Welcome to my Monday Minis where I share shorter reviews of books I’ve read.
Today I’m sharing The Summer Of New Beginnings, Bette Lee Crosby’s first book in her new Magnolia Grove series, available March 27th.
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The Summer Of New Beginnings
Magnolia Grove #1
by Bette Lee Crosby
Genre: Contemporary / Romance
My Review
Having read a bunch of Bette’s books I couldn’t wait to read this first book in her new series.
There’s no one thing I can point to as why I loved this book. It’s many things. The genuine characters. The anticipation of what’s to come. Feeling all of those feels. Sorrow, heartbreak, frustration, hope, happiness and love. And how easily the story flows. I read this in one sitting. No way could I put it down until I was done.
Meghan is the main character. After her father dies, she gives up her dreams to keep his legacy alive. Along the way you’re introduced to her family. Shown how they struggle to move on and adapt. And Bette throws in a sprinkle of something magical. It comes with four legs and goes by Sox.
I could gush on and on about this book. I adored it. Will be reading it again. And am happily amazed that Bette got me to read outside my normal genre and showed me how good that could be.
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Synopsis
One family learns that love is the greatest miracle of all.
Aspiring journalist Meghan Briggs has always been the responsible one in the family. So when her father passes away unexpectedly, leaving behind his at-risk business, she steps up to save his legacy—even if that means putting her own dreams on hold.
Tracy couldn’t be more different from her sister. She’s always been the rebellious type, without much direction in life. But in the wake of her latest romantic disaster, she finds herself moving back home as a single mother.
As Tracy experiences the difficulties of new motherhood, Meghan faces her own struggle: trying not to fall for the stray puppy she rescued. This is no time for attachments—not to the adorable “Sox,” whose owner is bound to turn up any day, and certainly not to the handsome new vet in town. But as the summer unfolds, she discovers that, like Sox, she may need rescuing, too.
As both sisters navigate unexpected challenges and exciting new relationships, they’ll find that putting the past to rest can make way for beautiful new beginnings.
Available for purchase March 27th.
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That is such a lovely cover. I’m so glad you enjoyed the story. It sounds like a book you read with your heart in your throat what with the doggie plot line. I like those but have to dole them out slowly 🙂
This book reached out and wrapped me in a big hug. I loved everything about it!
Sometimes yocan’t pinpoint what made you love a book so much! Great review 😉
Exactly! I’m thinking it was everything:)
wow your love for this book is addictive, glad you loved it so much <3 it sounds very emotional
It just blew me away. I really couldn’t stop reading!
good flow, tension, genuine characters and all the feels is what great books are made of! 🙂 no wonder you adored it and gush about this one 🙂
Yeah, I gushed! LOL Bette cast on a spell on me with this one:)
You just made me so glad that I have a copy of this one waiting for me. I can’t wait to meet Sox!
You’re going to love Sox, and this book, Barb!
So pleased you loved this! I’ve seen it about. Love the cover.
I sure did love it! I’ve enjoyed many of Bette’s books and have more to share soon:)