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Strawberry Sands Sweet Beach Romance Box Set Collection Books 1-8
Escape to Strawberry Sands in this charming collection of sweet, heartwarming romances!
Book 1 - There I Find On the serene shores of Lake Michigan lies Strawberry Sands, where Kim Tinsley, a single mom, seeks solace and a fresh start. With unexpected companionship and hope, she discovers that love and healing await her in this idyllic town.
Book 2 - There I Find Jubilee Jones, a single mom with two daughters, finds refuge in Strawberry Sands after a painful divorce. When her car breaks down, Matt Landry, a steady family man, helps and offers her a job. As they spend idyllic days together on his beachside ranch, love begins to bloom amidst the sun-kissed shores.
Book 3 - There I Find Clara Landry quits her job to follow her dream of selling art in Strawberry Sands, leaving behind the boss she secretly loves. Alexander Hudson, a self-made millionaire, realizes he can't lose her and follows her to the quaint town. There, amidst the charm of Strawberry Sands, they both discover that love can change everything.
Book 4 - There I Find Luke Landry avoids matchmaking Miss Heather and her granddaughter Kristen, convinced they’re not a match. Kristen, loyal to her gram despite the meddling, also avoids Luke. But when they’re tasked with fostering two little girls, they must work together. Sparks fly, and Kristen starts to see joy and love where she least expected—in Luke.
Book 5 - There I Find Chi escapes her past in Strawberry Sands, seeking validation from a lawyer who turns out to be married. Griff, her co-worker, rescues her from a humiliating gala, showing her that true worth is in the heart. Despite his tough exterior, Griff hides his love for Chi, hoping she’ll see beyond their pasts.
Book 6 - There I Find Sunday Landry moves back home to grieve the loss of her son, shutting down her candy shop and struggling to find a reason to live. Noah Emery, her high school crush, secretly writes to her, offering comfort and support. The letters help Sunday heal, giving her a reason to get up each day. As she falls for her anonymous pen pal, she wonders if love can bloom again in Strawberry Sands.
Book 7 - There I Find At the annual Christmas barn dance, Eleanor’s friend Sally tries to kidnap her crush, Peter, but grabs his brother Franklin instead. Panicking, she enlists Eleanor’s help. As a storm hits, Eleanor, almost out of gas, gets trapped with Franklin, a quirky cat, and kittens. Forced together, they may find unexpected love and holiday cheer in Strawberry Sands.
Book 8 - There I Find Pam Corrigan buys an old inn near Strawberry Sands to escape her stressful life. Her mom offers half her inheritance if she remarries, so Pam convinces her best friend, Mark Shields, to fake a relationship. Mark agrees, preferring it over hosting his sister’s troublesome friend. As they navigate family chaos, unexpected attraction blooms. Will their friendship survive?
Book 1 - There I Find On the serene shores of Lake Michigan lies Strawberry Sands, where Kim Tinsley, a single mom, seeks solace and a fresh start. With unexpected companionship and hope, she discovers that love and healing await her in this idyllic town.
Book 2 - There I Find Jubilee Jones, a single mom with two daughters, finds refuge in Strawberry Sands after a painful divorce. When her car breaks down, Matt Landry, a steady family man, helps and offers her a job. As they spend idyllic days together on his beachside ranch, love begins to bloom amidst the sun-kissed shores.
Book 3 - There I Find Clara Landry quits her job to follow her dream of selling art in Strawberry Sands, leaving behind the boss she secretly loves. Alexander Hudson, a self-made millionaire, realizes he can't lose her and follows her to the quaint town. There, amidst the charm of Strawberry Sands, they both discover that love can change everything.
Book 4 - There I Find Luke Landry avoids matchmaking Miss Heather and her granddaughter Kristen, convinced they’re not a match. Kristen, loyal to her gram despite the meddling, also avoids Luke. But when they’re tasked with fostering two little girls, they must work together. Sparks fly, and Kristen starts to see joy and love where she least expected—in Luke.
Book 5 - There I Find Chi escapes her past in Strawberry Sands, seeking validation from a lawyer who turns out to be married. Griff, her co-worker, rescues her from a humiliating gala, showing her that true worth is in the heart. Despite his tough exterior, Griff hides his love for Chi, hoping she’ll see beyond their pasts.
Book 6 - There I Find Sunday Landry moves back home to grieve the loss of her son, shutting down her candy shop and struggling to find a reason to live. Noah Emery, her high school crush, secretly writes to her, offering comfort and support. The letters help Sunday heal, giving her a reason to get up each day. As she falls for her anonymous pen pal, she wonders if love can bloom again in Strawberry Sands.
Book 7 - There I Find At the annual Christmas barn dance, Eleanor’s friend Sally tries to kidnap her crush, Peter, but grabs his brother Franklin instead. Panicking, she enlists Eleanor’s help. As a storm hits, Eleanor, almost out of gas, gets trapped with Franklin, a quirky cat, and kittens. Forced together, they may find unexpected love and holiday cheer in Strawberry Sands.
Book 8 - There I Find Pam Corrigan buys an old inn near Strawberry Sands to escape her stressful life. Her mom offers half her inheritance if she remarries, so Pam convinces her best friend, Mark Shields, to fake a relationship. Mark agrees, preferring it over hosting his sister’s troublesome friend. As they navigate family chaos, unexpected attraction blooms. Will their friendship survive?
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Published July 23, 2024
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July 17, 2024
There I Find Rest:
This book starts immediately after the last book in the Blueberry Beach series and our heroine featured prominently in the last book Tender Mercies. I’d recommend reading that entire series, but definitely at least that last book. It gives even more background and depth to our heroine. I liked this second chance, new start romance. The introduction of side characters I know we’ll see more of. Of course, seeing my daughter’s name and nickname in print was pretty special to me. This book had some definite heart tug times. I found myself swirling back through memories of my pregnancy and after. I am very curious to follow the story of the children introduced too!
There I Find Peace:
This was a romance that really gave a look at children from broken families and how they feel. It tugs at your heart. Not what God intended, but you can’t change other people. I appreciated all of the good lessons within: choosing happiness, living for God and not others, and more. I’m excited to see where this series goes, especially for our “brother/sister” working pair.
There I Find Love:
I adored how this book started! The grumpy boss and free spirited employee held a great dynamic. I did not want to put it down. I also loved getting more depth about the teenager Becky hanging around Strawberry Sands. I love these side stories that develop throughout the series. There was a great small town dynamic and the fact that repentance necessitates changed action.
There I Find Joy:
I enjoyed this marriage of convenience romance. Longtime enemies from childhood work for best interests of a couple children. I liked how dedicated this book was to Becky. I always appreciate the emphasis on choice over feeling and on following God’s prompting. He sacrificed everything for us, what are we sacrificing for Him?
There I Find Trust:
I loved this book. We’ve been waiting for Chi and Griff to have their own HEA since the first book of this series. I adored all of the lessons on love and selfishness held within these pages. It’s my favorite of the series so far! I also adored getting more on Becky and Rodney. Redemption from pasts, following God’s leading, and making choices to lead your heart. Truly a wonderful read.
There I Find Hope:
Oof. This book starts out very difficult for me. I am a mother of 3 and one of my top fears is one of my children drowning! So, this beginning hit my momma heart hard. It’s a hard truth as a Christian that one of the answers God gives is “no.” The dichotomy that we know our kids are better in the presence of God but we’d still rather them here with us. The trusting of God, but only up to the extent that He follows our desires… these are the things I’ve been wrestling with lately. What do we do when God allows trials and testing that go against our desires and opinions of what “good” is? Do we only trust Him when He follows our plans? Do we stick so firm in the Hope and promise of forever, that persecution and loss and pain in this life lose their hold on us? Do we find comfort in the fact that God will use everything for our good and His glory?
I love how Gussman always points us back to God and the Bible. You cannot read any of her books without them either confirming your faith or pricking your conscience. Often, they do both of those. Another incredible book.
There I Find Light:
This book definitely started out in a different way from these other book in the series. I read the blurb and I actually then went back to verify I had the right book. 😂 A kidnapping gone awry is definitely new. Especially in a Christian romance novel!
I appreciated our heroine’s struggle with anxiety. It’s been a part of my life at least as long as it was hers. And, as an adult, I too desire to keep mastery over it without the use of synthetic medications. I appreciate all that was said about God and control and our perspectives on things because it is all Right On. As Gussman always is. There’s a reason I look up so much to her and think so highly of her. Like, role model and who I aspire to be (if we’re talking outside of Jesus, of course). I always learn so much from her and her books and I’m always edified, confirmed, and challenged in my faith. I also liked the theme of true friendship and actions based on Christ’s character, rather than our feelings. Another lovely addition to this beachy series and I can’t wait to see where the next books will take us.
There I Find Patience:
I’ve always said “patience is a virtue I wasn’t born with.” Sometime in the past few years I heard a speaker say that no one is born with patience, it’s a learned attribute. That rightfully stung but forever reordered my thinking.
I love the points in this story about respecting parents (people) but how you also let the belittlement, etc., roll off you and you don’t take offense. How God‘s opinion is what is worth something, not other people’s.
Sometimes people won’t understand what you’re doing in life. They will say you are too young, you don’t have enough resources, you aren’t qualified, are you trying to populate the entire world yourselves, etc. etc. But, if you are where God calls you to be and within His will, there is no better place. No matter your financial, physical, emotional, mental status, if you are acting within God‘s will, He’s already taken that into account and told you to go forward.
I really enjoyed this best friends to more romance. It was sweet and real and had many good lessons and reminders about faith, family, and a Biblical view on things.
This book starts immediately after the last book in the Blueberry Beach series and our heroine featured prominently in the last book Tender Mercies. I’d recommend reading that entire series, but definitely at least that last book. It gives even more background and depth to our heroine. I liked this second chance, new start romance. The introduction of side characters I know we’ll see more of. Of course, seeing my daughter’s name and nickname in print was pretty special to me. This book had some definite heart tug times. I found myself swirling back through memories of my pregnancy and after. I am very curious to follow the story of the children introduced too!
There I Find Peace:
This was a romance that really gave a look at children from broken families and how they feel. It tugs at your heart. Not what God intended, but you can’t change other people. I appreciated all of the good lessons within: choosing happiness, living for God and not others, and more. I’m excited to see where this series goes, especially for our “brother/sister” working pair.
There I Find Love:
I adored how this book started! The grumpy boss and free spirited employee held a great dynamic. I did not want to put it down. I also loved getting more depth about the teenager Becky hanging around Strawberry Sands. I love these side stories that develop throughout the series. There was a great small town dynamic and the fact that repentance necessitates changed action.
There I Find Joy:
I enjoyed this marriage of convenience romance. Longtime enemies from childhood work for best interests of a couple children. I liked how dedicated this book was to Becky. I always appreciate the emphasis on choice over feeling and on following God’s prompting. He sacrificed everything for us, what are we sacrificing for Him?
There I Find Trust:
I loved this book. We’ve been waiting for Chi and Griff to have their own HEA since the first book of this series. I adored all of the lessons on love and selfishness held within these pages. It’s my favorite of the series so far! I also adored getting more on Becky and Rodney. Redemption from pasts, following God’s leading, and making choices to lead your heart. Truly a wonderful read.
There I Find Hope:
Oof. This book starts out very difficult for me. I am a mother of 3 and one of my top fears is one of my children drowning! So, this beginning hit my momma heart hard. It’s a hard truth as a Christian that one of the answers God gives is “no.” The dichotomy that we know our kids are better in the presence of God but we’d still rather them here with us. The trusting of God, but only up to the extent that He follows our desires… these are the things I’ve been wrestling with lately. What do we do when God allows trials and testing that go against our desires and opinions of what “good” is? Do we only trust Him when He follows our plans? Do we stick so firm in the Hope and promise of forever, that persecution and loss and pain in this life lose their hold on us? Do we find comfort in the fact that God will use everything for our good and His glory?
I love how Gussman always points us back to God and the Bible. You cannot read any of her books without them either confirming your faith or pricking your conscience. Often, they do both of those. Another incredible book.
There I Find Light:
This book definitely started out in a different way from these other book in the series. I read the blurb and I actually then went back to verify I had the right book. 😂 A kidnapping gone awry is definitely new. Especially in a Christian romance novel!
I appreciated our heroine’s struggle with anxiety. It’s been a part of my life at least as long as it was hers. And, as an adult, I too desire to keep mastery over it without the use of synthetic medications. I appreciate all that was said about God and control and our perspectives on things because it is all Right On. As Gussman always is. There’s a reason I look up so much to her and think so highly of her. Like, role model and who I aspire to be (if we’re talking outside of Jesus, of course). I always learn so much from her and her books and I’m always edified, confirmed, and challenged in my faith. I also liked the theme of true friendship and actions based on Christ’s character, rather than our feelings. Another lovely addition to this beachy series and I can’t wait to see where the next books will take us.
There I Find Patience:
I’ve always said “patience is a virtue I wasn’t born with.” Sometime in the past few years I heard a speaker say that no one is born with patience, it’s a learned attribute. That rightfully stung but forever reordered my thinking.
I love the points in this story about respecting parents (people) but how you also let the belittlement, etc., roll off you and you don’t take offense. How God‘s opinion is what is worth something, not other people’s.
Sometimes people won’t understand what you’re doing in life. They will say you are too young, you don’t have enough resources, you aren’t qualified, are you trying to populate the entire world yourselves, etc. etc. But, if you are where God calls you to be and within His will, there is no better place. No matter your financial, physical, emotional, mental status, if you are acting within God‘s will, He’s already taken that into account and told you to go forward.
I really enjoyed this best friends to more romance. It was sweet and real and had many good lessons and reminders about faith, family, and a Biblical view on things.
February 15, 2025
good clean stories
The books cover many aspects of life but God is always present. I truly enjoyed the series and each of the stories connections book to book.
The books cover many aspects of life but God is always present. I truly enjoyed the series and each of the stories connections book to book.
August 4, 2024
Hard life things navigated in constructive ways
Every story in this box set was a gem. I found them uplifting and encouraging. I also gleaned some good ideas on how to manage some issues in a better way, for myself. Would be nice to have the whole series in a box set, so could binge read the whole lot in one go. Enjoyed every page-turning moment. Highly recommend them; for relaxation, entertainment, new ideas, and more.
Every story in this box set was a gem. I found them uplifting and encouraging. I also gleaned some good ideas on how to manage some issues in a better way, for myself. Would be nice to have the whole series in a box set, so could binge read the whole lot in one go. Enjoyed every page-turning moment. Highly recommend them; for relaxation, entertainment, new ideas, and more.
August 22, 2024
The best kind of box set!
I had read all these books before but there's just something about a box set, and reading the whole series through from start to finish, and being able to immerse oneself in the story and the various sub stories.
I had read all these books before but there's just something about a box set, and reading the whole series through from start to finish, and being able to immerse oneself in the story and the various sub stories.
September 3, 2024
Thoroughly Enjoyed
reading these books!! Each made me want more! Each book had a lesson to be learned and love to feel growing. The characters are all realistically portrayed and they all make me want to grow more as a christian!!
reading these books!! Each made me want more! Each book had a lesson to be learned and love to feel growing. The characters are all realistically portrayed and they all make me want to grow more as a christian!!
September 30, 2024
I am reading the next book (9). They are very interesting books. I would read more books by the author. It is nice to read romance books with out having all the bad language. I like it that it is a Christian book.
October 1, 2024
A great series to read. I loved reading about the town and the kindness they shared. The characters were interesting. The relationships and love were amazing. Thank you, Jessie Gussman, I plan on reading more of your books.
October 31, 2024
always a good read!!
For those who enjoy reading romance but desire “clean” reading Jessie always delivers great romance stories without the “smut” and from a Christian perspective!!!
For those who enjoy reading romance but desire “clean” reading Jessie always delivers great romance stories without the “smut” and from a Christian perspective!!!
November 24, 2025
interesting series
I loved this series. Each story had its own format (too many series are cookie cutter formats) but I really enjoyed the way the author threaded story lines through multiple books. Makes me want to keep on reading.
I loved this series. Each story had its own format (too many series are cookie cutter formats) but I really enjoyed the way the author threaded story lines through multiple books. Makes me want to keep on reading.
July 31, 2024
I always this authors books and how she shows God work in her characters lives. Each of these books is a wonderful Christian read that I totally enjoyed. A really great read.
September 9, 2024
Wonderful series
I absolutely loved this series and found so many of my feelings and beliefs in it. Such wonderful cast I loved most of them. I definitely recommend it.
I absolutely loved this series and found so many of my feelings and beliefs in it. Such wonderful cast I loved most of them. I definitely recommend it.
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September 23, 2024A very sweet and wholesome set. I really enjoyed the whole story line, characters as well as the settings. I could not wait to start reading every night.
November 7, 2024
I enjoyed the series. Jessie’s books are filled with spirit filled words and scripture.
December 1, 2024
Loved it!!
This book was really good!! There isn't anything negative to say!! I am hooked on all of Jessie Gussman series!!!
This book was really good!! There isn't anything negative to say!! I am hooked on all of Jessie Gussman series!!!
December 10, 2024
A great series of really good Christian romances.
May 24, 2025
great book
This was absolutely a great book and by a great author. I highly recommend this book and author. I can’t wait to read the next book by this wonderful author.
This was absolutely a great book and by a great author. I highly recommend this book and author. I can’t wait to read the next book by this wonderful author.
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