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The House on Maplewood Lane
Sometimes, the best way to find yourself is by moving in with a stranger…
even if she’s family
When thirty-five-year-old Sophia Harper loses her job and her apartment in the same week, she’s left with no choice but to move in with her eccentric aunt Betty on Maplewood Lane. Expecting a quiet and boring life, Sophia is instead greeted by a whirlwind of zany neighborhood antics, impromptu dance parties, and a house filled with more knick-knacks than she thought possible.
As Sophia navigates her new life with Aunt Betty—who insists on morning yoga and afternoon tea with the neighbors—she starts to uncover pieces of herself she didn’t know were missing. Between the quirky townspeople, a potential new career as a cupcake baker, and the unexpected attention of a charming local handyman, Sophia’s life takes a turn she never saw coming.
But when a long-buried family secret emerges, Sophia must decide whether to retreat back to her old life or embrace the chaos of Maplewood Lane. Can she learn to trust herself, and her heart, enough to stay?
This is a light-hearted and funny tale about finding yourself where you least expect it, and the importance of family, no matter how unconventional they may be. This is Book 1 of 6. Scroll up and grab your copy today!
When thirty-five-year-old Sophia Harper loses her job and her apartment in the same week, she’s left with no choice but to move in with her eccentric aunt Betty on Maplewood Lane. Expecting a quiet and boring life, Sophia is instead greeted by a whirlwind of zany neighborhood antics, impromptu dance parties, and a house filled with more knick-knacks than she thought possible.
As Sophia navigates her new life with Aunt Betty—who insists on morning yoga and afternoon tea with the neighbors—she starts to uncover pieces of herself she didn’t know were missing. Between the quirky townspeople, a potential new career as a cupcake baker, and the unexpected attention of a charming local handyman, Sophia’s life takes a turn she never saw coming.
But when a long-buried family secret emerges, Sophia must decide whether to retreat back to her old life or embrace the chaos of Maplewood Lane. Can she learn to trust herself, and her heart, enough to stay?
This is a light-hearted and funny tale about finding yourself where you least expect it, and the importance of family, no matter how unconventional they may be. This is Book 1 of 6. Scroll up and grab your copy today!
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Published January 21, 2025
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February 12, 2025
Sophia left her home in a small town after high school and really never returned. She came back for her mothers funeral but she has a job at a bank and puts all her time into that. She shares an apartment with her best friend and everything is working out well....
Then the floor drops out of her life. Her boss at the bank tells her that he thinks she is not happy with her job and that a younger person with more enthusiasm is taking over and her best friend and her fiance have decided to buy a house and move in together. Her boss thinks that she needs some time to decide what to do with her life and so he gives her two months off with pay so she can explore other options that might be more to her liking. He does say he will hire her back in two months but if you read between the lines that is not going to be happening.
And the third strike out is her landlord informs her that although she thought she could renew her lease on her own, they are going to make changes to the apartment and that it will not be available for rent. Plus, there are no other places available in the building to put her until her place is available and then because they are upgrading everything the price will be increasing and Sophia knows she would not be able to cover the rent.
SO what is someone to do. Pack up what you need and put the rest of your things in storage, call your aunt who was given you mothers house and head home. But wait everything seems strange, her aunt is different and as she can see really does not want her there. But, she has no where else to go so they will have to make the best of things.
As time goes on so many comments are made that don't add up, the town is the same but different, friends of her aunts start to drop little hints and oh my, there is a gorgeous hunk that lives in the town and makes her stomach butterflies swoop and swarm every time she is around him.
To end this section of the story, her aunt drops a bombshell on her. What does this all mean? Who is she? Who was her mother? Who was her father? Time will tell and so we move on to book 2.
Sage Parker is marvelous at always leaving you wanting more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Then the floor drops out of her life. Her boss at the bank tells her that he thinks she is not happy with her job and that a younger person with more enthusiasm is taking over and her best friend and her fiance have decided to buy a house and move in together. Her boss thinks that she needs some time to decide what to do with her life and so he gives her two months off with pay so she can explore other options that might be more to her liking. He does say he will hire her back in two months but if you read between the lines that is not going to be happening.
And the third strike out is her landlord informs her that although she thought she could renew her lease on her own, they are going to make changes to the apartment and that it will not be available for rent. Plus, there are no other places available in the building to put her until her place is available and then because they are upgrading everything the price will be increasing and Sophia knows she would not be able to cover the rent.
SO what is someone to do. Pack up what you need and put the rest of your things in storage, call your aunt who was given you mothers house and head home. But wait everything seems strange, her aunt is different and as she can see really does not want her there. But, she has no where else to go so they will have to make the best of things.
As time goes on so many comments are made that don't add up, the town is the same but different, friends of her aunts start to drop little hints and oh my, there is a gorgeous hunk that lives in the town and makes her stomach butterflies swoop and swarm every time she is around him.
To end this section of the story, her aunt drops a bombshell on her. What does this all mean? Who is she? Who was her mother? Who was her father? Time will tell and so we move on to book 2.
Sage Parker is marvelous at always leaving you wanting more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 23, 2025
Sometimes, the best way to find yourself is by moving in with a stranger… even if she’s family
When thirty-five-year-old Sophia Harper loses her job and her apartment in the same week, she’s left with no choice but to move in with her eccentric aunt Betty on Maplewood Lane. Expecting a quiet and boring life, Sophia is instead greeted by a whirlwind of zany neighborhood antics, impromptu dance parties, and a house filled with more knick-knacks than she thought possible.
As Sophia navigates her new life with Aunt Betty—who insists on morning yoga and afternoon tea with the neighbors—she starts to uncover pieces of herself she didn’t know were missing. Between the quirky townspeople, a potential new career as a cupcake baker, and the unexpected attention of a charming local handyman, Sophia’s life takes a turn she never saw coming.
But when a long-buried family secret emerges, Sophia must decide whether to retreat back to her old life or embrace the chaos of Maplewood Lane. Can she learn to trust herself, and her heart, enough to stay?
This contemporary women's fiction, Christian inspirational clean and wholesome second chance romance is page-turning with exceptional world-building that is breathtaking with magnificent sunrises and sunset vibrantly painted across the skies, and characters that are resilient, captivating, and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with the house on Maplewood Lane, a light-hearted and funny tale about finding oneself where you lease expect it, the importance of family, no matter how unconventional they may be, starting over romance, early summer, beach town mystery that is suspenseful and will leave readers on the edge of their seats, later-in-life, drama, deception, family secrets, heartfelt emotions, secrets, deception, action, adventure, love/loss, friendship, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with the house on Maplewood Lane and a second chance romance that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wild and unforgettable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
When thirty-five-year-old Sophia Harper loses her job and her apartment in the same week, she’s left with no choice but to move in with her eccentric aunt Betty on Maplewood Lane. Expecting a quiet and boring life, Sophia is instead greeted by a whirlwind of zany neighborhood antics, impromptu dance parties, and a house filled with more knick-knacks than she thought possible.
As Sophia navigates her new life with Aunt Betty—who insists on morning yoga and afternoon tea with the neighbors—she starts to uncover pieces of herself she didn’t know were missing. Between the quirky townspeople, a potential new career as a cupcake baker, and the unexpected attention of a charming local handyman, Sophia’s life takes a turn she never saw coming.
But when a long-buried family secret emerges, Sophia must decide whether to retreat back to her old life or embrace the chaos of Maplewood Lane. Can she learn to trust herself, and her heart, enough to stay?
This contemporary women's fiction, Christian inspirational clean and wholesome second chance romance is page-turning with exceptional world-building that is breathtaking with magnificent sunrises and sunset vibrantly painted across the skies, and characters that are resilient, captivating, and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with the house on Maplewood Lane, a light-hearted and funny tale about finding oneself where you lease expect it, the importance of family, no matter how unconventional they may be, starting over romance, early summer, beach town mystery that is suspenseful and will leave readers on the edge of their seats, later-in-life, drama, deception, family secrets, heartfelt emotions, secrets, deception, action, adventure, love/loss, friendship, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with the house on Maplewood Lane and a second chance romance that is sure to transport readers into a world that is wild and unforgettable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 22, 2025
So exciting to start a new series by this wonderful author, Sage Parker
Sophia finds herself working in the same bank she started in 10 years previously when graduating from college She is bored and very unhappy with her work life and life in general and finds herself being “punished” at work and at home. Her roommate, Claire tries to convince her that she is being given new opportunities rather than being punished. Sophia takes this under advisement and decides to go home to see her Aunt Betty for an extended visit to try to get her life on a more even keel. Even is far from what happens as she soon recalls that St Simons is a town where everyone knows everyone else’s business. This creates new issues for her as she soon finds out there are hidden things about her own past. She is shocked with the first revealed secret
Can’t wait to get the next installment.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Sophia finds herself working in the same bank she started in 10 years previously when graduating from college She is bored and very unhappy with her work life and life in general and finds herself being “punished” at work and at home. Her roommate, Claire tries to convince her that she is being given new opportunities rather than being punished. Sophia takes this under advisement and decides to go home to see her Aunt Betty for an extended visit to try to get her life on a more even keel. Even is far from what happens as she soon recalls that St Simons is a town where everyone knows everyone else’s business. This creates new issues for her as she soon finds out there are hidden things about her own past. She is shocked with the first revealed secret
Can’t wait to get the next installment.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 19, 2025
Sophie's life is falling apart, she lost her job at the bank and her room mate Claire is moving into a house she and her boyfriend bought. Sophie has been applying for numerous jobs and had one interview that she walked out on. She went back to her family home 4 hours away to stay with her aunt Betty who helped raise her. Once there it starts to get weird with rumours and stories about Sophie's family. Sophie was under the impression that he father is dead and she finds out that he is alive....what will happen in book 2? I can't wait to find out...
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.
January 22, 2025
Sophia's story really hits home, My heart was breaking for her when she arrived at her job and then for all the turn of events that followed. Sophia finally makes a decision that takes her back to her hometown and the way Miss Parker writes this story, I felt like I was going home too. This story has all the small town feels of my childhood, I loved her Aunt Betty, she is so relatable, though there is some mystery that seems to revolve around Sophia's parents and her Aunt Betty.
I thoroughly enjoyed book one of Maplewood lane and look forward to reading more about Sophia and the mysteries and people of St Simons Island!
I thoroughly enjoyed book one of Maplewood lane and look forward to reading more about Sophia and the mysteries and people of St Simons Island!
January 24, 2025
When Sophia Harper loses her job and apartment, she moves in with her quirky Aunt on Maplewood Lane, expecting a quiet life. Instead, she finds herself drawn into the town’s lively antics, a potential career as a cupcake baker, and the unexpected charm of a local handyman. As Sophia uncovers family secrets and navigates her new reality, she must decide whether to return to her old life or embrace the chaos and second chances Maplewood Lane offers. The House on Maplewood Lane is a heartwarming story of self-discovery, family, and love.
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.
January 19, 2025
Sophia is at a crossroad. She lost her job, her roommate and best friend moved in with her boyfriend and her landlord told her she had 30 days to get out because the place needed repairs. With no work prospects, she decides to go visit her aunt who lives in her childhood home. But Aunt Betty is acting strangely. She doesn't want her to speak about her mom or listen to people's memories of her. What is going on in this small town? I received an advanced reader copy of this book, and this is my honest review.
January 20, 2025
after ten years at a job, a midlife reboot is forced on a woman who finds herself going baxk to her hometown.
somehow, the best memories of a place you have visited most often in your memories - you might find them to be comfortable fiction.
hidden truths, lies, and relative perspectives collide in an uncomfortable homecoming.
at least with a baker, there's likely to be cake served alongside the awkward bits.
I'm already looking forward to the next bits to get the whole picture of this intriguing seaside place.
somehow, the best memories of a place you have visited most often in your memories - you might find them to be comfortable fiction.
hidden truths, lies, and relative perspectives collide in an uncomfortable homecoming.
at least with a baker, there's likely to be cake served alongside the awkward bits.
I'm already looking forward to the next bits to get the whole picture of this intriguing seaside place.
January 20, 2025
Sophia is not happy with her life but she is not keen on taking action to change it until she has too. Moving to her childhood home where her aunt now leaves seems to be a good break from all things that are hanging above her head. Little she knows that she'll find a different aunt, a different city and many, many secrets...
The House on Maplewood Lane is a short and easy read, it has a slow start but puts a lot of information out for the reader once the end of the book comes near.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The House on Maplewood Lane is a short and easy read, it has a slow start but puts a lot of information out for the reader once the end of the book comes near.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 22, 2025
An awesome start to this new series and I am loving Sophia and her story. It feels as if her life is falling apart when she loses her job and her best friend moves out of their apartment so Sophia decides to return to her hometown and her childhood home only when she arrives her Aunt seems to be hiding something from her and one big secret is revealed by her Aunt. What is going on and when will we find out the truth? Cannot wait for more to come.
I received an arc copy via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I received an arc copy via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
January 22, 2025
“The House on Maplewood Lane” by Sage Parker
This heartwarming small-town tale delves into rediscovery, family secrets, and resilience. Sophia’s journey from corporate burnout to uncovering hidden truths is emotional and captivating. Aunt Betty and the small-town charm add layers of warmth, mystery, and relatability. A must-read starter to a six-part series, though the cliffhanger will leave you eager for more!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This heartwarming small-town tale delves into rediscovery, family secrets, and resilience. Sophia’s journey from corporate burnout to uncovering hidden truths is emotional and captivating. Aunt Betty and the small-town charm add layers of warmth, mystery, and relatability. A must-read starter to a six-part series, though the cliffhanger will leave you eager for more!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 29, 2025
Good start to series
I love Sage Parkers books but I wish she would put the story in one book. In this story, Sophia is at turning point in her life and everything is lining up for her to return to her childhood home on Maplewood Lane. She has been let go at work ,and her lease is up and her landlord won't renew it. So Sophia heads home but all isn't what it appears. Several people make some odd comments about her mom, and her Aunt Betty is obviously hiding something. What could it be? Will confronting her get information?
I love Sage Parkers books but I wish she would put the story in one book. In this story, Sophia is at turning point in her life and everything is lining up for her to return to her childhood home on Maplewood Lane. She has been let go at work ,and her lease is up and her landlord won't renew it. So Sophia heads home but all isn't what it appears. Several people make some odd comments about her mom, and her Aunt Betty is obviously hiding something. What could it be? Will confronting her get information?
January 19, 2025
The House on Maplewood Lane is the first book in the St. Simons Island series by Sage Parker.
Sophia Harper has huge changes in her life, and it all brings her to Maplewood Lane and Aunt Betty. Sophia is finding that what she thought were truths I her life were not.
The cliffhanger at the end was one that is going to change her life.
I can not wait for the next one in the series to come out.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Sophia Harper has huge changes in her life, and it all brings her to Maplewood Lane and Aunt Betty. Sophia is finding that what she thought were truths I her life were not.
The cliffhanger at the end was one that is going to change her life.
I can not wait for the next one in the series to come out.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 21, 2025
Must read in order.
Everything in her life just went sideways. Who gets fired for their own good? Landlord refusing to renew the lease even if she could afford it? Out of options she decides to visit her aunt back in her childhood home. Yet her aunt isn't acting right? What is going on? Why all the secrecy and restrictions? When and where will she find solid ground and the full truth?.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Everything in her life just went sideways. Who gets fired for their own good? Landlord refusing to renew the lease even if she could afford it? Out of options she decides to visit her aunt back in her childhood home. Yet her aunt isn't acting right? What is going on? Why all the secrecy and restrictions? When and where will she find solid ground and the full truth?.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 24, 2025
Five stars for book one in this new Sage Parker series as it promises to bring to light family secrets, tons of drama, and a possible romance for Sophia with Phil, Lorraine's son. Aunt Betty is being awkward and it seems Sophia is in for a ride that promises a lot of unexpected surprises and possible hurt. The cliffhanger left me wanting more!.
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.
January 25, 2025
An absolutely phenomenal start to this new series. Book one has me hooked on this series! This story is the perfect escape with an amazing beach setting, a colorful community and heartwarming characters. There's a bit of mystery with some intriguing family secrets that will eventually be revealed in later books. Sage Parker books always entertain and I love the writing style and emotion they evoke. This one is a winner!.
January 25, 2025
This is book #1 in the St. Simons Island series by Sage Parker.
Sophia is having a rough time losing her job, roommate, and apartment in a week. She decides to move back to her old home and live with her Aunt Betty. Something seems off and she keeps getting cryptic messages. The ending stopped on quite the bombshell. I can’t wait for the next book!
I received a free copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Sophia is having a rough time losing her job, roommate, and apartment in a week. She decides to move back to her old home and live with her Aunt Betty. Something seems off and she keeps getting cryptic messages. The ending stopped on quite the bombshell. I can’t wait for the next book!
I received a free copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
January 29, 2025
The House on Maplewood Lane, Book 1, starts the story of Sophie, a 35 year old down on her luck after losing her job and her roommate. She decides to go home and stay with her Aunt Betty, who helped to raise her. She learns her family has been keeping secrets. What will she find as she is starting over? This was a great start to the series. I look forward to book 2!.
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 9, 2025
Light-hearted and interesting story with some secrets that may cause a problem. Very unexpected and interesting story like the setting and background of the story. The characters are interesting and have quirks and secrets can be very time-consuming and can cause some issues with relationships. Good Start can't wait to read more!.
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.
January 21, 2025
Starting over!
An intriguing start to what will clearly be another fantastic series by Sage Parker. Sophia licks her wounds and returns to the town where she grew up to live with her Aunt Betty. I love the innuendos and suspense that is building already. I can't wait to read this series.
I read this book as part of an advance reader series and am voluntarily writing this review.
An intriguing start to what will clearly be another fantastic series by Sage Parker. Sophia licks her wounds and returns to the town where she grew up to live with her Aunt Betty. I love the innuendos and suspense that is building already. I can't wait to read this series.
I read this book as part of an advance reader series and am voluntarily writing this review.
January 21, 2025
In a matter of 7 days , Sophia is let go of her job of 10 years, her BFF is moving out to live with her boyfriend, and she loses the apartment, as the landlady must make necessary up grades or lose the building.
Yikes !!! Not many choices.
She decides to move back to her childhood home with her Aunt Betty till she can figure things out.
Hang on for the ride.
Yikes !!! Not many choices.
She decides to move back to her childhood home with her Aunt Betty till she can figure things out.
Hang on for the ride.
January 27, 2025
Sophia has lost her job and her apartment in the same week. She moves in with her Aunt Betty. Everything is going well until a long buried family secret comes out. She has to decide how she wants to handle it. I really enjoy the story and the characters.
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 4, 2025
I love all the books from author Sage Parker. This book is about family secrets and how they affect people. Secrets from the past don't stay secrets. Sophia is learning about some of the secrets from her past. I can not wait until the next installment of this series. I highly recommend this book.
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 20, 2025
It was an interesting story line. Characters where definitely quirky as it says in the description of the book. I didn't like this story as well as some of the first books in the series, but it was different kind of story. Others may like it better than I did. So I recommend reading it for your self.
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 24, 2025
Sophia Harper loses her job and her apartment in the same week. She has no choice but to move in with her aunt Betty on Maplewood Lane. Sophia lived the life of a quiet banker and her aunt's quirky friends, morning yoga, and interesting social group is a lot. A startling family secret is unveiled as a cliffhanger, and we have to wait till Book 2 to find out the details.
January 24, 2025
Fired or extended leave? That started Sophia's awful day. Her roommate moves out. Now what? She returns to her hometown and her Aunt Betty. Secrets start to be revealed. Oh my next please! Received a free copy.
January 25, 2025
Sophie's life changed dramatically in one day. Losing your job and your home will make you rethink things. What better way than going home. This is a great start to the series and there are some wild characters. Lots of laughs in this one.
January 26, 2025
I've read a lot of books written by Sage Parker; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.
This is the first book in the St. Simons Island Series; it is the beginning of a new series. The story continues in the next book and needs to be read in order.
This is the first book in the St. Simons Island Series; it is the beginning of a new series. The story continues in the next book and needs to be read in order.
February 9, 2025
Intrigue and angst in town where everyone is in everybody business.Kind of family at Thanksgiving table.
Good storyline,very interesting beginning to the new series.
Let’s the adventure begins.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Good storyline,very interesting beginning to the new series.
Let’s the adventure begins.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 4, 2025
I really enjoyed this book absolutely loved it. Captivating from beginning to end. Definitely going to read more books by this amazing author💥🌹💥🌹💥🌹💥🌹💥🌹💥🌹💥🌹💥🌹.
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