October 23, 2019 6:00 am
Nine years ago, Jason Parker left Pilgrim Cove and never returned after he and his girlfriend, Lila Sullivan, witnessed his impaired twin brother get behind the wheel of a car and lose his life. Broken and guilt laden, Jason felt it best if he essentially run away. Unfortunately, he was unaware at the time that Lila was pregnant with his child and since he cut all ties with everyone, his daughter is one of the many surprises he encounters when he returns home. Lila waited many years for his return but recently decided to finally move on and is now engaged to someone else.
I’ve looked forward to this story from the moment I learned of Jason & Lila’s tragic history in the first book. It lived up to my expectations and, of course, the Sea View beach house again works its magic. Jason left Pilgrim Cove a broken boy and returned a well adjusted man. While many celebrated his reappearance, not everyone was thrilled, including Lila. I really liked how Jason had to work at reestablishing relationships, win back Lila’s trust and experience some cost for his absence as it mirrored reality. What was most precious, though, was his bond with the daughter he never knew he had. Yes, it was predictable but not enough to prevent them from capturing my heart.
I’ve enjoyed this series and this was a lovely way to end it. These books were nestled in between some of my tough stories and provided the respite I needed. The relationships are uneasy but deliver really nice happy endings with complicated journeys to get there. The narrator did a really good job of character distinctions and set a nice tone overall for the series. I’m glad I chose to listen to all of the books.
(Thanks to Tantor Audio for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.)
Posted by Jonetta | Blue Mood Café
Categories: Audiobook, Contemporary Romance
Tags: 2019 Audiobook Challenge, Reviews
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It sounds like the author did a great job wrapping up this series, Jonetta, and that it was consistent throughout. Lovely review!
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By jennifertarheelreader on October 23, 2019 at 6:32 am
Thanks, Jennifer! Yes, this was a lovely comfort read.
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on October 23, 2019 at 7:53 am
lovely review 🙂
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By nickimags @ The Secret Library Book Blog on October 23, 2019 at 7:23 am
Thanks, Nicki💜
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on October 23, 2019 at 7:54 am
Audio would be a great format for a story with this premise. I find if the narrator is good the story comes across more authentic and emotional from the narration than if you had just read the book on its own 🙂 Fab review Jonetta! Jen
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By nen & jen on October 23, 2019 at 8:43 am
Thank you, Jen💜 Audio definitely made a difference in my enjoyment of this story.
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on October 23, 2019 at 8:52 am
Sounds like an emotional but sweet series which we always need between those deep tragic stories. Terrific review, Jonetta!
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By yayareadslotsofbooks on October 23, 2019 at 8:47 am
Thanks, Marialyce! Oh, it was definitely sweet but with quite a bit more depth than I’d anticipated. The series dealt with cancer, grief, domestic abuse, teen pregnancy and family drama. It was perfect in between my thrillers and mysteries.
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on October 23, 2019 at 8:54 am
Is this the last book in a series? It does sound like a lovely story – quite serious topics, but without being too heavy. Wonderful review!
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By stargazer on October 23, 2019 at 4:57 pm
Thank you, Stargazer💜 Yes, this is the last book in the series but I discovered a spinoff today!
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By Jonetta (Ejaygirl) | Blue Mood Café on October 23, 2019 at 5:59 pm
Fabulous review! I am certain I have the first book in the series as a Kindle freebie and it sounds like I would enjoy the series.
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By Anne - Books of My Heart on October 24, 2019 at 8:46 pm
Fab review! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed this series.
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By Yvo on October 25, 2019 at 7:15 pm
Thanks, Yvo! I could not be more satisfied.
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