#BookReview ~ The Restaurant in Pelican Crossing (Pelican Crossing #1) by Maggie Christensen #SecondChanceRomance #Romance @MaggieChriste33

The Restaurant in Pelican Crossing: A second chance romance to tug on your heartstrings

About the Book:

Poppy Taylor has always been content with her life in Pelican Crossing, but as she watches her youngest daughter get married, she can't help but feel that there’s something missing. Never would Poppy have predicted the dramatic transformation that occurs as she reunites with an old love and makes a choice that will reshape everything.

Cam Mitchell has always felt a strong attraction to Poppy, and when she reveals her plans to make changes in her life, Cam sees it as his chance to finally reveal his feelings. But Cam's hopes are crushed when he discovers Poppy's past love is back in the picture.

Cam becomes increasingly sceptical of the man from Poppy's past – a feeling that escalates when he uncovers his shocking plans for Pelican Crossing.

With their town now at risk, Cam and Poppy must work together to save their home and find their own happy ending. But will their feelings for each other be enough to overcome the obstacles in their way?

For fans of small-town romances and heartwarming stories of second chances, Pelican Crossing is a must-read. A captivating tale of love, loyalty, and the fight to protect what matters most.

My Review:

The Restaurant in Pelican Crossing is the first book in the Pelican Crossing series. I enjoyed the book a lot. Poppy and Cam are strong characters, well-written, and multi-dimensional. All the characters come to life on the pages. 

 This is my first experience with Maggie Christensen and it won't be my last. I loved her writing style and the setting she created in Pelican Bay. The author created a story with twists and turns, conflict, and a wonderful, mature romance.  

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Review previously posted on Sapphyria's Books.

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#BookReview ~ Christmas at Holly Tree Cottage by Eliza J. Scott ~ #SecondChance #Christmas #Romance

Christmas at Holly Tree Cottage 

(Life on the Moors series)

About the Book:

It’s Christmas time in Lytell Stangdale!

When Romy Stainthorpe sees Holly Tree Cottage staring back at her from the pages of a magazine, she’s sure it’s a sign. The quaint property is situated in Lytell Stangdale, a village in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors. Her time there is steeped in happy memories of carefree days with the moorland wind blowing through her hair. And not just that, it’s where she had her first kiss and where she first fell in love.

It was her perfect place, where she felt most at home. Until her family’s hasty departure years twenty-one years earlier. Since that day, Romy has never been back, but the cottage has regularly crept into her thoughts. And now it’s available to rent for the festive season…

Could it be the perfect getaway Romy needs to get her life back on track, not to mention escape her friends’ well-meaning attempts at matchmaking since her divorce from Russ?

Local farmer, Finn Tindall is struggling to navigate the first Christmas since his ex-wife took herself and their sons to live in the US. He’s thrown himself into his work at Castlegate Farm and rarely ventures out, unable to face the pitying glances thrown his way. His only company is his loyal black Labrador Ted.

Convinced that fate is talking to her, Romy heads back to a snowy LytellStangdale. Once there, she’s thrilled to see the village is looking Christmas card-pretty and has embraced the festive period. The only place where there’s no Christmas cheer is Finn’s heart.

It doesn’t take long before Romy and Finn’s paths cross, setting long-hidden emotions stirring once more. Suddenly Christmas doesn’t seem so gloomy after all.

Could this be the exciting fresh start each of them deserves?

Will Finn and Romy decide their second chance at love is worth fighting for? Or will the obstacles put in their way make them think it’s time to say goodbye?

Why not take a trip to festive Lytell Stangdale where a warm welcome awaits and happy-ever-afters are guaranteed?

My Review:

Christmas at Holly Tree Cottage is the ninth book in the Life on the Moors series. I haven't had the opportunity to read any of the previous books. I can say that this is very easily a stand alone. I'm sure there are characters from the previous books but I don't know who or what their stories are...yet. 

Romy returns to Lytell Stangdale some twenty plus years after abruptly leaving with her family. While not having been back since they left, Lytell Stangdale and her childhood home, Holly Tree Cottage, has never been far from her mind. She quickly jumps at the opportunity to go home when the cottage becomes available to rent. 

Finn is still reeling from his divorce and his ex moving to the US with his kids. He's trying to keep it together by staying busy but struggling. Having Romy pop back into town has been a blessing he didn't realize he needed.

Their meeting was inevitable - Romy just didn't realize it would be so soon, and Finn never expected it to happen. I love how the author brought them back together. A surprise meeting that brought all of their past feelings back to the present. Speaking of, the author did a fantastic job blending the present with the past. I loved meeting Romy, Finn, and all the other characters. Finn's ex-wife is a piece of work and I could go on for days about the child custody system, but no one reading this review cares about my thoughts.

Set in a charming village, the author built a beautiful world, created wonderful characters with depth and emotion, and told a heartwarming story of second chance love. I loved everything about this book. I can't wait to go back and start this series from the beginning.

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#BookReview ~ Merry Kissmas by Piper Rayne ~ Close Proximity, Holiday Romance, Christmas Romance, Contemporary Romance, Second Chance Romance @PiperRayneRocks

About the Book:

Six years ago, he was her one-night stand, and now they’re sharing a villa for the holidays.

I thought I was over him. That his good looks and British accent couldn’t affect me anymore. But the minute our eyes lock across the elevator, all those feelings come roaring back to life.

Then I find out we’re competing for the same job.

Next comes the realization that we have to spend a week together on a ski vacation because of some six-degree-of-separation nonsense.

The real kicker is when I find out the two of us have to share a villa. A very small, very cozy villa.

Needless to say, this Christmas getaway is starting off rockier than the mountains we’ll be skiing down.

I’ve stayed away for years, what’s one week? But I forgot how much easier it is to ignore him with an ocean separating us—especially when he’s determined to win me back.

My Review:

Her one-night-stand  reappears in her life after six long and lonely years.

Merry Kissmas reunites two lovers who were never the same after their one-night-stand. During her semester abroad, Brynn connects with a stranger and she spends a glorious weekend with him. When she shows up to class the following Monday, Pierce is also in the same class as Brynn. To both of their surprises though, she's the student and he's the TA. 

Six years later they meet again by happenstance and it seems like fate has things all planned out. They are competing for the same job, which is uncomfortable and highly unlikely. Especially since Pierce is British, Brynn is from Oregon, and the job is in New York. What are the odds?! Then comes the vacation destination and Pierce's previously unknown ties to Brynn's family.

I really enjoyed this close proximity, second chance romance. Brynn and Pierce are terrific characters. They were perfect for each other from their first interaction. Brynn was understandably hurt by Pierce's actions six years ago, but Pierce has made it known that he wants to right the wrong and get her back. He blends perfectly into her family, who nudge Brynn into making really thinking about her happiness and if Pierce fits.

Merry Kissmas is cute, cozy, Christmasy, competitive, and a bit steamy! I could not put the book down, and enjoyed this holiday novel. Brynn and Pierce are fun to get to know. I love seeing Brynn loosen up while celebrating Christmas with her family and Pierce. The chemistry between Brynn and Pierce is off the charts and I loved watching their relationship blossom.

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#Review ~ Chasing Yesterday by Lynn Ricci ~ Second-Chance Romance #Romance #NotAllIsAsItSeems

Book Details:

ASIN: ‎ B0DFTZCPYH

Publication Date: ‎ September 26, 2024

Print Length: ‎ 236 pages

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About the Book:

A grieving widow is struggling with the death of her high school sweetheart, while a mysterious woman is struggling to make her own amends. Can secrets from their entwined past hold the key to their futures?

Katelyn Murray moves to a small town in Massachusetts as a high school senior and quickly finds she has a secret admirer. As she responds to his written notes, she falls in love with the man behind the beautiful words and endless questions.

A dozen years and a rocky marriage later, her life is shattered by her husband’s sudden death, leaving confusion, unanswered questions, and guilty grief while mourning him and the love she initially felt for the boy from those letters. Katie leans on her friends to overcome this loss but feels something is amiss. She searches for answers, never expecting who may hold the key or where it could lead.

With the unconventional help of a stranger with secrets and aspirations of her own, a chain of events unfolds, and Katie starts to find the journey she was meant to be on and a second chance at chasing yesterday.

My Review:

I don't even know where to start with my review of Chasing Yesterday. I'm sitting here at my computer trying to put some descriptive prose together for this masterpiece. I went into this book thinking it is going to be your typical second chance romance and I was wrong. So very wrong.

Chasing Yesterday is a well-written novel that will take you by surprise. Katelyn Murray is a recent widow who discovers things about her past that are about to change her life. Katie's perception of her high school years, dating her husband Bryan, and their not-so-perfect marriage change with the appearance of a stranger Katie can't seem to shake.

The author wrote a fantastic and emotional story. Heartbreaking yet heartwarming, Chasing Yesterday dives into a lot of everyday situations that may resonate with the reader. The author did a great job creating this world, setting it up, and developing the characters. There are realistically written stressful situations and hard decisions, but also ones filled with love, support, and new journeys. 

I typically stay away from books involving loss of parents, husbands, or children. My poor heart and head can't take it; however, I'm glad I took a chance on Chasing Yesterday. This is one of my favorite reads of 2024.

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