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     Immortal men like Rhys Glyndwr belong to forgotten fables—along with his reincarnating wife—but instead, they haunt the mind of a modern scientist, Isla Belle Thorne. Like an old blanket, visions of the healer servant and his wife, the daughter of a duke, have comforted Isla Belle, the only constant in her unstable childhood.
     When her mother is hospitalized for a mental breakdown, Isla Belle fears for her own health and keeps the visions a secret. As Isla Belle starts her new job at a renowned medical organization, she comes face to face with Rhys—the same man from her visions.
     She’s told an impossible tale of a love that death cannot kill. Surrounded by science but faced with an implausible legend, Isla Belle must decide what to believe and what to leave behind.

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​Once And Future Wife - Clarissa Kae
      This story is so many things, but the love story in it is so sweet and heart wrenching at the same time. I love the old and the new.
      The characters are well developed and their emotions are easy to feel. Following Isla Belle and Rhys through the story is truly a riveting experience. There is so much happening all through the story.
       The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow along.
     I highly recommend this beautiful love story to other readers.
       I give this story a literary rating of 5/5

                                                                  Rhys I had as Paul Walker

Snippet #1
        Lady Isla Belle leaned against the window, the morning sun sharing its obnoxious, cheerful rays. There was little light in her room; she hid in plain
sight. She shifted her weight on the walking stick and kept her vigil. Last night, long after the castle had gone to bed, Rhys had left, his medical bag attached to the saddle. He had turned, casting a long look at her window, before disap‐
pearing from the courtyard.
        It was a turn in their usual dance, Isla Belle observing him instead of being watched. Isla Belle was continually aware of his presence, but lately, his gaze, his entire being was more intense. She touched her temple, remembering his lips on her skin. He had kissed her—and she’d thought of little else.

Snippet #2
        The cold night air nipped at my skin, the temperature falling as we inched closer to the holidays. Stephen had tried once more to convince me to stay home but I owed my mother—and myself—some answers. An army of silk dresses and black tuxedos made their way up the two-prong staircase of the Stanford mansion. Earlier, Stephen had told me that Leland Stanford built the mansion in Sacramento years before he built the university in Palo Alto. I’d almost told Stephen that I had no memory of Leland, only his wife, Jane—an impossible idea. The Stanfords were buried a century before my birth.

Snippet #3
       A breeze caressed the leaves, ruffling the stolen tunic on Rhys’ raw back. The pain seared through him, setting Rhys’ nerves on edge. The wind carried the sound of rope stretching. The borrowed horse neighed, fidgeting under the saddle and shying away from the line of trees. Rhys held the reins firm but the horse nervously backed away. Searching for the culprit, Rhys froze.
        Twirling at the end of a rope, swung four dead men. Rhys tucked a sleeping Isla Belle tighter against his chest and pushed the horse to a gallop. They rode for hours, long past sunset and on into the night. The image of the hung men followed him, pounding in his head in rhythm with the horse’s hooves. It’s why he drugged Milford’s small army instead of killing them despite the temptation. The temptation to kill was very real—even now. With his back ripped to shreds, he wondered if he’d made the correct choice. He shook the thought. He would not become like the captain or the king. This wasn’t the country he’d hope to return to. He’d spent his life fighting death, not inviting it.

ABOUT the AUTHOR:

      ​Clarissa Kae is a preeminent voice whose professional career began as a freelance editor in 2007. She's the former president of her local California Writers Club after spending several years as the Critique Director.
       Since her first novel, she's explored different writing genres and created a loyal group of fans who eagerly await her upcoming release. With numerous awards to her name, Clarissa continues to honor the role of storyteller.
    Aside from the writing community, she and her daughters founded Kind Girls Make Strong Women to help undervalued nonprofit organizations—from reuniting children with families to giving Junior Olympic athletes their shot at success.
        She lives in the agricultural belly of California with her family and farm of horses, chickens, dogs and kittens aplenty.
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Trust by Aphra Wilson
Publication date: August 1st 2020
Genres: Crime, Young Adult
Synopsis:     Anna spends her life longing to escape her home town.
        After her latest plan goes wrong, she’s forced to navigate a world of danger, drugs and violence alone.
       She must make enough money to pay a debt and get her ticket out of there.
          She has a week to do it. No big deal, right?
          Her simple plan becomes complicated as she quickly accumulates trouble. A violent drug dealer, a Police Detective with a hunch, and an unwelcome admirer with something to offer are among the many hurdles Anna encounters.
      As she faces up to her own past and the growing danger she’s in, she learns what the people around her are capable of.
            Everyone wants something, but how far will they go to get it?
            A story of friendship and sacrifice in the face of adversity.
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Extract 1-
     She lay in bed at night, listening in to the darkness for Davie coming back.
     His unique key jangle. The double shuffle of his feet wiping on the mat outside as he opened the door. That odd fake cough as he hung his jacket on the hook. The feeling was familiar. Staining her ears at the quietest time, holding her breath for a sign. Only now it was a different person she was waiting for. She felt small in her bed again. But this time she wouldn’t be left alone.
      Just a few more days till she was out of here, and back with him. This was just a pause, not an eject.
       She wanted to dream, close her eyes, and be somewhere else. She concentrated on slowing her breath, slower, longer. The edges began softening, the lines between face and pillow, organs, and the universe. Atoms spreading, merging, changing, drifting, then falling, faster, too fast. Then drop. Hard and sharp. Hitting the bed and back within the boundary of her solidity and goose-bumped skin. Still here. Listening into the night.

​AUTHOR BIO:
         Aphra Wilson is a mother of three, a tattoo artist by day and a writer in the middle of the night.
       She lives in Scotland with her husband and children, and enjoys reading and writing women's fiction. Her work is influenced by her passion for strong female characters, finding strength in adversity and finding comedy in hard situations.
           You can get in touch with her here, Website ~ Instagram

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The Good Samaritan by Melynda Price
Publication date: July 30th 2020 ~ Genres: Adult, Thriller
Synopsis:
“Only through death, can one truly experience life...”
~The Good Samaritan
      With dreams of becoming an Emergency physician, resident Dr. Emma Rhodes has struggled to overcome the tragedy of her past. She’s moving on with her life and reinventing herself despite the guilt that still haunts her. Emma’s goals are finally within her grasp, and the fresh start she’s worked so hard for is hers for the taking. Or is it?
       Shot in the line of duty, Detective Sawyer Gerrard owes Dr. Rhodes his life. A budding friendship with the doctor quickly ignites into a complicated relationship when a series of murders leads him to believe she’s being targeted by a serial killer. When the Good Samaritan claims yet another victim, the investigation takes a dangerous turn. The killer knows Emma’s secret and he’s toying with Sawyer, pulling them into a deadly game of cat and mouse where there’s only one rule: nothing is as it seems…
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      Melynda Price is a bestselling and award-winning author of contemporary romance. Her Against the Cage series has finaled in many awards such as the RONE, USA Today BBA, Golden Quill, National Readers’ Choice, and New England Readers’ Choice.
    What Price enjoys most about writing is the chance to make her readers fall in love, over and over again. She cites the greatest challenge of writing is making the unbelievable believable, while taking her characters to the limit with stories full of passion and unique twists and turns. Salting stories with undertones of history whenever possible, Price adds immeasurable depth to her well-crafted books. She currently lives in Northern Minnesota with her husband and two children where she has plenty of snow-filled days to curl up in front of the fireplace with her Chihuahua and a hot cup of coffee to write.

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Title: For the Win (a Standalone Baseball Romance)
Author: Raine Thomas
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Book Blurb:
         Determination.
        It’s what gets Jasmine Li out of bed every morning. She’s determined to overcome the injury that has derailed her career in ballet, the only love she’s ever known. She can’t afford to allow a baseball player to distract her, no matter how hot and persistent he might be.
         Commitment.
     Will Campbell defines the word. It’s what makes him a successful pitcher and it’s helping him learn how to be a single dad to a little girl with plenty of trust issues. Just his luck, the one person his daughter—and his heart—finally respond to is a stubborn, sexy ballerina with plans that don’t involve relationships or children.
         But Will didn’t become the best closer in the majors by giving up. He knows what he wants and what his daughter needs, and he’s going to get it. Jasmine Li has met her match...and he’s playing for the win.
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          In the pursuit of her heart, winning is the only option.
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​Excerpt #1
“Don’t I know you, kid?”
Will nearly rolled his eyes over the grizzled Uber driver’s question, but he didn’t want to look like the kid he’d just been called. He was twenty-two, for Christ’s sake. He wasn’t a damn kid.
“I play ball,” he replied.
“Hot damn,” the driver declared, jerking the wheel so much in his excitement that Will braced himself. “You’re Will Campbell! I’ve got Will Campbell in my car!”
“Yep.”
The driver turned to look at him over his shoulder. “You look a little different without your ball cap on. I’m a huge fan. You’re one of the most promising young pitchers I’ve seen in years. I don’t know how you pulled out that win against New York to end the season. Shame it didn’t get us into the playoffs.”
The car crept toward the double yellow lines on the road. Will tightened his grip on the chicken stick. “Uh, yeah. Listen—”
“I always wondered what you guys did in the off season. Do you live here in Denver then?”
Will’s eyes were glued to the road. The car’s tires thudded as they hit the reflectors lining the center of the road, finally prompting the driver to glance back out the windshield and yank the wheel the other way.
“Yep,” Will choked out.
He didn’t mention that they were on the way to his neighborhood now. The driver seemed like the kind of guy who would drop by unexpectedly if he knew that.
“It’s been a bitterly cold fall,” the driver commented, his eyes now mostly on the road. “But it’s nearly winter now, isn’t it? Just another week or so to go.”
Will was relieved when the driver slid back into his standard “kill the time” banter and stopped bouncing in his seat over the fact that Will played professional baseball. His stomach reeled from the driver’s erratic swerving, and it was being urged along by the overwhelming scent of lemon and cheeseburgers floating through the car’s heating system. Those tequila shots he’d done on top of the whiskey were starting to feel like a terrible idea.
Fortunately, it didn’t take much longer to get to their destination. He had given the driver an address a few blocks from his house. It was a safety measure his father had suggested years ago when Will first started living on his own. There had been several times when the advice had saved his ass, especially once he became more well known.
They pulled up to the curb in front of the dark dwelling belonging to the incorrect address. “Nice neighborhood,” the driver observed as he entered their arrival into his app.
Will finished entering a tip amount in the app on his own phone, knowing he’d likely forget otherwise. “Yeah, it’s quiet,” he said as he reached for his door handle. “Thanks for the ride.”
“Hey, wait. Can I get your autograph?”
Although Will wanted nothing more than to exit the car into the crisp December air, he obliged the driver by signing a couple of greasy napkins that looked as though they were the source of the cheeseburger smell. He signed one for the driver and one, he was told, for the driver’s son, then made his escape.
As soon as the car pulled away and turned out of sight, Will walked along the silent suburban streets to his house. His head throbbed dully with every step he took, telling him he was sobering up. A frigid wind had him picking up the pace and burying his hands in the pockets of his Berluti suede bomber jacket. He sure as hell wouldn’t miss the Denver winters, he mused as he finally headed up the path to his front door and fished his keys out of his pocket.
He struggled with finding the right key on his heavily shadowed front porch. The cold night air quickly numbed his fingers. He dropped the keys with a jarring clang.
Cursing, he shifted and bent to look for them, swaying a little as the alcohol rushed to his head. He fought to correct his balance. His foot connected with the keys, sending them skittering under one of the two porch chairs.
He cursed again, more loudly this time, and lowered himself into a squat to retrieve them. He couldn’t see a damn thing under the chair.
Having an a-ha moment, he pulled out his phone and triggered the flashlight. He turned the resulting beam toward the chair and caught the glint of light off metal.
Then the shadows in the second chair moved.
He jerked and aimed the phone toward the second chair. His racing heart calmed as fear eased into confusion. There was a small, shivering lump sitting in the chair…a lump with two long braids and wide, glistening eyes staring right at him.
A little girl.
Why the hell was there a little girl on his front porch?

​Author Bio
Raine Thomas is the award-winning author of bestselling Young Adult and New Adult fiction. Known for character-driven stories that inspire the imagination, Raine has signed with multiple award-winning producer Chase Chenowith of Back Fence Productions to bring her popular Daughters of Saraqael trilogy to the big screen. She's a proud indie author who is living the dream. When she isn't writing or glued to e-mail or social networking sites, Raine can usually be found vacationing with her husband and daughter on one of Florida's beautiful beaches or crossing the border to visit with her Canadian friends and relatives.
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Queen of Fate & Fire
by Annie Anderson
(Rogue Ethereal #6)
Publication date: July 28th 2020
Genres: Adult, Urban Fantasy

Synopsis:A crown I don’t want. A bargain I can’t take back. A life I refuse to sacrifice.
After four hundred years on my own, one would think I’d be able to walk away and never look back. I’d done it a thousand times before with nary an inkling of guilt. But with my brand new predicament, there is no way I can turn down the offered bargain—not if I want everyone I love to stay alive.
Now, all I have to do is trek through the very realm I nearly died to keep sealed. Sure. Because there’s no way that could go wrong.
Unseelie Court, here I come.


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AUTHOR BIO:
Annie Anderson is a military wife and United States Air Force veteran. Originally from Dallas, Texas, she is a southern girl at heart, but has lived all over the US and abroad. As soon as the military stops moving her family around, she'll settle on a state, but for now she enjoys being a nomad with her husband, two daughters, an old man of a dog, and a young pup that makes life... interesting.


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From the Lake House: A Mother’s Odyssey of Loss and Love by Kristen Rademacher
Publisher:  She Writes Press (July 21, 2020)
Category: Memoir, Grief, Motherhood
Tour Dates August and September, 2020
ISBN: 978-1631528668
Available in Print and ebook,237 pages
Book Description:
​        Dizzy with grief after a shattering breakup, Kristen did what any sensible thirty-nine-year-old woman would do: she fled, abandoning her well-ordered life in metropolitan Boston and impulsively relocating to a college town in North Carolina to start anew with a freshly divorced southerner.
      Dismissing the neon signs that flashed Rebound Relationship, Kristen was charmed by the host of contrasts with her new beau. He loved hunting and country music, she loved yoga and NPR; he worried about nothing, she worried about everything. The luster of her new romance and small-town lifestyle soon―and predictably―faded, but by then a pregnancy test stick had lit up. As Kristen’s belly grew, so did her concern about the bond with her partner―and so did a fierce love for her unborn child. Ready or not, she was about to become a mother. And then, tragedy struck.
         Poignant and insightful, From the Lake House explores the echoes of rash decisions and ill-fated relationships, the barren and disorienting days an aching mother faces without her baby, and the mysterious healing that can take root while rebuilding a life gutted from loss.

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REVIEW by LAWonder10:
Brokenhearted and needing an escape, Kristen left a comfortable, well-paying job in Boston to co-habit with a man she had met a few months earlier and had became enamored with. Had she made a mistake?  

Kristen was thirty-nine and wanted a child but with a man she could partner with in raising the child. The relationship had its "ups and downs" but then she found she was pregnant...

Kristen's story is one many will relate to and others will emphasize with. It is a very "touching" story of a woman in a relationship not going anywhere, so finally had realized the finality to it. She was near the end of her child-bearing years, so time was of the essence. 

When Kristen conceived, her life was not as she expected. The ensuing months changed her whole life.

This is a memoir which stimulates various emotions within ones being.. It keeps one mesmerized the whole way through the book. 

This seems so real! The characters and scenes both are portrayed well.
the Cover Image and the Title are attractive and are well-chosen.

*Reader Beware: there are a few words of profanity.
I offer a Four and a Half Stars rating
I was gifted this book with no pressure for a  positive review. This is my honest review.

      “Over the course of this book, in well-structured, descriptive prose, Rademacher effectively leads readers through a gradually withering romantic relationship that culminates in a tragedy . . . Some of the most painful sections of the book are her loving letters to the little girl whom she held for but an hour, and whom she named Carly. It soon becomes clear that these missives helped to lead her back from a precipice of despair, so that she could finally face her future. A poignant and painful remembrance with comforting messages for the grieving.”-Kirkus Reviews
      “Kristen Rademacher’s achingly honest memoir about her losses of place, partner, and much-anticipated baby daughter Carly resonates with courage and an abiding gratitude for the preciousness of life. A truly tender reflection about loss that illuminates the devastating experience of baby loss.”-Janel Atlas, writer and editor of They Were Still Born: Personal Stories about Stillbirth
       “From the Lake House is an intimate, inspiring story of surviving in a world where blessings and tragedy walk hand in hand. Written with tender honesty and luscious language, it is a joy to read, even amidst the pangs of heartache and loss. As a bereaved mother, I found myself nodding in agreement with so many of Rademacher’s experiences of life after the death of a child . . . This book is for memoir-lovers and anyone who finds themselves in a turbulent relationship or who has said goodbye to a dearly loved child . . . Rademacher champions solitude for its healing capacities and the wholeness birthed from dogged, hard-earned resiliency. Perceptive and endearing, it is a moving saga of motherhood.”-Alexis Marie Chute, award-winning author of Expecting Sunshine: A Journey of Grief, Healing, and Pregnancy After Loss
       “In this beautifully written and poignant memoir, we learn that though people and dreams die, relationships don’t. If we’re attuned, the dead can transform our lives, offering enduring love and guidance―and hope.”-Carol Henderson, author of Losing Malcolm: A Mother’s Journey Through Loss and Farther Along: The Writing Journey of Thirteen Bereaved Mothers

​Kristen Rademacher has lived in Chapel Hill, North Carolina since 2002, which is when she began writing. FROM THE LAKE HOUSE is her first memoir. With a Master’s Degree in Education and a Professional Coaching Certification, Kristen is an Academic Coach and ADHD Specialist at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She also leads trainings and presentations at national conferences on the topic of academic coaching.
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A Bridge Home (Back to Bluestone River #3)
By Virginia McCullough
Contemporary Romance |  Paperback & ebook, 384 Pages
August 1, 2020 by Harlequin Heartwarming
SYNOPSIS:
              Will a new beginning…    Lead to forever?
        What  good is a home without a family? School principal Eric Wells finally has the house he’s always wanted, but a painful childhood   makes hi  m question his ability to be a father. So when his high school crush Amy Morgan returns to Bluestone River with her troubled daughter, he’s surprised to find he wants to be there for both of them. Will Amy finally give him a chance?
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REVIEW by LAWonder10:
Principal Eric Wells returned to the place he grew up in, then had to leave. Now he was back to the town he loved, the "fixer-upper" home he'd always wanted, and was performing in his "dream job".  The only thing he felt was missing was the girl he'd always loved but neverbhad a chance with. 

Amy Morgan and her precious daughter, Cassie, moved back to live, once again, with Amy's grandparents who raised her. She had neglected to be for them a she should have because she was trying desperately to save her failed marriage. She had loved Scott Morgan from her early youth. She was delighted when in High School he noticed her and they became an "item". To her grandparents dismay, she married him right out of High School and moved to Chicago... Had she truly loved him, or was it the image and idea of him? Whatever, he was definitely self-centered and not "cut out" to be a Dad. He made false promises and was seldom around.

Now, months after her divorce, she was where she needed to be. Her grandparents needed help and she needed someone to help with Cassie, while she was at her part time job. Cassie often "acted out", causing problems because of her instability with her parents relationship. Therefore, it was no surprise when shortly admitting her daughter to the new school, she was notified she needed to meet with the principle concerning her daughter's rebelliousness.

Eric and Amy had worked together on the school paper and were friends. They had both changed. However, Amy was quite impressed with the way he confronted issues with his students. The more she became acquainted with him, the more she was impressed. 

This is a familiar scenario of life in a small town. Many of the youth are anxious to leave, yet often, it is the place they return to. Also, it suggested how often views of youth change and what really matters becomes much more clear.

This is a wonderful small town story with typical small town dilemmas. It is a relaxing drama with a few "twists".

The characters feel very real and the scenes easily visualized. It just slightly lacks depth for a Five Stars rating from me so I offer a Four Stars rating.
*This book was gifted me with no pressure for a positive review.
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​Born and raised in Chicago, Virginia McCullough has been lucky enough to develop her writing career in many locations, including the coast of Maine, the mountains of North Carolina, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and currently, Northeast Wisconsin. She started her career in nonfiction, first writing articles and then books as a ghostwriter and coauthor. She’s written more than 100 books for physicians, business owners, professional speakers and many others with information to share or a story to tell.

Virginia’s books feature characters who could be your neighbors and friends. They come in all ages and struggle with everyday life issues in small-town environments that almost always include water—oceans, lakes, or rivers. The mother of two grown children, you’ll find Virginia with her nose a book, walking on trails or her neighborhood street, or she may be packing her bag to take off for her next adventure. And she’s always working on another story about hope, healing, and second chances.

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Hasty (Do-Over Series, #4) by Julia Kent
Publication date: July 28th 2020
Genres: Adult, Comedy, Romance
Synopsis:      AN ALL-NEW STANDALONE FROM NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR JULIA KENT
      I never thought my perp walk would lead to true love.
          Then again, I never thought I’d be arrested on RICO charges and hauled away in zip ties on camera for the world to see, minutes after closing the most amazing deal of my career.
          And all of it in front of my biggest viral, billionaire wunderkind Ian McRory.
          I am broke.... I am disgraced.... I am alone...
          I am a sucker.
    But the worst part? I have to go back to my hometown and live in my bedroom filled with relics from my childhood.
          Lisa Frank never made me so mad before.
          Just when I needed a rescue, I got one — in the form of help from my biggest rival.
          He can’t bring back my money.
          He certainly can’t bring back my reputation or my pride.
          But there’s one thing he can bring back to me.... A sense of hope.... Maybe even love.
        Ian sees something in me no one else does, and he’s relentless about making me see it, too. As we grow closer, I’m starting to see that while my entire life used to be a lie, the truth is staring me in the present — and it’s a truth I like very, very much, hot eyes and gorgeous smile and all.... But I have to be careful.... I can’t be too — That’s right. Hasty.
       
       The final book in the USA Today bestselling Do-Over Series (Fluffy, Perky, Feisty), as Mallory’s sister, Hastings “Hasty” Monahan gets her turn at a happily ever after that starts off with an arrest... Hers.

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AUTHOR BIO:  New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Julia Kent writes romantic comedy with an edge. Since 2013, she has sold more than 2 million books, with 4 New York Times bestsellers and more than 19 appearances on the USA Today bestseller list. Her books have been translated into French and German, with more titles releasing in 2020 and beyond.
   From billionaires to BBWs to new adult rock stars, Julia finds a sensual, goofy joy in every contemporary romance she writes. Unlike Shannon from Shopping for a Billionaire, she did not meet her husband after dropping her phone in a men's room toilet (and he isn't a billionaire she met in a romantic comedy).
         She lives in New England with her husband and three children where she is the only person in the household with the gene required to change empty toilet paper rolls.
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Falling for the Innkeeper By Meghann Whistler
Inspirational Contemporary Romance
Paperback & ebook, 224 Pages | July 21, 2020 by Love Inspired
BOOK DESCRIPTION:
           She’s the home he never expected to find.
           A battle for a charming Cape Cod inn…
           But what happens when romance checks in?
    Single mom Laura Lessoway won’t accept her mother’s plan of selling her late grandmother’s inn without a fight. But when big-city attorney Jonathan Masters arrives to arrange an offer from his client, she’s drawn to him. And working together as he helps with repairs only brings them closer. With his career and her home on the line, can they ever find common ground?
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REVIEW by VICKIE:
Falling For The Innkeeper - Meghann Whistler 

I love this story. It has situations good and bad that we all have to deal with in this life. I love the Inn and their little town on the cape. The friendly people there are the type of friends most of us want to have in our lives. The decisions Jonathan makes are one of the things that makes this story a hit.

The characters are all well-developed and it is easy to feel their emotions.
The cover and title of the book are a perfect match for the story.
I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy a good love story.
I give this story a literary rating of 5/5

ABOUT the AUTHOR:

​Meghann Whistler writes sweet, clean contemporary Christian romance novels that WON'T make your grandmother blush. A hopeless romantic who met her husband on a blind date, Meghann recently left her marketing career to pursue her lifelong passion of writing sweet, hopeful stories that demonstrate the power of love and grace. Before settling down with her rocket scientist husband and raising three rambunctious boys, she earned a B.A. in English from Amherst College and an M.F.A. in creative writing from Emerson College. She loves to hear from her readers, who can reach her at www.meghannwhistler.com. 

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Heir of Arcadia - Deborah Adams and Kimberley Perkins 

      What a fun story. I liked the mystery of Arcadia. I enjoyed learning the differences between the Earth and Arcadia.
      The characters are all well-developed and it is easy to feel their emotions. Julian and Quinn have a great connection and one of my favorite characters is Delcie. They couldn't have survived without her.
        The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow along.
       The cover of the book is awesome and it along with the title are a great fit for the story.
     I highly recommend this book to all those who love a wonderful adventure.
     I give this story a literary rating of 5/5

written by vickie

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       DEBORAH ADAMS and KIMBERLEY PERKINS are authors of the Award-Winning Waypoint series. They are friends and coworkers sharing a love of coffee, literature, and teenagers saving the world. Both live in Huntsville, Alabama, working by day for a contractor supporting the Department of Defense, and by night writing spectacular adventures. For more information about Deborah Adams and Kimberley Perkins go to www.adamsperkins.com.

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How Sweet It Is (Lagacy of Faith, #3)
By Robin Lee Hatcher
Christian Contemporary Romance
Paperback, Audiobook & ebook, 304 Pages
July 14th 2020 by Thomas Nelson
Book Blurb:
     He lost his brother. She lost her dream. Together, they might find what they’re really looking for.
       Holly Stanford is doing the best she can with the restaurant she inherited from her late uncle. But after her fiancé abandons her and the business, Holly regrets having given up her dream of becoming a pastry chef. Now a few bad financial decisions might cost her everything, including her hope for the future.
       Jed Henning has done well with his new company despite his prodigal brother’s behavior. When Jed‘s father, the controlling member of the board of directors, temporarily suspends operations until his sons work out their differences, Jed resentfully chases his brother, Chris, to Boise. There Jed rents a basement apartment from Holly and hopes to convince Chris to get his act together before their company collapses.
        Unaware that Holly is the one person who can help him get through to Chris, Jed starts the tough work of reconciliation armed with little more than a few family photographs, a stack of old letters, and a Bible that belonged to his great-grandfather, Andrew Henning. And as romance blossoms between Holly and Jed, the story of Jed’s great-grandfather highlights the power of God across the generations and the legacy of a family’s courageous faith.
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Launch - Author Interview:
         What do you hope readers will take with them after they’ve read it?

       First, I hope readers will find a sweet romance at the center of the story. I enjoy writing about two people who don’t want to fall in love but who fall in love anyway. Second and most important, I pray that readers will take one step closer to God because of something they find in How Sweet It Is.

All-of-kind Mom - Review
          "Another story about some broken people finding their way.
          A story about trusting, forgiveness, and love. . . . Robin Lee Hatcher writes sweet romances that show us God’s love. This book is an excellent [example] of this."

Simply Susan - Review
         "Robin Lee Hatcher’s books have always been an automatic read for me. Her Legacy of Faith series has certainly been very heartwarming and poignant, this book pouring many blessings into my heart. . . . So many precious nuggets were found in this book. Highly recommended."

Red Headed Book Lady - Review
          "When you pick up a Robin Lee Hatcher book you know it's going to be good! . . . Hatcher has done a nice job in tying the past with the present together once again. . . . I highly recommend this book because you'll not want to put it down until you finish. This book will leave you feeling full and satisfied after a good read. Kind of like a wonderful dessert."

Hearts & Scribbles - Excerpt
           “Thanks. You too. How are the wedding plans?”
        “That’s why I’m here. Holly and I were going over wedding-cake ideas and looking at all the bride magazines I could find.”
            Jed took a half step back. “Sounds like I’m intruding after all.”
            “No, you’re not. We’re done. I was about to head home.” Trixie tipped her head slightly to one side.
          Jed had the sudden feeling that he was being measured, studied, put under a microscope. Not a comfortable sensation.

Britt Reads Fiction - Review
             "This novel was a nice way to round out the Legacy of Faith series. I believe that it can be read and understood without reading the first two books in the series. However, I feel that I had a greater appreciation for the historical portion of the novel because I have read the entire series.
I thought that Jed and Holly’s relationship growth throughout the story felt realistic."

ReviewsByErin - Review
            "There was a beautiful layer of faith presented, and hope for those facing family conflicts. I can imagine a lot of people will enjoy this as a light read. I would highly recommend reading the whole series to get the full impact of Andrew's story."

fierymermaidbooks - Review
            "I loved this book! It made me want to bake a million things! . . . The family aspect was also super interesting! If you are looking for a great contemporary, then I suggest this one!"
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Ponderings from the Inglenook - Review
           "The story is one of healing and love and family and belonging. You go on the journey with Holly and Jed, two people who are dealing with their own set of struggles of trust, hurt and wanting something more. Along with their story, is the story of Jed's grandfather, Andrew. Popping back and forth from present day to Grandpa Andrew's day, the story of family and legacy is told. It was a heartwarming story that slowly took you from one place to the next with each chapter."

Christy's Cozy Corners - Review
             "How Sweet It Is is just as sweet as its title suggests! It’s a clean, inspirational romance that will challenge you to trust that God has your future in His hands. . . . The characters and the love that develops between them are very believable. But I think that the best part of the book is watching God’s plan unfold. . . . I have always loved Robin Lee Hatcher’s books, and How Sweet It Is is no exception."

reviewingbooksplusmore - Review
            "How Sweet It Is was a book that had me hooked from the very first word. I love reading books that connect with two time periods.
              I loved Andrew and Helen’s story that was set in 1969 to 1970. They had such a fantastic love story. . . . The characters were so real to me. I could visualize what they were doing."

Daysong Reflections - Review
        "As can be expected, How Sweet It Is uses Andrew’s bible to once again bring a family member back to their walk of faith. . . . It was encouraging to read about how seeming coincidences actually became evident as the obvious leading of the Lord.
         A sweet romance, How Sweet It Is was easy to read and enjoyable. Although filled with scripture references, the faith element was not intrusive and did not detract from the story."

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Pause for Tales - Review
          "There was many beautiful lessons and truths in this story that pulled at my heartstrings. I enjoyed watching each of the people grow into better versions of themselves as they took away lessons from their ancestor Andrew Henning. This was a beautiful story of family and their legacy of faith and what that can mean for generations."

Splashes of Joy - Review
            "I have read many of Robin Lee Hatcher’s books and love them all, and was excited to read and review this one. There is so much in this story, twists and turns that surprise you, making it a wonderful and entertaining read. If you enjoy a good clean Christian fiction, you don’t want to miss How Sweet It Is. Because Jed and Holly’s story truly is a really sweet story."

Rockin' Book Reviews - Review
           "This is a really nice love story, within a love story. . . . The characters were all portrayed well and very endearing. Although this [drama] was very predictable, it was very well written and inspiring."

Read Review Rejoice - Excerpt
            “Holly, you may be older than me, but you don’t know much about men. Have you noticed the way he looks at you?”
            It frightened her, thinking Trixie might be right. It frightened her even more, thinking she wanted her   sister to be right. “Don’t.”
            “Don’t what?”
            “Don’t read too much into it. I . . . I’m not ready.”
 
Adventurous Bookworm - Review
             "I was elated when I found that I'd get to read the third book of this series. I had read book two at its release last year and was eagerly waiting to read this one. I am happy to say that it lived up to my expectations. . . . All in all, I enjoyed this last book and it was definitely the uplifting read that I had been craving."

Locks, Hooks and Books - Review
            "I loved this sweet and delightful read. I adored Jed and Holly. They had perfect chemistry, making the book fun and entertaining. There was a little twist and turn I did not expect which made the story quite unpredictable. . . . I recommend it for readers who enjoy reading clean and inspiring romance."

Labor Not in Vain - Review
          "I loved returning to the Hennings family as this book continues to follow Andrew and Helen decades previous, while also catching up with their descendants in the present. The dual timelines are well written and compliment each other well. I loved the themes of faith and commitment, as Jed takes time to consider things he hasn't had time for the in the past. A heartwarming and enjoyable read about family, faith, new opportunities and lasting love."

Loraine D Nunley, Author - Review
          "This was a sweet romance. I liked the chemistry between Holly and Jed. . . . I would recommend this as a quick clean inspirational romance. This is the third book in the series. It reads well as a stand alone."

Uplifting Reads - Excerpt
          His smile made a shiver run down her spine. A pleasurable kind of shiver. One of anticipation. Something flickered in his eyes. Understanding, perhaps. With it, his smile faded. His eyes seemed to darken as he gazed intently into hers. His right hand rose to cup her cheek, the flat of his hand gentle against her skin. She couldn’t help but press into it. She was tempted to close her eyes, but she didn’t want to break the look passing between them. His face drew closer. Was this happening?
             “Holly.” He whispered her name, as soft as a caress.
             She feared her knees would buckle. Breathe, she reminded herself. Just breathe.

Hallie Reads - Review
       "How Sweet It Is is a sweet story from Robin Lee Hatcher indeed . . . As romance and understanding grow, the present timeline complements Andrew’s one in the past to deliver a valuable message about trusting God through the good and the bad. Readers who have enjoyed the Legacy of Faith thus far are sure to enjoy this book; it is a satisfying conclusion."

Remembrancy - Review
           "How Sweet It Is has some light-hearted moments that made me smile and some tougher moments that had me reaching for the tissues. Throughout the book, the message of the power, importance, and comfort of spending time digging into God’s word and building a strong relationship with Him rings through. This is an excellent end to the series, and like the author, I am sad to say goodbye to Andrew and his descendants."

Jorie Loves A Story - Review
           "I love authors who can hook us into the emotional framework of a character immediately after we've started to read their story. With Hatcher, you don't have to wait long, as even within the Prologue of How Sweet It Is - you are rooted into the emotional heartache and anguish of Jed. . . . What I enjoyed the most though - is seeing how two ordinary people who weren't expecting anything extraordinary to happen to them suddenly find themselves in the middle of their own romance story! And that dear hearts, is why I kept turning the pages. . ."

Among the Reads - Review
            "Lovers of more serious stories with the light of faith shining through will want to be sure to read How Sweet It Is. And while it easily stands alone, it builds on the events of the previous books of the Legacy of Faith series, so you’ll want to be sure to read them as well."

Tell Tale Book Reviews - Review
        "As with the previous books in the Legacy Of Faith series Robin Lee Hatcher presents a sweet romance combined with the reality of the messiness of family. . . . As much as I enjoyed the romance between Holly and Jed . . . it was still the sections with Andrew that I most looked forward to. Across three books he's gone through tragedy and triumph from young manhood to retirement age. He has faced each struggle with love and a faith that is to be admired. . . . It was just as wonderful, and bittersweet, as its predecessors. It is very much a book that you shouldn't miss."

Beauty in the Binding - Excerpt
            Inside, Pumpkin welcomed her home with a loud meow. After setting aside her purse, Holly picked up the cat and buried her face in the feline’s long hair.
            “Sweetheart, what am I going to do?”
             Pumpkin answered with a purr.
            “You never lie to me, do you? You’re just who you say you are.”
            She carried the cat with her into the living room, stopping long enough to turn on the lamp before settling onto the sofa.
            “I’m at the end. I don’t know what to do. God, I need Your help. There’s no hope without You.”

Reading Excursions - Review
           This is the first book I’ve read by author Robin Lee Hatcher. And, it is a wonderful, sweet,  darling, inspirational, and beautifully written story for the most part. The short chapters make it an extremely quick read. . .
         The biggest message I loved from this book was in practicing grace when dealing with family    and friends when it comes to conflicts and reconciliation.
           Readers of the previous books in the series as well as fans of the author will more than likely enjoy this story."

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Peaceful Pastime - Review
           "How Sweet It Is the third book in the Legacy of Faith Series by Ms. Hatcher and I will say that it truly is a sweet, endearing novel. I absolutely adore a dual timeline and the author certainly had me engaged in the family saga from start to finish. . . . I thought this book was beautifully crafted with charming characters and one that will make you cry at times and one that will stay with you after you have finished reading it."

​Robin Lee Hatcher is the author of over 80 novels and novellas with over five million copies of her books in print. She is known for her heartwarming and emotionally charged stories of faith, courage, and love. Her numerous awards include the RITA Award, the Carol Award, the Christy Award, the HOLT Medallion, the National Reader’s Choice Award, and the Faith, Hope & Love Reader’s Choice Award. Robin is also the recipient of prestigious Lifetime Achievement Awards from both American Christian Fiction Writers and Romance Writers of America. When not writing, she enjoys being with her family, spending time in the beautiful Idaho outdoors, Bible art journaling, reading books that make her cry, watching romantic movies, and decorative planning. Robin makes her home on the outskirts of Boise, sharing it with a demanding Papillon dog and a persnickety tuxedo cat.

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Healing Their Heartsn(Faith to Love, #6)
By Cleopatra Margot
Christian Contemporary Romance
Paperback & ebook, 302  Pages |  June 21, 2020
SYNOPSIS:
        After spring's many trials, Knox County Sheriff Liam McKay is ready for a season of restoration. He needs time to grieve the loss of his grandmother and work on becoming a better husband and father. Liam learned the hard way that life is fragile, and he doesn't want to miss out on any precious moments.
      Emma McKay loves her role as a wife and mother. After she lost her parents, the McKay family became her saving grace. Being married to a police officer brings both challenges and adventures into her life, though, and when something hits on a more personal level, will her past be brought into the light?
        Officer Mark MacLaughlin is motivated by two things: his family and his job. Add a beautiful stranger to the mix, and Mark can't help but want to get to know her better. But when he takes on fatherhood for a three-year-old girl, he has to learn how to blur the lines between his personal and professional life too.
         Evangeline Taylor was on the way to confront her past, until her plans came to a grinding halt. Now injured and stranded in a tiny Nebraska town, Eva's heart opens up. The town, the people, and maybe one handsome police officer in particular help her to heal...but will they be enough to make her stay?
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Healing Their Hearts - Cleopatra Margot

I enjoyed reading this story with all the friendships and love. I like the town of Believe. The community is close and I love the way they have faith.
The characters are many and each on is well-developed and easy to love. It is also easy to feel their emotions.
The story flows well and is easy to follow along and hard to put down.
I love the book cover and the title. They are the perfect match for the story.
I highly recommend this book to all who enjoy good romance and friendships.
I give this story a literary rating of 5/5
written by vickie

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​Cleopatra Margot resides with her family and their golden retriever in small town, rural Nebraska. Inspiration for her novels comes from both real life + fictional characters and storylines in her brain. The town of Believe is based on her own hometown, but with embellishments. She and her two younger siblings are homeschooled, and enjoy traveling with their parents and the dog. When she’s not writing, Cleopatra enjoys Bible journaling, time with family and friends, playing cards, being outside (when it’s not subfreezing temps), laughing, singing, and enjoying life.

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      Ren Garcia is a Science Fiction/Fantasy author and Texas native who grew up in western Ohio. He has been writing since before he could write, often scribbling alien lingo on any available wall or floor with assorted crayons. He attended The Ohio State University and majored in English Literature.
     Ren has been an avid lover of anything surreal since childhood. He also has a passion for caving, urban archaeology, taking pictures of clouds, and architecture. He currently lives in Columbus, Ohio with his wife, and their four dogs.
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Book Details:
The Takeaway Men by Meryl Ain
Category:  Adult fiction 18 yrs +,  264 pages
Genre:  Historical Fiction |  Publisher:  Sparkpress
Release date:   August 4, 2020 | Tour dates: July 14 to Aug 10, 2020
Content Rating:  PG-13 + M because there are references to extra-marital affairs. There is no explicit sex in the book.
Book Description:
       With the cloud of the Holocaust still looming over them, twin sisters Bronka and Johanna Lubinski and their parents arrive in the US from a Displaced Persons Camp. In the years after World War II, they experience the difficulties of adjusting to American culture as well as the burgeoning fear of the Cold War. Years later, the discovery of a former Nazi hiding in their community brings the Holocaust out of the shadows. As the girls get older, they start to wonder about their parents’ pasts, and they begin to demand answers. But it soon becomes clear that those memories will be more difficult and painful to uncover than they could have anticipated. Poignant and haunting, The Takeaway Men explores the impact of immigration, identity, prejudice, secrets, and lies on parents and children in mid-twentieth-century America.

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REVIEW by LAWonder10:
Although 'The Takeaway Men' is fiction, much of the events and circumstances are factual.
This is a story of a Jew and A Gentile and the horrific nightmare of circumstances they endured in Poland during  World War ll and in the aftermath. 

Needing to escape the memories and ongoing hostilities, they were able to Immigrate to America. There the Jewish man, Aron, had a cousin who took them in and gave them a home, a job, and a new family. Just before beginning their new life, the Gentile, Edyta, gave birth - a month early - to twin girls. Before arriving in America, Edyta and the girls needed to change their names to Jewish/American names. 

While living at their new residence in America, the Twins grow and develop friendships with both Jewish and Gentile Friends, but were raised strictly Jewish by their parents. The story, also, relates experiences of some of the newfound friends and neighbors.

As with all things in life, the story tells of various degrees of strictness in living one's religious beliefs, of various degrees of prejudice, and of various degrees of self one chooses to allow others to see. I found it "true to form" how different each individual responds to situations and others, even within a family unit. 

It is harrowing, to me, how inhumane and cruel individuals can be to others simply because of differences in beliefs, race, religion, social class, skin color and other physical differences... Still, at the same time, claim to be Christian, God-like, or just a "decent" human being, while their actions shout-out otherwise! 

It is important to be reminded of the past, in hope of preventing a repeated perspicacity. Love, Peace, Acceptance and Freedom from Unjust Condemnation needs to become a priority before true happiness can be achieved.

Th book was very interesting and well-written. 
it did lack a bit of clarity n a few places as to who was talking, and the ending needed to be slightly stronger.

I offer  Four Stars rating for this story. 
*This was gifted me with no pressure for a positive review. This is my honest review.

WRITING FICTION
       I’ve been writing since I was in elementary school. I worked for a weekly newspaper when my children were young and I wrote everything from breaking news to a cooking column. Later, I wrote monthly columns about parenting. I’ve blogged for Huffington Post and other outlets and I’ve had opinion pieces published in various newspapers. I also wrote two non-fiction books, The Living Memories Project: Legacies That Last in 2014 and its companion workbook, My Living Memories Project Journal in 2016. These were about keeping the memories of loved ones alive after they had passed away. I wrote those books to heal myself after losing both my parents in a short time, and I wanted to help others overcome their losses.
         So, when people heard I was having a new book published, everyone was surprised to learn that my debut novel, The Takeaway Men, was historical fiction. Why did I switch after so many years of saying what I wanted to say through non-fiction? Isn’t non-fiction the most straightforward way to get your point across?
         My novel is about what happened to the survivors of the Holocaust when they tried to start new lives in America after World War II. It’s about the impact their trauma had on their children. It’s about how we treat immigrants and those who are different. It’s about religious identity and whether we inherit it or choose it. It’s about faith and hope and the question of how some people keep their faith while undergoing terrible tragedy. It’s about parenting and when is it okay for parents to protect their children by lying to them? It’s about what our responsibility is to one another when other human beings are being hurt, persecuted or bullied. It’s about the importance of family.
      So, why did I think historical fiction was a better way to raise these issues than a non-fiction book? In fiction, the author can draw colorful characters, ones who are flawed, but human. Their thoughts, words and actions, tell the story. And it can be read on many levels. Some readers will just enjoy the story. While others will actually ask and see more than even the author intended.
       While there are many Holocaust novels on the market – including many bestsellers – few write about the time after – the post-Holocaust era. What happened to the survivors? How did they fare once they came to the United States? What, if any impact, did their trauma and suffering have on their children? Did they speak about it or remain mum? Did survivors have guilt? How were rescuers treated? What happened to former Nazis who hid in America in the 1950’s?
       There are many different answers to these questions. And there are no simple ones. It is a complicated story. I wrote a novel because I thought this subject was much better suited to an open-ended genre, where the reader could see the issues through the characters, ask her own questions, and form her own conclusions.

Meet the Author:
      Meryl Ain’s articles and essays have appeared in Huffington Post, The New York Jewish Week, The New York Times, Newsday and other publications. The Takeaway Men is her debut novel. In 2014, she co-authored the award-winning book, The Living Memories Project: Legacies That Last, and in 2016, wrote a companion workbook, My Living Memories Project Journal.
    She is a sought-after speaker and has been interviewed on television, radio, and podcasts. She is a career educator and is proud to be both a teacher and student of history. She has also worked as a school administrator. 
        The Takeaway Men is the result of her life-long quest to learn more about the Holocaust, a thirst that was first triggered by reading The Diary of Anne Frank in the sixth grade. While teaching high school history, she introduced her students to the study of the Holocaust. At the same time, she also developed an enduring fascination with teaching about and researching the Julius and Ethel Rosenberg case. An interview with Robert Meeropol, the younger son of the Rosenbergs, is featured in her book, The Living Memories Project. The book also includes an interview with Holocaust survivor, Boris Chartan, the founder of the Holocaust Museum and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, New York.
        Meryl holds a BA from Queens College, an MA from Teachers College, Columbia University, and an Ed.D. from Hofstra University. She lives in New York with her husband, Stewart. They have three married sons and six grandchildren.

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 Falling for the Innkeeper Meghann Whistler
Published by: Harlequin Love Inspired
Publication date: July  21st 2020
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance
SYNOPSIS:
​         She’s the home he never expected to find.
         A battle for a charming Cape Cod inn…
        But what happens when romance checks in?              Single mom Laura Lessoway won’t accept her mother’s plan of selling her late grandmother’s inn without a fight. But when big-city attorney Jonathan Masters arrives to arrange an offer from his client, she’s drawn to him. And working together as he helps with repairs only brings them closer. With his career and her home on the line, can they ever find common ground?
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REVIEW by Vickie:

Falling For The Innkeeper - Meghann Whistler 7/17/2020
         I love this story. It has situations good and bad that we all have to deal with in this life. I love the Inn and their little town on the cape. The friendly people there are the type of friends most of us want to have in our lives. The decisions Jonathan makes are one of the things that makes this story a hit.
       The characters are all well-developed and it is easy to feel their emotions.
        The cover and title of the book are a perfect match for the story.
     I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy a good l   give this story a literary rating of 5/5

ABOUT the AUTHOR:
        Meghann Whistler is a Christian romance novelist, and loves writing sweet, happy stories that won’t make your grandmother blush!
        As an inspirational romance novelist, she writes about good people finding victory over their biggest challenges while also finding lasting love. She feels God has helped her gain victory over some tough issues in her own life, and she feels privileged she can use her words to tell sweet, hopeful stories that can inspire and encourage others.
      When she's not writing, reading, or jamming out to Christian rock music, she enjoys a relaxing evening with her rocket scientist husband (seriously—he’s a real, live rocket scientist!) or playing with her three kids.
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