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Easton Island Family Saga Series #15
Son Shine
Easton Island is the continuing saga of one woman’s journey from incredible loss to finding a past she knew nothing about, including a family who both embraces and fears her and a charming island that draws her in.
“An inspirational women’s fiction series for lovers of family sagas, friendship, mysteries, and clean romance!”
When Brett’s young son Tristan arrives on Easton Island, the Easton family rallies to welcome him with open arms. For Morgan, her grandmother Elizabeth, and brother it’s a chance to smooth the boy’s tumultuous losing his mother, learning his father is alive, and suddenly being thrust into a family he never knew he had.
Morgan recognizes Tristan’s grief all too well and vows to help him find his footing in this unfamiliar world. But not everyone is prepared for the ripple effects of the boy’s arrival. Quinn Schultz, Brett’s girlfriend and Morgan’s closest friend, struggles to see where she fits in as the Easton family closes ranks around the child.
While Brett throws himself into fatherhood, Quinn feels the distance widening, threatening not only her relationship with the man she’s fall in love with, but her place in Morgan’s life as well.
Tristan will need all the help and support he can get to navigate his new life in a place so very different from where he grew up. Will Quinn’s reluctance derail her relationship with not only her boyfriend, but her best friend?
“An inspirational women’s fiction series for lovers of family sagas, friendship, mysteries, and clean romance!”
When Brett’s young son Tristan arrives on Easton Island, the Easton family rallies to welcome him with open arms. For Morgan, her grandmother Elizabeth, and brother it’s a chance to smooth the boy’s tumultuous losing his mother, learning his father is alive, and suddenly being thrust into a family he never knew he had.
Morgan recognizes Tristan’s grief all too well and vows to help him find his footing in this unfamiliar world. But not everyone is prepared for the ripple effects of the boy’s arrival. Quinn Schultz, Brett’s girlfriend and Morgan’s closest friend, struggles to see where she fits in as the Easton family closes ranks around the child.
While Brett throws himself into fatherhood, Quinn feels the distance widening, threatening not only her relationship with the man she’s fall in love with, but her place in Morgan’s life as well.
Tristan will need all the help and support he can get to navigate his new life in a place so very different from where he grew up. Will Quinn’s reluctance derail her relationship with not only her boyfriend, but her best friend?
307 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 23, 2026
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Hope Callaghan
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Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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★ AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR ★
★ 2017 Mom's Choice Award ★
Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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March 31, 2026
Golly gosh! This is kind of a cliff hanger. The next book isn’t available until January 2027! Darnit! There were some things that were resolved like Tristan feeling at home finally, but the thing with Hailey and the thing with Morgan’s blood hungry ex, Jason are still hanging.
What will happen with Jason? If you’ve read the previous books you’ll know Jason tried to kill Morgan, but he was sent to prison. Guess what? Now he’s been released due to evidence being misplaced - the very evidence that was keeping him incarcerated. It’s all so terrifying for Morgan!
Then there’s the body that Hailey found in his hotel room. Morgan discovers Hailey has a bit of a shady past and has been arrested only the previous year. She also always seems scared. So what’s up with her? We won’t know until next year. Sigh.
Morgan spent a lot of time with her nephew Tristan and is loving being his aunt. Tristan is also feeling closer to his dad Brett, but not quite ready to call him “Dad” yet. And Brett’s girlfriend who is also Morgan’s best friend was feeling insecure about Brett’s relationship with his son. Quinn feels left out and maybe even jealous and angry towards Tristan for Tristan taking Brett’s time away from her.
Quinn does calm down and decides to make an effort to share Brett’s time with his son.
Let’s see, what else? Not much. This was just kind of a get-to-know Tristan book. But, as always, Callaghan wrote a book I like. A story that makes me want to hang out with all the characters (except Jason). I had just finished reading the series involving Harlow Wynn the starlet. Harlow is mentioned a few times in this book, so that’s cool.
Harlow lives in Mackinac island part-time. Her book series is also by Hope Callaghan, obviously. I love crossover reads!
See you in my next book thoughts review.
Stay happy. Stay kind. Stay humble.
Deuces to your cabooses! ✨😝✨
What will happen with Jason? If you’ve read the previous books you’ll know Jason tried to kill Morgan, but he was sent to prison. Guess what? Now he’s been released due to evidence being misplaced - the very evidence that was keeping him incarcerated. It’s all so terrifying for Morgan!
Then there’s the body that Hailey found in his hotel room. Morgan discovers Hailey has a bit of a shady past and has been arrested only the previous year. She also always seems scared. So what’s up with her? We won’t know until next year. Sigh.
Morgan spent a lot of time with her nephew Tristan and is loving being his aunt. Tristan is also feeling closer to his dad Brett, but not quite ready to call him “Dad” yet. And Brett’s girlfriend who is also Morgan’s best friend was feeling insecure about Brett’s relationship with his son. Quinn feels left out and maybe even jealous and angry towards Tristan for Tristan taking Brett’s time away from her.
Quinn does calm down and decides to make an effort to share Brett’s time with his son.
Let’s see, what else? Not much. This was just kind of a get-to-know Tristan book. But, as always, Callaghan wrote a book I like. A story that makes me want to hang out with all the characters (except Jason). I had just finished reading the series involving Harlow Wynn the starlet. Harlow is mentioned a few times in this book, so that’s cool.
Harlow lives in Mackinac island part-time. Her book series is also by Hope Callaghan, obviously. I love crossover reads!
See you in my next book thoughts review.
Stay happy. Stay kind. Stay humble.
Deuces to your cabooses! ✨😝✨
January 23, 2026
Book 15 in the Easton Family Saga is a page turning mystery with a small town Lake Huron Michigan setting and relatable characters. The story flows and plot twists keeps the reader engaged. Hope Callaghan’s style includes a character list and tidbits from the previous stories to refresh the reader's memory of past events. With a limited attention span this reader enjoys Callaghan’s writing style: short paragraphs, limited description passages which are interspersed with dialog.
One day at a time is the theme of this story - for Tristan, Brett, Morgan, Jason, Prissy, Hailey Varum and Greg. Foreshadowing has this reader wanting more, especially the relationship between Brett and Quinn, now that Brett’s ten year old intrepid, adventuresome son Tristan is living on the island. The big question is: What will happen next with Jason – Morgan’s ex-husband?
Having experienced a private cooking lesson for a party of six, I enjoyed the chapter with the private cooking lesson by Chef Gusto. Recipes for One-Pan Pizza Chicken and Carrot Cake are included.
One day at a time is the theme of this story - for Tristan, Brett, Morgan, Jason, Prissy, Hailey Varum and Greg. Foreshadowing has this reader wanting more, especially the relationship between Brett and Quinn, now that Brett’s ten year old intrepid, adventuresome son Tristan is living on the island. The big question is: What will happen next with Jason – Morgan’s ex-husband?
Having experienced a private cooking lesson for a party of six, I enjoyed the chapter with the private cooking lesson by Chef Gusto. Recipes for One-Pan Pizza Chicken and Carrot Cake are included.
January 25, 2026
Winter on the island!
The family is home on Easton Island and enjoying the newest member of the household, Tristan, Brett’s newly discovered son, a bundle of energy! Unfortunately for Morgan, her violent ex, Jason, has gotten out of prison and hopefully will stay far away in Tampa, Florida. She’s staying with her Policeman boyfriend, Wyatt, for now, just to be safe. Meanwhile, she’s having lots of fun with Tristan; sledding, snowmobiling and building snowmen! The fun, family saga continues!
The family is home on Easton Island and enjoying the newest member of the household, Tristan, Brett’s newly discovered son, a bundle of energy! Unfortunately for Morgan, her violent ex, Jason, has gotten out of prison and hopefully will stay far away in Tampa, Florida. She’s staying with her Policeman boyfriend, Wyatt, for now, just to be safe. Meanwhile, she’s having lots of fun with Tristan; sledding, snowmobiling and building snowmen! The fun, family saga continues!
March 9, 2026
A very quick read - almost novella. This book focuses primarily on Tristan, Brett's "surprise" son and how he is settling into Easton Island. A few other storylines come up. Greg and his girlfriend Hailey - with a questionable background. Morgan gets some unwelcome news about Jason (ex-husband). Brett and Quinn have to work out how Tristan fits into their blooming relationship. Nothing is resolved in this one, just day-to-day info and discussions. It was a little frustrating for a series I do like.
January 25, 2026
Too many loose ends
I enjoyed this book, as I have all of this series, up until the ending. There are just too many loose ends that need to be tied up to make this a complete book with a satisfactory ending. And the next one won’t come out until next January? I can’t give this a higher rating when it feels so incomplete. But if you don’t mind waiting a year for the next installment of this series, go for it.
I enjoyed this book, as I have all of this series, up until the ending. There are just too many loose ends that need to be tied up to make this a complete book with a satisfactory ending. And the next one won’t come out until next January? I can’t give this a higher rating when it feels so incomplete. But if you don’t mind waiting a year for the next installment of this series, go for it.
January 25, 2026
Friends and family and foes
Easton family saga continues with some surprising twists and turns - when the past catches up, the future is hopeful, but still a little uncertain. Read on for this next installment of the trials and tribulations of the Eastons and their close knit circle of friends.
I really like the characters and how they are coming into their own and expanding their presence in these pages.
Easton family saga continues with some surprising twists and turns - when the past catches up, the future is hopeful, but still a little uncertain. Read on for this next installment of the trials and tribulations of the Eastons and their close knit circle of friends.
I really like the characters and how they are coming into their own and expanding their presence in these pages.
January 26, 2026
Son Shine
The Easton Island series is definitely worth reading! The family dynamics are very interesting and the characters are really fun. The arrival of an unexpected son causes a lot of tension between the family. As the story unfolds it becomes apparent that they are all involved in the family dynamics. As they try to make sense of their relationships they endure unexpected changes within. Add an inmate who was released to the story and what could possibly happen next.
The Easton Island series is definitely worth reading! The family dynamics are very interesting and the characters are really fun. The arrival of an unexpected son causes a lot of tension between the family. As the story unfolds it becomes apparent that they are all involved in the family dynamics. As they try to make sense of their relationships they endure unexpected changes within. Add an inmate who was released to the story and what could possibly happen next.
April 20, 2026
Easton Island...Great Saga!
The Easton Island series is full of interesting tidbits and morsels of family, community happenings.
There are many various type incidents...some are sad...some are glad tidings...a few are even scary and harrowing!
For sure you'll keep a sure pace of interest going with each turn of the page.
My only concern is now that I've read 16 of these wonderful books...is that now I must wait months for the next installment...Boo...Hoo!!
The Easton Island series is full of interesting tidbits and morsels of family, community happenings.
There are many various type incidents...some are sad...some are glad tidings...a few are even scary and harrowing!
For sure you'll keep a sure pace of interest going with each turn of the page.
My only concern is now that I've read 16 of these wonderful books...is that now I must wait months for the next installment...Boo...Hoo!!
January 26, 2026
The next installment in the Easton Island series. This story gives us a glimpse into Tristan, Brett's son with his first wife, of whom he was unaware until the end of the last book. The story does a nice job of integrating him into life with the other characters. As usual, there are significant cliffhangers.
January 30, 2026
When I open a new Hope Callaghan book, I know I’m in for a treat! This series is an absolute delight. There is a bit of mystery and conflict, with loving family and friends who always stand by each other. I hope there are many more books to come in this series! Definitely a feel-good read! Highly recommended!
January 31, 2026
Sons Do Tend To Shine!
What a great book this was. It brought the family together and we got to know a little bit more about them.
It’s always nice when an author shows the character more. We’d previously known Brett., But not much about him. So I think the spotlight goes to him in this story can’t wait for the next book.
What a great book this was. It brought the family together and we got to know a little bit more about them.
It’s always nice when an author shows the character more. We’d previously known Brett., But not much about him. So I think the spotlight goes to him in this story can’t wait for the next book.
February 1, 2026
I loved this story!
Book 15 of Easton Island Son Shine was fun to read with a bit of anxiety. Tristan is an awesome kid who loves everything about the island. Brett didn’t know he had a son from his ex but when he shows up with his uncle he learns that Brett is his father and he will be living there. A happy ending and looking forward to the next book in this series.
Book 15 of Easton Island Son Shine was fun to read with a bit of anxiety. Tristan is an awesome kid who loves everything about the island. Brett didn’t know he had a son from his ex but when he shows up with his uncle he learns that Brett is his father and he will be living there. A happy ending and looking forward to the next book in this series.
February 21, 2026
Easton Island: Son Shine
This book was actually a very well written book. It hit every emotion on the scale of Emotions. I laughed, I worried and yes I even teared up. LOL Hope you never cease to Amaze me. Thank you and now I truly have to go on to the next book. I never want this series to end.
This book was actually a very well written book. It hit every emotion on the scale of Emotions. I laughed, I worried and yes I even teared up. LOL Hope you never cease to Amaze me. Thank you and now I truly have to go on to the next book. I never want this series to end.
January 25, 2026
WOW!!!!!
You left me high and dry😊 Hope your writing always gets every character energized and involved in the story from the beginning!! This book is no different! I can't wait to read the next one💜
You left me high and dry😊 Hope your writing always gets every character energized and involved in the story from the beginning!! This book is no different! I can't wait to read the next one💜
January 26, 2026
Easton island book series
This series is great it chasing all the time. Keeps a you interested all the time. Great writer s the best you always think ing what wi?all happens next.
This series is great it chasing all the time. Keeps a you interested all the time. Great writer s the best you always think ing what wi?all happens next.
January 26, 2026
Easton Island: Son Shine
Hope Callaghan has again hit it out of the park with the Easton Island series. I just finished Son Shine and it is a wonderful book with great characters with trials and tribulations of normal people!
Hope Callaghan has again hit it out of the park with the Easton Island series. I just finished Son Shine and it is a wonderful book with great characters with trials and tribulations of normal people!
February 4, 2026
Family Drama and Mystery
Morgan has a new nephew and mystery. Both are interwoven into a enjoyable story. Add the intrigue of Morgan's ex husband and I felt compelled to finish the book. I am loot forward to the next installment of Easton Island.
Morgan has a new nephew and mystery. Both are interwoven into a enjoyable story. Add the intrigue of Morgan's ex husband and I felt compelled to finish the book. I am loot forward to the next installment of Easton Island.
May 6, 2026
nephew
Aunt Morgan is doing a great job. This was so special how they welcomed Tristan into the family. Brett is great dad. It definitely was a tear jerker in parts. I’m just sad I have to wait for the next book.
Aunt Morgan is doing a great job. This was so special how they welcomed Tristan into the family. Brett is great dad. It definitely was a tear jerker in parts. I’m just sad I have to wait for the next book.
June 15, 2026
I am totally addicted to Hope's style of writing. You feel part the book, as if you're in the room with them.
This is another intriguing episode of the Easton Estate saga. Waiting on the next one now.
This is another intriguing episode of the Easton Estate saga. Waiting on the next one now.
January 29, 2026
Great series
Love the Easton Island series. Great family with struggles who love each other and lean on God and each other.
Love the Easton Island series. Great family with struggles who love each other and lean on God and each other.
January 29, 2026
fun book
Sweet story learning more about Tristen and his new part in the family. Wish the book was longer. Looking forward to the next.
Sweet story learning more about Tristen and his new part in the family. Wish the book was longer. Looking forward to the next.
February 2, 2026
Good heartwarming story. Love the Easton Family.
February 7, 2026
great book
I love how there is the right amount of mystery in the book. I couldn’t put it down. Now I can’t wait until the next one.
I love how there is the right amount of mystery in the book. I couldn’t put it down. Now I can’t wait until the next one.
February 7, 2026
Great story but super short! I love this series.
February 9, 2026
As always....a quick read
I'm still loving this series. This one had an interesting twist. I actually feel happy at the end of each story. Uplifting storyline.
I'm still loving this series. This one had an interesting twist. I actually feel happy at the end of each story. Uplifting storyline.
February 18, 2026
One of my favorite series
I love this series! Heartwarming with a little intrigue and occasional humor. Hope kes the characters come live. I can't wait for the next book .
I love this series! Heartwarming with a little intrigue and occasional humor. Hope kes the characters come live. I can't wait for the next book .
February 21, 2026
Enjoyed very much !
I hope there’s another book in the collection! I would like to see what happens with the other couples relationships !
I hope there’s another book in the collection! I would like to see what happens with the other couples relationships !
February 23, 2026
It just keeps getting better!
The Easton Island series is so heart warming. The characters face real life issues with love and grace. Can’t wait to see what happens next.
The Easton Island series is so heart warming. The characters face real life issues with love and grace. Can’t wait to see what happens next.
March 10, 2026
All about Family
Love the story of reuniting friends and family with true stories of love and a little suspense!!
Can not wait to read what comes next!
Could not put it down!
Love the story of reuniting friends and family with true stories of love and a little suspense!!
Can not wait to read what comes next!
Could not put it down!
March 25, 2026
another winner
Again I’m sad to see it end and that I have to wait 9 months for the next one in this series. Grrrr
Again I’m sad to see it end and that I have to wait 9 months for the next one in this series. Grrrr
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