

 

1 Entry ~ Leave a comment telling me what interests you about this book along with an email address to contact you.

 

1 Entry ~ Follow my blog and let me know in the comments how you follow (GFC, Facebook, Email).

 

I will randomly draw and email the winner of the book after the giveaway entry deadline of 

 Tuesday, August 21, 2018.

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ Whispers on the Prairie by Vickie McDonough

 

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 Blurb:

 

  A City Girl Far from Home...

Sarah Marshall just wants to go home. It wasn't her idea to leave Chicago and head west in search of gold, but her uncle's ambition left her no choice. Neither was her intention to settle in Kansas City with her ailing aunt, but being penniless and without possessions brings little bargaining power. Pretty soon, she resigns herself to her fate, however unfortunate. It isn't as if she has a home to go back to.

A Country Boy Seeking to Right a Wrong...

Ethan Harper, the youngest of three brothers, enjoys a peaceful existence helping run his family's stage shop along the Santa Fe Trail. Only one cloud continues to darken his horizon—guilt over the tragic death of his oldest brother's wife. The only acceptable penance Ethan can think of is finding another woman to marry his brother and help raise his motherless children.

A Match so Incompatible, It Just Might Work...

When a series of misfortunes strands Sarah Marshall and her aunt at the Harpers' Stage Stop, the status quo is overthrown as the presence of an attractive young woman, however unversed in the ways of prairie living, wreaks havoc on the lives of the Harper brothers, all three of them vying for her attention. But will any of them prove himself worth giving up the life Sarah always dreamed of?

My Thoughts:

 

With as busy as Summer has been lately, I've gotten a bit behind on my reading.  So, I picked a book off my shelf that looked like it would be a quick read.  It was quick but it packed a punch!

 

It seemed like calamity followed Sarah everywhere she went.  And Ethan was always there to see her blunders!

 

I loved how the author took seemingly insurmountable obstacles and used them to teach about God's provision.  That God is working even when we can't see the "how" or the "when" or the "where".

 

All three Harper brothers were swoon-worthy in their own right.  I love how the author picked the youngest to be featured in the first book of the "Pioneer Promises" series.

 

Unfortunately, I don't have the next 2 books on my shelf at this point, but hopefully soon!

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ Edenbrooke by Julianne Donaldson

 

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 Blurb:

 

  Marianne Daventry will do anything to escape the boredom of Bath and the amorous attentions of an unwanted suitor. So when an invitation arrives from her twin sister, Cecily, to join her at a sprawling country estate, she jumps at the chance. Thinking she'll be able to relax and enjoy her beloved English countryside while her sister snags the handsome heir of Edenbrooke, Marianne finds that even the best laid plans can go awry.

From a terrifying run-in with a highwayman to a seemingly harmless flirtation, Marianne finds herself embroiled in an unexpected adventure filled with enough romance and intrigue to keep her mind racing. Will Marianne be able to rein in her traitorous heart, or will a mysterious stranger sweep her off her feet? Fate had something other than a relaxing summer in mind when it sent Marianne to Edenbrooke. 

My Thoughts:

 

...Sigh...

 

This book claims to be a "Proper Romance" and it definitely was.

 

I loved everything about this book!  The time period, the setting, the characters.  It was a proper regency romance full of mystery, highwaymen, inns, estates, and romance.

 

I started reading the book thinking it would be a quick read because of its length.  It became a quick read because I couldn't put it down and read it in two sittings.  Well, I was actually stretched out on my bed, but I digress.

 

I fell a little bit in love with Phillip which is what makes a great hero in a story to me.

 

It is written in the first person from Marianne's POV, so I felt like I was right there with her.

 

I was struck by something odd though.  Marianne is a 17-year-old heroine and I have a 17-year-old daughter!  How can that be?!?  At first I didn't think I would connect completely with Marianne, but I did.

 

The author did a remarkable job writing this book!  I can't wait to read more by her!

 

 

 

  



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Book Review & Giveaway ~ City on Fire by Tracy L. Higley ~ Ends 7/31/18

 

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 Blurb:

 

 A Jewish slave girl fights for her life in first-century Pompeii on the eve of the city’s destruction.

Wealthy Roman patrician Cato came to the seaside town of Pompeii to build a new business, but hostility and outright corruption threaten his carefully laid plans and ignite his desire for social justice. Meanwhile, Ariella, an escaped Jewish slave girl, comes to town with a gladiator troupe. Disguised as a young boy, Ariella’s only ambition is survival.

Ariella and Cato face political intrigue, religious persecution, and family peril even as the ominous mountain in the distance begins to spew its fire. They must bridge their differences to save the lives of those they love before fiery ash buries Pompeii, turning the city into a lost world.  

My Thoughts:

 

Wow!  This book was absolutely amazing!

 

If I used a star-rating system, it would be 5/5 STARS!

 

I could not put this book down!  I know I'm using so many exclamation points, but that is how I feel about this book.  And to think I almost didn't purchase it!  (another exclamation point :)

 

The concept of a female warrior was very intriguing to me.  I didn't know how a Jewish slave and a wealthy Roman politician would come together and that left me so curious to read, read, read.

 

I learned so much about the historical events of Pompeii but also of the early Christians who met home-to-home in secret.  I loved the "family" of Christians that both Ariella and Cato come to know as their own family.  That is how it should be.

 

Ariella and Cato have a tumultuous relationship throughout the book.  Cato was a bit arrogant but well-meaning.  Ariella was proud yet a slave.  It was a very interesting story to read as it unfolded.

 

I could go on and on and on!  This could easily be my favorite read of the year so far!

 

I can't keep this book to myself.  I have to share it.  I'll be giving away my gently read copy to one very lucky person.  If you love history and romance, you don't want to miss this one.

 

To Enter the Giveaway:

 

1 Entry ~ Leave a comment telling me what interests you about this book along with an email address to contact you.

 

1 Entry ~ Follow my blog and let me know in the comments how you follow (GFC, Facebook, Email).

 

I will randomly draw and email the winner of the book after the giveaway entry deadline of 

 Tuesday, July 31, 2018.

 

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ The Reluctant Duchess by Roseanna M. White

 

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 Blurb:

 

 Will Fleeing the Scottish Highlands Only Leave Her in More Danger?

Lady Rowena Kinnaird may be the heiress to a Highland earldom, but she's never felt good enough--not for her father, not for the man she thought she'd marry, not for God. But after a shocking attack, she's willing to be forever an outcast if it means escaping those threatening her life.

Brice Myerston, the Duke of Nottingham, has never been one to shy away from manor-born ladies, yet the last thing he needs is the distraction of the newly introduced Lady Rowena. He has enough on his plate having recently come into possession of a rare treasure for which many would kill, yet those around him seem intent on pairing him with this desperate but beguiling girl.

Rowena is reluctant to marry this notorious flirt. And when she learns that Brice is mixed up in some kind of questionable business with a stolen treasure, she fears she'll end up in more danger than she fled.

My Thoughts:

 

This is the second book of the "Ladies of the Manor" series.  I loved the first book, "The Lost Heiress" so much that I went straight into reading this one.

 

I love reading stories set in Scotland and England.  "The Reluctant Duchess" starts out in the Scottish Highlands and ends up in Brighton, England with many stops along the way.

 

I was very curious what would happen with the red diamonds, the "Fire Eyes".  I won't give too much away but I will say that Lady Pratt is still after them.  There was also a another closer enemy that really took me by surprise.

 

Amidst the mystery and intrigue was the romance between Rowena and Brice.  It most definitely was a reluctant match but I loved how Brice was so completely trusting in his faith that the marriage was the right thing to do.

 

This book took me a while to read because I wanted to find time to read it when I could fully devote my attention to the book and really sink in.  No quick chapters for me on this one.

 

I hope to get my hands on Book 3 of the series and read Ella's story soon!

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ The Lost Heiress by Roseanna M. White

 

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 Blurb:

 

Brook Eden has never known where she truly belongs. When her friend Justin uncovers the fact that she is possibly a missing heiress from Yorkshire, Brook leaves the sun of the Mediterranean to travel to the moors of the North Sea and the estate of her supposed family.

The mystery of her mother's death haunts her, and though her father is quick to accept her, the rest of the family and the servants of Whitby Park are not. Only when Brook's life is threatened do they draw close—but will their loyalty come too late to save Brook from the same threat that led to tragedy for her mother?

As heir to a dukedom, Justin is no stranger to balancing responsibilities. When the matters of his estate force him far from Brook, the distance between them reveals that their friendship has grown into something much more. But how can their very different loyalties and responsibilities ever come together?

And then for a second time, the heiress of Whitby Park is stolen away because of the very rare treasure in her possession—and those who can save her still aren't sure whom to trust.  

My Thoughts:

 

This was an epic love story that spanned continents, languages and over 400 pages.  I can say that this was easily the longest book I've read in years.  Usually, the books I read are just over 300 pages.  That being said, this book did not seem overlong or boring in the least.

 

The book was full of mystery, intrigue, romance, and faith.  All the good stuff :)

 

Brook and Justin's love story was timeless.  They were childhood friends who find themselves feeling differently about each other.  It just takes some time for them to be on the "same page" as far as romantic love goes.  Then life gets in the way and responsibilities of adulthood separate Brook and Justin and left me wondering if they would come back together.

 

I loved the relationship between Brook and Justin.  They argued.  They fought.  They screamed at each other in French!  And they loved each other with a love that overcame all the diversity in their lives.

 

I was very curious to find out the details of how Brook ended up in Monaco after her mother's death.  The author ties everything together nicely.

 

I have the second book of the "Ladies of the Manor" on my shelf and will be reading it next.  I'm looking forward to learning more about Brice, Lord Worthing.

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ From the Start by Melissa Tagg

 

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 Blurb:

 

Kate Walker used to believe in true love and happily ever after. While her own love life may have left her brokenhearted, it hasn't kept her from churning out made-for-TV romance movie screenplays...until a major career slump and a longing to do something meaningful send her running back to her hometown of Maple Valley.

Permanently sidelined by an injury, former NFL quarterback Colton Greene is temporarily hiding out in a friend's hometown to avoid the media and the reminders of all he's lost. Maple Valley seems like the perfect place to learn how to adjust to normal life. The only trouble is he's never really done normal before.

While Kate plays things safe and Colton is all about big risks and grand gestures, they both get what it's like to desperately need direction in life. An unexpected project gives them both a chance to jumpstart their new lives, but old wounds and new dreams are hard to ignore. Starting over wasn't part of the plan, but could it be the best thing that's ever happened to them?  

My Thoughts:

 

It took me forever to finally get this book finished!  I've been so busy with life that it took me a while to find the time to dig in.

 

Finally, we went camping for 3 days and I had lots of time to read!

 

I always seem to enjoy reading books that are based around sports and this book featured football.  More specifically, a football player.  Well, ex-football player.

 

Football, writing, tornados, floods and romance made this a great read.

 

One weird thing about the book that I had to get used to was jumping forward in time.  At the end of each chapter, the timeline would go a whole day, week, or even month forward and continue the story from there.  It confused me the first few times and made me think that I had messed up my place in reading.  Like I had skipped something.  But then the author would explain what happened during the time that was missing.  Make sense???

 

After I finally had some time and got used to the writing style, I thoroughly enjoyed this book.

 

I'm so excited that this is the first book of the Walker Family Series.  That means a whole new family to get to know and love.

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ Beneath a Prairie Moon by Kim Vogel Sawyer

 

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 Blurb:

 

Estelle Brantley grew up in affluence and knows exactly how to behave in high society. But when she is cast from the social registers due to her father's illegal dealings, she finds herself forced into a role she never imagined: tutoring rough Kansas ranchers in the subjects of manners and morals so they can "marry up" with their mail-order brides.

 

Mack Cleveland, whose father was swindled by a mail-order bride, wants no part of the scheme to bring Eastern women to Spiveyville, Kansas, and he's put off by the snooty airs and fastidious behavior of the "little city gal" in their midst. But as time goes by, his heart goes out to the teacher who tries so diligently to smooth the rough edges from the down-to-earth men. How can he teach her that perfection won't bring happiness?  

My Thoughts:

 

I so wanted to like this book!

 

The premise was hopeful but it just ending up being "OK" to me.

 

The heroine, Abigail, was so "hoity-toity" and extremely prim and proper.  To a fault, even.  At the same time, she was timid as a mouse and hid behind her employer, Mrs. Bingham.

 

Mack, the hero, was a bit too polished and precise to be truly believable in the setting.  He was even a bit anal himself.

 

The story was just a bit too slow-moving for me and I found myself wanting to skim instead really READ.

 

Oh, well.  On to the next book!

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ Sandpiper Cove by Irene Hannon

 

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 Blurb:

 

Hope Harbor police chief Lexie Graham has plenty on her plate raising her son alone and dealing with a sudden rash of petty theft and vandalism in her coastal Oregon hometown. As a result, she has zero time for extracurricular activities--including romance.

Ex-con Adam Stone isn't looking for love either--but how ironic is it that the first woman to catch his eye is a police chief? Yet wishing for things that can never be is foolish.

Nevertheless, when Lexie enlists Adam's help to keep a young man from falling into a life of crime, sparks begin to fly. And as they work together, it soon becomes apparent that God may have a different--and better--future planned for them than either could imagine.

My Thoughts:

 

Sigh.....

 

That is how this book left me feeling!

 

I absolutely adored reading Sandpiper Cove, the third book in the Hope Harbor series.  I've read the first two books of the series within the past few weeks so the characters and the setting were fresh in my mind.

 

While I believe this book can be read as a stand-alone, I would recommend reading the series from the start.  You will have a much better grasp of the characters involved throughout the series as well as the community of Hope Harbor.

 

I have to admit, I didn't know how a romance between a police chief and an ex-con would play out.  And that intrigued me!

 

The author does a wonderful job of creating Adam Stone's character into being one to fall in love with even though he has a checkered past.

 

Lexie has secrets of her own that haunt her past and she has to work through them as well.

 

This is a wonderful book and a wonderful series.  I can't wait to read more!  I believe there are a few more books to the series :) 

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ The Captured Bride by Michelle Griep

 

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 Blurb:

 

A War-Torn Countryside Is No Place for a Lady 

 Mercy Lytton is a lady like none other. Raised amongst the Mohawks, she straddles two cultures, yet each are united in one cause. . .to defeat the French. Born with a rare gift of unusually keen eyesight, she is chosen as a scout to accompany a team of men on a dangerous mission. Yet it is not her life that is threatened. It is her heart. 

 

Condemned as a traitor, Elias Dubois faces the gallows. At the last minute, he is offered his freedom if he consents to accompany a stolen shipment of French gold to a nearby fort—but he is the one they stole it from in the first place. It turns out that the real thief is the beguiling woman, Mercy Lytton, for she steals his every waking thought.  

 

Can love survive divided loyalties in a backcountry wilderness?

My Thoughts:

 

I found this book on the new release shelf a the Library and snagged it up.

 

I can't remember the last time I read a book set during this time period.  It has been a long time but I have read other books by this author.

 

I absolutely LOVED this book!

 

It was full of excitement and adventure and romance.

 

Mercy Lytton was a spectacular heroine who was strong and brave and everything a warrior princess should be.

 

Elias Dubois was quite the puzzle at first.  I wasn't sure which way the whole "traitor" angle was going to take.

 

I loved everything about this book.  The setting, the characters and the intrigue.  But especially the romance :)

 

 

 

 

  



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Book Review ~ Sea Rose Lane by Irene Hannon

 

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Blurb:

 

Three-Time RITA Winner Invites Readers Back to the Captivating Coastal Town of Hope Harbor

 

After a devastating layoff, attorney Eric Nash heads back to the town where he grew up--only to discover that his childhood home is being transformed into a bed & breakfast. Instead of plotting his next career move in peace, he's constantly distracted by noise, chaos--and BJ Stevens, the attractive but prickly blonde architect and construction chief who's invaded the house with her motley crew.

 

As for BJ, her client's son might be handsome, but after a disastrous romance, dating isn't high on her agenda. Yet when they join forces to create a program for Hope Harbor seniors, might they also find healing, hope, and a new beginning themselves?

My Thoughts:

 

I found this book on a bottom shelf at Ollie's hiding between some other books and was so excited!  I had read the first book of the "Hope Harbor" series and really enjoyed it and knew that Irene Hannon does not disappoint!

 

The book starts out with a bang.  Seriously!

 

I loved visiting the people in Hope Harbor again, especially Eleanor and Charley.  It was also nice to get to know some new characters.

 

Eric and BJ's romance was so sweet and lovely.  I couldn't wait to read how everything would turn out for them.

 

The concept was a bit like the first book of the series with some twists.  Enough twists to make it interesting and unique in its own right.

 

Lucky me, I have the third book of the series on my shelf from the Library!

 

To read the First Lines of Sea Rose Lane click HERE! 

 

 

 

 

  



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