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Anchor Cove
A lonely single mom
Simone Avery has been doing life on her own for the past sixteen years. The last thing she needs is to fall for her next-door neighbor who’s only in town for the summer. Love’s not in the cards for her. It wasn’t in the past, not now, and not in the future. She’s easily forgettable.
A man looking for his next steps
Derrick Benjamin just retired from the United States Air Force at God’s bidding and has no clue what’s next. The last thing he expected to find on his summer vacation is a woman he can’t forget and a town that makes him want more from life.
God’s plan in the works
Will Derrick and Simone find an ever after that lasts beyond the summer? Or will heartache anchor their futures?
Simone Avery has been doing life on her own for the past sixteen years. The last thing she needs is to fall for her next-door neighbor who’s only in town for the summer. Love’s not in the cards for her. It wasn’t in the past, not now, and not in the future. She’s easily forgettable.
A man looking for his next steps
Derrick Benjamin just retired from the United States Air Force at God’s bidding and has no clue what’s next. The last thing he expected to find on his summer vacation is a woman he can’t forget and a town that makes him want more from life.
God’s plan in the works
Will Derrick and Simone find an ever after that lasts beyond the summer? Or will heartache anchor their futures?
- GenresChristian Fiction
236 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2026
About the author
Toni Shiloh
61 books2,109 followersToni Shiloh is a wife, mom, and an award-winning Christian contemporary romance author. A native of Texas, she now lives in northern Virginia. Learn more at http://tonishiloh.com.
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June 19, 2026
A Masterpiece on Trusting God's Timing and Heart
I am a HUGE fan of Toni Shiloh, and Anchor Cove is the exact reason why! Like all of her other books, this story completely swept me away, and it is a very easy five stars.
The way Toni develops her characters is unmatched. She writes them with so much depth and warmth that you can't help but root for them. By the end of the book, they feel so real that you just want to sit down at a table and have a long conversation with them over coffee.
As a single mother who also has her guard up, this story hit incredibly close to home. It gave me so much hope to believe that God will send my husband to me when I least expect it. Both of the main characters had to do the hard work of growing and letting their guards down in order to be receptive to what God was orchestrating behind the scenes.
The book beautifully highlights the necessity of waiting on God and having the courage to take the next step, even when the final destination isn't clear at all. Waiting on God is never easy, but this story is a powerful reminder that His very best is produced during those quiet waiting periods.
If you want a book that will touch your soul, build your faith, and give you a beautiful romance to cheer for, pick up Anchor Cove. Toni Shiloh has done it again!
I am a HUGE fan of Toni Shiloh, and Anchor Cove is the exact reason why! Like all of her other books, this story completely swept me away, and it is a very easy five stars.
The way Toni develops her characters is unmatched. She writes them with so much depth and warmth that you can't help but root for them. By the end of the book, they feel so real that you just want to sit down at a table and have a long conversation with them over coffee.
As a single mother who also has her guard up, this story hit incredibly close to home. It gave me so much hope to believe that God will send my husband to me when I least expect it. Both of the main characters had to do the hard work of growing and letting their guards down in order to be receptive to what God was orchestrating behind the scenes.
The book beautifully highlights the necessity of waiting on God and having the courage to take the next step, even when the final destination isn't clear at all. Waiting on God is never easy, but this story is a powerful reminder that His very best is produced during those quiet waiting periods.
If you want a book that will touch your soul, build your faith, and give you a beautiful romance to cheer for, pick up Anchor Cove. Toni Shiloh has done it again!
June 7, 2026
The thing about reading any Toni Shiloh book is that it’s rooted in God’s Word and His promises to those who believe. This book delivered on that and affirmed God’s love for everyone and especially me.
The story is about Simone a single mother of a 15 yr old boy Taj. She owns several rental properties in Anchor Cove.
Derrick has retired from the Air Force after 20 years. He comes to Anchor Cove for the summer for vacation and to figure out the next stage of his life.
He interacts with Taj first realizing that Taj is looking for a male figure in his life. Then he starts to hang out with Simone and realizes that he’s developing feelings for her too.
The rest of the book is figuring out their relationship with God as the center. They get the HEA they deserve. And the book is a warm hug full of God’s grace and love.
The story is about Simone a single mother of a 15 yr old boy Taj. She owns several rental properties in Anchor Cove.
Derrick has retired from the Air Force after 20 years. He comes to Anchor Cove for the summer for vacation and to figure out the next stage of his life.
He interacts with Taj first realizing that Taj is looking for a male figure in his life. Then he starts to hang out with Simone and realizes that he’s developing feelings for her too.
The rest of the book is figuring out their relationship with God as the center. They get the HEA they deserve. And the book is a warm hug full of God’s grace and love.
August 3, 2026
Ahhhh my girl Toni never fails 🥹🩷 this was such a great book that showed how the waiting season can be, having to trust God and fully surrender to His timing and plan for your life. I love how real her characters always are and being able to see how they talk with God. This was just so so real and had a lot of great encouragement for anyone who may be in a waiting season, trying to figure out what’s next or where God wants you to be. It showed how we should go to Him and pray about our current situations and trust that He will always come through. Such a great book and I loved all the characters 🥰
“I thank God for knowing what I needed before I ever knew myself.”
“I thank God for knowing what I needed before I ever knew myself.”
May 16, 2026
Be Still and Know
Wow! What an expertly written book! I thoroughly enjoyed all this book had to offer! I’m not sure which character I liked the most! I laughed, I cried, I rejoiced, I saw myself! Taj, Simone, Derrick all blended well and I was rooting for forever with this family! I love the message of resting and listening and waiting on God! I love how God set this whole family in motion! I love how important the message of trusting God came through! The lessons Simone and Derrick learned about trusting God with the unknown, their future is one we all need! I’m so happy to read this book and I know it’s definitely one I will both recommend and read again!
Wow! What an expertly written book! I thoroughly enjoyed all this book had to offer! I’m not sure which character I liked the most! I laughed, I cried, I rejoiced, I saw myself! Taj, Simone, Derrick all blended well and I was rooting for forever with this family! I love the message of resting and listening and waiting on God! I love how God set this whole family in motion! I love how important the message of trusting God came through! The lessons Simone and Derrick learned about trusting God with the unknown, their future is one we all need! I’m so happy to read this book and I know it’s definitely one I will both recommend and read again!
October 15, 2026
This is the summer read that got away from me this year. I’m blaming it on my move. But I couldn’t wait a whole year before reading a new release from Toni Shiloh so I got to bask in the sunshiny summer weather in Anchor Cove on a cold and stormy autumn afternoon. Made for a lovely escape read.
Derrick is fresh out of a twenty year stint in the army and trying to figure out what’s next. I really appreciated this perspective and his honest struggle to find his footing as a civilian. Shiloh explores the difficult transition with compassion and even humour as well as a healthy dose of faith. Love the way Derrick seeks God in his plans. Also love that he spends a lot of time wrestling with God’s silence but he never gives up. And oh my, are there some inspirational gems to be found in this novel.
“He never stays silent. Sometimes His silence is a way to get our attention to make sure that when He speaks – because He will – that we’re ready to listen.” (p 58)
So Derrick moves into a a beach house right next door to Simone and her fifteen year old son and, well the sparks don’t immediately fly, but they do simmer as he gets to know his feisty neighbour. Loved the tenderness in their romance, the insecurities and wariness as well as the yearning. And the humour! Shiloh delivers a heartwarming inspirational romance that left me in a happy bibliophile swoon by the last page.
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Derrick is fresh out of a twenty year stint in the army and trying to figure out what’s next. I really appreciated this perspective and his honest struggle to find his footing as a civilian. Shiloh explores the difficult transition with compassion and even humour as well as a healthy dose of faith. Love the way Derrick seeks God in his plans. Also love that he spends a lot of time wrestling with God’s silence but he never gives up. And oh my, are there some inspirational gems to be found in this novel.
“He never stays silent. Sometimes His silence is a way to get our attention to make sure that when He speaks – because He will – that we’re ready to listen.” (p 58)
So Derrick moves into a a beach house right next door to Simone and her fifteen year old son and, well the sparks don’t immediately fly, but they do simmer as he gets to know his feisty neighbour. Loved the tenderness in their romance, the insecurities and wariness as well as the yearning. And the humour! Shiloh delivers a heartwarming inspirational romance that left me in a happy bibliophile swoon by the last page.
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August 27, 2026
Simone is a single mother of a fifteen year old son, Taj. Kicked out by her family when she became pregnant at the age of eighteen, Simone has built a good life in the city of Anchor Cove and is the owner of ten rentals. Her rental next door is rented for the summer to Derrick, newly retired from the Air Force and intending to spend the summer discerning God's will for his next career move. Taj and Derrick make a quick connection and form a friendship but Simone has heavy guards around her heart and is not about to let a stranger in. This is a lovely story of waiting on God's plan and following His will. I liked the characters and the way we got perspectives from Simone and Derrick's points of view. I liked the story very much.
May 17, 2026
I loved the story and the setting. It has strong Christian themes and just a good romance. I love how Simone and Derrick start as friends and develop a relationship. Technically he befriends her son who gets them together I love that a teen was the push they needed. My biggest takeaway is how they prayed together and how Toni Shiloh just makes prayer a simple conversation vs. thinking you need to be on your knees or at a church to pray. Like all of Toni Shiloh books check this one is great please check it out.
May 14, 2026
Delightful Christian themes
Strong Christian themes with a sweet romance. I love that the characters sought to follow God's will for them throughout the book.
Taj was such a fun character and added a neat dynamic to this story. I loved reading this story about such a strong mother around Mother's Day. Another winner by Toni Shiloh, can't wait to revisit this book. I would rate this PG/G for kissing and talk of pregnancy before marriage.
Strong Christian themes with a sweet romance. I love that the characters sought to follow God's will for them throughout the book.
Taj was such a fun character and added a neat dynamic to this story. I loved reading this story about such a strong mother around Mother's Day. Another winner by Toni Shiloh, can't wait to revisit this book. I would rate this PG/G for kissing and talk of pregnancy before marriage.
September 1, 2026
Love & Restoration
I absolutely love how Toni captures the authentic feels of a single mother and military service member becoming a civilian. As someone who embodies both this was GOODT. Haven't read a Toni book in a LONG time. This is my first one back and I deeply enjoyed every detail of the town, the names, the ministerial themes and just how everything came together. Loved Derrick, Taj, and Simones's story
I absolutely love how Toni captures the authentic feels of a single mother and military service member becoming a civilian. As someone who embodies both this was GOODT. Haven't read a Toni book in a LONG time. This is my first one back and I deeply enjoyed every detail of the town, the names, the ministerial themes and just how everything came together. Loved Derrick, Taj, and Simones's story
May 25, 2026
What a delightful read with faith, strong Christian themes, relatable characters, and friends-to-more. I enjoyed how Derrick befriended Simone's fifteen year old son Taj first and the banter between Simone and Taj. Anchor Cove has themes about forgiveness, learning to be still and know, and trusting God. What a fun read.
May 17, 2026
I love Toni Shiloh sm🥹.. I have read so many of her books & this one has officially become one of my favorites.. God is so intentional, this book touched my heart in so many ways. Mrs. Toni is truly a gift🩵
June 22, 2026
Toni did it again!
I loved this story! Toni once again introduced us to realistic, authentic, characters that I saw develop right before my eyes through Toni's descriptive writing! I LOVE the theme of Faith and relying on God's Word! Keep up the excellent work!!!!
I loved this story! Toni once again introduced us to realistic, authentic, characters that I saw develop right before my eyes through Toni's descriptive writing! I LOVE the theme of Faith and relying on God's Word! Keep up the excellent work!!!!
May 14, 2026
Perfect summer beach read!
July 29, 2026
I was interested in what happened to Taj (the son of the main female character). I'd love to see a spin off book on his adventures in university.
August 8, 2026
Simone
Very touching story line. Loved the life application bible lessons. Happy to have read another of your books. It's been a minute.
Very touching story line. Loved the life application bible lessons. Happy to have read another of your books. It's been a minute.
August 16, 2026
Psalm 46:10➖Be still and know that I am God….
STILL=Surrender Trust In the Lord’s Leadership.
A beautiful Christian novel reminding us to always put our trust in the Lord. 5+ stars ⭐️ Ms Shiloh.
STILL=Surrender Trust In the Lord’s Leadership.
A beautiful Christian novel reminding us to always put our trust in the Lord. 5+ stars ⭐️ Ms Shiloh.
August 22, 2026
amazing!
This is a beautiful and relatable story about trusting and obeying God even when it’s difficult, forgiveness, love, and taking risks. I enjoyed it!
This is a beautiful and relatable story about trusting and obeying God even when it’s difficult, forgiveness, love, and taking risks. I enjoyed it!
September 22, 2026
Breathtaking
It is so right! I can’t say anymore. It’s so relatable and fills ya up with hope. The level of connection with God is inspiring. I’m sad it’s over, but I have so much stored. Grateful read.
It is so right! I can’t say anymore. It’s so relatable and fills ya up with hope. The level of connection with God is inspiring. I’m sad it’s over, but I have so much stored. Grateful read.
June 11, 2026
Simone, an admirable single mom making things work for her and her son. He is such a good kid too. Along comes a vacationer who rents the property next door while he figures out his next moves. The son with his charm, immediately wins a new friend. Over time the neighbor meets the Mom, and attraction happens but not acted upon. Both adults are very cautious for differing reasons, but the caution makes the romance a slow burn.
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July 4, 2026Waiting and Trusting
This is such a great story about learning to trust God with everything, our pain, disappointments, loneliness, joy, and especially when our path is not clear. I enjoyed Derrick and Simone’s journey, but Taj. His personality was everything. Great read.
This is such a great story about learning to trust God with everything, our pain, disappointments, loneliness, joy, and especially when our path is not clear. I enjoyed Derrick and Simone’s journey, but Taj. His personality was everything. Great read.
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