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The Rule Breaker: Feel Good Beachy Women's Fiction
The Rule Breaker is the third book in best selling author Maggie Miller's new trilogy. Don't miss this epic summer read!
Harper Calhoun doesn't need any more complications in her life. Then one shows up. A seriously major complication that also happens to be a link to her past. This isn't a surprise she needed or wanted, but she's going to have to deal with it.
Following rules has been a big part of how she's gotten herself through life. Does she dare break the rules now? She might not have a choice...
Harper Calhoun doesn't need any more complications in her life. Then one shows up. A seriously major complication that also happens to be a link to her past. This isn't a surprise she needed or wanted, but she's going to have to deal with it.
Following rules has been a big part of how she's gotten herself through life. Does she dare break the rules now? She might not have a choice...
- GenresWomens Fiction
394 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 30, 2024
428 people are currently reading
99 people want to read
About the author
Maggie Miller
42 books350 followersTime off is time best spent at the beach, don't you agree?
The beach is my happy place. The sound of the waves are my favorite background music. And the sand between my toes is the best massage I can think of.
When I'm not at the beach, I'm writing or reading or cooking for my family. You know, life.
I hope you enjoy my books. Drop me a line and let me know what you think of them! You can find me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MaggieMiller... or at my website, https://www.maggiemillerauthor.com. Don't forget to sign up for my newsletter!
The beach is my happy place. The sound of the waves are my favorite background music. And the sand between my toes is the best massage I can think of.
When I'm not at the beach, I'm writing or reading or cooking for my family. You know, life.
I hope you enjoy my books. Drop me a line and let me know what you think of them! You can find me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MaggieMiller... or at my website, https://www.maggiemillerauthor.com. Don't forget to sign up for my newsletter!
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October 10, 2024
An excellent conclusion to this trilogy. Loved all the characters! Highly recommend.
November 28, 2024
Love her books
These books always make my heart happy and put a smile on my face. It was well written and wholesome.
These books always make my heart happy and put a smile on my face. It was well written and wholesome.
October 15, 2024
I'm terrible at writing reviews, especially when I'm still in a wonderful fog after reading a book. So I will try.
I am a serious series reader; I've read almost all the WF/romance series available on Kindle. I loved almost all, BUT I adored all of Maggie Miller's series, especially the Hideaway Bay series. She has a gift for making her characters so personable that I feel as if I am part of the story with them, even part of their families. Mitch Ripley was very special to me because everything he does as an author is either what I do or encouraged me to do what he does. I, too, was in a writing funk but this series encouraged me so much I went back to my latest book and have been writing at least 1000 words every day.
Miller brings life to every conversation her characters have. She has them doing ordinary, daily things like opening the fridge and putting away groceries. Most authors would skip those things but they are a part of life, and she makes them interesting. I've started doing that in my writing now, too, all because of her. I am indebted to her for that.
I would love to get together with her in person to chat. She, herself, must be so interesting. I believe she sees life as it is and presents it exactly that way. I hope others, especially other writers of WF/romance will read her and be as captivated as I.
Bonnie Engstrom
I am a serious series reader; I've read almost all the WF/romance series available on Kindle. I loved almost all, BUT I adored all of Maggie Miller's series, especially the Hideaway Bay series. She has a gift for making her characters so personable that I feel as if I am part of the story with them, even part of their families. Mitch Ripley was very special to me because everything he does as an author is either what I do or encouraged me to do what he does. I, too, was in a writing funk but this series encouraged me so much I went back to my latest book and have been writing at least 1000 words every day.
Miller brings life to every conversation her characters have. She has them doing ordinary, daily things like opening the fridge and putting away groceries. Most authors would skip those things but they are a part of life, and she makes them interesting. I've started doing that in my writing now, too, all because of her. I am indebted to her for that.
I would love to get together with her in person to chat. She, herself, must be so interesting. I believe she sees life as it is and presents it exactly that way. I hope others, especially other writers of WF/romance will read her and be as captivated as I.
Bonnie Engstrom
October 5, 2024
Well done! Perfect beach read. Harper deals with a life changing issue with Mitch by her side, which changes the direction of their relationship. Angie, Lucas’ brother and former NYPD, solves everyone else’s issues, as only a former police officer from a big city can (all above board) i.e., Jack and Kyle. Joyce’s sister arrives and now they have a YouTube show, Willa is enjoying the summer before school starts, and Frankie’s business takes off! All in all, a great series, highly recommended.
October 6, 2024
Great story line(s). Location of the story is a dream house. And let’s admit, the money levels are envious.
That said, the ending was as if “ ok, I’m done writing now”. There were open ends to 3-4 of the characters that I would like to read more on. Aka, make this a long series based upon the unsung characters.
A few repetitive sentences throughout, but not a killer to the story, just redundant.
It’s a story based in a rich world, where real worries can happen, but always resolve in the positive. A lot of ‘money solves everything’ vibe.
My written negatives in no way should delete the reading pleasure I found within this book.
A perfect beach or fireside read.
It’s a reread book for those times you just want to disappear into another dimension of life.
I await another book that will continue the lives of the secondary characters.
That said, the ending was as if “ ok, I’m done writing now”. There were open ends to 3-4 of the characters that I would like to read more on. Aka, make this a long series based upon the unsung characters.
A few repetitive sentences throughout, but not a killer to the story, just redundant.
It’s a story based in a rich world, where real worries can happen, but always resolve in the positive. A lot of ‘money solves everything’ vibe.
My written negatives in no way should delete the reading pleasure I found within this book.
A perfect beach or fireside read.
It’s a reread book for those times you just want to disappear into another dimension of life.
I await another book that will continue the lives of the secondary characters.
November 29, 2024
Great book!!!!
While I love series I kinda hate them too. I want so much h to dive Into the next book in the series. (I am assuming there will be more). I want to know what is going to happen when Buck and Glenda come to visit. What happens next when the sisters do another show, will Frankie paint and do a gallery show? Will Addison try to take Ruthie? So many things I want to know. Can't wait for the next book in this series.
While I love series I kinda hate them too. I want so much h to dive Into the next book in the series. (I am assuming there will be more). I want to know what is going to happen when Buck and Glenda come to visit. What happens next when the sisters do another show, will Frankie paint and do a gallery show? Will Addison try to take Ruthie? So many things I want to know. Can't wait for the next book in this series.
January 17, 2026
Near the end: Harper is not ready to say yes if Mitch proposes. Mitch didn’t get the ring they saw in Vegas because he doesn’t think Harper loved it enough.
A few days later, Mitch proposes with the Vegas ring and Harper says yes. I am all for happy endings but this felt rushed and out of line with the previous few chapters. Also wish Frankie did the cover art for these because the cover art was…not good.
A few days later, Mitch proposes with the Vegas ring and Harper says yes. I am all for happy endings but this felt rushed and out of line with the previous few chapters. Also wish Frankie did the cover art for these because the cover art was…not good.
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October 12, 2024
always a fan
Always a fan of Maggie Miller. The third in the series nicely wraps up the series without rushing to close everything up in the final chapter. The reader is left with a picture of the future for all of the characters while comfortably knowing the challenges of their lives have been overcome.
Always a fan of Maggie Miller. The third in the series nicely wraps up the series without rushing to close everything up in the final chapter. The reader is left with a picture of the future for all of the characters while comfortably knowing the challenges of their lives have been overcome.
June 13, 2025
I really enjoyed this series, especially with all the day to day details of ordinary life, but I do wish there was one more book. I’d love to have all the details tied up - Lucas & Frankie, Joyce & Beryl, Ryan, Willa, etc. I realize the story was about Harper & Mitch but I loved everyone else in it & would love to know how their stories unfold,too.
August 20, 2025
All of the characters in this series were so likable and had their own complex personalities and challenges which kept me engaged and interested. I really enjoyed the development of relationships and friendships throughout the book and series, it was cute. I did really enjoy this series, it was light hearted and fun and perfect for bed reading!
October 18, 2024
Great series
All three books were amazing. What a great group of characters! Each one explored differently. I loved them all and will miss their story. The reading went so smoothly and was always entertaining. Wish this series could go on forever!!!
All three books were amazing. What a great group of characters! Each one explored differently. I loved them all and will miss their story. The reading went so smoothly and was always entertaining. Wish this series could go on forever!!!
October 27, 2024
I just finished the series. I LOVED all 3 books in the series. Sad there will not be any additional books to be added to the series. I so wished there could be ! Totally enjoyed all the characters! ❤️❤️
October 28, 2024
Beautiful and hard to put down!
Maggie definitely designs a well crafted story with many twists and turns that are very relatable to our day to day life.
Can not wait to see what the future stories bring!
Maggie definitely designs a well crafted story with many twists and turns that are very relatable to our day to day life.
Can not wait to see what the future stories bring!
November 22, 2024
Intriguing
This book ties up loose ends and finishes the intrigue of books 1, 2,and send l also book 3. It door a set up some interesting as ting future books if the author should choose to continue working with these characters.
This book ties up loose ends and finishes the intrigue of books 1, 2,and send l also book 3. It door a set up some interesting as ting future books if the author should choose to continue working with these characters.
January 24, 2025
The end of hideaway bay?
Loved this series. Loved the ending for Harper, but so many lose ends with Frankie and Willa's lives. Hope their stories continue in Hideaway Bay or a new series. But definitely enjoyed all the characters in this series and their stories.
Loved this series. Loved the ending for Harper, but so many lose ends with Frankie and Willa's lives. Hope their stories continue in Hideaway Bay or a new series. But definitely enjoyed all the characters in this series and their stories.
February 14, 2025
Please continue this series
I am in love with this series. There is so much more that can be told. PLEASE consider continuing. The characters are wonderful and inviting. Well told story. Would love more please. One of my new favorite writers.
I am in love with this series. There is so much more that can be told. PLEASE consider continuing. The characters are wonderful and inviting. Well told story. Would love more please. One of my new favorite writers.
April 23, 2025
Bravo!
This series is a winner! The only thing bad is I need more books for Frankie, Willa, Kyle, Joyce, Beryl, Lucas, Jack, baby Ruthie, Angie & Jason. The characters are so well written. I want to read Kyle’s books. Could they possibly exist?
This series is a winner! The only thing bad is I need more books for Frankie, Willa, Kyle, Joyce, Beryl, Lucas, Jack, baby Ruthie, Angie & Jason. The characters are so well written. I want to read Kyle’s books. Could they possibly exist?
February 7, 2026
Ahh, for the Life!
This is the perfect “beach read.” You’ll fall in love with each of the characters and wish you were one of them. There are some twists and turns along the way as strangers become friends and family to each other.
This is the perfect “beach read.” You’ll fall in love with each of the characters and wish you were one of them. There are some twists and turns along the way as strangers become friends and family to each other.
October 2, 2024
I am Loving Maggie Miller!
Each book is great, I love series so I can see the characters interact and grow between each book. Well done!
Each book is great, I love series so I can see the characters interact and grow between each book. Well done!
October 8, 2024
Excellent 3-book series. Heartwarming, smart, and sorry to see it end.
October 11, 2024
Perfection
This is such a great book and honestly made me tear up reading it and feeling what Harper felt about her mom. I hope the series continues, keeping my fingers crossed
This is such a great book and honestly made me tear up reading it and feeling what Harper felt about her mom. I hope the series continues, keeping my fingers crossed
October 16, 2024
great series
Loved this series with one exception (Owen Monk). Very nicely drawn characters. Now I want 4 or 5 more books to follow this “family”.
Loved this series with one exception (Owen Monk). Very nicely drawn characters. Now I want 4 or 5 more books to follow this “family”.
October 30, 2024
My only complaint is that there is not another one in this series. I feel like there was more story to be told.
October 31, 2024
Great read!
This book was a great read and enough drama to keep ones interest yet invested in the stories of all the characters. Hoping there is a Hideaway Bay Book #4
This book was a great read and enough drama to keep ones interest yet invested in the stories of all the characters. Hoping there is a Hideaway Bay Book #4
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November 20, 2024Hideaway Bay, #3
I loved this book about more live, paparazzi, and family. I can't wait to continue the series. Everyone in two main households is becoming like family.
I loved this book about more live, paparazzi, and family. I can't wait to continue the series. Everyone in two main households is becoming like family.
December 4, 2024
Light hearted read
Like the characters and story of family and friends banding together in good and bad times. Sisters brought together after being separated as children
Like the characters and story of family and friends banding together in good and bad times. Sisters brought together after being separated as children
December 15, 2024
Wonderful Characters!
I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I love this Author's style of writing. Fast reading.
I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series. I love this Author's style of writing. Fast reading.
January 6, 2025
I love Maggie Miller, and this series did not disappoint.
February 17, 2025
Great series. I enjoyed all the books. No real drama in the last book but it's okay. I needed a happy ending right now.
February 19, 2025
This book is filled with people that you would like. It’s also filled with live so that you would love to lead. It was a pleasure to get to know and spend time with these people.
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