In Firefly Valley

Texas Crossroads #2

by Amanda Cabot

She's lost her dream job--but has she found the man of her dreams?

Devastated by a downsizing, Marisa St. George has no choice but to return to the small Texas town where she grew up. Though it means a giant step backward, she accepts a position as business manager at the struggling Rainbow's End resort. The only silver lining: Blake Kendall, a new guest who might make her believe in love at first sight. But will Marisa's dreams of happily-ever-after be turned upside down when she discovers Blake's real identity?

This warm and witty story of dreams deferred and mistaken identity will have you believing in second chances.


Praise for Amanda Cabot

"Amanda is a master at creating authentic characters with foibles and dreams."--Jane Kirkpatrick, New York Times bestselling author of A Light in the Wilderness

"Uplifting and inspiring, the story speaks to the way nostalgia wisely finds a place in the modern world."--Publishers Weekly starred review of At Bluebonnet Lake


Amanda Cabot is the bestselling author of the Texas Dreams series, the Westward Winds series, Christmas Roses, and At Bluebonnet Lake. Her books have been finalists for the ACFW Carol Awards and the Booksellers' Best. She lives in Wyoming. Learn more at www.amandacabot.com.

Genres: Christian Fiction, Romance, Contemporary, Christian, Christian Romance, Fiction, Contemporary Romance

370 pages, Kindle Edition

First published May 11, 2015

About the author

With both parents avid readers, it's no surprise that Amanda Cabot learned to read at an early age. From there it was only a small step to deciding to become a writer. Of course, deciding and becoming are two different things, as she soon discovered. Fortunately for the world, her first attempts at fiction were not published, but she did meet her goal of selling a novel by her thirtieth birthday. Since then she’s sold more than forty-five novels. When she’s not writing, Amanda enjoys sewing, cooking and – of course – reading.

Reviews

[Staci · Rating 3 out of 5]

In this second book of the Texas Crossroads Series, the focus is on Marisa and Blake. How they each came to be at Rainbow's End Resort in the Texas Hill Country is completely plausible. Their romance however was instalove and then hot and cold. I wasn't enamored by their romance. The secondary romance for Marisa's best friend Lauren was more interesting and believable.

[Alexandra · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was so bored.

[Kav · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in the Texas Crossroads series, but no worries if you haven't read At Blue Bonnet Lake because this reads well as a standalone. Mind you, if you have read the first book you'll be pleased to catch up with Greg and Kate and even get to attend their wedding!

A problematic love story that kept me on pins and needles, lamenting over the sheer stubbornness of a certain heroine. Because, really, the whole rocky road to romance part is squarely in the Marisa camp. Honestly, I just wanted to shake some sense into her.

At one point she is so unfair to Blake -- outrageously so -- I just wanted to spit nails. But here's the thing -- Cabot writes realistic fiction with all the grit and foibles that come with real life. Marisa comes with some baggage and as I began to understand the depth of the hurt that scarred her, I could start to really empathize with her. Yes, she over-reacted. Yes, in the grand scheme of things, I really felt she was wrong but I understood the knee-jerk reaction that pushed Blake away. It annoyed me no end that she hung onto her anger; that she was so unreasonable -- even self-righteous. Talk about stirring up a reader's nest of emotions! I really wanted to sock somebody -- preferable this heroine. LOL

A brutally honest love story that was painful to read in places but ultimately filled with hope and forgiveness.

Sidenote: There's also a bonus sweet secondary love story that helps balance the Marisa and Blake angst. Balm to my romance loving soul.

[Shannah Mauney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amanda Cabot writes a compelling story of "what-ifs" in her latest novel, In Firefly Valley. From the first page, I was enraptured. I took my time reading it because I didn't want it to end. The story was well through out and the pace was nice and even. Returning to Dupree, Texas and Rainbow's End was enjoyable and I loved catching up with Greg and Kate and getting a glimpse at how their lives were progressing from the end of the first book, At Bluebonnet Lake. Read my full review: http://faithlovebooks.blogspot.com/20...

[Gretchen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was...nerve-racking to read. There were so many ups and down and I kept frustrated with the main female character Marisa, because I felt like she was so blind sometimes! The aggravation was honestly the best part of the book. I was hooked in the first chapter. The humor was hilarious and I found myself laughing right along with the character.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved this book! Oh, Marisa was super annoying and judgmental for 95% of the book but it was nice to read realistic characters with real issues and it ended wonderfully!! I couldn’t put it down.

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

When Marisa St. George left the small Texas town she grew up in, she never dreamed that she'd return. Yet she is forced to when the company she works for cuts her job and she is left with no option but to return and to accept the position as business manager at the Rainbow's End resort. The only thing she sees as good in coming out of this move is a new guest, Blake Kendall. He helps Marissa believe in love at first sight. Blake is stuck. He's got a serious case of writer's block and nothing will help break through it. When he shows up at Rainbow's End, he's hoping the quiet lakeside resort will help him overcome the writer's block. But when he meets Marissa, all thoughts of his newest story vanish as he spends time with the lovely young lady. He wants to help her. She's struggling with the way her drunken father abandoned them years ago. But when Marissa finds out who Blake really is, will she let fears get in the way of happiness and love?

I enjoy stories that are pure fluff. You know stories where I don't have to think while I read. Just ones that I can sit down with and enjoy. For me, I found that in this book. Yes it's book 2, but it stands alone and while characters from the first book are mentioned, it is not necessary to read it prior to reading this one.

Blake and Marissa. Both are strong characters. Both have issues that they are dealing with. Marissa's go back to her father and Blake's to his grandfather. And they each have to learn how to trust in God and to not only let go, but to forgive.

Like the first book, there was a secondary romance in this one too. This was between Lauren, Marissa's best friend, and Drew, Greg's old partner. I enjoyed their story as much as the one between Blake & Marissa.

If you're looking for something deep and thought provoking, then this is not the book for you. However, if you want an enjoyable summer read, this is a book for you. The journeys the characters go on made it a fun read for me. I am looking forward to the next book in the series.

I received this book for free from Revell Books for the purpose of reviewing. My thoughts and opinions are my own.

Recommended to fans of contemporary romance, Becky Wade, Katie Ganshert, Susan May Warren, Denise Hunter

Rating - 4 stars

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

Title: IN FIREFLY VALLEY
Author: Amanda Cabot
Publisher: Revell
May 2015
ISBN 978-0800734350
Genre: Contemporary romance
Series: Texas Crossroads book 2

She's lost her dream job--but has she found the man of her dreams?

Devastated by a downsizing, Marisa St. George has no choice but to return to the small Texas town where she grew up. Though it means a giant step backward, she accepts a position as business manager at the struggling Rainbow's End resort. The only silver lining: Blake Kendall, a new guest who might make her believe in love at first sight. But will Marisa's dreams of happily-ever-after be turned upside down when she discovers Blake's real identity?

This warm and witty story of dreams deferred and mistaken identity will have you believing in second chances.

IN FIREFLY VALLEY is book 2 in Ms. Cabot’s Texas Crossroads Series, and though these books do stand alone, readers will want to read the previous books. The first book is At Bluebonnet Lake.

There are three different stories going on in this book: Marissa and Blake, Marissa’s parents, and Laurel and Drew. Still, readers won’t having any problem keeping people straight.

I read IN FIREFLY VALLEY through to the end, though parets of it were skim worthy. I love contemporary romance, so am glad that it is popular at the time. The faith message in this book is weak, not preachy at all, so non-Christians who read it shouldn’t be offended unless the mention of phrases like “You should pray” offends them. The characters actually do pray once. They don’t attend church. However, there is growth, both with Marissa’s anger issues and Blake’s secretive ways.

This wasn’t my favorite book by Ms. Cabot, but all in all, IN FIREFLY VALLEY was a good read, one I enjoyed and I would recommend it to fans of contemporary romance.

4 stars. Available in ebook, hardcover, and paperback. 368 pages.

I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

[Carrie Schmidt · Rating 4 out of 5]

I got to catch up with several of my favorite characters from book 1, but I also got to meet several new characters that captured my heart just as completely. Blake and Marisa, for starters. How could I not love a heroine whose favorite childhood book was Anne of Green Gables? And how could I not love a hero who decides to read it for insight, hoping to gain some kind of clue into Marisa's reactions? Granted, there were moments when I wanted to knock their heads together and hope they found some sense - and each other's lips - in the process. Especially Marisa. Oh, sweet mercy! I thought she and I were going to have words a time or two.

Truthfully though, the more I read about Marisa the more insight I gained into her background and the less I wanted to purse whomp her. While flawed (and aren't we all), her caring heart and sharp intelligence combine with those flaws to make her a very intriguing character. The same goes for Blake. Although at least he seemed to react less than Marisa and approach things with more wisdom. But. Marisa has been wounded over and over again, and I thought Amanda Cabot did a marvelous job of capturing the realism there.

Bottom Line: There was one scene involving just Blake at a grocery store that I thought felt a little too perfectly contrived, but overall this story superbly engages and entertains! The messages of forgiveness, mercy, and redemption promise a soothing respite in our "real world" filled with anger and blame. And while I normally prefer one love story at a time, the secondary romance gracing In Firefly Valley just purely made my heart smile :)

(I received a digital copy of this book in exchange for only my honest review.)

[Maureen Timerman · Rating 5 out of 5]

We are back at Bluebonnet Lake and the Firefly Valley for another visit through the eyes and mind of Author Amanda Cabot. Like the previous book this one holds your attention to the end, in fact there is a lot of action up the final page.
We actually have two romance stories in this book, one of a young mother of a seven year old. She has lost her husband and high school sweetheart, and her daughter wants siblings and a new daddy. Might be to soon, but a child doesn’t have that concept.
The other is Marisa St. George, she is reluctantly moving back to her hometown, having just lost her dream job. Arriving at the same time is Blake Kendall, looking for anything that will help him relieve his writer’s block. He is a well know successful author, writing under a pseudonym, but it seems his secret is in jeopardy.
There are some tough subjects dealt with here, like alcoholism and bullying and one of the hardest things forgiveness. Not only do you have to forgive others their mistakes when they have asked for forgiveness, but you have to be able to forgive yourself.
We get a picturesque view of this beautiful valley and hills, and enjoy it from different venues, boat, bikes, and car. The story line is amazing, and you will be waiting for something to go wrong, ah you are about to find out! I really hated for this enjoyable book to end!

I received this book through Revell Reads Blogger Tour, and was not required to give a positive review

[Katrina Epperson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this second installment.

This is a story about trust, forgiveness and love.

Sometimes we are hurt so badly by others that we never give anyone a chance to show us another way. Marisa grew up in a small town and everyone knew about her dad's drinking problems and the fact that one day he just up and left his family. Marisa spent years trying to find him, but not for herself. She felt if she found him then her mom could find some closure to their relationship.

Marisa is a character that I wanted to applaud one minute and tell her off the next. She let her past dictate her future too much. Blake Kendall is a wonderful character who has been shaped by his past. He is an author who is experiencing writer's block. He is hoping his time spent at Rainbow's End resort will help with his creative flow. Meeting Marisa gives him a chance to experience the sweetness of small town life.

The book cover is absolutely beautiful and shows the sweetness of the story inside.

Ms. Cabot brings this story to life through her well developed characters and vivid imagery . This is a sweet story with a small amount of conflict. It shows real life problems and issues. The author weaves the story of faith throughout the story. This is a wonderful story that I would recommend to anyone who loves a good Christian story.

I received this book from Revell for a honest review.

[Tima · Rating 3 out of 5]

Marisa returns to her small Texas hometown with her tail between her legs. She'd planned to be wealthy and working for a large company by this time. Instead she's driving a car with a suspicious rattle and not a penny to her name. The new owners of Rainbow's End have hired her and she's grateful for the job. But her home has too many painful memories.

First, I love the cover. It highlights the romantic path this book takes so well. The story is sweet with a tiny bit of conflict. The author weaves a message of faith throughout the book. This time there were actually several romantic stories being told at once. I would recommend this book for people who like light romance, books with a Christian message, or stories with a Texas feel.

I received this book free of charge from Revell Reads in exchange for my honest review.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are so many things I want to say about this book, but I'm not a writer and I could never find the right words to tell you just how amazing and wonderful this book is. I loved every single word of this story. It is the perfect follow up to the first book in this series, and I am counting down the days until the next book comes out.

These characters are perfect for this story and for this setting, and each of their struggles is so "real life" that I feel like I could hop in my car and drive to Dupree and meet up with them.

This is a must-read.

*I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review*

[Angela Morgan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sadly disappointed

I thought the first book in the series was fantastic and couldn't wait to get my hands on the second one. I have never disliked a main character in a book until Marisa. I found myself skimming over her whiney self absorbed thoughts. I'm only 65% through the book and just can't read this anymore.

[Jane Choate · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are looking for a book that shines with love, faith, and hope, pick up Amanda Cabot's IN FIREFLY VALLEY. Marisa and Blake's unfolding romance with embrace you with warmth and feel-good feelings. Cabot never disappoints.

[Andi Tubbs · Rating 3 out of 5]

I didn't read the first book in the series, that had no bearing on me following the story line.
I found the characters well developed and interesting. For me the book was slow, and I had a hard time being glued to the page. Overall it was a sweet read, that would be a great beach read.

[Alyssa · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars. Full review to come.

[Jack Vasen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in the Texas Crossroads series. It tells a complete story. Even though it has characters from the first book, I don't think I missed a lot by reading this first. As the author's note at the end tells us, some of these characters will show up in the next book which springs from one event in this book.

This is a Christian book. There is some mild preaching which grows naturally out of circumstances in the book. The main characters have faith in God.

The book deals with bitterness arising from betrayal, and then forgiveness. Marisa's father was/is an alcoholic. The story deals with how bitterness negatively affects a person's life in many ways and in effect freezes that person's life and development. It deals with the difficulties of forgiveness when trust is an issue.

While both Marisa and Blake have flaws, many of which spring from past hurts, they are both exceptional people. Most of the main characters, especially Greg and Karen from the first book, are a little too good to be true. There is more than one romance in this book and significant space is devoted to another besides Marisa and Blake's. There is also a cute 7 year old girl.

The story is interesting. I wanted it to be shorter, but that was because I was anxious to see Marisa's conflict resolved. Elements of various characters' backstories are revealed bit by bit, as is common in a lot of books of this style. There are several significant and unpredictable events, although I expected at least part of the ending.

The author raises an interesting point which has long been one that concerns me. Blake is a writer and his famous character is both a hero and a negative role model. He drinks and smokes and sleeps around. Marisa is appalled by Blake's lack of concern for the negative influences of his main character. It is true that Marisa's reaction is on the extreme side, but some of that is understandable given her background. Understandable, but still a little extreme.

Yet the concern is still valid. While blame for wrong actions and crimes rests on the person committing them, it is naive to think that in a media filled society, that media has no impact on the emotions that lead to those wrong actions. Many will deny this, but I'm sorry, it is unequivocally obvious that words and stories and media have some impact on actions, or as I said on the emotions that lead to those actions. It that were not true, then many writers would not write and Hollywood would not be filled with so many activists. Something that has been a pet peeve of mine for several years is - why do so many books and movies and TV have to have so much cruel sadism described so explicitly?

Mature themes: despite my comments, there is little in this book under the mature theme category other than the extensive dealing with alcoholism. I believe the subject is treated pretty well and in a way that is appropriate for most audiences above pre-teen. This book would be even better if both parent and child read it and discuss it.

[Dale Brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

Marisa took a job in her hometown as business manager of Rainbows End resort. She falls in love with a guest who is actually a well-known author who goes to Rainbows End resort to get over a bad case of writer's block. It's a Christian Romance - with some talk about God- for example, the resort is a Christian resort and at one point the sign is described which is made similar to Noah's arc. As the various protagonists fall in love and advise each other, they talk about prayer and faith. Yet it isn't so heavy that a person who does not believe would not enjoy it. There are a lot of cliche's - the mother who cooks too much, the man who hurt the high school girl and reforms and is still in love with her as an adult. And there is a lot in the book that is simply just too good to be true. The author changes his series and the agent immediately agrees. On the other hand, some of it is unique- Marisa's father is an alcoholic who deserted his family. Then he comes back and Marissa forgives him and they reunite. Marissa realizes she has anger problems. With the help of therapy which is mentioned but not really part of the book and religion, she recovers and realizes she needs to forgive. She also has a close friend who has a romance and gets married. I liked the book and it was a perfect read for a boring airport wait. But I don't particularly recommend it. I borrowed it from Fox Run Library and read some of it there during a stay with my Aunt. I kept reading it at the airport and the next day at home.

[Lonnie · Rating 3 out of 5]

We got 2 stories in one with this book...Marisa & Blake and Laruen & Drew. For most of the book, I didn't like Marisa. She was quick to judge others (for example, she didn't like Drew because of what she heard about him and she hadn't even met the guy!) and slow to listen (she spent all those years looking for her father and then refused to talk to him when he finally returns? Please!) I understand she has issues because of what happened in her life, and that those issues drive the story, but instead of sympathizing with her, I just felt annoyed with her. And the scene in the store with the two teens could have been written better...The whole thing felt staged.
Now, her friend, Lauren, on the other hand....she was a voice of reason and it was a delight to read her part of the story. I loved the interactions between her and Drew, as well as Drew's interactions with her daughter.
Having said all that, I really liked how everything was resolved at the end. Marisa realized that she couldn't change the men in her life, that only they could do that, with God's help. And she was finally able to forgive. (By the way, I love that Hal, of all people, was the catalyst for her change of heart!)

[Julia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this installment of the tiny Texas town of Dupree and its residents. Marisa St. George was deeply wounded by her past and is forced to return to her hometown when her present takes a turn for the worse. Blake Kendall is an author who has encountered writers block for the first time in his career, and he comes to his friend's resort in the Texas hill country to try to recapture his muse.

This story of their personal growth and the way they get over past hurts and find healing in God is well done - not at all preachy - and quite believable. Nobody is perfect here... they make progress and then backslide, just like all the real people I know. And sometimes, it takes a major event for them to wake up and make the changes that their lives are crying out for.

I'm excited to see what happens next in Dupree.

[Gail Barger · Rating 3 out of 5]

The second book in this Texas Crossroads series. This one features Marissa who has lost her job in Atlanta due to downsizing and has now come back to her Texas hometown and the Rainbow's End Resort as the business manager. She meets Blake who is a guest there and friend of the owner but she has issues from her past with her father that is holding her back from romance. Marissa's back & forth, hot & cold over Blake felt a little too drawn out at times; her best friend has a secondary romance going on that was maybe a tad more interesting! Even though this is the 2nd in a series, it really focuses on other characters at the resort and could probably easily be read as a stand alone book. One more in this series!

[Beverly · Rating 5 out of 5]

In Firefly Valley is the second book of the Texas Crossroads series by Amanda Cabot. Between the first two books we get acquainted with a trio of men and two close friends. The men were college buddies who kept in touch with each other for years after their graduation. In book one we met Greg Vange and Kate. In this second book, we meet Drew Carroll and Blake Kendall, Greg's friends who came to Texas from California to attend Greg and Kate's wedding. Lauren and Marisa were childhood friends who had grown up in Dupree, Texas. Marisa moved to Atlanta and became an accountant at a large city firm. She has returned now after being scammed by a man posing as a private detective, who had been her boyfriend until he disappeared with her money. Her mother, Carmen St. George, got her a job working as an office manager at Rainbow's End in Dupree. Drew met Lauren at the wedding. Blake met Marisa at the resort where he was staying. Dupree would be forever changed by these seemingly casual encounters.

The main plot involves Blake and Marisa. The moment they met, they felt an attraction. But Blake had a secret that eventually strained their budding relationship, while Marisa was dealing with past issues of trust and anger. Reacting to each other's past nearly destroyed their relationship before it had a chance to get off the ground. Intersected with this storyline are two subplots: Lauren was being courted by Drew whom Marisa believed to be all wrong for her best friend and 7-year-old daughter; and Marisa's father has suddenly returned to his family after he had deserted them eight years ago. While Eric began the process of proving his recovery from alcoholism to his wife and daughter, Marisa is resistant to reconciling with him. She doesn't believe he has changed. This becomes a stumbling block in her relationship with Blake as well as her family. There are also several threads running throughout the book which makes the reader wonder if a satisfactory resolution is possible. It all works together to keep the reader's interest until the conclusion of the story.

After reading both the first and second books of this series, I realized this author has a talent for creating living, breathing, well-rounded, easily relate-able characters. It didn't take long before I felt connected to the main players. Lauren is a widow whose young husband died of leukemia a year before. Fiona, Lauren's daughter, wants a new daddy. Drew, who'd made it big as Greg Vange's business partner, suddenly finds himself at loose ends. Greg sold his business and Drew is without work. He takes a good look at himself and doesn't like what he sees. When he seeks out God, together they get his life turned around. Then he meets Lauren, falls in love and realizes he has a way to put his new resolves into action. Blake is an author. His books have hit the best seller list repeatedly. At the opening of the book, he has a contract for another book. But for the first time ever, he has writer's block. Seeking a change of location in an attempt to stimulate his creative juices brings him to Rainbow's End. But meeting Marisa, becoming aware of her "daddy" issues, creates a crisis for him in more ways than one.

I could go on, but I hope you see my point. Amanda Cabot's characters make mistakes, refuse to admit when they are wrong, need help from their friends, realize flaws in their beliefs and thinking, seek out God's aid, make attempts at changes, are not perfect, and so on. These are all some of the dynamics that good character-based books use to draw us back to read the story a number of times. This author is a master at writing characters with flaws and heart. This particular "flavor" of weaknesses and strengths, conflict and resolution, is what I like to read. I believe many other readers enjoy this combination of traits too.

Second, besides great characterization, the author introduces a subtle underlying theme that may make the readers pause and ponder. Can people change who they are, fundamentally? The answer is complex--not an easy yes or no. How a person believes about that question depends on their worldview of humanity. Some use the old idiom that "leopards do not change their spots." Others believe change and even transformation is possible. This demonstrates an excellent use of a theme that drives a storyline forward toward some type of conclusion. In this case, it helps bring about a satisfactory ending. It worked so well I read the book twice before writing this review.

Finally, this is a faith filled story, something I thoroughly enjoy reading. There is no preaching here, just people who naturally include God in their daily lives. They pray and talk about Him as if He is a friend that walks with them daily. None of it is hard hitting or forced. God is just there. When people want to include Him, they do. When they don't want to include Him, they don't. The author demonstrates faith that's as natural as breathing. This is a factor that's important to me, so that's what I read. For all these reasons above, I highly recommend this book and the series. A third book is to be released soon. I am looking forward to reading and reviewing it as much as I plan to enjoy other books from this author.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary review copy of this book from Revell Reads (a division of Baker Publishing). I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

[Anima · Rating 5 out of 5]

A heartwarming Christian romance that made my day. The town of Dupree, Texas is small and quaint but instantly changes the people living there. First Greg and Kate purchase the resort and bring new energy to town. Then Marisa returns to face old fears and find herself. Blake, a writer with writer's block and a secret author name, finds a new muse and new love. While Blake and Marisa are our primary couple we easily fall in love with Lauren, and her daughter Fiona, when she finds love again. The story was sweet with predictable romance but the path to the end was exciting and invigorating. My copy was given through Netgalley.

[The Flipped Page (Susan K) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Romance, clean; Christian Faith elements; series, but stand alone read
Marissa and Blake's romance was a clever addition to this series. Genuine, honest hearts, and both of them hurting a bit. Their pasts and presents come together as secrets come out, broken hearts are healed, and they both learn to love each other for who they are and see things in their lives that need to be changed. As they both forgive some things in their relationships with themselves, and with others, they are able to open their hearts and have a lovely HEA. Heartfelt characters, healing, and a fun setting, made for a cute read with a lovely romance.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable and clean Christian romance. At times it was a bit sappy but that’s the kind of thing that goes hand in hand with this genera. I liked Blake quite a bit more than Marissa. I understand her feelings of hesitancy in showing trust again given what has happened to her in the past but although I understand those feelings I don’t necessarily enjoy those types of characters. I really like the resolution that Blake came up with regarding his writing it was very interesting and a fun twist. I also like the side story of Lauren and Fiona. I really like this author and I’m looking forward to what I’m pretty sure is going to be the final book in the series.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the continuation of the magic of The Rainbow's End Resort. We find two different characters from two very different walks of life. This book is a nice read for escape. There is not that much suspense to get you upset, but the action does move along smoothly. This book can be a stand alone, but you'll enjoy it more if you have read "At Bluebonnet Lake" to know the characters better.

[Clara K Page · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good Book

Another good one. Loved the characters and their story. Some twists, which left me wondering how it would move from there. Loved the way the importance of forgiveness was stressed and the way hanging onto unforgiveness can affect your life as well as relationships with others. Spiritual life and its importance was also there without being pushy.

[Sherri · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book 2 in Amanda Cabot's Texas Crossroads trilogy. It's insta-love and hate in the Texas Hill Country of Dupree, TX.

Marisa and Blake are featured in this second novel. Many backstory factors into their hot/cold ongoings. However, this doesn't detract from all the B characters that make up the town and the Rainbow's End resort.

[Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

A sweet story of love, forgiveness, and faith. I like the characters and Cabot writes believable ones who struggle and learn their way. Finding clean romance is a challenge, and she writes it well. On to the next!