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Once again, adventure arises for Smith and Bea. Only this time, it's Bea who dives into trouble. Bea who faces the dark side of her soul. And, it is Bea who has to decide just how deep into the darkness she is willing to go.

The only question remaining is will Smith meet her there or will he pull her back out?

137 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 31, 2023

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1,380 reviews28 followers
February 16, 2024
Bea was worried her new daughter who Smith brought home would be taken by her birth mother. She dreamed about it and worried when she was awake. Smith is away and she decides to visit the orphanage while he is gone. She doesn't go alone but she is really upset by her visit. Bea can't help herself she takes another baby home with her. She finds the children and from babies on up do not have enough of the things they need, especially food. She goes back with her friends and they take twins but the difference will be made with Vi and Jack supporting the orphanage. Their new editions to the families will be loved by all. I wanted to adopt one of them in reading this.
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284 reviews4 followers
August 2, 2023
Smith, and all great reads

I absolutely love these books. Both the vi and Victor series as well as the Smith investigation series is so fun. The characters are well developed as they’ve been introduced and I’ve loved seeing how the storyline has progressed. This is one series you must read absolutely from the beginning to get the full experience of the story. I love that each story has a mystery to solve and everyone comes together to solve it. I cannot wait for the next book. I’m excited for Vi to have her baby.
50 reviews
August 4, 2023
A new twist on postpartum depression

Beatrice is haunted by worry about the mother of her new daughter. Was the adoption truly legal or had they unwittingly stolen a baby from a mother who really wanted her? Smith was not so bothered. He was perfectly clear that Calliope was theirs no matter her background, But Beatrice, caught in the throws of postpartum depression can’t let it go and with Smith out of town, she starts her own investigation, drawing all of their friends into it, too and inadvertently expanding their family.
93 reviews1 follower
August 1, 2023
Beth Byers, Bea & Smith at their Best

Bored w the inane interactions between spoiled Vi and friends, this book was a refreshing change. Hoping more on the orphanage and more little lives changed including Agatha's friend, all the babies adopted, help for the mothers, and new lives for the older kids. If we can work so hard to find good homes for dogs and cats, why dont we do the same for children. I wish I had the money to do so...
52 reviews
August 1, 2023
Fun read, but short

These Smith Investigates are fun reading, but they are much shorter than the original series that it sprang from. Not sure if this is normal for a second series, but it is frustrating.

Otherwise, it is nice to have characters from an original series get their separate stories. I like that we get to see all of the characters with their own personalities and quirks.

11 reviews
August 5, 2023
Loved it!!

I have to say that I think this is my Favorite Smith Investigates so far!! Had me smiling and cheering during so many parts. A really wonderful advocate for adoption and understanding of the birth mothers involved and their different stories and difficult choices.
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August 13, 2023
Good story but…

I enjoyed this book and love how Bea and her ‘family’ work to help and care for others. However, there were a lot of misspelled words and confusing names in this book.
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September 16, 2023
Love Heals All Hurts

No matter what is going badly, God can set them right because God is love. That's what makes this novel a pleasure to read. For all who enjoy mysteries and solutions to them, this is a great way to spend your time.
84 reviews1 follower
August 2, 2023
Babies to love

A truly wonderful story filled with love. You do not have to birth a child to love a child. Thanks for an inspiring story!
900 reviews7 followers
August 4, 2023
awwwww

This one pulled at my heartstrings. I enjoyed hearing about the adoptions and I am definitely looking forward to Agatha.
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102 reviews
August 27, 2023
enjoyable book.

I particularly enjoyed this book as it followed Adoption of unwanted babes. Another interesting book in the World of Violet Carlyle-Wakefield and friends.
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September 1, 2023
I loved it

The times of women and children of the period was so clear. Wow thank you!
I cannot wait for the next adventure! Bring it on!
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December 5, 2023
The family grows in numbers and love

Another great adventure with the gang as they put right some wings in the world. A simply not too dangerous of a tale.
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183 reviews3 followers
September 8, 2023
Please spend time editing. I love these characters and the storylines but they are so badly edited it is difficult to read. Please fix it.
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