Hayes Rutherford just wants solitude at his home in Maine, after a rocky couple of weeks. What he walks into is a disaster of a house, a shrill of a sHayes Rutherford just wants solitude at his home in Maine, after a rocky couple of weeks. What he walks into is a disaster of a house, a shrill of a singing voice that he is not even sure is human, and a dog creating havoc around his house. Confronting Begonia who he has no clue how she got into his house has him fuming and he wants her out asap. The warning that his mother is coming though has him blackmailing Begonia into being his pretend girlfriend to help get his family out of his hair. His plans though go awry when Begonia and her dog Marshmallow worm their way into his hardened heart. He finds Begonia delightfully honest and she surprises him at every turn with her zest for life but Hayes has the weight of the world on his shoulders with his job and responsibilities. Can he find a way to have both his happiness and keep Begonia too?
This was such a delight. I was laughing out loud absolutely hilarious. Hayes is fairly rigid in the beginning and Begonia is carefree embrace life in unusual ways. At the start of the book you are swept away with Hayes horrified reaction to what is going on in his house and Begonia has some really hilarious moments. Wonderful read....more
This was quite a bit different read for me. This consists of short essays of the life of John Hodgman. John Hodgman is a comedic man who wrote for theThis was quite a bit different read for me. This consists of short essays of the life of John Hodgman. John Hodgman is a comedic man who wrote for the Daily Show with Jon Stewart. Some of the stories are quite funny and in some ways I can understand how his mind works because I have had some similar thoughts in my time. I thought this was a fun read overall. ...more
Kennedy moved with her overprotective mom to a new town, always moving and always homeschooled. On the cusp of turning eighteen, Kennedy is hoping sheKennedy moved with her overprotective mom to a new town, always moving and always homeschooled. On the cusp of turning eighteen, Kennedy is hoping she finally can attend public school and maybe begin a life that is her own not stalled because of her illnesses. When her neighbor peaks her interest, Kennedy takes her wheelchair and goes to introduce herself, what she doesn't expect is the cruelty of Tristan Blackwood.
Tristan is a jerk, self professed and he doesn't care what others think. When Kennedy becomes his newest toy to play with he reels her in only to do his best to tear her apart. Can Tristan find a reason to stop self destructing or is he doomed to fail?
I liked aspects of this one but Tristan was beyond bully, he was cruel at times. I liked Kennedy story reminded me of a mix between Bates Motel and Gossip Girl. Had a lot of potential but at times too over the top bullying wise....more
Ben Mears arrives in Jerusalem's lot to revisit his past. The Marsten house is what interests Ben most but has been sold to an unknown person. There iBen Mears arrives in Jerusalem's lot to revisit his past. The Marsten house is what interests Ben most but has been sold to an unknown person. There is a tragic history to the house and it looks like the legacy of evil is about to repeat itself. When people begin to disappear though, will Ben be able to get the answers he is looking for or become a suspect?
This was very good and you could visualize every aspect but at times it was choppy as it jumped from characters to characters. Overall I did like the book thought there was a ton of subplots going on but would try another of Stephen King's books. ...more
Kyle Sommerville is hiding in a small town in Maine as a lighthouse groundskeeper. His plan is to stay under the radar until the trial happens that wiKyle Sommerville is hiding in a small town in Maine as a lighthouse groundskeeper. His plan is to stay under the radar until the trial happens that will give him back his life, or at least a part of it. What Kyle didn't expect was is determined neighbor who rambles movie quotes and doesn't seem to understand the word no.
Kyle tries to stay away as he knows he is a tarnished soul to Jane's sweet and innocent charm. Jane though seems to find every loophole to spend time with Kyle and he can only resist so much. Kyle makes Jane understand whatever they have will end, he is leaving but Jane hopes to change his mind. Of course she doesn't know anything about Kyle's past and when it comes knocking at her door, she doesn't know who to trust.
There is a lot to this story, I mentioned a few of the highlights but loved Jane she is quirky and you can't help smile every time she interacts with Kyle. I don't envy Kyle, he did what he had to do but you sense he holds a lot of shame and guilt about it. Stand out book for Sawyer Bennett, one of my favorites....more
Jake Wolfe has been framed, convicted of insider trading he is put on house arrest leaving him with a three block radius he can venture too. Despite wJake Wolfe has been framed, convicted of insider trading he is put on house arrest leaving him with a three block radius he can venture too. Despite wanting to shut his door to his penthouse and just hide, he agrees to dinner with his brother and fiancee. He doesn't expect to meet firecracker and baker extraordinaire Sugar Malone.
Sugar is trying to build her new restaurant up and has been pleased with her success. Small town girl from Georgia making it big in NYC. When an incident leaves her shaken, she luckily bumps into Jake again making his interest known. Jake has fallen hard for the beauty and now he wants to make her safe, but his own investigation into who framed him is about to come to a head.
3.5 Stars.
I enjoyed this one and thought it had a lot of promise. Had a few story flow problems but overall entertaining. ...more
After losing someone who helped pick her up when she was completely destroyed, Cady Moreland decides to take his advice. Move back to Magdalene and taAfter losing someone who helped pick her up when she was completely destroyed, Cady Moreland decides to take his advice. Move back to Magdalene and take her second chance at happiness. The problem though is that the man she wants to explain things to is Coert Yeagar and he does not want to here a word she has to say, nor does he want to even be in her presence.
Coert has spent years hating Cady for what she did but he never took the time to understand why. When he finds out he realizes his blame in the situation was equally his and knows what he knew then, Cady is his soul mate. He doesn't want to take it slow he wants to start afresh and build a life with her, but does she want the same thing?
Tear jerker for sure, this was heartbreaking at times and you are wanting to know what exactly happened. The story goes back and forth from past to present as it unfolds. Absolutely amazing read....more
Mara is still grieving from losing her grandfather when her professor Conner offers her a job as a research assistant in Crestview, Montana. When he dMara is still grieving from losing her grandfather when her professor Conner offers her a job as a research assistant in Crestview, Montana. When he disappears, Mara feels lost. Bear Shifter and new Alpha, Ian returns home after his brother away, he sees Mara at his funeral wondering why she is there. Initially Ian wonders if she had a hand in his death, but quickly realizes Mara is innocent and his mate. Convincing Mara though is another matter all together. As he gets closer to understanding Mara, Connor arrives and what he shares with Mara changes everything she knew, everything she knows and questioning who to trust.
I went back and forth on 3 or 4 stars. I gave it 4 for originality. It is a very wordy story which normally I like but it is like breakneck speed. Action packed but also a cliffhanger which drives me nuts when reading with no warning it is a cliffhanger. Will pick up the others to see what happened but wish it had been one story....more
Amelia Hathaway knows she reacted poorly after her husband left her, cheated on her, and married the other woman as soon as the ink was dry. She was sAmelia Hathaway knows she reacted poorly after her husband left her, cheated on her, and married the other woman as soon as the ink was dry. She was so crushed, she reacted as a heiress should with drama and flare, this was not who she was and her behavior caused her to lose her children.
Now in Maine, Amelia is starting over and wanting to gain back the trust and love of her children. When she meets Mickey Donovan, her neighbor she feels something for a man she barely knows. However one day friendly neighbors, the next an adversary. Amelia didn't know what switch made her neighborly relationship with Mickey turn, but she feels a loss.
Mickey is a proud man who is raising his two children the best he can. Their alcoholic mother continues to dwindle causing his children grief and what he doesn't need is an heiress who would always want more than he could give. He couldn't be more wrong though, Amelia may have money but she was grounded and what she really wants is a little bit of happiness.
Mickey realizes he is blowing it with Amelia and when he finally decides to make his move, he has to get a hot headed Amelia to agree. When they come together it is explosive, now they have to navigate life, children, and a ton of love to find their happiness.
Beautiful. Not much to say about this one but reminded me of Kristen Ashley's earlier books, like At Peace, The Gamble. Loved Amelia, I had put off reading this because I wasn't sure what she had done to lose her kids but as it unfolded it made sense and so realistic I could easily identify with her. Mickey was wonderful, he is gruff and straight to the point which has you going gaga for his character. Excellent....more
Holly Tyler is about to branch out on her own with her career in New York, when she is called back to Maine where one of her Aunt's health is in jeopaHolly Tyler is about to branch out on her own with her career in New York, when she is called back to Maine where one of her Aunt's health is in jeopardy. Holly is dedicated to her Aunts and one of her closest friends Micah, but things changed a bit on her last visit home. Micah is the Deputy Sheriff of Seashell Bay and he wants to explore what is between them, but she is tied to New York. Will Holly see what is right in front of her or follow her career?
This is a friends to lovers romance. I liked Micah and there were some really fun moments when he was dealing with the local residents. Holly you understand from the get go that she is conflicted and as the story unfolds you get why. I liked this couple a lot, great beach read.
What started out as a request for help from one of the infamous Sinclairs, turned into an email friendship with two people who have no clue who is on What started out as a request for help from one of the infamous Sinclairs, turned into an email friendship with two people who have no clue who is on the other side of the emails. Miranda Taylor, is a teacher who is loyal to a fault. Evan Sinclair is a billionaire who is arrogant and finds it hard to get close to anyone. Evan is drawn to Miranda but every interaction they have ends up explosive. As Miranda is put in Evan's path again, Evan begins to realize who Miranda really is, his email pal. Evan decides he wants Miranda, but is withholding one important fact from her that could ruin everything.
Quickly paced. I liked the differences between Miranda and Evan. Evan is a bit of an enigma, he is really closed off but lets Miranda in. Miranda is a spitfire, very entertaining heroine. Can't wait for more in the Sinclair series....more
Caitlyn Michaud had given her heart to her foster brother Heath and when she did he shattered it without a word. Heath is back and the Caitlyn he knewCaitlyn Michaud had given her heart to her foster brother Heath and when she did he shattered it without a word. Heath is back and the Caitlyn he knew is long gone. Caitlyn is in college, she is dating the It guy on campus, Ethan, and they are beginning a life together. It is all interrupted when Heath tries to insert himself back into Caitlyn's life. Every carefully placed piece in Caitlyn's life is about to implode, now she finds herself leaning on Heath but can she trust him again?
This was interesting but it crossed a plot line I have a hard time with, cheating. I found it really hard to click with Heath, is is kind of aloof and I couldn't quite wrap my head around what he did. Caitlyn, I think she wanted a better life but I think she also lost a part of herself in doing so. Wanted to like but it was just okay for me.
There was only one person in Josephine Malone's life that she let get close, her beloved grandmother Lydia Malone. Now Josephine has returned to LavenThere was only one person in Josephine Malone's life that she let get close, her beloved grandmother Lydia Malone. Now Josephine has returned to Lavender Hill for her funeral and she feels empty. Josephine has built a life of traveling around the world working for a famous photographer, she has friends but no one who really sees what is behind her shield.
Finding out that her grandmother willed her to retired boxer and stripper bar owner Jake Spear, Josephine doesn't know what to think. Jake is willing to honor Lydia's wishes, she did a lot for his three kids and he loved her as well. However Josephine is completely opposite of Jake, she is pure class and talks like a sophisticated woman. Jake calls it as he sees it and works for what he provides to his kids.
As Josephine takes a chance to get to know Jake, she finds herself falling for him and his kids. She begins to open her eyes to what is in front of her. Can she let those who are by her side in and live the life she was meant to lead?
I thought this was truly beautiful. I enjoyed the way Josephine spoke, it was more like a Jane Austin way of doing it but it worked. Jake has a hard time not chuckling when Josephine lets her temper flare. The chemistry is off the charts and it is the first of what I hope is a long series. Loved every minute of this book....more
Everything Drew Stevens thought she knew was abruptly wiped away when her parents were murdered. After finding out her grandparents have died and leftEverything Drew Stevens thought she knew was abruptly wiped away when her parents were murdered. After finding out her grandparents have died and left her their estate, Drew travels to Bar Harbor, Maine to get answers, even if she isn't sure she wants them.
Even though Drew wants to leave quickly she begins to have her grandparents house renovated and finds that she has a lot in common with her neighbor Saint. Saint is a mystery but she recognizes that he is holding his own share of pain and is drawn to him as well. Even though both are fighting the draw they feel for one another, they find strength when they are together.
I enjoyed this story immensely. I found the pacing was perfect and the story did not unveil itself immediately so you were drawn in from the get go. This is the perfect book to take on a trip and just sit down with and lose yourself. Excellent read, looking forward to more in this series....more
The third book in the Harbour Falls Mystery. Maddie Fitch has accepted her life with secretive Adam Ward, it doesn't mean she isn't curious or that soThe third book in the Harbour Falls Mystery. Maddie Fitch has accepted her life with secretive Adam Ward, it doesn't mean she isn't curious or that sometimes her own curiosity gets her into trouble. With Adam's life in danger Maddie and Adam are sent to a safe house, where they find themselves with plenty of time on their hands but most importantly, both are waiting for the air to finally clear.
Exceptional series. I thought the story between the three books never let up and the characters were never boring and always entertaining. I also enjoyed that there were other people in the series that you grew close to and were given peaks into their lives throughout. Can't wait for more books by this talented author....more
Lucy Outlaw has a way of having catastrophes happen when she is around. It’s not like she intends for it to happen, it just does. She knows Sheriff JaLucy Outlaw has a way of having catastrophes happen when she is around. It’s not like she intends for it to happen, it just does. She knows Sheriff Jake Langley is questioning his sanity with having Lucy be the faux nanny for two weeks for his twins, but she has tried her best in everything she has done. So what if there was an incident at a play, or that there are some dishes tuna is not meant to be in, she has fallen for him and only has two weeks to get a feel for what it would be like if she was really his wife.
Jake shouldn’t be having the feelings he has for Lucy, she’s too young for him. He can’t help it if his libido disagrees but he needs a wife to stop meddling grandparents from trying to get custody of his kids. Even though he has fought it tooth and nail, he realizes he is going to marry Lucy. Now he has to convince Lucy to be his bride, if he doesn’t muddle it up along the way.
Maddy Fitch had hoped with the recent break in an unsolved mystery that things would wind down and she and her boyfriend Adam Ward would be able to juMaddy Fitch had hoped with the recent break in an unsolved mystery that things would wind down and she and her boyfriend Adam Ward would be able to just enjoy one another. When she receives information that claims Adam has been holding onto a secret that could ruin him, she decides to investigate. A tangled web begins as Maddy digs deeper and now she has to chose whether to trust Adam or not.
The second book in the Harbour Falls Mystery. Another gem from author S.R. Grey. The one thing I like about this series is it always has an unexpected twist that I did not see coming. Looking to hunker down with a good suspense series, this is one to look for....more
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