Big Island Neighbors

Big Island #2

by Shayla Cherry

Escape to the Island of Hawaii, where flowers and friendship bloom year round.When Tara's husband decides to quit his job and extend his trip to the mainland indefinitely, she's left to care for their three children alone. With an overflowing hobby farm and a rapidly dwindling savings account, it will take all of her creativity and courage to keep her family afloat.Next door, Emma searches for fresh purpose that will carry her through her ongoing grief.Lani navigates new love even as her ex works to destroy the life that she's built in Hawaii.These three neighbors support each other as they navigate new challanges, creating lives that are true to who they are and who they want to be.

This is the second book of the Big Island Series, a women's fiction saga filled with heart and hope.

228 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 27, 2024

Reviews

[Diana · Rating 5 out of 5]

island life

As a Hilo girl, I have absolutely loved this story and enjoyed revisiting memories through the story. It is rich with local flavor and landmarks and events we took part in growing up. Looking forward to more rich tales. Mahalo

[Claudia · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quick and easy read.

[Phyllis Saunders · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars

5 stars for Big Island Neighbors. Beautifully written story of the Islands and the strong women who make it all work. The descriptions make you want to close your eyes and hear the waves, smell the flowers and feel the sun on your face.

[Alana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shayla Cherry has done it again! Big Island Neighbors is a wonderful continuation of the Big Island Series, and I loved every page.

Tara's story is the heart of this book, and it's absolutely compelling. When her husband abandons his responsibilities and extends his mainland trip indefinitely, Tara is left to care for their three children, manage an overflowing hobby farm, and watch their savings disappear. What I loved most was seeing Tara dig deep and discover her own strength and creativity. Watching her transform her passion into a sustainable living for her family was incredibly inspiring and satisfying. Cherry captures the fear, determination, and ultimate triumph of a woman reinventing her life on her own terms.

Meanwhile, Emma and Lani's ongoing stories continue to resonate. Emma's search for fresh purpose as she moves through her grief feels authentic and hopeful, while Lani's navigation of new love—complicated by her vindictive ex's attempts to destroy what she's built.

What makes this series so special is the way these three neighbors support each other through life's challenges. Their friendship is the foundation that allows each woman to become who she's meant to be. Cherry perfectly captures the way community and connection can sustain us through the hardest times.

[Yvette · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read book 1 back in January of this year, and I’ll admit that I don’t remember anything from it. After reading my review and this second book, I’d say I feel the same. The theme of community is profound and I adored the women that stood together to help each other. It was quick, but enjoyable and just a good light-hearted read.

[Donna Vincent · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mahalo for the series of books on the big island. I live here and the stories of the Hawaiian aloha spirit is so prevalent. I am reading one after another and can’t put them down. Donna Vincent

[Leslie Grosvenor · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’m glad I kept with this series. Book 2 had much better flow and continuity. I’m not a big fan of multiple POVs but for this book it worked out.

[Lynne · Rating 4 out of 5]

An engaging story of living in Hawaii, where friends and family matter most. The women characters are all strong and work hard to survive and help their children thrive.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

awesome

Love this series
Love the family
Brings back memories of living in Hawaii. Can’t wait to read more of the books

[Rosemarie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoying this set can’t put it down