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The Women of Cannon Beach #2
With the Enduring Tides
On the rugged Oregon coast in the early 1900s, a group of women's lives intertwine through their shared pioneering spirit and the steadfast presence of Mary Gerritse. Struggling with her daughter Belle's desire to live with her grandparents, Mary discovers her own mother facing illness and her father hiring a caretaker with a troubled past. Despite tensions, Mary leaves Belle with her grandparents, feeling guilt and resentment. When past secrets bubble over into troubles in the present, Mary's identity is shaken.
As Mary seeks to heal her family—and herself—her friends provide comfort even as they face challenges of their Jewell explores questions about her own identity, Henrietta navigates managing a homestead, Virginia seeks refuge from an abusive situation, and Olivia faces the heartache of lost love. The women must endure to find encouragement in each other and refuge in the faith that brings strength amid great uncertainty.
Beloved for her immersive depictions of the American West in the early twentieth century, Kirkpatrick vividly portrays the courage and triumphs of women overcoming the odds and banding together to make a difference.
As Mary seeks to heal her family—and herself—her friends provide comfort even as they face challenges of their Jewell explores questions about her own identity, Henrietta navigates managing a homestead, Virginia seeks refuge from an abusive situation, and Olivia faces the heartache of lost love. The women must endure to find encouragement in each other and refuge in the faith that brings strength amid great uncertainty.
Beloved for her immersive depictions of the American West in the early twentieth century, Kirkpatrick vividly portrays the courage and triumphs of women overcoming the odds and banding together to make a difference.
304 pages, Paperback
Published April 21, 2026
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May 2, 2026
Since closing the final pages of Across the Crying Sands last year (and reading that teaser for book two!), I’ve been wanting to know where Mary Gerritse’s story would go next. In particular, I’ve been so curious about the secret Mary’s parents have been keeping from her, but I also wanted to know if I’d still want to purse whomp her husband John at nearly every turn (lol) and how she & her family are navigating her fairly recent role as the area’s first female mail carrier. Not to mention wondering how her friends Jewell & Herbert’s respective stories would play out too, stories I was just as invested in as Mary’s. We begin With the Enduring Tides about twelve years after Across the Crying Sands began, though I can’t tell exactly how long has passed in their lives (maybe not quite 2 years?) since the end of that first book to this next one. Because this novel does continue several story threads from Across the Crying Sands, I would strongly recommend you read that one before starting book two so you have the background of who’s who and what they’ve already struggled through & overcome.
I love first and foremost that, as she so often does, author Jane Kirkpatrick has based this series on the life of a real historic figure that I’d never heard of before. Mary Gerritse actually lived and breathed and so did her family and other characters we meet on these pages like Herbert Logan and Joe Walsh and Lydia Austin. It warmed my heart to see how Mary & John’s marriage has strengthened as well as how Mary has grown as a wife, mother, daughter, and friend since the first book. And though With the Enduring Tides does continue to primarily follow Mary’s story, with Kirkpatrick seamlessly blending the fact with the fiction, we’re also treated to several different perspectives and additional story threads that captured my interest too. Jewell, Virginia, Olivia, Henrietta… their individual personalities, their resiliency, and the circumstances connecting their paths with Mary’s all kept me turning the pages. I was especially happy to see Jewell again – her quiet wisdom is such a blessing to Mary and others in this novel. And the ‘reading group’ (aka book club) made me smile, helping these frontier women seem even more relatable to this decidedly-not-frontier woman who lives almost 150 years later than they did.
Bottom Line: Jane Kirkpatrick once again captures the highs and lows of women on the frontier, weaving real-life inspiration, community, and character growth into a compelling story. Stories, really, because we follow several women on the pages of With the Enduring Tides, and they each have something to say to us today. Walking beside them as they grapple with both heartbreak and hope, accompanied by the admirable resiliency that comes with life on a rugged frontier, engaged all my emotions and kept me fully immersed in the narrative. I loved catching up with Mary and Jewell as well as meeting the other women who play a key role in this novel, and I’m invested in wherever the series will take them – and me – next. With the Enduring Tides would be a great next read for fans of biographical fiction, Janette Oke, and less-explored settings of the western frontier.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first reviewed Reading is My SuperPower
I love first and foremost that, as she so often does, author Jane Kirkpatrick has based this series on the life of a real historic figure that I’d never heard of before. Mary Gerritse actually lived and breathed and so did her family and other characters we meet on these pages like Herbert Logan and Joe Walsh and Lydia Austin. It warmed my heart to see how Mary & John’s marriage has strengthened as well as how Mary has grown as a wife, mother, daughter, and friend since the first book. And though With the Enduring Tides does continue to primarily follow Mary’s story, with Kirkpatrick seamlessly blending the fact with the fiction, we’re also treated to several different perspectives and additional story threads that captured my interest too. Jewell, Virginia, Olivia, Henrietta… their individual personalities, their resiliency, and the circumstances connecting their paths with Mary’s all kept me turning the pages. I was especially happy to see Jewell again – her quiet wisdom is such a blessing to Mary and others in this novel. And the ‘reading group’ (aka book club) made me smile, helping these frontier women seem even more relatable to this decidedly-not-frontier woman who lives almost 150 years later than they did.
Bottom Line: Jane Kirkpatrick once again captures the highs and lows of women on the frontier, weaving real-life inspiration, community, and character growth into a compelling story. Stories, really, because we follow several women on the pages of With the Enduring Tides, and they each have something to say to us today. Walking beside them as they grapple with both heartbreak and hope, accompanied by the admirable resiliency that comes with life on a rugged frontier, engaged all my emotions and kept me fully immersed in the narrative. I loved catching up with Mary and Jewell as well as meeting the other women who play a key role in this novel, and I’m invested in wherever the series will take them – and me – next. With the Enduring Tides would be a great next read for fans of biographical fiction, Janette Oke, and less-explored settings of the western frontier.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first reviewed Reading is My SuperPower
May 3, 2026
Thank you to the @jane.kirkpatrick.3 @revellfiction and @greatreadsbookpromo for the #gifted book.
This is the second book in the captivating Women of Cannon Beach series, and while it can be enjoyed on its own, its connection to history adds an enriching layer. As a fan of historical fiction, I was fascinated to learn that the series is inspired by Mary Gerritse, fearless mail carrier who traversed the Oregon coast's treacherous trails from 1897 to 1902.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Oregon's coast in the early 1900s, the story weaves together the lives of resilient women, Mary, Jewell, Virginia, Henrietta, and Olivia, whose paths cross as they navigate their complex family struggles.
What truly drew me in were the authentic friendships that blossom among these women. Each carries a powerful story of endurance, offering support and strength to one another. The vivid Oregon setting was beautifully portrayed, making me feel immersed in the landscape.
I felt heartbreak for Mary as she endured deep losses, uncovered secrets, and faced her daughter's tragedy, all while her steadfast husband John stood by her side. The other women exhibited fierce determination to protect their families which was inspiring and uplifting.
This book is available now. I eagerly await the series' final book, scheduled for release in April 2027.
This is the second book in the captivating Women of Cannon Beach series, and while it can be enjoyed on its own, its connection to history adds an enriching layer. As a fan of historical fiction, I was fascinated to learn that the series is inspired by Mary Gerritse, fearless mail carrier who traversed the Oregon coast's treacherous trails from 1897 to 1902.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of Oregon's coast in the early 1900s, the story weaves together the lives of resilient women, Mary, Jewell, Virginia, Henrietta, and Olivia, whose paths cross as they navigate their complex family struggles.
What truly drew me in were the authentic friendships that blossom among these women. Each carries a powerful story of endurance, offering support and strength to one another. The vivid Oregon setting was beautifully portrayed, making me feel immersed in the landscape.
I felt heartbreak for Mary as she endured deep losses, uncovered secrets, and faced her daughter's tragedy, all while her steadfast husband John stood by her side. The other women exhibited fierce determination to protect their families which was inspiring and uplifting.
This book is available now. I eagerly await the series' final book, scheduled for release in April 2027.
April 28, 2026
I love Jane’s beautiful & realistic depictions of early 1900s Cannon Beach and other Oregon places. Her books always recognize that the land was not empty when the first Europeans and later the pioneers arrived. Her research is meticulous, using many primary source documents. This story is a fictionalized biography of Mary Gerritse, who delivered mail on horseback along the rugged Oregon coast using two routes, one along the beach when the tide was favorable, and otherwise riding through mountainous forest. It’s about strong women, female friendships, family, and identity. Mary and her Indigenous friend, Jules explore their family roots and what it means to be human. I’m a fan of Jane’s, attended one of her storytelling workshops nearly 20 years ago when I enjoyed hearing about how she finds and chooses her stories, does her research, and gets into the writing process. I always look forward to her next story. She does use lots of aphorisms and platitudes, which may reflect speech at the time, but I find distracting. The audio narrator did a great job.
May 1, 2026
I really enjoyed reading this book! It's the second book in The Women of Cannon Beach series. I do recommend reading the first book, Across the Crying Sands because you get to know the characters and their personalities more.
The characters are relatable and easy to like! Mary is AMAZING! She's as strong as the enduring tides. Over and over she faces challenges, heartache and difficult situations but she perseveres. Virginia is a survivor! Even though she's young, she has been dealt a bad hand. Her heart though is compassionate and giving. Henrietta cracks me up! She often speaks before thinking but she has a heart of gold. Jewel is discovering her past and she usually has words of wisdom. This quote really spoke to me:.. "and what do you suppose is a holdfast for the heart? Returning to our roots, on a ship of faith and dreams. These will hold fast."
I was provided a complimentary ARC copy of the book from Revell Books via NetGalley through Interviews and Reviews. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
The characters are relatable and easy to like! Mary is AMAZING! She's as strong as the enduring tides. Over and over she faces challenges, heartache and difficult situations but she perseveres. Virginia is a survivor! Even though she's young, she has been dealt a bad hand. Her heart though is compassionate and giving. Henrietta cracks me up! She often speaks before thinking but she has a heart of gold. Jewel is discovering her past and she usually has words of wisdom. This quote really spoke to me:.. "and what do you suppose is a holdfast for the heart? Returning to our roots, on a ship of faith and dreams. These will hold fast."
I was provided a complimentary ARC copy of the book from Revell Books via NetGalley through Interviews and Reviews. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
May 18, 2026
Okay let me just say that I wrestle with Mary through this book. She got on my nerves in the last book with her "my way is the only way, I don't want to hear anything else" attitude. As well as her "my happiness and desires are the most important". I hardly wanted to finish the book. But I persevered mostly for the OTHER characters.
Thankfully, Mary hits rock botton when something happens to her oldest daughter who isn't living with them. And at least the book FINISHES in a way that I'm not longer annoyed with.
The book is once again set in my old stomping ground of Canon Beach--oh so beautiful exactly how they describe it. So many summers of walking that same beach with Haystack Rock.
This book adds in a few new characters who will all be woven together throughout the book. Jane Kirkpatrick always tells a great story.
4 Stars
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of the book. All opinions are my own.
Thankfully, Mary hits rock botton when something happens to her oldest daughter who isn't living with them. And at least the book FINISHES in a way that I'm not longer annoyed with.
The book is once again set in my old stomping ground of Canon Beach--oh so beautiful exactly how they describe it. So many summers of walking that same beach with Haystack Rock.
This book adds in a few new characters who will all be woven together throughout the book. Jane Kirkpatrick always tells a great story.
4 Stars
*Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of the book. All opinions are my own.
April 27, 2026
As for someone who didn't read the first book I thought I would most likely be lost reading this one. However, I managed to pull through and did not end up in that situation. You really have to admire the strength of these women during this time period as it was a new time where opportunities were arriving everywhere. Of course with new opportunities problems do arise but thankfully everyone manages to pull through in the long run!
February 28, 2026
Another installment in the historical Women of Cannon Beach series, book two begins at the start of a new century. New friends and old continue to face life's challenges with its ups and downs. Family bonds are tested and their circles expand with new arrivals and help in difficult times. This author always writes such interesting stories, building upon careful research, with fiction filling in details to breathe life into real history.
The next chapter in Mary's life shows how much she had grown and continued to learn from challenges she faced as a wife, mother, daughter, and in her career path as the first woman mail carrier on the Oregon coast. I liked how her marriage to John had become stronger through all they faced, talking through tough decisions, working to keep their family going, and growing more in love. Prayer and faith are a part of the fabric that holds them together. I loved how Jewell's quiet wisdom and solid friendship added to the story and liked catching up with her life. She remains my favorite character.
Some difficult topics are pulled into the plot, handled openly but carefully. There is much to grieve over as Mary faces deep losses, including a tragic event in her family. There is sadness but hope too, with healing through the help found in community, faith and family.
Overall a satisfying read. Hoping to find out more of their story in the next book. 4 stars
(An ebook was provided by the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.)
The next chapter in Mary's life shows how much she had grown and continued to learn from challenges she faced as a wife, mother, daughter, and in her career path as the first woman mail carrier on the Oregon coast. I liked how her marriage to John had become stronger through all they faced, talking through tough decisions, working to keep their family going, and growing more in love. Prayer and faith are a part of the fabric that holds them together. I loved how Jewell's quiet wisdom and solid friendship added to the story and liked catching up with her life. She remains my favorite character.
Some difficult topics are pulled into the plot, handled openly but carefully. There is much to grieve over as Mary faces deep losses, including a tragic event in her family. There is sadness but hope too, with healing through the help found in community, faith and family.
Overall a satisfying read. Hoping to find out more of their story in the next book. 4 stars
(An ebook was provided by the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions expressed are my own.)
May 17, 2026
Inspired by the remarkable true story of Mary Gerritse, With Enduring Tides is a compelling tale of resilience, redemption, and enduring friendship set along the rugged Oregon coast in the early 1900s. Based on the life of a real female mail carrier, this beautifully researched novel brings the Pacific Northwest vividly to life with rich historical detail and deeply emotional storytelling. Jane Kirkpatrick has such a gift for bringing forgotten women’s stories to life in unforgettable ways, and I loved the strong themes of identity, forgiveness, courage, perseverance, motherhood, faith, and community woven throughout the story.
As Mary faces her mother’s illness, Belle’s longing to stay with her grandparents, and the arrival of a troubled caretaker, long-buried secrets begin to shake her sense of identity. Meanwhile, the women around her struggle with hardships of their own including the demands of homestead life, abuse, lost love, and questions of belonging. Through it all, the friendships between these women and the faith that sustains them shine beautifully.
I especially loved the way the author captured the strength and determination of pioneering women who persevered against impossible odds. The story is emotional, character-driven, and full of heart, with relationships that completely drew me in.
Though it’s the second book in the Women of Cannon Beach series, it can easily be read as a standalone. However, I think I would have appreciated it even more if I’d read the first book in the series.
Highly recommended for readers who enjoy historical fiction inspired by true events and stories centered on strong women, faith, and enduring friendship. I received an advanced copy with no expectation of a positive review. All opinions are my own & provided voluntarily.
As Mary faces her mother’s illness, Belle’s longing to stay with her grandparents, and the arrival of a troubled caretaker, long-buried secrets begin to shake her sense of identity. Meanwhile, the women around her struggle with hardships of their own including the demands of homestead life, abuse, lost love, and questions of belonging. Through it all, the friendships between these women and the faith that sustains them shine beautifully.
I especially loved the way the author captured the strength and determination of pioneering women who persevered against impossible odds. The story is emotional, character-driven, and full of heart, with relationships that completely drew me in.
Though it’s the second book in the Women of Cannon Beach series, it can easily be read as a standalone. However, I think I would have appreciated it even more if I’d read the first book in the series.
Highly recommended for readers who enjoy historical fiction inspired by true events and stories centered on strong women, faith, and enduring friendship. I received an advanced copy with no expectation of a positive review. All opinions are my own & provided voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
This review by librarian Christine Barth was first published in the March 2026 issue of Library Journal.
In this novel set in the early 1900s, a century of Lewis and Clark's expedition, many kinds of people now call Oregon's Cannon Beach home, including Mary Gerritse, the intrepid postmaster who traverses the coast on horseback to deliver mail and medicine. Following up on Across the Crying Sands, Kirkpatrick tracks characters such as Jewell, who is reconciling her Nehalem Clatsop upbringing with her Finnish ancestors living in community nearby, and Herbert, the British remittance man whose declining health may take away his chance at love.
Mary is now a seasoned wife and mother, although she still bucks some traditional feminine roles and now sees that trait in her own daughter.
VERDICT: Readers will have empathy for Kirkpatrick's (mostly women) characters surviving rugged conditions and a host of psychological struggles, in an era when mental illness was more feared than it is today. Those seeking other nuanced depictions of the Old West with semi-biographical characters should also pick up secular offerings from Sandra Dallas especially The Westering Women and Where Coyotes Howl.
In this novel set in the early 1900s, a century of Lewis and Clark's expedition, many kinds of people now call Oregon's Cannon Beach home, including Mary Gerritse, the intrepid postmaster who traverses the coast on horseback to deliver mail and medicine. Following up on Across the Crying Sands, Kirkpatrick tracks characters such as Jewell, who is reconciling her Nehalem Clatsop upbringing with her Finnish ancestors living in community nearby, and Herbert, the British remittance man whose declining health may take away his chance at love.
Mary is now a seasoned wife and mother, although she still bucks some traditional feminine roles and now sees that trait in her own daughter.
VERDICT: Readers will have empathy for Kirkpatrick's (mostly women) characters surviving rugged conditions and a host of psychological struggles, in an era when mental illness was more feared than it is today. Those seeking other nuanced depictions of the Old West with semi-biographical characters should also pick up secular offerings from Sandra Dallas especially The Westering Women and Where Coyotes Howl.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
This review by librarian Christine Barth was first published in the March 2026 issue of Library Journal.
In this novel set in the early 1900s, a century of Lewis and Clark's expedition, many kinds of people now call Oregon's Cannon Beach home, including Mary Gerritse, the intrepid postmaster who traverses the coast on horseback to deliver mail and medicine. Following up on Across the Crying Sands, Kirkpatrick tracks characters such as Jewell, who is reconciling her Nehalem Clatsop upbringing with her Finnish ancestors living in community nearby, and Herbert, the British remittance man whose declining health may take away his chance at love.
Mary is now a seasoned wife and mother, although she still bucks some traditional feminine roles and now sees that trait in her own daughter.
VERDICT: Readers will have empathy for Kirkpatrick's (mostly women) characters surviving rugged conditions and a host of psychological struggles, in an era when mental illness was more feared than it is today. Those seeking other nuanced depictions of the Old West with semi-biographical characters should also pick up secular offerings from Sandra Dallas especially The Westering Women and Where Coyotes Howl.
In this novel set in the early 1900s, a century of Lewis and Clark's expedition, many kinds of people now call Oregon's Cannon Beach home, including Mary Gerritse, the intrepid postmaster who traverses the coast on horseback to deliver mail and medicine. Following up on Across the Crying Sands, Kirkpatrick tracks characters such as Jewell, who is reconciling her Nehalem Clatsop upbringing with her Finnish ancestors living in community nearby, and Herbert, the British remittance man whose declining health may take away his chance at love.
Mary is now a seasoned wife and mother, although she still bucks some traditional feminine roles and now sees that trait in her own daughter.
VERDICT: Readers will have empathy for Kirkpatrick's (mostly women) characters surviving rugged conditions and a host of psychological struggles, in an era when mental illness was more feared than it is today. Those seeking other nuanced depictions of the Old West with semi-biographical characters should also pick up secular offerings from Sandra Dallas especially The Westering Women and Where Coyotes Howl.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
To be completely honest, it wasn't until I sat down to write this review that I realized that this was the second book in a series (The Women of Cannon Beach), and I had not read the previous book before this one. I'll admit, while I enjoyed this story very much by the end, it took some time to get there... and now discovering that it's part of a series and the first book seems to give us Mary's story prior to this one, I think this might be a big part of that. Had I read her story first, I think I would have connected more quickly with this one. As such, I'd definitely recommend going back and rereading that first, so you're all caught up. Either way, I did still enjoy getting to know these women and their stories. They had a lot of struggles to work through, and I loved the resiliency we see among them. I haven't read a ton of books about the American West in the early 1900s, and I found this to be a really interesting look into that period in time. If you enjoy Christian historical fiction celebrating women's friendship, this is certainly one to check out... but definitely check out the first book first!
**ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own.
**ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
What a wonderful novel! I enjoyed everything about this story.
I cried in a certain scene right along with Mary. I felt so bad for her.
I couldn't put this book down. Kirkpatrick has done it once again with wonderful characters that I loved in getting to know Mary and her family.
I loved the setting of this story. I felt like I was there and meeting new friends, old friends and just enjoyed being there.
Kirkpatrick has done well with the tough subjects and of course has weaving everything perfectly in together.
I like seeing the not so perfect people learning how life's journey works out for them. I think it's a wonderful lesson for us to see how they made things work out for them.
I'm giving this story 5 stars for a job well done! And for keeping my attention all the way through. I hope there's more in this series in the future.
I received this book from Interviews and Reviews through Revell via Netgalley
I cried in a certain scene right along with Mary. I felt so bad for her.
I couldn't put this book down. Kirkpatrick has done it once again with wonderful characters that I loved in getting to know Mary and her family.
I loved the setting of this story. I felt like I was there and meeting new friends, old friends and just enjoyed being there.
Kirkpatrick has done well with the tough subjects and of course has weaving everything perfectly in together.
I like seeing the not so perfect people learning how life's journey works out for them. I think it's a wonderful lesson for us to see how they made things work out for them.
I'm giving this story 5 stars for a job well done! And for keeping my attention all the way through. I hope there's more in this series in the future.
I received this book from Interviews and Reviews through Revell via Netgalley
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
With The Enduring tides is Jane Kirkpatrick’s second book in The Women of Cannon Beach Series. Having not read the first in the series, I was able to read and follow along with this story very nicely. The story is well written and has the theme of family and community running throughout it. I enjoyed the wonderful characters in this story. They are hardworking, caring people who are easy to like. I enjoyed reading of how Mary sets out alone to deliver mail while leaving her family behind. I found the story inspirational with Belle moving to be with her grandparents to attend school there, yet she helped in time of need. It is interesting to see how the different women’s lives blend together and how they help and care for each other. I especially enjoyed reading of the different situations the women are in and how they deal with caring for friends and extended family.
I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book, this is my honest review.
I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book, this is my honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
5 stars, Rural Mail Carrier
WITH THE ENDURING TIDES (WOMEN OF CANNON BEACH BOOK 2)
By Jane Kirkpatrick
This is a continuation of Mary's story. It is mostly about her family, her husband and children, and her parents.
I love how Mary is a female mail carrier. She rides her horses around the area to deliver all sorts of things to the local people.
There are hard things in Mary's life. I like how she doesn't let them get her down. It would be easy to do.
Highly recommend. Ms. Kirkpatrick takes historical non fiction events and weaves a fictional story around the characters. I love reading about the strong women of the olden times.
I received a complimentary copy of #WiththeEnduringTides #TheWomenofCannonBeach from #RevellPublishing #JaneKirkpatrick #LibraryThing I was not obligated to post a review.
#inspirational #Oregon #strongfemaleprotagonist #triggerwarning
WITH THE ENDURING TIDES (WOMEN OF CANNON BEACH BOOK 2)
By Jane Kirkpatrick
This is a continuation of Mary's story. It is mostly about her family, her husband and children, and her parents.
I love how Mary is a female mail carrier. She rides her horses around the area to deliver all sorts of things to the local people.
There are hard things in Mary's life. I like how she doesn't let them get her down. It would be easy to do.
Highly recommend. Ms. Kirkpatrick takes historical non fiction events and weaves a fictional story around the characters. I love reading about the strong women of the olden times.
I received a complimentary copy of #WiththeEnduringTides #TheWomenofCannonBeach from #RevellPublishing #JaneKirkpatrick #LibraryThing I was not obligated to post a review.
#inspirational #Oregon #strongfemaleprotagonist #triggerwarning
May 6, 2026
I enjoyed this book 2 in the Women of Cannon Beach Series. Some, including the main character I still find not very likable and even sometimes irritating. Mary remained self absorbed through most of this book as well, but we started seeing her mature towards the last third of the book. I found myself very involved in the story line. Right now I'm thinking I will finish the series when book 3 is released next year.
I have always really liked this authors work, and haven't read anything by her in a decade, it was nice to see I still get caught up in her stories even if these particular characters are not very likable.
I have always really liked this authors work, and haven't read anything by her in a decade, it was nice to see I still get caught up in her stories even if these particular characters are not very likable.
April 22, 2026
A great continuation of history along the Oregon Coast.
Since I have been to the seaside around Cannon Beach, it is easy for me to picture the area. The small towns that were popping up at the time of the storyline.
Mary, the intrepid postal rider, is a historical character. Many other names and places are historical.
I suggest reading the first book in the series and then this book will make more sense.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. My opinions are my own.
Since I have been to the seaside around Cannon Beach, it is easy for me to picture the area. The small towns that were popping up at the time of the storyline.
Mary, the intrepid postal rider, is a historical character. Many other names and places are historical.
I suggest reading the first book in the series and then this book will make more sense.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. My opinions are my own.
May 2, 2026
Based on the true story of Mary Gerritze, a pioneer homesteader and mail carrier on the Northern Oregon coast at the turn of the 20th Century, Kirkpatrick introduces us to several women, both historical and fictional, who live courageously in a place and time of challenge. Mary's life is overturned by the death of her parents, forcing new decisions that impact their family and life together. Interesting story of real events and people.
April 28, 2026
With the Enduring Tides is a heartfelt continuation of Mary Gerritse’s journey in The Women of Cannon Beach Series. The challenges, family struggles, and perseverance made this book hard to put down. Jane Kirkpatrick skillfully weaves history, resilience, and friendship into a compelling story that draws readers in from the first page. It will leave you eagerly awaiting book three!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This book was quite different and I have to admit I struggled through it. It follows the lives of several women along the Oregon coast in the early 1900s. There are several stories within the story I was given a complementary copy of this book and opinions are my own.
April 25, 2026
JPL Reader’s Choice. I enjoyed the growth of the characters and family in this second book of the series. Both joys and sorrows of any normal family. I feel like I’ve gotten to know all of them better and care about what happens to each character. I’ll await the conclusion with book 3.
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April 28, 2026Usually Kirkpatrick’s novels offer a respite read from every day life.
I just couldn’t into this one, however.
There were too many characters to keep track of and too many scenarios.
I got lost and then lost much interest,
Thanks Revell and NetGalley for the early copy.
I just couldn’t into this one, however.
There were too many characters to keep track of and too many scenarios.
I got lost and then lost much interest,
Thanks Revell and NetGalley for the early copy.
May 9, 2026
This storyline was a little slow for me, but there was something sweet about that. It meandered and took you on a journey. I enjoyed getting to know all of the different characters and their unique personalities and backgrounds. There are something sweet trigger warnings for an SA of a minor, and that’s something I wasn’t expecting. It’s not described, but it is talked about after the fact and was a little jarring.
*I was sent a copy of this book by the publisher. My opinions are all my own.
*I was sent a copy of this book by the publisher. My opinions are all my own.
May 9, 2026
I love Jane's books, this one had me wondering if I would make it through! But just like always, the story of these people and Jane's lyrical prose caught my heart and became one of those books that ministered to my soul. Absolute magic lives in these pages.
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