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Leave It to Us
An inheritance forces three estranged sisters to face past hurts and painful memories in a heartfelt novel about family and resilience by the author of Happy Is On Hiatus.
When the Butler sisters learn they’ve inherited their beloved grandma Betty’s beach house in South Carolina, they have mixed emotions. To put it mildly.
Successful Lana seems to have it all. Nobody needs to know that her marriage and finances are falling apart. For her there’s no other option but to sell the beach house. Overburdened Yvonne already has priorities—including being her mother’s sole caretaker. Her put it on the market and move on. Then there’s sentimental Tami. She can’t let her sisters just unload their past without at least one last trip to the Sea Islands.
They don’t have a choice. If they’re to collect, they must reunite and renovate their grandma’s bequest.
During a life-changing month on the shore, the Butler sisters not only uncover family secrets but start to repair their broken bond through personal revelations and a newfound desire to keep their family legacy alive. It’s not going to be easy, but it’s a beautiful start.
When the Butler sisters learn they’ve inherited their beloved grandma Betty’s beach house in South Carolina, they have mixed emotions. To put it mildly.
Successful Lana seems to have it all. Nobody needs to know that her marriage and finances are falling apart. For her there’s no other option but to sell the beach house. Overburdened Yvonne already has priorities—including being her mother’s sole caretaker. Her put it on the market and move on. Then there’s sentimental Tami. She can’t let her sisters just unload their past without at least one last trip to the Sea Islands.
They don’t have a choice. If they’re to collect, they must reunite and renovate their grandma’s bequest.
During a life-changing month on the shore, the Butler sisters not only uncover family secrets but start to repair their broken bond through personal revelations and a newfound desire to keep their family legacy alive. It’s not going to be easy, but it’s a beautiful start.
333 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 1, 2023
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About the author
A.C. Arthur
185 books919 followersAC Arthur has worked as a paralegal in every field of law since high school, but her first love is and will always be writing romance. She’s written and won awards for her acclaimed Donovans and Shadow Shifters contemporary and paranormal romance series. Under her pen name, Lacey Baker, she created the quaint small town of Sweetland and wrote the novelization for the Original Hallmark Channel Movie, A Gingerbread Romance.
After years of hosting reader appreciation events, AC created the One Love Reunion, an event designed to bring readers and authors together to celebrate their love of books.
AC resides in Maryland with her family, where she’s currently working on her next book…or watching Criminal Minds.
After years of hosting reader appreciation events, AC created the One Love Reunion, an event designed to bring readers and authors together to celebrate their love of books.
AC resides in Maryland with her family, where she’s currently working on her next book…or watching Criminal Minds.
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December 8, 2023
This was a slog to get through. Couldn’t hold my attention.
December 10, 2023
“This house is big enough for all of them. I wanted it built that way so that when they came from and found each other, they’d have a place to call home.”
Here you meet three estranged sisters brought together by their grandmother’s legacy of a summerhouse. Through their forced proximity, they embark on a journey of finding not only themselves but one another.
You have:
Tami, youngest, chaotic, beloved for her zest for life. To her sisters, she is immature when really she is just trying to figure her life out. For me, I related to her the least and honestly felt like she was legitimately immature at times.
Yvonne, eldest, responsible, the glue, stressed. Unbeknownst to her sisters she is battling chronic illness as a byproduct of her stress as their mother’s sole caretaker among all other responsibilities.
Lana, middle seemingly “perfect” sister, grumpy goddess who really is just keeping everything together by the teeth. God, I was heartbroken by her struggles with her husband. I really commend her strength and courage.
And the surprise twist! I will not give spoilers but I totally did not see it coming.
This is a multiple POV tale. The author is clearly a gifted writer but I felt like her too flowery prose was awkward at times. Sometimes there was a focus on unimportant details:
“Still he was fun to be around most times, and on a few occasions those fun times had turned into sexy times. But they were just friends because that was all Tami had room for in her jumbled mind.” I think I got on a bad footing with Tami right from the get go. She was so contrary that maybe the author was being purposeful in portraying her in that manner. Nonetheless, I still really did not like her narrative.
“...the water was gushing out like Niagara Falls.” God I got an unpleasant ick from the onomatopoeia.
I am going to admit I really struggled to finish this novel, partly due to the fact it was difficult to attach to a main character. I truly get why the author wanted to provide all three sisters’ points of view because they had their own lives, thoughts, and opinions but I feel like it really detracted from the world building and allowing the reader to really attach to a character.
Thank you NetGalley and Montlake Publishing Group for providing me with a copy of this book in change for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Here you meet three estranged sisters brought together by their grandmother’s legacy of a summerhouse. Through their forced proximity, they embark on a journey of finding not only themselves but one another.
You have:
Tami, youngest, chaotic, beloved for her zest for life. To her sisters, she is immature when really she is just trying to figure her life out. For me, I related to her the least and honestly felt like she was legitimately immature at times.
Yvonne, eldest, responsible, the glue, stressed. Unbeknownst to her sisters she is battling chronic illness as a byproduct of her stress as their mother’s sole caretaker among all other responsibilities.
Lana, middle seemingly “perfect” sister, grumpy goddess who really is just keeping everything together by the teeth. God, I was heartbroken by her struggles with her husband. I really commend her strength and courage.
And the surprise twist! I will not give spoilers but I totally did not see it coming.
This is a multiple POV tale. The author is clearly a gifted writer but I felt like her too flowery prose was awkward at times. Sometimes there was a focus on unimportant details:
“Still he was fun to be around most times, and on a few occasions those fun times had turned into sexy times. But they were just friends because that was all Tami had room for in her jumbled mind.” I think I got on a bad footing with Tami right from the get go. She was so contrary that maybe the author was being purposeful in portraying her in that manner. Nonetheless, I still really did not like her narrative.
“...the water was gushing out like Niagara Falls.” God I got an unpleasant ick from the onomatopoeia.
I am going to admit I really struggled to finish this novel, partly due to the fact it was difficult to attach to a main character. I truly get why the author wanted to provide all three sisters’ points of view because they had their own lives, thoughts, and opinions but I feel like it really detracted from the world building and allowing the reader to really attach to a character.
Thank you NetGalley and Montlake Publishing Group for providing me with a copy of this book in change for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 22, 2024
An emotional page turner of the destruction of the relationship between three sisters as a result of their cruel and selfish mother and their dishonest and selfish father.
Nevertheless, the journey to forgiveness and restoration begins with the bequest of an island home to bring Yvonne, Lana and Tami together to work towards a common goal.
However, will the uncovered secrets bring these three women together or tear them further apart?
Nevertheless, the journey to forgiveness and restoration begins with the bequest of an island home to bring Yvonne, Lana and Tami together to work towards a common goal.
However, will the uncovered secrets bring these three women together or tear them further apart?
November 9, 2023
Sisters!
This book explored the tangled relationships that sister's have. So many things in common, yet so many things unique to each individual. A few generations ago there were so many secrets. To deal with them and grief at the same time is not easy. Each sister had their own struggles and perspective. The summer house gave them the pause and fortitude to get things out in the open and appreciate the wonderful qualities in each other.
This book explored the tangled relationships that sister's have. So many things in common, yet so many things unique to each individual. A few generations ago there were so many secrets. To deal with them and grief at the same time is not easy. Each sister had their own struggles and perspective. The summer house gave them the pause and fortitude to get things out in the open and appreciate the wonderful qualities in each other.
November 29, 2023
Think Little Women with How Stella Got Her Groove Back meets Love it or List It.
Per their grandmother’s will, three estranged Bostonian sisters return to Daufuskie to renovate her home and then must decide to “love it or list it.”
Many topics are touched upon such as, sibling rivalry, birth order characteristics, gambling addiction, marriage issues, health issues,family and partner relationships, childhood memories, infidelity, singleness and “ what do we do about Mama?” and all neatly resolved in the last chapter. I chose this book because it’s set in my home state of SC, but I felt like I was reading a Hallmark movie script.
Per their grandmother’s will, three estranged Bostonian sisters return to Daufuskie to renovate her home and then must decide to “love it or list it.”
Many topics are touched upon such as, sibling rivalry, birth order characteristics, gambling addiction, marriage issues, health issues,family and partner relationships, childhood memories, infidelity, singleness and “ what do we do about Mama?” and all neatly resolved in the last chapter. I chose this book because it’s set in my home state of SC, but I felt like I was reading a Hallmark movie script.
December 17, 2023
Rated 3.5 ⭐️
Three sisters inherit a house from their grandmother. These sisters become the 3 POVS in this novel. Yvonne is the oldest and mother-like sister. Lana is the middle sister who is living the life of beauty and luxury. Tami the youngest and most carefree of them. But, maybe everything is not what their lives seem.
To inherit this house, the three of them must go back to the island where they spent their summers and Thanksgiving with their Dad and Grandmother. They need to renovate the house and decide what to do with it after the renovations.
This is a very slow paced read where there really is no plot twist or climax to the story. The story takes place over a summer as the house gets renovated. They discover themselves, each other, and maybe a few secrets.
Thank you to Netgalley, A.C. Arthur, and the publisher for the Free Ebook. This review is 100% my own and honest review.
Three sisters inherit a house from their grandmother. These sisters become the 3 POVS in this novel. Yvonne is the oldest and mother-like sister. Lana is the middle sister who is living the life of beauty and luxury. Tami the youngest and most carefree of them. But, maybe everything is not what their lives seem.
To inherit this house, the three of them must go back to the island where they spent their summers and Thanksgiving with their Dad and Grandmother. They need to renovate the house and decide what to do with it after the renovations.
This is a very slow paced read where there really is no plot twist or climax to the story. The story takes place over a summer as the house gets renovated. They discover themselves, each other, and maybe a few secrets.
Thank you to Netgalley, A.C. Arthur, and the publisher for the Free Ebook. This review is 100% my own and honest review.
February 13, 2024
This was a good story about three sisters! They are coming together following the loss of their grandmother to fulfill her last wishes.
Yvonne was the oldest sister who bared the bulk of the family’s responsibility, as a child and currently. Lana was the middle child with the seemingly perfect life, and Tami was the baby girl who seems to be a free spirit who lack’s direction.
The characters were very relatable and I could see so much of myself in Yvonne and Tami, especially Yvonne, being the family fixer.
The story moves pretty slow, but it was nice to see the girls come together to renovate their family home, renew their relationship, and finally be there to offer support to Yvonne. The story really picked up in the end when some new family secrets came to light!!
Yvonne was the oldest sister who bared the bulk of the family’s responsibility, as a child and currently. Lana was the middle child with the seemingly perfect life, and Tami was the baby girl who seems to be a free spirit who lack’s direction.
The characters were very relatable and I could see so much of myself in Yvonne and Tami, especially Yvonne, being the family fixer.
The story moves pretty slow, but it was nice to see the girls come together to renovate their family home, renew their relationship, and finally be there to offer support to Yvonne. The story really picked up in the end when some new family secrets came to light!!
January 9, 2024
(2.5) Está bien, tiene sus momentos graciosos y tiernos, los cuales se agradecen. Además, es una historia linda entre tres hermanas que deben reconciliarse tras ser obligadas a volver a juntarse por circunstancias adversas de la vida.
Sin embargo, se me ha hecho algo cuesta arriba leerla. Varias partes he sentido que simplemente estaban de relleno y podrían haberse omitido y otras con partes que sí eran importantes se iban por las ramas, supongo que para alargar la longitud de la novela.
Por otra parte, y pese a que esto no es algo que realmente me resulte un inconveniente, este libro no es un romance en sí, mas contiene romance en él. Quiero decir, yo cuando leo un libro de romance espero que sea la trama principal del libro y en este caso no lo es. Hay historias de amor pero tienen un papel bastante secundario.
Para finalizar, me hubiera gustado ver más resolución de algunos conflictos secundarios y profundización en las ya mencionadas escasas interacciones románticas. Los chicos que se presentaban verdaderamente resultaban interesantes y me hubiera gustado haber sabido más de ellos y sus relaciones, al igual que de temas secundarios se podría haber extraído bastante más de lo mencionado, evitando así el ya mencionado excesivo relleno.
Es por esto que el final me ha resultado más bien apresurado y una vez que te dan el giro de trama, no te explican mucho más. Te saltan a un epílogo un año después donde no se explica prácticamente nada.
De igual forma, muchas gracias a Netgalley y Montlake Publishing por ofrecerme una copia de este libro. Me quedo con que haya sido el primer libro (de longitud de novela) que haya leído en inglés.
Sin embargo, se me ha hecho algo cuesta arriba leerla. Varias partes he sentido que simplemente estaban de relleno y podrían haberse omitido y otras con partes que sí eran importantes se iban por las ramas, supongo que para alargar la longitud de la novela.
Por otra parte, y pese a que esto no es algo que realmente me resulte un inconveniente, este libro no es un romance en sí, mas contiene romance en él. Quiero decir, yo cuando leo un libro de romance espero que sea la trama principal del libro y en este caso no lo es. Hay historias de amor pero tienen un papel bastante secundario.
Para finalizar, me hubiera gustado ver más resolución de algunos conflictos secundarios y profundización en las ya mencionadas escasas interacciones románticas. Los chicos que se presentaban verdaderamente resultaban interesantes y me hubiera gustado haber sabido más de ellos y sus relaciones, al igual que de temas secundarios se podría haber extraído bastante más de lo mencionado, evitando así el ya mencionado excesivo relleno.
Es por esto que el final me ha resultado más bien apresurado y una vez que te dan el giro de trama, no te explican mucho más. Te saltan a un epílogo un año después donde no se explica prácticamente nada.
De igual forma, muchas gracias a Netgalley y Montlake Publishing por ofrecerme una copia de este libro. Me quedo con que haya sido el primer libro (de longitud de novela) que haya leído en inglés.
November 14, 2023
I loved this!
This is my first book by A.C. Arthur and I’m a fan!! This was so sweetly, honestly and realistically written (with a touch of the magic of romance). The relationship between the sisters was fantastic - tough at times but the love was always there - and believable. As the sole caretaker of my very ill and recently disabled mother who was also diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, I related to Yvonne and her struggles and the frustration of dealing with siblings who don’t want to step up to help. It was so nice to find a character who was in a situation close to mine and was still able to have her happy ending. Overall, I felt this story was really interesting, kept my heart and mind engaged and enchanted, and left me smiling. I was sad when it ended. I wanted to keep reading about the Butler sister and see how their lives kept on going. I loved this!
This is my first book by A.C. Arthur and I’m a fan!! This was so sweetly, honestly and realistically written (with a touch of the magic of romance). The relationship between the sisters was fantastic - tough at times but the love was always there - and believable. As the sole caretaker of my very ill and recently disabled mother who was also diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, I related to Yvonne and her struggles and the frustration of dealing with siblings who don’t want to step up to help. It was so nice to find a character who was in a situation close to mine and was still able to have her happy ending. Overall, I felt this story was really interesting, kept my heart and mind engaged and enchanted, and left me smiling. I was sad when it ended. I wanted to keep reading about the Butler sister and see how their lives kept on going. I loved this!
April 15, 2025
I already had this in my book journal so I went ahead and finished the book haha! However I am glad I did. I enjoyed how it wrapped up in the end. This book was pretty good, not a favorite and not a book I couldn't wait to get back into at the end of the day.
November 20, 2023
An interesting read. An okay story.
January 20, 2024
It got better as it went on. But, just okay.
January 27, 2024
Cute story, a tad predictable, but I enjoyed the growth of the sisters.
April 1, 2024
Slow
This was quite a slow read for me however I had just finished a thriller so I needed something not as fast paced but it was an easy read and a easy audiobook to listen to 😀
This was quite a slow read for me however I had just finished a thriller so I needed something not as fast paced but it was an easy read and a easy audiobook to listen to 😀
May 13, 2024
3.5 stars. This was pretty slow for me.
November 7, 2023
I wanted to like this book, but it was a struggle. Could not get into it so I gave up. DNF.
September 29, 2024
This was a heartwarming book. I loved the way the sisters handled each other’s problems and how they dealt with the issues with their mom. It was one I was sorry to see end.
November 9, 2023
There are so many words in my mind that can be used to explain this book, but trying to get them together in a short summary for a review is hard. So longer than normal review is what this is. The Butler sisters, Yvonne, Lana and Tami, grew up in the same household but were treated very differently, especially after their parents were divorced.
Yvonne is the oldest, the principal of a school, under high stress and now looking after their mother who suffered a stroke years ago. She is still after her sibilngs to help her pay for their mother’s care. After all, she was the one always in charge growing up, but all this stress is causing her serious health problems and if she isn’t careful it can lead to more issues.
Lana is the middle daughter, a photographer, very successful, has money, and happily married to a man that loves her. At least that is the way it seems to everyone else. Behind that closed house door though, her world is falling apart. Her husband has an addiction, one that is leading to major financial problems and it might lead to something else if the loan isn’t repaid.
Tami is the baby, had major problems growing up not only because of the way she was talked to and treated by her mother, but also because she had a learning disability. Now as an adult while she is getting help in some areas, staying employed is a problem that isn’t going away.
There is one thing that does bring the sisters together and that is their grandmother. Every summer they would go to this small island of the Carolina coast to spend time with their father when he was alive, and their grandmother. When the three sisters were called to go to a lawyers office, they never expected it was to find out that they had inherited their grandmother’s property after she had suddenly passed away. Nor did they expect their to be conditions in the will, they could not just sell it, like two of them wanted to. Instead the three of them had to come together and spend time back in that house while it was being remodeled. After everything was completed, then and only then, was it allowed to be sold. The question was then could all three of them come together, work through all their differences, and be able to handle the family secret. One that might actually explain why things happened and grant all of them some peace
This book’s author put the story together very well and great to read. I loved the twists, turns and things that happened. It showed that while everything might seem perfect on the outside, it is not always on the inside. Each child can be in the same house but raised very differently.. It talks about an island that has a strong history that will hopefully never be forgotten and family finally coming together the way they need to be.
Yvonne is the oldest, the principal of a school, under high stress and now looking after their mother who suffered a stroke years ago. She is still after her sibilngs to help her pay for their mother’s care. After all, she was the one always in charge growing up, but all this stress is causing her serious health problems and if she isn’t careful it can lead to more issues.
Lana is the middle daughter, a photographer, very successful, has money, and happily married to a man that loves her. At least that is the way it seems to everyone else. Behind that closed house door though, her world is falling apart. Her husband has an addiction, one that is leading to major financial problems and it might lead to something else if the loan isn’t repaid.
Tami is the baby, had major problems growing up not only because of the way she was talked to and treated by her mother, but also because she had a learning disability. Now as an adult while she is getting help in some areas, staying employed is a problem that isn’t going away.
There is one thing that does bring the sisters together and that is their grandmother. Every summer they would go to this small island of the Carolina coast to spend time with their father when he was alive, and their grandmother. When the three sisters were called to go to a lawyers office, they never expected it was to find out that they had inherited their grandmother’s property after she had suddenly passed away. Nor did they expect their to be conditions in the will, they could not just sell it, like two of them wanted to. Instead the three of them had to come together and spend time back in that house while it was being remodeled. After everything was completed, then and only then, was it allowed to be sold. The question was then could all three of them come together, work through all their differences, and be able to handle the family secret. One that might actually explain why things happened and grant all of them some peace
This book’s author put the story together very well and great to read. I loved the twists, turns and things that happened. It showed that while everything might seem perfect on the outside, it is not always on the inside. Each child can be in the same house but raised very differently.. It talks about an island that has a strong history that will hopefully never be forgotten and family finally coming together the way they need to be.
January 7, 2024
Every Family Ain’t Perfect.
Three sisters who inherits a home from their father’s mom on an island down in South Carolina. We follow the sisters lives from their povs not only with each other but family, life and career choices.
-Three POVs: Yvonne, Tami, & Lana.
-One thing that is true & needs to break from families all around the world is KEEP SECRETS. The way people til this day don’t understand a lot of secrets do more harm than good.
-Freda, their mother, is the prime example why you letting man go is fine but taking your behind to therapy is a must. No parent should ever take out their frustration on their kids because of what the other parent did.
-Grandma was cool and all but you’re just as much to blame for not holding your child accountable. Yall mothers and yall sons are a dangerous combo.
-It was great to see the sisters bond again. As well as Yvonne finding her voice & some sweetness.
-Tami not having the best outlook on love because of her surroundings finally giving it a try. Sometimes the one is the person right there in your face. Good to see her passions unfold and where she gets it from.
-Lana is a better woman than I’ll ever be. To want to bring life into a world where a person has done the same thing multiple times to harm y’all’s family is crazy. I’ll been in struggle love and every struggle don’t deserve my love.
-Issac was dead wrong. Talking about never letting anything happen to his wife. Excuse me sir!!! You can’t be for real. Have you not already by hands hurt your marriage? Oh okay. Lana that’s her man and she stood beside him. ALL I KNOW IS DONT PUT MY LIFE IN NO MESS THAT I HAD NO PARTS IN. Yvonne you’re a better sister-in-law I’ll ever be too.
The book was good. Another family with so bs trying to reconnect, deal with life and live.
Three sisters who inherits a home from their father’s mom on an island down in South Carolina. We follow the sisters lives from their povs not only with each other but family, life and career choices.
-Three POVs: Yvonne, Tami, & Lana.
-One thing that is true & needs to break from families all around the world is KEEP SECRETS. The way people til this day don’t understand a lot of secrets do more harm than good.
-Freda, their mother, is the prime example why you letting man go is fine but taking your behind to therapy is a must. No parent should ever take out their frustration on their kids because of what the other parent did.
-Grandma was cool and all but you’re just as much to blame for not holding your child accountable. Yall mothers and yall sons are a dangerous combo.
-It was great to see the sisters bond again. As well as Yvonne finding her voice & some sweetness.
-Tami not having the best outlook on love because of her surroundings finally giving it a try. Sometimes the one is the person right there in your face. Good to see her passions unfold and where she gets it from.
-Lana is a better woman than I’ll ever be. To want to bring life into a world where a person has done the same thing multiple times to harm y’all’s family is crazy. I’ll been in struggle love and every struggle don’t deserve my love.
-Issac was dead wrong. Talking about never letting anything happen to his wife. Excuse me sir!!! You can’t be for real. Have you not already by hands hurt your marriage? Oh okay. Lana that’s her man and she stood beside him. ALL I KNOW IS DONT PUT MY LIFE IN NO MESS THAT I HAD NO PARTS IN. Yvonne you’re a better sister-in-law I’ll ever be too.
The book was good. Another family with so bs trying to reconnect, deal with life and live.
January 20, 2024
bookscoffeebrews Book Review: Leave It To Us
Stars: 2.5 x 5
Author: A. C. Bailey
Publisher: Montlake from Amazon Publishing
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Having a few sisters myself I thought this would be an
interesting book. I ended up buy the audio version
and I must say I did not care for the narrator of the
audio version. I think if I bought the book to read I may
have liked it more.
There are 3 Butler sisters Yvonne, Lara and Tami. They
are not close at all and all three of them have various
problems and secrets. When their beloved
Grandmother Betty dies they are shocked and
Grandma Betty has left the three of them her house on
Patuskie Island, South Carolina but with conditions.
The three of them must go to the house and renovate it
together. She put $50,000 in trust fund for the repairs
and renovations. Once they are done they can keep
the house or sell it.
I thoroughly enjoyed the part of the book that took
place in South Carolina. The sisters themselves have
many secrets from each other as did Grandma Betty.
Drama ensues as all the secrets get revealed. All works
out in the end and the three sisters become close and
are happy again.
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Stars: 2.5 x 5
Author: A. C. Bailey
Publisher: Montlake from Amazon Publishing
@amazonpublishing
Having a few sisters myself I thought this would be an
interesting book. I ended up buy the audio version
and I must say I did not care for the narrator of the
audio version. I think if I bought the book to read I may
have liked it more.
There are 3 Butler sisters Yvonne, Lara and Tami. They
are not close at all and all three of them have various
problems and secrets. When their beloved
Grandmother Betty dies they are shocked and
Grandma Betty has left the three of them her house on
Patuskie Island, South Carolina but with conditions.
The three of them must go to the house and renovate it
together. She put $50,000 in trust fund for the repairs
and renovations. Once they are done they can keep
the house or sell it.
I thoroughly enjoyed the part of the book that took
place in South Carolina. The sisters themselves have
many secrets from each other as did Grandma Betty.
Drama ensues as all the secrets get revealed. All works
out in the end and the three sisters become close and
are happy again.
#bookstagram #instabook #bookphotography
#bookporn #igbooks #ilovereading #bookhaul
#bookhoarder #bookaddiction #bookstoread
#whattoread #fortheloveofbooks #bookblogging
#bookpics #weekendreads #bookrecs
#booknerdproblems #bookpictures #bookstagram
#amreading #booksbooksbooks #instablog
#booknerds #bookphotos #bibliophile
November 25, 2023
AC Arthur takes us back to the low country of South Carolina as the three Butler sisters return to their grandmother’s home on Daufuskie Island. Leave it to Us is a beautifully written story about the complexities and beauty of sisterhood. The story gives all the feels as these three sisters come together to honor their grandmother’s last wishes, uncover family secrets all while rebuilding their bond as sisters. As I was reading I found myself rooting for the eldest sister Yvonne who spent her entire life living for her mother and taking care of her sisters but by the end of the story she is choosing herself and coming into her own with the support of her sisters. The therapist in me loves how the author touches on the difficulties of mental health through the sister Tami’s struggles with ADHD and Lana’s husband Issac’s struggles with gambling addiction. The reality of the story is what hit home for me the most. The author gives us a view of what often happens within the family structure when we don’t talk about and address those secrets and challenges that we need to heal from. Ac Arthur also gives us a dose of romance as the sisters Tami and Yvonne find love and Lana and her husband Isaac’s dream as a family becomes a reality. Overall, this was a wonderful story, and I am grateful that I got to experience it. Well Done AC Arthur!
February 26, 2024
This is an interesting read with three sisters Lana, Tami and Yvonne who are dealing with family issues of their own. Lana, Tami and Yvonne’s inherited their grandmother’s beach house in South Carolina. Yvonne is the oldest sister and a high school principal and the sole care taker of the sister’s mother after she suffered a stroke. Lana is the middle daughter married with her own family issues. Tami is the baby of the bunch with issues of her own. Each of the sisters each have their own agenda as to what they should do with the beach house. At the reading of the will, the sisters find that their grandmother had her own agenda with the sisters staying at the beach house and renovating it. When the stipulation of once the renovations were complete the sisters could sell the beach house. As the beach house is being renovated the sisters are finding out secrets and other things about the family that are bring the sisters closer together and understanding things much better. This is a great read that happens in many families which sometimes brings families together and sometimes pull the families farther apart.
Will the sisters sell the beach house or will they keep the beach house and continue to mend their bodies, minds and souls?
I received an ARC via NetGalley and Montlake and I am leaving my review voluntarily.
Will the sisters sell the beach house or will they keep the beach house and continue to mend their bodies, minds and souls?
I received an ARC via NetGalley and Montlake and I am leaving my review voluntarily.
December 4, 2023
People always say that it’s amazing how siblings can be so different even though they grew up in the same home. We definitely see that with the Butler sisters. Yvonne, Lana, & Tami can’t be any more different and butt heads over just about everything.
They unexpectedly inherit their grandmother’s home that needs repairs before they can sell. The last thing they want to do is spend the summer together. We watch them break down walls with each other as they renovate. And they learn to stand together as they spill their secrets and discover new ones.
This was my November Amazon first read pick and it was perfection. It reminded me of walking through my childhood home earlier this year. I watched the years of memories be covered in fresh paint and also uncover 60+ years of treasures in the nooks of each room. It’s amazing how a home can make you feel!
This released in 12/1/23. Go grab it!
👉🏻This book has:
•Family Dynamic •Sisters •Self Reflection •Personal Growth •Small Town •Forgiveness •Family Secrets
🤔 Have you inherited a family heirloom/item? If so, what was it?
They unexpectedly inherit their grandmother’s home that needs repairs before they can sell. The last thing they want to do is spend the summer together. We watch them break down walls with each other as they renovate. And they learn to stand together as they spill their secrets and discover new ones.
This was my November Amazon first read pick and it was perfection. It reminded me of walking through my childhood home earlier this year. I watched the years of memories be covered in fresh paint and also uncover 60+ years of treasures in the nooks of each room. It’s amazing how a home can make you feel!
This released in 12/1/23. Go grab it!
👉🏻This book has:
•Family Dynamic •Sisters •Self Reflection •Personal Growth •Small Town •Forgiveness •Family Secrets
🤔 Have you inherited a family heirloom/item? If so, what was it?
December 12, 2023
Meet the Butler sisters – Yvonne, the responsible one; Lana, the middle child who seems to have everything; and Tami, the youngest who doesn’t quite have her life together. When Grandma Betty dies, the three sisters are forced to go to Dafuskie island for the summer to renovate her house before they can sell it. Throughout the book there is plenty of unresolved trauma and secrets that the sisters must air and deal with.
The book started out very strong with lots of Tami attitude, which I really enjoyed. Although there is romance in the book, it felt more like a women’s fiction book than a romance book, and it felt like things slowed down in the middle of the book before coming to a hasty conclusion at the end. I also felt that there was character development that never resulted in anything, like a certain character who disappeared midway through and a career path that was left unexplored.
Overall, it was an enjoyable story, just left me wanting a little more resolution after so much development and buildup. This was my first A C Arthur book, and I would read another.
The book started out very strong with lots of Tami attitude, which I really enjoyed. Although there is romance in the book, it felt more like a women’s fiction book than a romance book, and it felt like things slowed down in the middle of the book before coming to a hasty conclusion at the end. I also felt that there was character development that never resulted in anything, like a certain character who disappeared midway through and a career path that was left unexplored.
Overall, it was an enjoyable story, just left me wanting a little more resolution after so much development and buildup. This was my first A C Arthur book, and I would read another.
October 15, 2024
Not having any sisters myself, I’m always drawn to stories that explore sisterhood, and this one hit all the right notes! Three disconnected sisters find themselves inheriting their grandmother’s beloved home—the place where they spent many happy summers together. Of course, there’s a twist: they have to oversee the much-needed renovations of the house. This setup led to the sisters being thrust back into each other’s lives, and I loved watching the unique blend of their personalities and emotions unfold.
Each sister brings something different to the table, from their struggles to their distinct life stages, and that’s what made this book stand out for me. The tension and distance between them felt real, but so did their undeniable connection rooted in shared memories. There’s just the right balance of drama, intrigue, and a dash of potential romance to keep the story moving. Overall, this was a heartwarming and engaging read that reminded me of the complexity and beauty of family bonds.
Each sister brings something different to the table, from their struggles to their distinct life stages, and that’s what made this book stand out for me. The tension and distance between them felt real, but so did their undeniable connection rooted in shared memories. There’s just the right balance of drama, intrigue, and a dash of potential romance to keep the story moving. Overall, this was a heartwarming and engaging read that reminded me of the complexity and beauty of family bonds.
December 12, 2023
Leave it to Us by A.C. Arthur was a memorable and heartfelt read that left me craving more. This was a well written book that developed the main characters, who are also sisters, well. I was able to get a great understanding of each sister- Yvonne, Lana and Tammy- and what Grandma Betty meant to each one of them. The setting of a summer house left me yearning for summer, and I could imagine the nostalgic setting of a summer home as I was reading. The book unfolded in multiple layers, and while resolved I was left wanting more as a reader. Although there was romance in this book, I would not classify it as romance. It was a nice addition to the book, but not necessarily what I look for in a book.
Overall, this was a well written book but not a good fit for me and my interests.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book and a chance to review it. #LeaveIttoUs #NetGalley
Overall, this was a well written book but not a good fit for me and my interests.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book and a chance to review it. #LeaveIttoUs #NetGalley
November 11, 2023
I am a self-admitted book worm, and I have been the majority of my life. Here lately, I gravitate towards suspenseful books. One genre that I have also been gravitating towards is books that make me laugh. Because of this, as the subject matter was different than what I typically read, I was nervous about reading this book. I needn't have worried.
Pros: I tend to be hesitant to read books from a new author, because it tends to take me a while to get used to their particular writing style. While it did take a while for this book to "hook me", overall I definitely enjoyed it.
Cons: None at all! Good book, and I'm excited to read more from the author.
I like books that I can identify with the characters. I definitely identified with the character of Yvonne. I don't want to spoil anything, but those who also enjoy that character will be pleased with her ending. I recommend this book.
Pros: I tend to be hesitant to read books from a new author, because it tends to take me a while to get used to their particular writing style. While it did take a while for this book to "hook me", overall I definitely enjoyed it.
Cons: None at all! Good book, and I'm excited to read more from the author.
I like books that I can identify with the characters. I definitely identified with the character of Yvonne. I don't want to spoil anything, but those who also enjoy that character will be pleased with her ending. I recommend this book.
June 3, 2024
Genuine love conquers all!
Every marriage has heartaches, regardless how painful. Families have embarrassing secrets they don’t want revealed, but in life, what you do in the dark will often times come to life, even after death.
I loved this novel and A.C. was spot on with sibling rivalry, a hurt and domineering mother, a deceitful and loving grandmother and father. This author has always been one of my favorite because the truth is always brought to life in every novel and all the characters’ thoughts are thoroughly developed.
I also loved the fact that the sisters realized that they would not carry the burden of the lies that had been told but live in the present; also, I love novels like this one and I will forever share them with family and friends. Thanks again, A. C. Arthur!
Every marriage has heartaches, regardless how painful. Families have embarrassing secrets they don’t want revealed, but in life, what you do in the dark will often times come to life, even after death.
I loved this novel and A.C. was spot on with sibling rivalry, a hurt and domineering mother, a deceitful and loving grandmother and father. This author has always been one of my favorite because the truth is always brought to life in every novel and all the characters’ thoughts are thoroughly developed.
I also loved the fact that the sisters realized that they would not carry the burden of the lies that had been told but live in the present; also, I love novels like this one and I will forever share them with family and friends. Thanks again, A. C. Arthur!
December 6, 2024
If A.C Arthur does anything well, it is write the hell out a story about 3 sisters! This book follows sisters Yvonne, Lana and Tami. We meet them as they are learning about the inheritance they received after the death of their beloved grandma Betty. As they are going through the specifics of their inheritance, old hurts disappointments and family secrets come out. These women fall into the typical sibling roles: Oldest Yvonne is family fixer, middle child Lana is living her life on her terms and carefree (so the others think) and youngest Tami is the one who can’t seem to get it together.
I love family stories, because it lets me know that deep down, we are all the same. I love the authors writing style and storytelling. Actually, I am looking for my next read by her as we speak! Definitely a must read.
I love family stories, because it lets me know that deep down, we are all the same. I love the authors writing style and storytelling. Actually, I am looking for my next read by her as we speak! Definitely a must read.
November 16, 2023
Secrets held too long can be devastating!
The Butler sisters learned more in the aftermath of their beloved grandmother's passing than just fixing up her home. The secrets held for over twenty years came to life, the sisters learned to be sisters finally and all of them including their mother faced some hard truths and forged a stronger bond with each other, their mother and the secret they had recently learned about! I liked their story and was glad Yvonne and Deacon fell in love , Tami admitted her true feelings for Gabriel and Lana and Isaac got their marriage back on track and added to their family! Great story AC!!!!
The Butler sisters learned more in the aftermath of their beloved grandmother's passing than just fixing up her home. The secrets held for over twenty years came to life, the sisters learned to be sisters finally and all of them including their mother faced some hard truths and forged a stronger bond with each other, their mother and the secret they had recently learned about! I liked their story and was glad Yvonne and Deacon fell in love , Tami admitted her true feelings for Gabriel and Lana and Isaac got their marriage back on track and added to their family! Great story AC!!!!
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