Published by Thomas Dunne Books on July 9, 2013
Age/Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Fiction
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This year's lucky winner of a brand-new dream home: Janine Brown of Cedar Falls, Iowa.
For heartbroken Janine "Janey" Brown, this announcement has the hallmarks of one of her Aunt Midge's harebrained plans to lure her from her tiny kitchen, where she's been submerging her grief in the pursuit of the perfect pot-au-feu. Meanwhile, across town, Janine "Nean" Brown couldn't be more thrilled. She just knows that this house is her destiny, the chance to escape the latest in her revolving door of crappy jobs and drunken boyfriends.
When both Janine Browns descend on Christmas Cove, Maine, to claim the prize they both think is theirs, however, they discover that more than just a dream home awaits them at the water's edge. Filled with wit and charm, The Good Luck Girls of Shipwreck Lane is Kelly Harms's enchanting and heartfelt debut--a testament to the many ways love finds us, the power of a home-cooked meal, and just what it means to be lucky.
When Janine Brown of Cedar Falls wins a dream home in a giveaway, she knows big changes are coming her way. One of the biggest will be the other Janine Brown of Cedar Falls becoming part of her life.
I loved the premise of this book, and what was even better was that it brought Janey and Nean together. Janey had been isolating herself and suffering from social anxiety related to the loss of her fiancé while Nean bounced from one terrible boyfriend to the next. It was so wonderful the way Aunt Midge brought Nean into their very small family, and a beautiful bond formed between these three women. And, oh! How Aunt Midge will win your heart. She was such a force and an important part of Janey's life. My heart filled with joy as Midge did the same for Nean.
Lots of antics, food, and love made this one rather special. Every success the Janines experienced were celebrated by me, and it warmed my heart to see both their worlds grow in such meaningful ways.
Who knew a house on Shipwreck lane would lead to a new beginning and a promising future for both Janey and Nean.
Published by Tuxbury Publishing LLC on October 4,2022
Age/Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance
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New from twenty-time USA Today bestseller Sarina Bowen! How to behave when the guy who broke your heart two thousand miles away turns up in your Don’t drop your lucky coffee cup in shock, even though it’s been ten years. Don’t get defensive when he asks how you ended up working his family’s ski mountain… and why you kept it a secret. Give him the worst room in the resort. He deserves it for suddenly waltzing back in like he owns the place. (Which he kind of does.) Four, five, six, seven, eight and Do not kiss him in the hot tub. Try to keep your heart intact after you break all of your rules. Because Reed is leaving again. Hate can't turn back into love. And it’s a little too late …
Second chance romances are always the best, but there were many second chances in store for everyone on Madigan Mountain.
The romance was one that flooded my heart with so much emotion. Reed and Ava were college sweethearts, each other's first and most passionate loves. But Reed chose to abandon his future with Ava because he carried so much anger and guilt from his past. Everything about their romance had me feeling something. Their reunion was spectacular and seeing that their bond never faded made me giddy to see their romance play out.
This was also a second chance for Reed and his dad. Reed's family fell apart following the death of his mother. One big reason was his father's inability to deal with her death. Coming back to the mountain led to healing for both Reed and his father. I was so happy that they were able to mend their hearts together, and that they could also work together to preserve their family's legacy.
I had an amazing time on Madigan Mountain, and I cannot wait to return.
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I loved the Bowen book and really need to get busy and finish the series. The Good Luck Girls of Shipwreck Lane also sounds fantastic. I just want to read everything!
ReplyDeleteI like her books so much. This was a solid series. I liked each author's book, but I have such a thing for second chance romances like this one. Harms' books are great. I am so glad I grabbed that first one from the library because all have been great successes for me.
DeleteI'm so happy you loved Bowen's book. I hope the rest of the series treats you just as well.
ReplyDeleteSolid series. This was my favorite, but they were all great
DeleteThat first one sounds really nice.
ReplyDeleteI like those family romance series. It's great to see them all find love and heal together.
DeleteThe Goodluck Girls of Shipwreck Lane sounds like my kind of story! Kind of like a Mary Kay Andrews or Carolyn Brown. And that second chance romance sounds amazing too! I'll definitely check these out! Yay for KU!
ReplyDeleteHave you read anything from Harms? I have been really happy with all the ones I have read. Not sure if I read anything from Brown, but I have enjoy many from Andrews
DeleteI've enjoyed other books by Kelly Harms, but haven't read this one. I like the premise of this one, so will keep it in mind. Good to know you loved it!
ReplyDeleteIt was a fun premise and was so heartwarming
DeleteNo ski adventures here, haha. Man, I really need to consider getting a KU subscription some day. They really do have a wonderful selection of quality reads. These both sound great!
ReplyDeleteI went on a ski trip and did crossword puzzles in the lodge. No real adventures for me either. My daughter got the subscription and we have shared an Amazon account since she was a kid. My library is her library. I try to read one a week to make it worth the cost
DeleteAnd I should get back to Sarina's books! I don't know why there are authors I stop reading suddenly when I used to love them. Weird!
ReplyDeleteShe just released a new book that is getting a lot of good buzz. I may check it out from KU next week
DeleteA Little too Late was a lovely read. The Good Luck Girls of Shipwreck Lane sounds interesting.
ReplyDeleteI liked the Madigan series. It was great! I think I really enjoy family romance companions. It's nice to see them all heal and find their HEAs.
DeleteI loved the Madigan Mountain series and if I remember correctly this one was my favorite. I loved seeing Ava and Reed find their way back to each other. And the healing that started within the family was so rewarding.
ReplyDeleteI had a feeling Bowen's book would be my favorite, but it was a solid series.
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