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3.93 AVERAGE
3.93 AVERAGE
Wow! This was by far my favorite book in this series so far. I laughed, I cried, I enjoyed every moment of this beautifully written book. This is a beautiful, inspiring story of appreciating what you have in life and living to the fullest. I honestly don’t have the words to express how much I enjoyed this book.
Also, highly recommend the audiobook! Therese Plummer did an amazing job of brining this story to life. She gave a unique voice to each character and made the reading experience even more enjoyable.
Also, highly recommend the audiobook! Therese Plummer did an amazing job of brining this story to life. She gave a unique voice to each character and made the reading experience even more enjoyable.
This book is perfect reading when you want something somewhat light, inspirational, and characters that will endear themselves to you.
Jeannette is running from tragic memories. No one could blame her but God has other plans for her in this world and I enjoyed reading how he spoke to her and gently nudged her to get involved in the community despite her desires to stay on her farm and keep to herself as much as possible. Logan has been thrown into a situation he never expected to find himself, caretaker to his niece who has lost both her father and her grandmother at a young age. A Syrian refugee family ends up in town where they know no one, much less speak the language. Yet these characters are bound to each other in their faith and hope for a better life and their lives intertwine in such a way that each character comes out stronger in the end from the trials and tribulations they experience.
This story filled my heart. I felt a range of emotions throughout the story and found myself pulled into this small Oregon town wanting to be a part of the community where everyone seemed to care for each other. I found myself chuckling at Charley, the fish taco truck proprietor, and his seagull friends, Floyd and Gladys, but at the same admiring Charley's words of wisdom. I felt for Molly having to adjust to life with her Uncle Logan and coming to terms with the loss of her father and grandmother. I can't imagine how hard it is for young children to lose someone they love. It is hard enough as an adult but you expect it to happen one day. The Syrian family had their struggles and watching them adapt to their new home and deal with their own grief reflects how no one is exempt from experiencing tragedy.
Some of my favorite quotes
"God's timing isn't always ours. Sometimes he opens doors we aren't certain we're ready to walk through. And it's fine to be cautious. Not every door that beckons is divinely inspired. But at some point we do have to make a decision - because most don't stay open forever."
This line resonated with me because it is very true. Either you trust that a higher power is looking out for you or you end up full of indecision and in a chaotic world of your own making.
"I can't change the past, but I have hopes for the future. That's the beauty of tomorrow - it offers you the possibility of a better day."
No one can promise us anything in this world, it is up to us to make our way and make it a success and a better place when we leave.
"But people - and animals - die."
"A very real part of the human condition, no question about it. Nothing on this earth lasts forever. Lives are filled with endings - and beginnings. No matter how hard we try to maintain the status quo, the world changes around us...and changes our world in the process."
You have to go with the ebb and flow of life around you because as much as things change they stay the same.
While some of this story may have been predictable, it was the right book at the right time for this reader. We give this book 5 paws up.
Each book can be read on its own but if you start at the beginning you can follow a few characters when they pop up in future books and know more about their history/back story.
Jeannette is running from tragic memories. No one could blame her but God has other plans for her in this world and I enjoyed reading how he spoke to her and gently nudged her to get involved in the community despite her desires to stay on her farm and keep to herself as much as possible. Logan has been thrown into a situation he never expected to find himself, caretaker to his niece who has lost both her father and her grandmother at a young age. A Syrian refugee family ends up in town where they know no one, much less speak the language. Yet these characters are bound to each other in their faith and hope for a better life and their lives intertwine in such a way that each character comes out stronger in the end from the trials and tribulations they experience.
This story filled my heart. I felt a range of emotions throughout the story and found myself pulled into this small Oregon town wanting to be a part of the community where everyone seemed to care for each other. I found myself chuckling at Charley, the fish taco truck proprietor, and his seagull friends, Floyd and Gladys, but at the same admiring Charley's words of wisdom. I felt for Molly having to adjust to life with her Uncle Logan and coming to terms with the loss of her father and grandmother. I can't imagine how hard it is for young children to lose someone they love. It is hard enough as an adult but you expect it to happen one day. The Syrian family had their struggles and watching them adapt to their new home and deal with their own grief reflects how no one is exempt from experiencing tragedy.
Some of my favorite quotes
"God's timing isn't always ours. Sometimes he opens doors we aren't certain we're ready to walk through. And it's fine to be cautious. Not every door that beckons is divinely inspired. But at some point we do have to make a decision - because most don't stay open forever."
This line resonated with me because it is very true. Either you trust that a higher power is looking out for you or you end up full of indecision and in a chaotic world of your own making.
"I can't change the past, but I have hopes for the future. That's the beauty of tomorrow - it offers you the possibility of a better day."
No one can promise us anything in this world, it is up to us to make our way and make it a success and a better place when we leave.
"But people - and animals - die."
"A very real part of the human condition, no question about it. Nothing on this earth lasts forever. Lives are filled with endings - and beginnings. No matter how hard we try to maintain the status quo, the world changes around us...and changes our world in the process."
You have to go with the ebb and flow of life around you because as much as things change they stay the same.
While some of this story may have been predictable, it was the right book at the right time for this reader. We give this book 5 paws up.
Each book can be read on its own but if you start at the beginning you can follow a few characters when they pop up in future books and know more about their history/back story.
Loved this book and could not put it down. Not been to well last night and today so managed to listen to this one quite quickly. Terace plummer reads the audio versions and does a great job of the series. This was the best book of the series so far. Hope Harbour is the kind of small town i would like to live in. It’s full of love, hope, kindness and second chances. I love the christian element to the series also.
My Review:
Genre: Romance, a little suspense/mystery.
My Rating: 4 stars.
My Recommendation: 16 up for romance.
My favorite character/s: Logan, I love how he's so kind and loving even when he's eh, ignored or rather pushed away. I did feel bad that he almost lost people he cared about!
My Verse for Logan is Luke 6:31
And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. (King James Version.)
My Thoughts: Aw, this story was so sweet! I loved the whole move from the city to a little town and everything. This is my first read by Irene Hannon and I must say I was hooked with the first page. I will be sure to try another book from the author and you should too!
Warnings: None.
I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review and am truly happy to provide it!
Genre: Romance, a little suspense/mystery.
My Rating: 4 stars.
My Recommendation: 16 up for romance.
My favorite character/s: Logan, I love how he's so kind and loving even when he's eh, ignored or rather pushed away. I did feel bad that he almost lost people he cared about!
My Verse for Logan is Luke 6:31
And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise. (King James Version.)
My Thoughts: Aw, this story was so sweet! I loved the whole move from the city to a little town and everything. This is my first read by Irene Hannon and I must say I was hooked with the first page. I will be sure to try another book from the author and you should too!
Warnings: None.
I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review and am truly happy to provide it!
This book had interesting characters, a good plot, and had some really interesting topics covered. I especially enjoyed reading about the refugee family from Syria. I hope to read more of the series soon!
I'd rate it higher but an animal died and I just hate it when authors kill off animals.
I'd rate it higher but an animal died and I just hate it when authors kill off animals.
Wow, just WOW!!! I don’t have enough words to describe how much I love and adore this book. It was utterly charming in ALL the ways. There are several characters that I fell in love with which makes it impossible for me to pick a favorite character. I just want to hug all of them!! The story was a beautiful tale of hope after tragedy and learning how to live again...as Molly says in the book, “Love is better than lonesome.” How right she is! But how hard to leave the fear behind..This book does as superb job of showing characters choosing love over loneliness. I adored this book and I will read it again and again..this will easily be on my best 2019 reads!!
I received this book from NetGalley and was not required to post a positive review. All thoughts are my own.
I received this book from NetGalley and was not required to post a positive review. All thoughts are my own.
Every return to Hope Harbor is like going home. Irene Hannon has created a wonderful town that's always a pleasure to visit—it's the hometown you wish you had.
This installment focuses on Jeannette, a woman who runs a lavender farm and tea room, her new neighbors Logan and his niece Molly, and a Syrian refugee family recently relocated to Hope Harbor.
I especially loved Jeanette's story. After a devastating loss, she decides life will be easier if she doesn't let anyone in. But when Logan and Molly move in next door, Jeannette can't help but be drawn to the handsome doctor and his grieving young niece. Then she becomes an English tutor for the Syrian refugee family that just moved to Hope Harbor, and it becomes harder and harder to keep herself walled off.
Jeannette's journey to opening her heart again was really touching ... and, at times, heartbreaking. Hannon wrote a truly beautiful story!
Driftwood Bay is a sweet, gentle small-town romance, perfect for fans of the Mitford or Cedar Cove novels. 4-1/2 stars.
Note: While Driftwood Bay is part of the Hope Harbor series, each book stands alone. Some characters carry through the series (like Charley the taco guy and the delightful clergymen Father Murphy and Reverend Baker), and main characters from previous books often pop up again, but each book works as an entry point to the series.
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
This installment focuses on Jeannette, a woman who runs a lavender farm and tea room, her new neighbors Logan and his niece Molly, and a Syrian refugee family recently relocated to Hope Harbor.
I especially loved Jeanette's story. After a devastating loss, she decides life will be easier if she doesn't let anyone in. But when Logan and Molly move in next door, Jeannette can't help but be drawn to the handsome doctor and his grieving young niece. Then she becomes an English tutor for the Syrian refugee family that just moved to Hope Harbor, and it becomes harder and harder to keep herself walled off.
Jeannette's journey to opening her heart again was really touching ... and, at times, heartbreaking. Hannon wrote a truly beautiful story!
Driftwood Bay is a sweet, gentle small-town romance, perfect for fans of the Mitford or Cedar Cove novels. 4-1/2 stars.
Note: While Driftwood Bay is part of the Hope Harbor series, each book stands alone. Some characters carry through the series (like Charley the taco guy and the delightful clergymen Father Murphy and Reverend Baker), and main characters from previous books often pop up again, but each book works as an entry point to the series.
Disclosure of material connection: I received this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
When I read an Irene Hannon novel, I instantly think Romantic Suspense. But, with Driftwood Bay, Irene Hannon takes us on a softer route. We still get the character chiseled to perfection, the captivating plot lines, and the page turning awesomeness. It’s a welcomed reprieve from her up-late, heart pounding suspense stories.
The characters in this novel will pull you in and become your family while you read their story. You’ll find yourself falling in love with them all. I absolutely loved that Hannon had a character named Molly! Bless her, I wanted wrap my momma arms around her so much! Logan West, Molly’s uncle, is absolutely awesome. I fell head over heels in love with him the moment he was introduced, and Jeanette was beautifully chiseled! Seeing her interact with Logan, and Molly was beautiful.
This novel has every emotion you can feel wrapped up inside of it. I found myself smiling and laughing (seriously! Who names seagulls?), crying (so much tragedy in one story), and angry (how can God let something tragic happen?). But, it’s all needed to round out this awesome novel. You’ll find yourself reaching the end of the book way too soon, but you’ll also find your heart a little lighter as you read this story of hope, letting go of the past, and living for the future. Grab a copy now and take a trip to Driftwood Bay with Hannon’s 4 star writing!
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley, Revell and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
The characters in this novel will pull you in and become your family while you read their story. You’ll find yourself falling in love with them all. I absolutely loved that Hannon had a character named Molly! Bless her, I wanted wrap my momma arms around her so much! Logan West, Molly’s uncle, is absolutely awesome. I fell head over heels in love with him the moment he was introduced, and Jeanette was beautifully chiseled! Seeing her interact with Logan, and Molly was beautiful.
This novel has every emotion you can feel wrapped up inside of it. I found myself smiling and laughing (seriously! Who names seagulls?), crying (so much tragedy in one story), and angry (how can God let something tragic happen?). But, it’s all needed to round out this awesome novel. You’ll find yourself reaching the end of the book way too soon, but you’ll also find your heart a little lighter as you read this story of hope, letting go of the past, and living for the future. Grab a copy now and take a trip to Driftwood Bay with Hannon’s 4 star writing!
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley, Revell and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
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