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Granite Cove #3
No Choice at All
One night. One choice. Changes everything.
One single moment can change a person’s life forever. Moving to Granite Cove was supposed to be Rebecca’s fresh start. She has a firm no dating rule. There’s no time or room in her life—and she has horrible taste in men.
One impulsive decision threatens all her careful planning. The handsome stranger she never thought she’d see again keeps showing up, weakening her resolve.
Love is a fairy tale only the young and naïve believe in. How will he change her mind and heart and teach her to trust?
No Choice at All is a standalone, small town, second chance, romance.
One single moment can change a person’s life forever. Moving to Granite Cove was supposed to be Rebecca’s fresh start. She has a firm no dating rule. There’s no time or room in her life—and she has horrible taste in men.
One impulsive decision threatens all her careful planning. The handsome stranger she never thought she’d see again keeps showing up, weakening her resolve.
Love is a fairy tale only the young and naïve believe in. How will he change her mind and heart and teach her to trust?
No Choice at All is a standalone, small town, second chance, romance.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 7, 2021
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February 6, 2022
“No Choice at all” is a heartwarming journey sure to take readers on an adventure that will stick with them for a long time.
Read full review in the 2022 February issue of InD'tale Magazine.
Read full review in the 2022 February issue of InD'tale Magazine.
December 12, 2021
Whenever Denise Carbo releases a book in the Granite Cove series, does anyone else get super excited? Or just me??
I really adored this book. No Choice At All is such a touching story. Ian is a hilarious and surprisingly genuine character, especially concerning how much he cares about Drew along with his persistence to date Rebecca. Rebecca is stubborn about relationships, but within good reason. The author did an awesome job at delving into her past, creating a well-rounded and complicated character.
I love this series, and I'm hoping there will be a book 4 in the future!
I really adored this book. No Choice At All is such a touching story. Ian is a hilarious and surprisingly genuine character, especially concerning how much he cares about Drew along with his persistence to date Rebecca. Rebecca is stubborn about relationships, but within good reason. The author did an awesome job at delving into her past, creating a well-rounded and complicated character.
I love this series, and I'm hoping there will be a book 4 in the future!
January 14, 2023
love this Series
I love this book series!!! I love getting to know all the characters. I can’t wait for the rest of them!
I love this book series!!! I love getting to know all the characters. I can’t wait for the rest of them!
December 2, 2021
This is book three in The Granite Cove Series and it is Rebecca and Ian's story. Rebecca has had terrible luck with men in the past so she has now decided that she needs a start so she goes to live in Granite Cove and keep her distance from men but that plan backfires when the man she had a one night stand with keeps showing up where ever she goes and it is getting really annoying. Will Rebecca and Ian take a chance on trying to have a relationship to see if it will work between them or will they both miss out on something special only time will tell what the outcome will be for them. I really enjoyed reading this book and I couldn't put it down as it was so well written and definitely worth reading.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 8, 2021
Book three in the series brings Rebecca and Ian's story. She's keeping her distance from men but ends up in a one night stand. Now he keeps showing up everywhere she goes, Will their one nighter turn into something more? This is a well written book with strong characters and descriptive scenes. It moves fluidly and is an entertaining read.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book. All opinions in this review are my own and freely given.
November 8, 2021
She has terrible luck with men so she is starting out again in a new town and not looking for a man in her life. They have one night but he continues popping up. Why is he always turning up unexpectedly? Is this going to be a love story? Will it end in disaster? See how it will all go
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 3, 2022
Absolutely loved it! I really enjoyed this book. I am so glad I had the opportunity to read it and I would definitely recommend it!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 4, 2022
Inspiring
Love reading this series. This book deals with autism, romance, possibilities, responsibility and is inspiring. Kids, young and older with autism are special as are the people who look after them.
Love reading this series. This book deals with autism, romance, possibilities, responsibility and is inspiring. Kids, young and older with autism are special as are the people who look after them.
September 17, 2024
love story you can’t put down
The story is believable from the start. Ian’s love and persuasive perusing make for good reading. And who doesn’t love a mushy ending.
The story is believable from the start. Ian’s love and persuasive perusing make for good reading. And who doesn’t love a mushy ending.
October 14, 2022
I’m a firm believer in the statement, “One single moment can change a person’s life forever.” Let’s take that statement and apply it to reading a book. I believe a great book can influence a person’s life forever. The story No Choice at All is one of those books.
I believe in “love at first sight” and fairy tale romance. The heroine, Rebecca, has baggage. Honestly, who doesn’t these days? One night Rebecca made a choice that changed her life. She met the hero, Ian. Ian is “book boyfriend worthy”. I fell in love with Ian right away. His sense of humor was the highlight in this story for me. He had his work cut out for him to pursue Rebecca. I’m so thankful he was persistent and never gave up.
Rebecca and Ian’s love story helped pass time while I was flying and delayed at an airport. Their chemistry was a bit warm at times which made it a little awkward being in the middle seat on the plane. I was a bit worried that the people on either side of me was reading my iPad screen during a sensual scene. I wasn’t worried enough to close the iPad though… Nothing was going to stop me from reading except perhaps the plane crashing.
I had no idea this book was part of a series until after I finished it. Apparently, it’s book three of five. It’s safe to say that this book can be read as a standalone. Now that I know about books one and two, I am interested in reading them. This was my first Denise Carbo book, and I enjoyed her writing talent.
The cast of characters are relatable and well developed. I think Ian’s family sounds like the ideal family. Rebecca will fit in like a missing puzzle piece.
While this is a contemporary romance, I found it to be inspiring. It takes courage to learn to trust again. Just when you think that there is no choice at all is when you actually discover that you do have a choice. It is a leap of faith to open your heart. I appreciate books that influence me to have hope.
This book demonstrated what unconditional love really is. I highly encourage others to give this book a try. This truly is a heartwarming story.
I believe in “love at first sight” and fairy tale romance. The heroine, Rebecca, has baggage. Honestly, who doesn’t these days? One night Rebecca made a choice that changed her life. She met the hero, Ian. Ian is “book boyfriend worthy”. I fell in love with Ian right away. His sense of humor was the highlight in this story for me. He had his work cut out for him to pursue Rebecca. I’m so thankful he was persistent and never gave up.
Rebecca and Ian’s love story helped pass time while I was flying and delayed at an airport. Their chemistry was a bit warm at times which made it a little awkward being in the middle seat on the plane. I was a bit worried that the people on either side of me was reading my iPad screen during a sensual scene. I wasn’t worried enough to close the iPad though… Nothing was going to stop me from reading except perhaps the plane crashing.
I had no idea this book was part of a series until after I finished it. Apparently, it’s book three of five. It’s safe to say that this book can be read as a standalone. Now that I know about books one and two, I am interested in reading them. This was my first Denise Carbo book, and I enjoyed her writing talent.
The cast of characters are relatable and well developed. I think Ian’s family sounds like the ideal family. Rebecca will fit in like a missing puzzle piece.
While this is a contemporary romance, I found it to be inspiring. It takes courage to learn to trust again. Just when you think that there is no choice at all is when you actually discover that you do have a choice. It is a leap of faith to open your heart. I appreciate books that influence me to have hope.
This book demonstrated what unconditional love really is. I highly encourage others to give this book a try. This truly is a heartwarming story.
December 14, 2021
In a moment of weakness, Rebecca makes a choice that could shatter her plans for a fresh start. Rebecca has a firm no dating rule and there’s a good reason for that. She doesn’t have time for men, especially those who are bad news. But one-night stands? Sure, those are allowed, though Rebecca is rethinking that idea. Her one-night stand shows up in the middle of her new life in Granite Cove. Not only that, but he keeps popping up and weakening her tough stance. Can love be real or is it a fairy tale? One choice is all it takes, especially when it comes to matters of the heart.
No Choice At All is a modern romance unlike any I’ve read before. I’ve read some jaded heroines, but Rebecca overshadows them all. Overall, this is a quality piece of women’s fiction with some romance featured but I wouldn’t define it as a romance. The characters are realistic and there’s plenty of angst written throughout to appeal to those readers who love that kind of story. I had a hard time connecting with Rebecca. She’s the complete opposite of me but I kept reading to see what would happen next. The descriptive narration is impeccable and transported me to the lovely town of Granite Cove. If dramatic romance without all the mushy stuff is your reading jam, you’ll adore No Choice At All. If you like a realistic story with some romance in it, pick up No Choice At All.
Disclaimer: I received a copy from the author in the hopes I'd review it. My thoughts are all my own.
My Rating: 4.5 stars
Reviewed by: Mrs. N
This review first appeared: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/po...
No Choice At All is a modern romance unlike any I’ve read before. I’ve read some jaded heroines, but Rebecca overshadows them all. Overall, this is a quality piece of women’s fiction with some romance featured but I wouldn’t define it as a romance. The characters are realistic and there’s plenty of angst written throughout to appeal to those readers who love that kind of story. I had a hard time connecting with Rebecca. She’s the complete opposite of me but I kept reading to see what would happen next. The descriptive narration is impeccable and transported me to the lovely town of Granite Cove. If dramatic romance without all the mushy stuff is your reading jam, you’ll adore No Choice At All. If you like a realistic story with some romance in it, pick up No Choice At All.
Disclaimer: I received a copy from the author in the hopes I'd review it. My thoughts are all my own.
My Rating: 4.5 stars
Reviewed by: Mrs. N
This review first appeared: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/po...
December 24, 2021
What a sweet story! Rebecca is working hard at her flower shop and taking care of her special needs brother so she has no time for a relationship but when she moved to town she found out her one night stand lives there. Ian couldn’t believe the girl who snuck out of his hotel room moved here to his hometown which was perfect because he couldn’t stop thinking about her. When she finally agrees to date him she has come clean about her brother but Ian takes it all in stride because he likes her that much. Ian is such a good person it’s hard not to fall in love with him we just hope she does too
July 17, 2026
the best-written one. The storyline flows well, although one thing I’ve noticed with these books is that some parts move very quickly. I mean, they go from saying “I love you” for the first time straight to getting engaged. In my opinion, that skips a few important steps. Even so, I found it less distracting in this book when the relationship progressed so quickly.
September 16, 2025
My favorite of this series so far; excellent job portraying a special needs adult person and the emotional strength it takes to care for him, as well as the joy he brings in his own unique way to his sister's life.
July 30, 2024
4.5/5 ⭐️ I really really liked this book!!
May 25, 2026
A sweet rom-com that highlights taking care of a teen-aged brother on the spectrum.
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