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Moon Beach Magic
As Vince’s world explodes behind him, he flees his dead-end life for a fresh start in sleepy Moon Beach. But when a land-hungry con artist shows up in town, Moon Beach becomes anything but tranquil.
Now Vince and his to die for burnt sugar ricotta pastries, a feisty octogenarian with a major stake in prime coastal real estate, a beautiful young woman with a penchant for scrap metal and forgery, and the local wildlife must all join forces to try to save the beach–and each other–from an environmental disaster.
Greed. Deception. Sleaze. Dynamite. Definitely a recipe for trouble in paradise.
Unless adding a bit of Moon Beach magic to the mix can conjure up a generous helping of just desserts for everyone instead.
Now Vince and his to die for burnt sugar ricotta pastries, a feisty octogenarian with a major stake in prime coastal real estate, a beautiful young woman with a penchant for scrap metal and forgery, and the local wildlife must all join forces to try to save the beach–and each other–from an environmental disaster.
Greed. Deception. Sleaze. Dynamite. Definitely a recipe for trouble in paradise.
Unless adding a bit of Moon Beach magic to the mix can conjure up a generous helping of just desserts for everyone instead.
207 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 1, 2013
4 people want to read
About the author
Natasha Alexander
2 books3 followersNatasha Alexander writes contemporary fiction featuring quirky characters stumbling toward self-awareness, decent cannoli, and possibly love. Her current novel, Moon Beach Magic, follows some of the characters introduced in her first book, Just Desserts: Greed. Lust. Death. Tiramisu.
She loves road trips, and has visited most of the funky little beach towns that fortunately still dot the southeastern coast of the US. Moon Beach is a blend of the best of these gems.
In earlier lifetimes, Natasha worked in publishing, taught at various levels from kindergarten through university, designed interactive video, attended theological school, and conducted ethnographic research in urban schools around the country. (Not all at the same time, though.)
If she’s not writing, she’s probably walking on the beach or singing. Occasionally both at the same time.
She loves road trips, and has visited most of the funky little beach towns that fortunately still dot the southeastern coast of the US. Moon Beach is a blend of the best of these gems.
In earlier lifetimes, Natasha worked in publishing, taught at various levels from kindergarten through university, designed interactive video, attended theological school, and conducted ethnographic research in urban schools around the country. (Not all at the same time, though.)
If she’s not writing, she’s probably walking on the beach or singing. Occasionally both at the same time.
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October 24, 2013
Gah! I hate to say this, but I must scream sequel! I want to know more about Lizzie and Vince NOW!
This is a fun and adventurous read. I loved every second of it and I’m feeling the pull to Moon Beach. What a great little community. Don’t we all wish we could live and love in a place so magical? If you’re looking for an adventurous beach read with plenty of turns, you’ve found it. I would even venture to say this is a great holiday read, curled up with a warm throw, a roaring fire, and a great little pastry.
Vince is such a warm hearted guy. You’ll really enjoy watching him come into his own as he finds direction, friendship, and love. I feel like I’ve gained a friend for life in him.
I hope Natasha Alexander considers writing a sequel, or I will forever wonder about that first kiss.
This is a fun and adventurous read. I loved every second of it and I’m feeling the pull to Moon Beach. What a great little community. Don’t we all wish we could live and love in a place so magical? If you’re looking for an adventurous beach read with plenty of turns, you’ve found it. I would even venture to say this is a great holiday read, curled up with a warm throw, a roaring fire, and a great little pastry.
Vince is such a warm hearted guy. You’ll really enjoy watching him come into his own as he finds direction, friendship, and love. I feel like I’ve gained a friend for life in him.
I hope Natasha Alexander considers writing a sequel, or I will forever wonder about that first kiss.
November 3, 2013
Moon Beach Magic is an enjoyable read filled with quirky characters you want to know more about. Most of the action takes place in Moon Beach, a place I would love to live, if only so I could hang out at the book store and eat Vince's amazing pastries. I agree the book cries out for a sequel. There is much more to say about Moon Beach, its magic, and its fascinating residents.
October 24, 2013
I found this book to be a joy to read. It has just the right combination of ingredients to keep me interested and entertained from beginning to end. There's never a dull moment.
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