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Second Hope #6
Beautifully Broken Pieces
I didn’t have the best track record when it came to men. No matter how hard I try to make good choices, I end up picking losers just like my father. After my last failed relationship, I decide to take a break from dating and focus my energy on other things—family, friends, and my thriving business.
At least that was the plan.
Until a certain gorgeous hockey player walks into my small town bookstore one day and turns my carefully crafted world upside down.
Tanner Fine is back in Hope Valley after a season-ending injury and his body isn’t the only thing he’s trying to heal.
He’s set his sights on me and is determined to show me that he’s different from the men in my past. Despite all my efforts to keep my walls up, I can’t stop myself from falling for him.
There are just two problems standing in our way.
The first is that he isn’t here to stay. Hope Valley is my home, and I can’t imagine living anywhere else. But it’s only a matter of time until Tanner returns to his real life, leaving me behind. The second is that I’ve been keeping a secret from everyone I love. And when it finally comes to light, it could ruin everything.
At least that was the plan.
Until a certain gorgeous hockey player walks into my small town bookstore one day and turns my carefully crafted world upside down.
Tanner Fine is back in Hope Valley after a season-ending injury and his body isn’t the only thing he’s trying to heal.
He’s set his sights on me and is determined to show me that he’s different from the men in my past. Despite all my efforts to keep my walls up, I can’t stop myself from falling for him.
There are just two problems standing in our way.
The first is that he isn’t here to stay. Hope Valley is my home, and I can’t imagine living anywhere else. But it’s only a matter of time until Tanner returns to his real life, leaving me behind. The second is that I’ve been keeping a secret from everyone I love. And when it finally comes to light, it could ruin everything.
237 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 9, 2026
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Jessica Prince
89 books2,571 followersBorn and raised around Houston, Jessica is a self proclaimed caffeine addict, connoisseur of inexpensive wine, and the worst driver in the state of Texas. In addition to being all of these things, she’s first and foremost a wife and mom.
Growing up, she shared her mom and grandmother’s love of reading. But where they leaned toward murder mysteries, Jessica was obsessed with all things romance.
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Growing up, she shared her mom and grandmother’s love of reading. But where they leaned toward murder mysteries, Jessica was obsessed with all things romance.
When she’s not nose deep in her next manuscript, you can usually find her with her kindle in hand.
To be in-the-know before anyone else, follow along on my website, or join my newsletter.
www.authorjessicaprince.com
Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/_KJ0n
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Twitter: @JessPrince2013
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March 13, 2026
Alright, despite that nerve wracking book title, this was actually a light, safe read. Sigh of relief. It was a short book, but I did have to put it down a couple times. I kept getting distracted by my growing pile of TBR recommendations. Thank you IG reels. 🥴 But yea, this was decent, smutty, though lacking a bit in emotional depth. Still, it was non angsty, doesn't spike my blood pressure. Which is a nice change, ya know. To not want to shake the heroine in frustration. Or hate the hero's gut for being such a prick! Especially in the wake of Connor and Raylan.
Mild spoilers
Our hero, Tanner was kind, protective, supportive and pure gentleman. So rare these days! He's an athlete, taking a break for the remainder of the season due to his injury. He vacations in the town of Hope Valley where he meets our sweet as molasses, heroine, Holly. She is Gypsy and Raylan's sister and owns a bookstore named " One More Chapter". It was pretty much love at first sight, both smitten right away. The relationship developed super duper fast, cuz Tanner moves fast. He's ALL in. His "sunshine" ain't escaping him.😁 And far as the plot goes. They meet, hooked up on the first date (hey, I don't judge 🫠), fell in love and stayed in their love bubble. No major drama, misunderstanding or conflict. Just the return of Holly's evil scum of a mother. She's utterly revolting, I wanted to reach in and slap her HARD. And do it two more times!!
What to expect:
📌 No third act breakup
📌 No cheating
📌 Cinnamon roll, non-toxic Hero
📌 He can COOK! Yasss
📌 Hockey player 🏒 🎶 all the things she said--running through my head 🎶 (Heated Rivalry- what have you done to me. 😆)
📌 Alpha sweetness but dirty talker 🤭
📌 Holly's 🐈 named Yoda. How freakin adorable. I wanted to name my puppy Grogu but lil diva just glares at me.
📌 Slight ow drama. Tanner had a "situationship" ex Sandra but he ended things before he got to Hope Valley. She's a puck bunny stalker, shows up and kisses Tanner (unwelcome and he pushed her off).
📌 Slight om drama. Blane, Holly's ex (the cheater) sees her with Tanner and got all fan boy. And he's still with the skank he cheated with. Good riddance!
📌 Naomi (Holly's bff) - the extra star is for her in fact. I like this sassy, lil dynamo of a woman. Hope she gets to keep her fire and backbone in her own book. 🤞
The bad or ick factor:
📌 Raylan. Still don't like him. I'm glad Tanner put him in his place after he blew up at Holly. Smuck that you are Raylan!
📌 Tanner dated Holly's friend, Ivy, in the past or previous books. Prob not a big deal for some as they were not serious and only made out as far as intimacy goes. Still, it gives me the heebies jeebies. Because Holly was in the friend group and noticed him. But he didn't. 😬
Tanner:
“𝘐 𝘤𝘢𝘯’𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘐 𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘯’𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘦𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨".
Holly:
“𝘎𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘴 𝘮𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥’𝘴 𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦, 𝘐 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘯’𝘵,” I teased.
His smile stretched a bit wider. “𝘖𝘧 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘐 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘐𝘷𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘐 𝘳𝘢𝘯 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘶𝘴𝘣𝘢𝘯𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘳𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘐 𝘮𝘦𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥𝘯’𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘺 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘦𝘳”.
I mean, I'm not mad 𝘮𝘢𝘥, just a bit irked. That's just the possessive reader in me.🤷♀️ Like Holly...that gonna be ur man girl. Can you mind a little or get a bit jealous? 😄
Mild spoilers
Our hero, Tanner was kind, protective, supportive and pure gentleman. So rare these days! He's an athlete, taking a break for the remainder of the season due to his injury. He vacations in the town of Hope Valley where he meets our sweet as molasses, heroine, Holly. She is Gypsy and Raylan's sister and owns a bookstore named " One More Chapter". It was pretty much love at first sight, both smitten right away. The relationship developed super duper fast, cuz Tanner moves fast. He's ALL in. His "sunshine" ain't escaping him.😁 And far as the plot goes. They meet, hooked up on the first date (hey, I don't judge 🫠), fell in love and stayed in their love bubble. No major drama, misunderstanding or conflict. Just the return of Holly's evil scum of a mother. She's utterly revolting, I wanted to reach in and slap her HARD. And do it two more times!!
What to expect:
📌 No third act breakup
📌 No cheating
📌 Cinnamon roll, non-toxic Hero
📌 He can COOK! Yasss
📌 Hockey player 🏒 🎶 all the things she said--running through my head 🎶 (Heated Rivalry- what have you done to me. 😆)
📌 Alpha sweetness but dirty talker 🤭
📌 Holly's 🐈 named Yoda. How freakin adorable. I wanted to name my puppy Grogu but lil diva just glares at me.
📌 Slight ow drama. Tanner had a "situationship" ex Sandra but he ended things before he got to Hope Valley. She's a puck bunny stalker, shows up and kisses Tanner (unwelcome and he pushed her off).
📌 Slight om drama. Blane, Holly's ex (the cheater) sees her with Tanner and got all fan boy. And he's still with the skank he cheated with. Good riddance!
📌 Naomi (Holly's bff) - the extra star is for her in fact. I like this sassy, lil dynamo of a woman. Hope she gets to keep her fire and backbone in her own book. 🤞
The bad or ick factor:
📌 Raylan. Still don't like him. I'm glad Tanner put him in his place after he blew up at Holly. Smuck that you are Raylan!
📌 Tanner dated Holly's friend, Ivy, in the past or previous books. Prob not a big deal for some as they were not serious and only made out as far as intimacy goes. Still, it gives me the heebies jeebies. Because Holly was in the friend group and noticed him. But he didn't. 😬
Tanner:
“𝘐 𝘤𝘢𝘯’𝘵 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘐 𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘯’𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘦𝘥𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨".
Holly:
“𝘎𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘴 𝘮𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥’𝘴 𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦, 𝘐 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘪𝘥𝘯’𝘵,” I teased.
His smile stretched a bit wider. “𝘖𝘧 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘐 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘐𝘷𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨. 𝘐 𝘳𝘢𝘯 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘳, 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘶𝘴𝘣𝘢𝘯𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘨𝘪𝘳𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘐 𝘮𝘦𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥𝘯’𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘺 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘦𝘳”.
I mean, I'm not mad 𝘮𝘢𝘥, just a bit irked. That's just the possessive reader in me.🤷♀️ Like Holly...that gonna be ur man girl. Can you mind a little or get a bit jealous? 😄
March 12, 2026
The long awaited happy ending for Tanner Fine 🔥
We knew he was gonna be straight golden retriever vibes since Tangled in you and he delivered.
NHL hockey player. Gets injured. Decides to vacation back to lovely Hope Valley.
Enter Holiday Bradbury.
Another sibling in the group.
The romance bookstore owner.
Sunshine vibes.
This was sweet. And spicy.
And just a solid farewell to the series.
It felt a little like an episode of friends when they were all in the cafe on the couches 🤣
This series made me happy and I’m glad it introduced me to Jessica Prince.
We knew he was gonna be straight golden retriever vibes since Tangled in you and he delivered.
NHL hockey player. Gets injured. Decides to vacation back to lovely Hope Valley.
Enter Holiday Bradbury.
Another sibling in the group.
The romance bookstore owner.
Sunshine vibes.
This was sweet. And spicy.
And just a solid farewell to the series.
It felt a little like an episode of friends when they were all in the cafe on the couches 🤣
This series made me happy and I’m glad it introduced me to Jessica Prince.
March 16, 2026
I need angst. That is all 🤷♀️
March 10, 2026
Returning to Hope Valley one last time in this series feels a bit bittersweet. The author assures us we’ll see some of these beloved characters again, but this book wraps up a journey many of us have been on for years. I’ve followed this series from the very beginning, starting with Out of My League, and over time these characters have come to feel like old friends. When Jessica Prince introduced the second-generation stories set in Hope Valley, it felt like coming home again.
Holly and Tanner’s story is the final installment, and it’s a wonderfully comfortable, entertaining read. And let’s talk about Mr. Fine—because Tanner Fine is very fine in more ways than one. Any man who openly adores and respects his mom and isn’t afraid to show it is an absolute rock star in my book.
Tanner is facing a big decision about his hockey career, something readers have seen building since we first met him earlier in the series. Holly, on the other hand, has been part of this world since Gypsy’s story long ago, so longtime readers will feel an extra connection to her. Together, Holly and Tanner have undeniable chemistry and a kind of easy magic that makes their story a joy to read.
The book flows smoothly, keeping me invested from beginning to end. One thing I especially appreciated was the minimal angst—sometimes it’s nice to simply enjoy the story without wanting to throw your Kindle across the room.
A standout secondary character for me was Naomi. Her honesty, wit, and sharp sarcasm practically demand a book of her own. I have a strong feeling we might see that happen someday, and I would absolutely be here for it.
If you haven’t started this series yet, you could jump into this book and still enjoy it—but I’d definitely recommend going back to the beginning. Knowing the characters’ histories makes the experience even richer.
I’m going to miss this Hope Valley crew, but if there’s one thing I know, it’s that Jessica Prince always has something new up her sleeve to pull us in and keep us hooked.
Dual point of view. No cliffhanger.
Holly and Tanner’s story is the final installment, and it’s a wonderfully comfortable, entertaining read. And let’s talk about Mr. Fine—because Tanner Fine is very fine in more ways than one. Any man who openly adores and respects his mom and isn’t afraid to show it is an absolute rock star in my book.
Tanner is facing a big decision about his hockey career, something readers have seen building since we first met him earlier in the series. Holly, on the other hand, has been part of this world since Gypsy’s story long ago, so longtime readers will feel an extra connection to her. Together, Holly and Tanner have undeniable chemistry and a kind of easy magic that makes their story a joy to read.
The book flows smoothly, keeping me invested from beginning to end. One thing I especially appreciated was the minimal angst—sometimes it’s nice to simply enjoy the story without wanting to throw your Kindle across the room.
A standout secondary character for me was Naomi. Her honesty, wit, and sharp sarcasm practically demand a book of her own. I have a strong feeling we might see that happen someday, and I would absolutely be here for it.
If you haven’t started this series yet, you could jump into this book and still enjoy it—but I’d definitely recommend going back to the beginning. Knowing the characters’ histories makes the experience even richer.
I’m going to miss this Hope Valley crew, but if there’s one thing I know, it’s that Jessica Prince always has something new up her sleeve to pull us in and keep us hooked.
Dual point of view. No cliffhanger.
March 28, 2026
Main characters: Tanner & Holly
Summary:
Holly was raised in Hope Valley by her oldest sister after her parents abandoned her and her siblings (Hope Valley book 4). She owns a bookshop. Recently her mother got in touch with her demanding money. Her siblings have all recently settled down and started families so she gave her mom money to make sure she left them alone. She didn’t tell her family. Her mom has kept coming back for more.
Tanner is a goalie in the NHL. He got hurt and was out for the season. He’s depressed and decides to go to Hope Valley to recover. He had been there before while recovering from a different injury (book 2) and loved it. He’s sad about his career and the possibility it’s over.
On day 1 of his stay he meets Holly at her bookstore. He’s instantly attracted to her and asks her out. She remembers him from his previous visit and is attracted to him too but says no. He gets her phone number and they start texting.
They really like each other. After a week she says yes to a date. He brings her to his house and cooks her dinner. He mentions she said sometimes after work she’s too tired to do much so he wanted to take care of her. She’s moved that he listened. They end up having sex.
In the morning she assumes it was a one time thing. He tells her he wants to see her again. They start dating, but she knows it’s only temporary until he goes back home.
They fall in love but think it’s crazy because it’s too fast.
A girl from his past shows up unexpectedly and kisses him. He pushes her away but Holly sees and is devastated. He finds her and explains that the girl didn’t mean anything to him. That she wanted more but he never did. She confesses she’s in love with him. He tells her he loves her too.
She explains she’s scared of how much it’ll hurt when he leaves. He tells her he decided to retire and wants to move to Hope Valley to be with her. She’s thrilled and tells him about her mom. How her mom knows they’re together and is asking for 100k. He convinces her to tell her family. That they’ll figure it out.
She tells her siblings. They’re sad she did it alone. Tanner tells them he’s going to pay her mother to get her to leave everyone alone for good. Her brothers go with him.
He gives her mom 1k and tells her to leave them all alone. That if she comes back he’ll use his millions to destroy her. She gets scared and agrees.
A few months later he officially moved to Hope Valley. He asks Holly to move in with him. On moving day he proposes. She says yes.
Summary:
Holly was raised in Hope Valley by her oldest sister after her parents abandoned her and her siblings (Hope Valley book 4). She owns a bookshop. Recently her mother got in touch with her demanding money. Her siblings have all recently settled down and started families so she gave her mom money to make sure she left them alone. She didn’t tell her family. Her mom has kept coming back for more.
Tanner is a goalie in the NHL. He got hurt and was out for the season. He’s depressed and decides to go to Hope Valley to recover. He had been there before while recovering from a different injury (book 2) and loved it. He’s sad about his career and the possibility it’s over.
On day 1 of his stay he meets Holly at her bookstore. He’s instantly attracted to her and asks her out. She remembers him from his previous visit and is attracted to him too but says no. He gets her phone number and they start texting.
They really like each other. After a week she says yes to a date. He brings her to his house and cooks her dinner. He mentions she said sometimes after work she’s too tired to do much so he wanted to take care of her. She’s moved that he listened. They end up having sex.
In the morning she assumes it was a one time thing. He tells her he wants to see her again. They start dating, but she knows it’s only temporary until he goes back home.
They fall in love but think it’s crazy because it’s too fast.
A girl from his past shows up unexpectedly and kisses him. He pushes her away but Holly sees and is devastated. He finds her and explains that the girl didn’t mean anything to him. That she wanted more but he never did. She confesses she’s in love with him. He tells her he loves her too.
She explains she’s scared of how much it’ll hurt when he leaves. He tells her he decided to retire and wants to move to Hope Valley to be with her. She’s thrilled and tells him about her mom. How her mom knows they’re together and is asking for 100k. He convinces her to tell her family. That they’ll figure it out.
She tells her siblings. They’re sad she did it alone. Tanner tells them he’s going to pay her mother to get her to leave everyone alone for good. Her brothers go with him.
He gives her mom 1k and tells her to leave them all alone. That if she comes back he’ll use his millions to destroy her. She gets scared and agrees.
A few months later he officially moved to Hope Valley. He asks Holly to move in with him. On moving day he proposes. She says yes.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 9, 2026
I’m so angry that I finished this in one sitting. Not that I spent time with Holly and Tanner, mind you, but that I managed to devour the whole journey that fast. And what do I do now? Wait. Yeah. I wait. Because there are still people waiting for their forever in this town, even if they won’t get it as part of this series.
Tanner is someone I’ve liked since the beginning when he was there for another woman who was a bit lost, much like he is now. His friendship with her brought him to the town that gave him peace because he surely needs it now. He also gets the added bonus of meeting his future. He just needs to figure out how to convince Holly of that same vision.
This is everything I’ve come to adore about this town. The friends like family, the family that has your back, the love and the heat and the sweet, and the happy ever after that is guaranteed. So I’ll wait because I know a few others will share their tales soon enough. And while I wait, I might even head back for a reread when I need to feel some of this hope and happiness again.
Tanner is someone I’ve liked since the beginning when he was there for another woman who was a bit lost, much like he is now. His friendship with her brought him to the town that gave him peace because he surely needs it now. He also gets the added bonus of meeting his future. He just needs to figure out how to convince Holly of that same vision.
This is everything I’ve come to adore about this town. The friends like family, the family that has your back, the love and the heat and the sweet, and the happy ever after that is guaranteed. So I’ll wait because I know a few others will share their tales soon enough. And while I wait, I might even head back for a reread when I need to feel some of this hope and happiness again.
March 11, 2026
What an incredible book!! I loved this series so so much. it's so bittersweet that this is the last book of this series. It was phenomenal. I loved Holly and Tanner together they were absolutely perfect. I couldn't put the book down at all.
amazing book!! so excited to see what is next by this incredible author
amazing book!! so excited to see what is next by this incredible author
March 9, 2026
A Perfect Ending for the Hope Valley Series
Another great story with a perfect hero. Holly has her HEA and she and Tanner will be forever happy in their gorgeous “cabin” with all their friends nearby.
Another great story with a perfect hero. Holly has her HEA and she and Tanner will be forever happy in their gorgeous “cabin” with all their friends nearby.
March 12, 2026
What a perfect end to the second hope series
Tanner & Holly are fire 🔥
Possibly my favourite couple so far!
Absolutely loved watching them fall in love 😍
Well done Jessica
Tanner & Holly are fire 🔥
Possibly my favourite couple so far!
Absolutely loved watching them fall in love 😍
Well done Jessica
March 19, 2026
***5 Stars***
I’m sad we’re saying goodbye to Hope Valley (again ~ and I have no doubt we’ll get updates every now and again and possibly head back one day because there still be people I NEED to have their own HEA) this was a great way to go.
I ADORED Holly and Tanner. Both are genuinely good people. They’ve worked hard for what they have and truly adore their friends and family…and crazy enough they aren’t as ‘opposite’ as one would assume. Their chemistry was intense from the start, and to say I loved their ‘meet cute’ is an understatement, but I truly appreciated how they communicated with each other…yes, there were some secrets, but overall how they were open about who they were and what they wanted for themselves and how they felt about their relationship.
The drama that is woven throughout their story doesn’t overtake it, but did keep me turning the pages to see when it would make itself known and as expected, it made things interesting, but I like how everything worked out for them in the end.
~ Copy provided by the author & voluntarily reviewed ~
I’m sad we’re saying goodbye to Hope Valley (again ~ and I have no doubt we’ll get updates every now and again and possibly head back one day because there still be people I NEED to have their own HEA) this was a great way to go.
I ADORED Holly and Tanner. Both are genuinely good people. They’ve worked hard for what they have and truly adore their friends and family…and crazy enough they aren’t as ‘opposite’ as one would assume. Their chemistry was intense from the start, and to say I loved their ‘meet cute’ is an understatement, but I truly appreciated how they communicated with each other…yes, there were some secrets, but overall how they were open about who they were and what they wanted for themselves and how they felt about their relationship.
The drama that is woven throughout their story doesn’t overtake it, but did keep me turning the pages to see when it would make itself known and as expected, it made things interesting, but I like how everything worked out for them in the end.
~ Copy provided by the author & voluntarily reviewed ~
March 12, 2026
This is the last book in the second generation of Hope Valley. Holly is a sibling to Gyspy from the OG series. Gyspy and Marco were my favorite couple so it makes my heart so happy to see her siblings finding their HEAs. I loved Tanner. He is at a crossroads in his career and healing not just his injury, but also his soul in Hope Valley. Hope Valley has a way of making people take breath and enjoy life not just go through the motions. I love that Holly owns the bookstore in town. I know I would be a frequent visitor especially for book club. I also loved that Holly has an adorable cat. I can honestly say Holly is living my dream life. Tanner's bbf and teammate Luke is awesome and one of my favorite scenes is when he comes to visit Tanner in Hope Valley. This book was a beautiful note to end this series on.
March 24, 2026
4.5 stars - brilliantly beautiful story to end the series and town I never wanted to leave!
The Bradbury's have been through it all and seen so much in their lives. What a wonderful conclusion and now they all have their own HEA.
Holiday never thought that she would find that love that her siblings had except in her books. She was so happy for them but she just couldn't get past her past. When Tanner Fine popped into her shop the little hearts began to dance around in her head.
Tanner was in Hope Valley for rest for his injury and to figure out where he should go from here. He had reached that time in his life and career that he needed to make his "plan B" or better yet, his grand finale on the ice. "Holiday" was just what he needed, both now and always.
I have truly loved Hope Valley and this was just the perfect end to the series.
review by C. Seymour - blogger
The Bradbury's have been through it all and seen so much in their lives. What a wonderful conclusion and now they all have their own HEA.
Holiday never thought that she would find that love that her siblings had except in her books. She was so happy for them but she just couldn't get past her past. When Tanner Fine popped into her shop the little hearts began to dance around in her head.
Tanner was in Hope Valley for rest for his injury and to figure out where he should go from here. He had reached that time in his life and career that he needed to make his "plan B" or better yet, his grand finale on the ice. "Holiday" was just what he needed, both now and always.
I have truly loved Hope Valley and this was just the perfect end to the series.
review by C. Seymour - blogger
March 24, 2026
4.5 stars - brilliantly beautiful story to end the series and town I never wanted to leave!
The Bradbury's have been through it all and seen so much in their lives. What a wonderful conclusion and now they all have their own HEA.
Holiday never thought that she would find that love that her siblings had except in her books. She was so happy for them but she just couldn't get past her past. When Tanner Fine popped into her shop the little hearts began to dance around in her head.
Tanner was in Hope Valley for rest for his injury and to figure out where he should go from here. He had reached that time in his life and career that he needed to make his "plan B" or better yet, his grand finale on the ice. "Holiday" was just what he needed, both now and always.
I have truly loved Hope Valley and this was just the perfect end to the series.
The Bradbury's have been through it all and seen so much in their lives. What a wonderful conclusion and now they all have their own HEA.
Holiday never thought that she would find that love that her siblings had except in her books. She was so happy for them but she just couldn't get past her past. When Tanner Fine popped into her shop the little hearts began to dance around in her head.
Tanner was in Hope Valley for rest for his injury and to figure out where he should go from here. He had reached that time in his life and career that he needed to make his "plan B" or better yet, his grand finale on the ice. "Holiday" was just what he needed, both now and always.
I have truly loved Hope Valley and this was just the perfect end to the series.
March 18, 2026
Love this series! Loved this conclusion to the series! I have read all of the other novels in this series and loved them. This novel did not disappoint. I was so excited to jump back into this series and it did not let me down. From the first chapter this novel sucked me right back in and held on tight. I didn't want this novel to end. I loved Holly and Tanner’s story. Their chemistry was so so good! Once I started reading I could not put this novel down. Even if it meant staying up almost all night to finish, so worth losing sleep over. I loved checking in with characters from some of the previous novels. So good! Loved it! I can hardly wait to see what this author has coming next.
March 26, 2026
Jessica Prince is one of a few authors that I don't have any problem or struggle with an instant love or love at first sight even if I don't believe in it.
Beautifully Broken Pieces is about a Hockey player falling hard and fast for a bookstore owner... actually they both fall hard and fast for each other. Prince is an excellent author who can extend what happened in one day or 24 hrs to be 50% of the book without me feeling like it was dragged too long or boring. I was pulled deep into Holly and Tanner's chemistry and attraction. I love seeing Holly has been taken care of and Tanner's possessiveness is swooning.
Anyway, when it comes to Holly's secret, I felt a little bit annoyed with her decision so even if I enjoyed reading the book, I decide to give it 4 stars.
Beautifully Broken Pieces is about a Hockey player falling hard and fast for a bookstore owner... actually they both fall hard and fast for each other. Prince is an excellent author who can extend what happened in one day or 24 hrs to be 50% of the book without me feeling like it was dragged too long or boring. I was pulled deep into Holly and Tanner's chemistry and attraction. I love seeing Holly has been taken care of and Tanner's possessiveness is swooning.
Anyway, when it comes to Holly's secret, I felt a little bit annoyed with her decision so even if I enjoyed reading the book, I decide to give it 4 stars.
April 9, 2026
This book was such a treat! Usually, a Jessica Prince hero includes the swoony, growly, alpha male that I adore, but Tanner Fine….was JUST fine with me. He was the golden retriever type of hero that you can’t resist, add in the fantastic body and amazing hockey career and sign me UP!!! Holly Bradbury has gotten used to people letting her down, her earliest memories involve her sister Gypsy stepping up to raise her siblings because their parents abandoned them. Add in a few loser boyfriends and our girl was due for Tanner Fine!
It was a bittersweet journey knowing this was the final book in the second generation of Hope Valley, but as usual, it was a no brainer one click. Jessica Prince is a go to for me – and you won’t regret one clicking this book!!
It was a bittersweet journey knowing this was the final book in the second generation of Hope Valley, but as usual, it was a no brainer one click. Jessica Prince is a go to for me – and you won’t regret one clicking this book!!
March 11, 2026
𝘼𝙍𝘾 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙬
𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙠𝙚𝙣 𝙋𝙞𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙨
9 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Beautifully Broken Pieces is the perfect ending to the Second Hope series, where Holly finally gets her happily ever after with hockey hottie Tanner.
I’ve absolutely loved the Bradbury family throughout, and watching Tanner step up for Holly made me love him even more. When he chooses her and fully embraces her family, he fits right in with the Bradburys—proving he’s exactly the kind of man Holly deserves.
This story is filled with heart, healing, and the kind of swoon that reminds you sometimes the most broken pieces can create the most beautiful future.
𝘽𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙛𝙪𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙠𝙚𝙣 𝙋𝙞𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙨
9 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Beautifully Broken Pieces is the perfect ending to the Second Hope series, where Holly finally gets her happily ever after with hockey hottie Tanner.
I’ve absolutely loved the Bradbury family throughout, and watching Tanner step up for Holly made me love him even more. When he chooses her and fully embraces her family, he fits right in with the Bradburys—proving he’s exactly the kind of man Holly deserves.
This story is filled with heart, healing, and the kind of swoon that reminds you sometimes the most broken pieces can create the most beautiful future.
March 13, 2026
I pretty much devoured this 5 star story in a matter of a few short hours.
Tanner needs to recuperate so he ends up in Hope Valley. Upon entering the book store, it’s love at first sight when he sets his eyes on Holiday. It’s instant love at first sight for both of them.
I loved this amazing story. Tanner is a swoon worthy and protective kind of man. Beautifully written with a highly entertaining storyline. Bottomline this is a must read.
This story is part of a series that is already available. Grab them all and enjoy. Story told in a dual POV with an HEA. I strongly recommend this story.
Tanner needs to recuperate so he ends up in Hope Valley. Upon entering the book store, it’s love at first sight when he sets his eyes on Holiday. It’s instant love at first sight for both of them.
I loved this amazing story. Tanner is a swoon worthy and protective kind of man. Beautifully written with a highly entertaining storyline. Bottomline this is a must read.
This story is part of a series that is already available. Grab them all and enjoy. Story told in a dual POV with an HEA. I strongly recommend this story.
March 20, 2026
Loved this!!!
I loved this story of Tanner and Holliday! This story was amazing. Tanner walked into Holiday's bookstore and just the sight of her knocked him over. The attraction was strong. Holly was gun-shy when it came to men. She's been hurt a lot in the past. Tanner was just supposed to be in Hope Valley on vacation away from his injury from hockey. And then he meets Holly and all bets are off. These two are truly perfect for each other. I love this book and series! I highly recommend the whole series! I have loved this series so much. It has been one of my favorite book families.
I loved this story of Tanner and Holliday! This story was amazing. Tanner walked into Holiday's bookstore and just the sight of her knocked him over. The attraction was strong. Holly was gun-shy when it came to men. She's been hurt a lot in the past. Tanner was just supposed to be in Hope Valley on vacation away from his injury from hockey. And then he meets Holly and all bets are off. These two are truly perfect for each other. I love this book and series! I highly recommend the whole series! I have loved this series so much. It has been one of my favorite book families.
March 15, 2026
I love love love Holly and Tanner. We met Tanner before and now he is back and just the man to make Holly believe in dating again. He is such a sweetheart. So sweet and so determined to see Holly smile and be happy. Holly is pure sunshine and I hate what she is dealing with, or should I say who. They are just so good together. I always love seeing Gypsy and the rest of the gang. This town just makes me happy. Theee isn't much drama and I love how he goes about it when it happens. Sad to leave this town but cannot wait for what's to come.
March 16, 2026
Another great story in the Second Hope series. The Bradbury family has been through so much in their lifetime. It is wonderful to see them get their happily ever after. Holiday never thought she would find that type of love that would be all consuming until she crossed paths with Tanner Fine. Tanner was just looking for someone to love him for himself and not for who he was. Their relationship was so sweet and spicy. Tanner became not only Holly’s lover, but her best friend and protector. This was a great conclusion to the series.
March 19, 2026
I really enjoyed this story. My heart broke for Holly and how she felt like she had to hide how she was trying to save her siblings from their mom. I loved Tanner and how much he showed Holly his interest and eventually his love. Both characters were broken because of how they grew up and because of their parents but their lives became beautiful because of the devotion and care of their loved ones (for Holly, her siblings and friends and for Tanner, his friends and his mom). Thank you for the ARC!
March 11, 2026
Loved it
Tanner is a 37 year old hockey player who is out for the season due to injuries. He goes to Hope Valley to heal and regroup. He meets Holly and he is immediately smitten. He convinces her to go on a date with him and their romance takes off from there. Just when they realize how much they love each other, drama shows up from both of their pasts. They stand together and overcome all obstacles. I totally loved the book. I was happy for Holly to get her happy ending.
Tanner is a 37 year old hockey player who is out for the season due to injuries. He goes to Hope Valley to heal and regroup. He meets Holly and he is immediately smitten. He convinces her to go on a date with him and their romance takes off from there. Just when they realize how much they love each other, drama shows up from both of their pasts. They stand together and overcome all obstacles. I totally loved the book. I was happy for Holly to get her happy ending.
March 12, 2026
When a sports injury puts you out for the season so you take a little break from the job and life. But once you get to your destination, you start to feel your axis on life turn. Then throw in the most breathtaking woman you've ever seen into the mix...what's a man to do? Loved having the whole gang back together and adding some new friends into the mix.
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March 13, 2026Not sure about the title of this book as its pretty low angst, I guess its that they've both had bad experiences in the past.
Its pretty insta.
They meet one day, text, go on a date the next and she sleeps over and they are pretty much together after that.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
Ex in Hero's past, small comfrontation scene which is dealt with quickly.
HEA.
Its pretty insta.
They meet one day, text, go on a date the next and she sleeps over and they are pretty much together after that.
No intimate scenes other than the Hero and heroine.
Ex in Hero's past, small comfrontation scene which is dealt with quickly.
HEA.
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March 13, 2026
Ahhh
These two were the best way to end Hope Valley. I was waiting for not only Tanner but Holiday’s story. I knew it would take someone special to win over Gypsy’s sister after everything they went through, and Tanner was the perfect Golden Retriever guy for her. I just really enjoyed this book and think it was the perfect way to end this series.
These two were the best way to end Hope Valley. I was waiting for not only Tanner but Holiday’s story. I knew it would take someone special to win over Gypsy’s sister after everything they went through, and Tanner was the perfect Golden Retriever guy for her. I just really enjoyed this book and think it was the perfect way to end this series.
April 11, 2026
Sweet love story
This was a sweet love story that started among two beautiful people. Holly is from a family that had a difficult childhood but they all persevered. Tanner is NHL player that was injured and came to heal. Together they healed each other and formed an unbreakable love.
This was a sweet love story that started among two beautiful people. Holly is from a family that had a difficult childhood but they all persevered. Tanner is NHL player that was injured and came to heal. Together they healed each other and formed an unbreakable love.
March 12, 2026
I’ve loved this series but this book felt very rushed and surface. Felt like the author just wanted to get the story over with. I feel like it had so much more potential but overall still enjoyed the characters and visiting Hope Valley again.
March 13, 2026
no major drama and the MMC is an absolute golden retriever. if only all the men knew how to communicate like him. The FMC is very sweet and deals with a lot of family drama but she finds the courage to let him know of what is happening and he helps her move on .
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March 15, 2026
I’m so sad to see this series end, but what a perfect couple to end on. I love that Holly got her happy ending and getting to read all of Gypsy’s siblings heal was a full circle moment. The plot was great with plenty of spice and instant attraction. Such a good read!
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