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4.12 AVERAGE
4.12 AVERAGE
This was such a sweet feel good small-town romance. This is the third book in Denise Hunter’s BlueBell Inn series about the Bennett siblings. The previous books were about Molly and Levi, this time it is Grace’s story. And even though this can be read as a standalone I’d encourage you to read the previous books. The Bluebell Inn has now been completely renovated and is turning a profit. It is time for the siblings two sell the property they inherited after the tragic death of their parents. Molly is eager to head to Italy and start her dream BMB. Levi is looking forward to moving to LA to be closer to his famous fiancé. But Grace is content staying in the town she grew up in running her outfitter business. Wyatt is a secret service agent about to be promoted to the coveted position of guarding the president. When Wyatt travels to the Bluebell Inn for some much needed R&R there is an instant connection between Grace and him. But they are both very guarded dealing with past issues stemming from survivors guilt. Will Grace and Wyatt be able to find healing together or is the guilt to deep-seated?
I was really looking forward to Grace’s story, but I wasn’t quite as infatuated with this one as I was anticipating. I think for me a lot of it had to do with the fact that Grace is only 21, and I guess I didn’t feel as though she needed to find her forever love at such a young age. Therefore I didn’t feel any kind of urgency when it came to the relationship between Wyatt and her. Also she already owned her own business and was about to buy her own house, I just felt like she was growing up too quickly. This is probably the mom in me, but... I loved visiting the small town and the inn again. It was also really nice catching up on both Molly and Levi’s stories and the book was tied up nicely with a wonderful epilogue.
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I was really looking forward to Grace’s story, but I wasn’t quite as infatuated with this one as I was anticipating. I think for me a lot of it had to do with the fact that Grace is only 21, and I guess I didn’t feel as though she needed to find her forever love at such a young age. Therefore I didn’t feel any kind of urgency when it came to the relationship between Wyatt and her. Also she already owned her own business and was about to buy her own house, I just felt like she was growing up too quickly. This is probably the mom in me, but... I loved visiting the small town and the inn again. It was also really nice catching up on both Molly and Levi’s stories and the book was tied up nicely with a wonderful epilogue.
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The Bluebell Inn trilogy is my favorite from Denise Hunter so far. In this book, Grace, the youngest sibling and one of the innkeepers gets to share her story. It's a powerful reminder of how childhood trauma and look as an adult. Wyatt is battling his own stages of grief when he and Grace meet. The whole series and each storyline is wrapped up perfectly.
I was looking for a quick, light, fun book to read on a trip to see the fall leaves in the New England area. This book was enjoyable, and I finished the book on the plane. I don't believe you have to read the other books in the series to follow the plot.
The main characters are both dealing with very unpleasant events in their past, but I didn't think it overwhelmed the story. If anything, it gave the characters some depth.
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The main characters are both dealing with very unpleasant events in their past, but I didn't think it overwhelmed the story. If anything, it gave the characters some depth.
2022 Popsugar reading challenge #19 A book that takes place during your favorite season
4.25/5⭐️
This was the final in a sweet trilogy centering around 3 siblings who own a b&b in NC and how they each find their own HEA. This one and the first were my faves, but they’re all good.
Grace, the youngest, meets Wyatt (a Secret Service agent) when he takes some R&R to seek closure from a traumatic childhood event. Grace also suffers survivor’s guilt from a childhood incident. They connect almost immediately and are so endearing to watch as they come to know each other, eventually share their stories and help the other heal.
If you’re looking for a feel good “clean” romance series with a bit of spiritual overtones, this is a good one.
Thanks to #NetGalley and #ThomasNelson for providing me the ARC. The opinions are strictly my own.
This was the final in a sweet trilogy centering around 3 siblings who own a b&b in NC and how they each find their own HEA. This one and the first were my faves, but they’re all good.
Grace, the youngest, meets Wyatt (a Secret Service agent) when he takes some R&R to seek closure from a traumatic childhood event. Grace also suffers survivor’s guilt from a childhood incident. They connect almost immediately and are so endearing to watch as they come to know each other, eventually share their stories and help the other heal.
If you’re looking for a feel good “clean” romance series with a bit of spiritual overtones, this is a good one.
Thanks to #NetGalley and #ThomasNelson for providing me the ARC. The opinions are strictly my own.
My Thoughts on Autumn Skies…
As per usual, Denise Hunter tells quite a story. The plot and the romance balanced nicely without one overwhelming the other. Sometimes with a romance, the love story can obscure the events and plot of the book, but Denise Hunter is great at bringing these two elements together seamlessly.
I especially loved how honest everyone stayed with each other and themselves. There were many points along the way where I was certain Grace and Wyatt were going to separate because one or the other didn’t tell the truth.
This is one of my biggest pet peeves. If the entire conflict of a book can be solved by one person simply explaining an incident or by being truthful, it’s hard for me to like the book. I need more realistic issues.
In Autumn Skies, Denise Hunter layers on the conflicts and keeps her characters honest, making the drama and the resolution feel more genuine. In this way, Grace and Wyatt become much more relatable even though their personal situations wouldn’t be to the average person.
Autumn Skies is a quick read because the book will keep you interested and the writing is so smooth. Can be read as a standalone, but now I want to read the first two books in the series.
Perfect setting and a great fall read. Christian Fiction fans will enjoy this one.
As per usual, Denise Hunter tells quite a story. The plot and the romance balanced nicely without one overwhelming the other. Sometimes with a romance, the love story can obscure the events and plot of the book, but Denise Hunter is great at bringing these two elements together seamlessly.
I especially loved how honest everyone stayed with each other and themselves. There were many points along the way where I was certain Grace and Wyatt were going to separate because one or the other didn’t tell the truth.
This is one of my biggest pet peeves. If the entire conflict of a book can be solved by one person simply explaining an incident or by being truthful, it’s hard for me to like the book. I need more realistic issues.
In Autumn Skies, Denise Hunter layers on the conflicts and keeps her characters honest, making the drama and the resolution feel more genuine. In this way, Grace and Wyatt become much more relatable even though their personal situations wouldn’t be to the average person.
Autumn Skies is a quick read because the book will keep you interested and the writing is so smooth. Can be read as a standalone, but now I want to read the first two books in the series.
Perfect setting and a great fall read. Christian Fiction fans will enjoy this one.
I always love Denise Hunter's books, and "Autumn Skies" is no exception. I've followed Grace's siblings Levi and Molly in the previous two books, and was very excited for her to get her own book!
Ongoing plot points from the two previous books in the series find their conclusion here. Windows are cracked to new storylines should Hunter return to Bluebell in future. And Grace got the story I hoped for her! So, what more could I ask?
Bluebell reminded me a great deal of Aspen, and I sure do wish it were a real town; I'd happily pay a visit. (Plus, I'm sure it features a good bookstore that warrants investigation, right?) The inn continued to come to life in "Autumn Skies," and I'm a little sad to say goodbye! But, all good things must come to an end, and Hunter did a great job at not drawing it out or leaving the reader hanging. (I also don't feel the need to do any overnight hiking in the imminent future. Not that I ever did, I suppose. Ha!) I appreciated the arcs each character went through, and felt the paths they ended up choosing for themselves fit them each well. A solid story.
I received a copy of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
Ongoing plot points from the two previous books in the series find their conclusion here. Windows are cracked to new storylines should Hunter return to Bluebell in future. And Grace got the story I hoped for her! So, what more could I ask?
Bluebell reminded me a great deal of Aspen, and I sure do wish it were a real town; I'd happily pay a visit. (Plus, I'm sure it features a good bookstore that warrants investigation, right?) The inn continued to come to life in "Autumn Skies," and I'm a little sad to say goodbye! But, all good things must come to an end, and Hunter did a great job at not drawing it out or leaving the reader hanging. (I also don't feel the need to do any overnight hiking in the imminent future. Not that I ever did, I suppose. Ha!) I appreciated the arcs each character went through, and felt the paths they ended up choosing for themselves fit them each well. A solid story.
I received a copy of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
I really enjoy reading books by Denise Hunter. They are well-written, engaging and hard to put down. This one was no exception. I started reading it and I was immediately surprised and thought that I had started reading something by someone else. She started out with a character that is a secret service agent, which was completely unexpected and not her normal character. I appreciate that an author can still surprise you, and is creative enough to write about characters in a way that you wouldn't associate as typical for them.
This is the third book of the Bluebell Inn Romance series, and while they do all go together, it is not necessary to have read the first two before this one (although I would recommend it). This could be read as a stand-alone and still be an enjoyable story.
I love that this series is set in North Carolina and follows a set of siblings. The first two stories are about Molly and Luke, and this one is about Grace.
I loved reading Grace's story and how it eventually intertwined with Wyatt's. There are so many different elements in this story; romance, suspense, humor and the overarching theme of the grace of God. I read this book in an afternoon. I have not devoured a book that quickly in an extremely long time.
I highly recommend this book (and series) to anyone who loves reading clean, inspirational fiction. Thank you to Nelson Publishing and Net Galley for the opportunity to read this book. All opinions are entirely my own.
This is the third book of the Bluebell Inn Romance series, and while they do all go together, it is not necessary to have read the first two before this one (although I would recommend it). This could be read as a stand-alone and still be an enjoyable story.
I love that this series is set in North Carolina and follows a set of siblings. The first two stories are about Molly and Luke, and this one is about Grace.
I loved reading Grace's story and how it eventually intertwined with Wyatt's. There are so many different elements in this story; romance, suspense, humor and the overarching theme of the grace of God. I read this book in an afternoon. I have not devoured a book that quickly in an extremely long time.
I highly recommend this book (and series) to anyone who loves reading clean, inspirational fiction. Thank you to Nelson Publishing and Net Galley for the opportunity to read this book. All opinions are entirely my own.
A good conclusion! My heart broke for Grace and Wyatt as their story came full circle.
I also still want to smack Molly and tell her to SHUT UP!
I also still want to smack Molly and tell her to SHUT UP!
I am a big fan of Denise Hunter books and so it’s painful for me to rate this one so low. Unfortunately this just didn’t live up to the standards I have for this author. I felt no connection between Wyatt and Grace and was so tired of hearing about how Grace is still a child at the age of 21. Their relationship progressed so quickly and didn’t seem natural to me. I don’t want to spoil anything but let me just say the way Wyatt and Grace resolved their past was so easy and quick. Honestly nothing felt natural in this book. I still love the author and will read her future books but this one was such a disappointment.