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Mystic Cove #5
Wild Irish Roots: Margaret & Sean
“The longest road out is the shortest road home.” - Irish Proverb
Admitting mistakes isn’t easy. And for hardheaded Margret O’Brien, it’s virtually unheard of. When Margaret comes back to Ireland for her daughter’s wedding, she is forced to face her past. She just didn’t expect to be doing it thrown upside down over a devastatingly handsome and exceptionally angry Irishman’s shoulder.
Yet Sean Burke can still make her toes curl with lust.
Twenty-eight years, two countries, and years of hurt stand between Sean and Margaret’s chance at love.
Wild Irish Roots: Margaret & Sean is the dramatic conclusion to the Wild Irish Roots: Prequel.
*The prequel is included as a bonus in this book. The new story begins at Chapter 17.
The Mystic Cove Series:
Wild Irish Roots: Prequel Novella
Wild Irish Heart
Wild Irish Eyes
Wild Irish Soul
Wild Irish Rebel
Wild Irish Roots: Margaret & Sean
Wild Irish Witch
Admitting mistakes isn’t easy. And for hardheaded Margret O’Brien, it’s virtually unheard of. When Margaret comes back to Ireland for her daughter’s wedding, she is forced to face her past. She just didn’t expect to be doing it thrown upside down over a devastatingly handsome and exceptionally angry Irishman’s shoulder.
Yet Sean Burke can still make her toes curl with lust.
Twenty-eight years, two countries, and years of hurt stand between Sean and Margaret’s chance at love.
Wild Irish Roots: Margaret & Sean is the dramatic conclusion to the Wild Irish Roots: Prequel.
*The prequel is included as a bonus in this book. The new story begins at Chapter 17.
The Mystic Cove Series:
Wild Irish Roots: Prequel Novella
Wild Irish Heart
Wild Irish Eyes
Wild Irish Soul
Wild Irish Rebel
Wild Irish Roots: Margaret & Sean
Wild Irish Witch
318 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 11, 2018
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About the author
Tricia O'Malley
78 books2,466 followersAs an award winning NY Times, USA Today, and WSJ bestselling author, Tricia O’Malley’s infectious joy in writing romance with an added dash of the magical has touched hearts around the world. With over three million books read, O’Malley’s stories have been translated into several languages and enjoy a devoted following. Tricia O’Malley is a native of Wisconsin, and departed the wintry tundra for warmer locales five years ago. She now lives in the Caribbean with her handsome Scotsman.
An avid scuba diver, Tricia spends much of her time underwater dreaming up new stories while photographing the beautiful sea life. Tricia loves fun vacation reads, believes in mermaids, and has a serious travel addiction. She discovers her inspiration on the go – and you’ll find her books set in beautiful settings with characters who deserve a happily-ever-after.
To see some of her underwater or island life photos visit her on Facebook, Instagram, or join her mailing list at www.triciaomalley.com
An avid scuba diver, Tricia spends much of her time underwater dreaming up new stories while photographing the beautiful sea life. Tricia loves fun vacation reads, believes in mermaids, and has a serious travel addiction. She discovers her inspiration on the go – and you’ll find her books set in beautiful settings with characters who deserve a happily-ever-after.
To see some of her underwater or island life photos visit her on Facebook, Instagram, or join her mailing list at www.triciaomalley.com
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February 4, 2017
You just can't go wrong with a book laced in history, love, romance, supernatural elements, Irish mythology, and scenes of the Irish countryside.
The mystic cove series is a series of books about family and true love with supernatural abilities, about coming home and finding yourself, about strong women and the trials they overcome for love and happiness.
Margaret was not one of my favorite characters in this set but after reading her story I at least understand her better, even if I still don't really care for her earlier actions and attitude.
It was good to catch up with other characters and see Fiona, Keelin and Margaret all reconnect and become a strong family unit again.
The mystic cove series is a series of books about family and true love with supernatural abilities, about coming home and finding yourself, about strong women and the trials they overcome for love and happiness.
Margaret was not one of my favorite characters in this set but after reading her story I at least understand her better, even if I still don't really care for her earlier actions and attitude.
It was good to catch up with other characters and see Fiona, Keelin and Margaret all reconnect and become a strong family unit again.
March 29, 2021
This book goes back to pick up the story of Margaret & Sean and bring their story to a boiling point. It's a story of second chances, but are they often too late? An excellent addition to the series to help fill in some holes and bring us much more pleasure of a more fully fleshed out series.
March 11, 2019
Margaret & Sean’s story! This story brings everything full circle! I Love how you got to see where things started and how things progressed and where the future brings their Love. Wonderful series!
August 21, 2018
I’ve been curious about getting my hands on this one. I’ve wanted to learn more about Keelin’s mom and what happened there to make her so bitter.
The story follows Margaret and Sean. They came together when they were really young. She was 19 and he was in his early 20s (I can’t remember precisely). They had insta-love and insta-lust. They dated for a few weeks and then they did the deed. Things happened and they fell apart. It was really sad. Margaret ran away to Boston after she found out she was preggo. She started her own business and vowed never to return to Ireland and never see Sean again. Things happened Keelin, the daughter, found the love of her life in Maggie’s old town and to come face-to-face with Sean.
It was so sad to see what happened to these lovebirds. Both are to blame and both are victims. They are both stubborn and knuckle-heads. I was annoyed with Sean for not at least try to be in his daughter’s life even though Maggie said to stay away. He is still the dad and he should’ve at least try there. BUT people are young and dumb. They all grow up and are brought together again because of Keelin and her new family.
I did not like Maggie much at first. She was snotty and bratty. She was SO selfish. I’m glad a certain character really put her in her place. Well…I feel like everyone gave her a good verbal lashing. Sean deserved it too.
The story was good, but I had a hard time in the middle there because I was annoyed at both of them. Once things started to mend, I felt better and after a certain event, I was hooked again. Can’t say what, but it kept me going.
THAT ENDING! UGH! SO GOOD! The next book is about Fiona, so we are going back in time. I am excited about that…..BUT I WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXT! EEE! Don’t leave me hanging author!!!!!!
The narrator...like normal...was flawless. I loved her voices for characters and she does not stray. You can tell who is talking. LOVE IT.
In the end, I did like this. Not my favorite because I had a hard time liking Maggie and Sean. However, it was important to read this and learn what started the whole series. I am sad there is one book left. Hopefully, the author will write more. Who knows!? I can hope, can’t I? But yes, still pretty good even though there was a brief time I was not feeling it. I’ll give this 3 stars.
The story follows Margaret and Sean. They came together when they were really young. She was 19 and he was in his early 20s (I can’t remember precisely). They had insta-love and insta-lust. They dated for a few weeks and then they did the deed. Things happened and they fell apart. It was really sad. Margaret ran away to Boston after she found out she was preggo. She started her own business and vowed never to return to Ireland and never see Sean again. Things happened Keelin, the daughter, found the love of her life in Maggie’s old town and to come face-to-face with Sean.
It was so sad to see what happened to these lovebirds. Both are to blame and both are victims. They are both stubborn and knuckle-heads. I was annoyed with Sean for not at least try to be in his daughter’s life even though Maggie said to stay away. He is still the dad and he should’ve at least try there. BUT people are young and dumb. They all grow up and are brought together again because of Keelin and her new family.
I did not like Maggie much at first. She was snotty and bratty. She was SO selfish. I’m glad a certain character really put her in her place. Well…I feel like everyone gave her a good verbal lashing. Sean deserved it too.
The story was good, but I had a hard time in the middle there because I was annoyed at both of them. Once things started to mend, I felt better and after a certain event, I was hooked again. Can’t say what, but it kept me going.
THAT ENDING! UGH! SO GOOD! The next book is about Fiona, so we are going back in time. I am excited about that…..BUT I WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXT! EEE! Don’t leave me hanging author!!!!!!
The narrator...like normal...was flawless. I loved her voices for characters and she does not stray. You can tell who is talking. LOVE IT.
In the end, I did like this. Not my favorite because I had a hard time liking Maggie and Sean. However, it was important to read this and learn what started the whole series. I am sad there is one book left. Hopefully, the author will write more. Who knows!? I can hope, can’t I? But yes, still pretty good even though there was a brief time I was not feeling it. I’ll give this 3 stars.
February 19, 2016
This is the story of Margaret and Sean, Keelin’s parents. It contains the Wild Irish Roots Prequel as well. Again the story is beautifully written and it was interesting to see how Keelin and Margaret ended up in Boston. I must admit however that they are my least favorite couple. Their immaturity is frustrating and in this case I wanted to shake some sense into both Margaret and Sean. My heart just broke for Fiona as she was forced to accept the decisions Margaret made and let her fly free. (Prequel Review)
After reading the Prequel I picked up the rest of Margaret and Sean’s story. I found myself by the end understanding and liking Margaret more and was happy to see her and Sean reunite. He however I’m still not pleased with, he’s the most weak of the male hero’s in this series, although it’s obvious he has a kind heart and love’s his family his Irish temper and stubborness left me kind of feeling like he deserved to be miserable all those years, just to teach him a lesson.
After reading the Prequel I picked up the rest of Margaret and Sean’s story. I found myself by the end understanding and liking Margaret more and was happy to see her and Sean reunite. He however I’m still not pleased with, he’s the most weak of the male hero’s in this series, although it’s obvious he has a kind heart and love’s his family his Irish temper and stubborness left me kind of feeling like he deserved to be miserable all those years, just to teach him a lesson.
January 30, 2020
This book continues the story of the descendants of Grace, this time following Margaret from her teen years until her fourties. It's a sweet tale that uses the same format as the other books. As such, it was a little predictable. I still enjoyed it, particularly because I really connected with Margaret. One point in the story even brought me to tears. The only character I couldn't connect to was Fiona. I felt her reactions were a little too perfect and wise. I also felt that Margaret's relationship with her daughter was much different from what had been described from Keelan's viewpoint in the first book of the series. There was friction and a lack of connection between them, which was completely absent in this book. For these reasons, I can only give it three stars. However, I think I will continue with the series. The first three books were much better and I hope the last two will be as well.
July 28, 2023
At first I was a little put off by the idea of reading about Margaret, having read so little about her in previous books. I'm glad that I didn't put this one down thought as I quickly became entranced by the story of lost lovers finding their way back to each other.
It's hard for me to believe that each book can be better than the last, but as I become move involved in the Mystic Cove series, I realize that I'm slowly falling in love with these characters, the town, and the lore.
I regrettably have to stop reading this series for a few days to pick up on the Enchanted Highlands series as the second book has been released today. I am equally excited to continue that story before making my way back home to Mystic Cove.
I believe whole heartedly that we need more writers like Tricia O'Malley.
It's hard for me to believe that each book can be better than the last, but as I become move involved in the Mystic Cove series, I realize that I'm slowly falling in love with these characters, the town, and the lore.
I regrettably have to stop reading this series for a few days to pick up on the Enchanted Highlands series as the second book has been released today. I am equally excited to continue that story before making my way back home to Mystic Cove.
I believe whole heartedly that we need more writers like Tricia O'Malley.
April 26, 2018
I started to read this after I was already done reading the others and I guess I had already judge Margaret for leaving her Mother and not sharing her gift with her daughter. So I really had no interest in ready this. I tried and I just felt that the story really didn't need to be told. It was explained in the other books and that was good enough.
May 13, 2022
In Book One: Wild Irish Heart, the reader is introduced to Keelin O’Brien, who travels from Boston to a small village on the coast of Southern Ireland called Grace’s Cove. Keelin meets her grandmother Fiona and learns that she, too, is part of the family’s inherited magical tradition. The cove is filled with secrets, and Keelin is determined to understand the magick found in the enchanted waters of the cove. This book sets up most of the characters for the subsequent novels.
With each new book, we’re introduced to characters found in the previous book who also possess some interesting power given by the magick of the cove. As the story progresses, we learn more of Grace, the pirate queen who bewitched the cove long ago. It is through her lineage; the women are all connected.
By book six, Grace’s spirit is reborn into Keelin’s daughter, also named Grace. Like the women before her, Grace possesses magical powers. She also has to deal with a few past life issues that are interfering with her current life. By the time you read the seventh book, the interwoven lives of the seven women have found their way into your heart. Keelin, Cait, Aislinn, Morgan, Margaret, Fiona, and Grace all have a story to tell.
The significance of the number seven figures prominently. In many cultures, the number seven is beneficial and protective, and in these novels, everything revolves around the protective qualities of the cove.
The characters, the writing, and the location made me fall in love with them all. I also discovered that I enjoy character driven stories. These seven women come full circle in their life experiences. There’s more here than just romantic fluff!
With each new book, we’re introduced to characters found in the previous book who also possess some interesting power given by the magick of the cove. As the story progresses, we learn more of Grace, the pirate queen who bewitched the cove long ago. It is through her lineage; the women are all connected.
By book six, Grace’s spirit is reborn into Keelin’s daughter, also named Grace. Like the women before her, Grace possesses magical powers. She also has to deal with a few past life issues that are interfering with her current life. By the time you read the seventh book, the interwoven lives of the seven women have found their way into your heart. Keelin, Cait, Aislinn, Morgan, Margaret, Fiona, and Grace all have a story to tell.
The significance of the number seven figures prominently. In many cultures, the number seven is beneficial and protective, and in these novels, everything revolves around the protective qualities of the cove.
The characters, the writing, and the location made me fall in love with them all. I also discovered that I enjoy character driven stories. These seven women come full circle in their life experiences. There’s more here than just romantic fluff!
November 20, 2017
You Are My Destiny
Margaret O’Brien and Sean Burke fall in love in the Irish sea coast village of Grace’s Cove, where legends and rumors of magic abound. After making love for the first time, a mystical event scares Sean into fleeing the scene and avoiding Margaret. After finding out she is pregnant and with no word from Sean, Margaret is heartbroken and flees to Boston to begin a new life with her baby-to-be. She never wants to see Ireland again.
Twenty years later, Margaret’s daughter Keelin, has gone to Ireland to learn about her family roots. While there, she finds she has a special “gift,” half-siblings she never knew about and a father she never met. She also finds true love.
Reluctantly, Margaret goes to Ireland for her daughter’s wedding. When she sees Sean again, the sparks are reignited. But can they get past the feelings of hurt, anger and betrayal that have kept them apart for so long? This a tale of adult lovers, each with pasts that much be reconciled if they decide to have a future together. A mature romance, with just a touch of magic and a ghostly visit to top things off. A good read for a quiet day.
Margaret O’Brien and Sean Burke fall in love in the Irish sea coast village of Grace’s Cove, where legends and rumors of magic abound. After making love for the first time, a mystical event scares Sean into fleeing the scene and avoiding Margaret. After finding out she is pregnant and with no word from Sean, Margaret is heartbroken and flees to Boston to begin a new life with her baby-to-be. She never wants to see Ireland again.
Twenty years later, Margaret’s daughter Keelin, has gone to Ireland to learn about her family roots. While there, she finds she has a special “gift,” half-siblings she never knew about and a father she never met. She also finds true love.
Reluctantly, Margaret goes to Ireland for her daughter’s wedding. When she sees Sean again, the sparks are reignited. But can they get past the feelings of hurt, anger and betrayal that have kept them apart for so long? This a tale of adult lovers, each with pasts that much be reconciled if they decide to have a future together. A mature romance, with just a touch of magic and a ghostly visit to top things off. A good read for a quiet day.
January 17, 2018
Wild Irish Roots is both a prequel and book 5 in the Mystic Cove series by Tricia O’Malley. This delightful series takes place in Ireland where magic is possible. It is a great series about the descendants of Grace O’Malley, pirate and mystic being. It brings the tales of Ireland to life.
Margaret O’Brien was a talented realtor in New York City. She had built her business from scratch into one of the best in New York City. There was nothing but the best for Margaret and yet she was still unhappy. Her unhappiness grew when her daughter, Keelin, went to Ireland and fell in love. When Keelin wanted to marry, Margaret finally went home. She didn’t want to face her past nor deal with Keelin’s father. She made her peace with Keelin and with her mother, Fiona; but not with Keelin’s Father. However, sparks still flew when they were together. However, Margaret still had to face her powers. Could she do that and find happiness?
Margaret O’Brien was a talented realtor in New York City. She had built her business from scratch into one of the best in New York City. There was nothing but the best for Margaret and yet she was still unhappy. Her unhappiness grew when her daughter, Keelin, went to Ireland and fell in love. When Keelin wanted to marry, Margaret finally went home. She didn’t want to face her past nor deal with Keelin’s father. She made her peace with Keelin and with her mother, Fiona; but not with Keelin’s Father. However, sparks still flew when they were together. However, Margaret still had to face her powers. Could she do that and find happiness?
March 10, 2020
This is the 5th book in a 6 book series. Through the first 4 books you've learned a little about Margaret and Sean but this book tells their whole story. It starts with when they were young and fell in love. After a horrible misunderstanding and broken hearts on both sides, Margaret leaves pregnant without telling Sean. The book then fast forwards 28 years. Margaret's baby, Keelin, is all grown up and getting married and for the first time Margaret has to go back to Ireland and start facing her past. It's quite sad how Margaret's dislike of her power distorts her view of her mother and the world around her. But you understand from her side why she acts the way she does. I felt the saddest for Fiona as for 28 years she loses her daughter and the chance to know her granddaughter. The story was interesting how both Margaret and Sean had to put away their pride to find their happy ending together and in the end Margaret got her greatest wish to become normal.
July 19, 2024
⭐⭐.75
As I wrote in my review of the first book of the series, it's all about the law of diminishing returns. Each book of this series is less interesting and less original. I skipped #4 because I couldn't honestly be less invested or interested in Morgan, but I decided to read this one because I was curious and a bit invested in Margaret. Now that we are all happy she got her HEA, we are left with a very repetitive story, a love based on nothing whatsoever, both the 1st and the 2nd time, plot twists literally recycled from previous books, like the embezzling manager (even the dog's name is recycled!), a character's arch that makes absolutely no sense, and the distinct impression of having wasted a couple of hours of our lives. Nor horrible or anything, just fluff. Not really a case of curiosity killing the cat, but maybe I could have lived without knowing the end of this story.
As I wrote in my review of the first book of the series, it's all about the law of diminishing returns. Each book of this series is less interesting and less original. I skipped #4 because I couldn't honestly be less invested or interested in Morgan, but I decided to read this one because I was curious and a bit invested in Margaret. Now that we are all happy she got her HEA, we are left with a very repetitive story, a love based on nothing whatsoever, both the 1st and the 2nd time, plot twists literally recycled from previous books, like the embezzling manager (even the dog's name is recycled!), a character's arch that makes absolutely no sense, and the distinct impression of having wasted a couple of hours of our lives. Nor horrible or anything, just fluff. Not really a case of curiosity killing the cat, but maybe I could have lived without knowing the end of this story.
January 8, 2022
I hate swimming in "what ifs"
If Sean hadn't run and stayed away for too long. If he'd come back one day sooner or Margaret had waited one more day to leave. But then there are other children who would not have been born so the "what ifs" carry another kind of sting, as well. So then we're to conclude that fate has a purpose for all, which is another pet peeve. In the end I'm left with yet another sweet story, though I'd have rather they resolved things sooner. I'd want more time for them together and rediscovering one another as they saved his business. Instead there is them torturing themselves apart which is one of my least favorite kinds of plots. Gotta give points for the characters of this lovely and lively cast, though.
If Sean hadn't run and stayed away for too long. If he'd come back one day sooner or Margaret had waited one more day to leave. But then there are other children who would not have been born so the "what ifs" carry another kind of sting, as well. So then we're to conclude that fate has a purpose for all, which is another pet peeve. In the end I'm left with yet another sweet story, though I'd have rather they resolved things sooner. I'd want more time for them together and rediscovering one another as they saved his business. Instead there is them torturing themselves apart which is one of my least favorite kinds of plots. Gotta give points for the characters of this lovely and lively cast, though.
July 18, 2024
I loved that this novel was included in this series.
Sean and Margaret are wonderfully engaging with each other.
Seeing more of Keelin and Fiona within this novel also warmed my heart. Going back in time with Margaret to before Keelin was exactly what I was hoping for with this book.
Baron was a surprise as well because I feel like that name has been used several times within this series so far. But I loved him nonetheless. Ronan as well is always an exciting creature to read about.
Grace was such a surprise in this book. I am excited to see where all of this goes.
The ending had me in tears -- as all of these books have.
I can't wait to continue on with this series and see more about Fiona's decision.
Sean and Margaret are wonderfully engaging with each other.
Seeing more of Keelin and Fiona within this novel also warmed my heart. Going back in time with Margaret to before Keelin was exactly what I was hoping for with this book.
Baron was a surprise as well because I feel like that name has been used several times within this series so far. But I loved him nonetheless. Ronan as well is always an exciting creature to read about.
Grace was such a surprise in this book. I am excited to see where all of this goes.
The ending had me in tears -- as all of these books have.
I can't wait to continue on with this series and see more about Fiona's decision.
November 9, 2024
Love Tricia O’Malley
Love Tricia O’Malley’s books! This is the second series I’ve read. I started with The Enchanted Highland series to earn a Kindle reading mystery award for science-fiction or fantasy and absolutely loved it! That series is still being written so while waiting for the next book I’ve started the Mystic Cove series. I love how the characters blend from book to book and no one is forgotten about. And Tricia has a way of making the magic feel so real and making you feel like you are a part of every moment. The books are magical in and of themselves!
It’s always a little sad when a good book ends and I’m not sure how I will feel when I’ve finished a Tricia O’Malley series!!!
Love Tricia O’Malley’s books! This is the second series I’ve read. I started with The Enchanted Highland series to earn a Kindle reading mystery award for science-fiction or fantasy and absolutely loved it! That series is still being written so while waiting for the next book I’ve started the Mystic Cove series. I love how the characters blend from book to book and no one is forgotten about. And Tricia has a way of making the magic feel so real and making you feel like you are a part of every moment. The books are magical in and of themselves!
It’s always a little sad when a good book ends and I’m not sure how I will feel when I’ve finished a Tricia O’Malley series!!!
April 5, 2025
More insight on FMC but still hard to like
We're introduced to Margaret and Sean through their daughter Keelin's book. Like all the women of her bloodline, Margaret has a gift. One she both fears and despises. Seeing the beginning of their relationship makes Margaret more sympathetic but for too long in the book (and her life) she only sees her wants and needs not taking time to really consider others and quick to assume others are judging her. Finally, finally, she finds balance and let go of her hurt and anger. Watching her and Sean find their way back to each other was cute.
We're introduced to Margaret and Sean through their daughter Keelin's book. Like all the women of her bloodline, Margaret has a gift. One she both fears and despises. Seeing the beginning of their relationship makes Margaret more sympathetic but for too long in the book (and her life) she only sees her wants and needs not taking time to really consider others and quick to assume others are judging her. Finally, finally, she finds balance and let go of her hurt and anger. Watching her and Sean find their way back to each other was cute.
July 5, 2025
This is the writing I was hoping for when I started the series! I’m happy that Margaret and Sean’s story got the fleshed out feelings. This book felt more realistic with everyone’s feelings and how real people would deal with the unexpected magic. While Margaret’s early decision to “not be weird” (my words) was disappointing, it was refreshing to see that she wasn’t pushed into forced acceptance of using her powers. This book felt more real and didn’t give a cop-out answer in how to forgive and move on with their shared history. The mental debate was a big plot point.
Now I can’t wait to read Fiona’s story next!
Now I can’t wait to read Fiona’s story next!
August 2, 2025
Wild Irish Roots is the fifth book in the Mystic Cove series by Tricia O’Malley. Unlike the previous novels, which wove together the lives of several recurring characters, this story centers mainly on Sean and Margaret. As Sean puts it, “Grace’s Cove was the pivotal point” in both of their lives—and it’s here that Margaret finally embraces her heritage and the two discover their long-awaited true love.
Fiona also continues to play an important role in the series. One intriguing thread that’s hinted at but not fully explored is the mystery surrounding her own lost love. Perhaps that will be the focus of the next installment—something fans of the series will no doubt be eager to uncover.
Fiona also continues to play an important role in the series. One intriguing thread that’s hinted at but not fully explored is the mystery surrounding her own lost love. Perhaps that will be the focus of the next installment—something fans of the series will no doubt be eager to uncover.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 16, 2018
An entertaining, but predictable read. I was not as enamored of this book in the series as I was with the previous novels. This felt routine, almost like the author was just filling in the blanks. However, it’s still a good summer read, perfect for distraction from the hot, humid weather. It also filled in a lot of background on one of the main characters who appears in every book, Fiona. I am looking forward to reading the continuation of the series at some point this summer when the timing is right.
August 19, 2025
I'm definitely enjoying this series more and more as I go along. Enough that I have decided to keep the books (thus, having to go BACK to the used book store that I took # 1-3 to and re-buy #2 & 3...someone had already bought #1).
The characters can still be quite irritating with their lack of communication. Literally every story has some element of "refusal to communicate" which can be a little maddening. They are all so stubborn.
Fiona is literally the best. I want to be her and to also have her be my best friend #FionaGoals
The characters can still be quite irritating with their lack of communication. Literally every story has some element of "refusal to communicate" which can be a little maddening. They are all so stubborn.
Fiona is literally the best. I want to be her and to also have her be my best friend #FionaGoals
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 25, 2017
I read the whole thing in record time....
Because I couldn't put it down! It is now 0145 my time and i just binge read Margaret and Sean's story.... after having stayed up this late or later to finish the other 4 books. I am so glad to have discovered this author and these stories, which I promise I will be rereading soon.
If you love sweet romance with that little something extra, do try these out.
Because I couldn't put it down! It is now 0145 my time and i just binge read Margaret and Sean's story.... after having stayed up this late or later to finish the other 4 books. I am so glad to have discovered this author and these stories, which I promise I will be rereading soon.
If you love sweet romance with that little something extra, do try these out.
April 9, 2020
Awesome the way you feel the story, I can see and feel the emotions as I read. The story weaves many lives together with magic and emotion. I can’t wait to get to the next many books in this series. I would recommend this book and series to anyone with a heart.
I so live this series and am grateful that it continues with each part of the family and all the town folks even when they did not start there. They always return to the place of beginnings.
I so live this series and am grateful that it continues with each part of the family and all the town folks even when they did not start there. They always return to the place of beginnings.
August 10, 2021
This book is not written in the same style as the previous ones in the series. I am disappointed and was not able to finish it. The main reason being that the main characters were drab, sad, and very much unlike the characters in the previous books. I have read alot of good reviews. Doing a prequel after 5 books is a let down. Not worth reading, and not quite sure I'll want to read anymore of these.
February 6, 2022
Absolutely Magical
Tricia O’Malley does it again with another romantic, thrilling, and whimsical tale of the power of love. The setting is gorgeous, the characters feel like family, and the roots they have to each other make you want to come back to Graces Cove over and over again. Margaret and Sean’s story is as touching and magical as the others and the closure we needed for Keelins parents that clearly have only ever known love with each other…even years later.
Tricia O’Malley does it again with another romantic, thrilling, and whimsical tale of the power of love. The setting is gorgeous, the characters feel like family, and the roots they have to each other make you want to come back to Graces Cove over and over again. Margaret and Sean’s story is as touching and magical as the others and the closure we needed for Keelins parents that clearly have only ever known love with each other…even years later.
November 20, 2023
Good, emotional read… excellent ending!
It took me a while to get back into the flow as it’s been 2 years or more since I read Book Four. This is an excellent story to help you understand the back story and how Margaret goes on. Fiona is a firecracker within a loving mother. You can feel Margaret’s emotional ups and downs. The story of Margaret and Sean’s love is sweet and chaotic. I loved it from beginning to end.
It took me a while to get back into the flow as it’s been 2 years or more since I read Book Four. This is an excellent story to help you understand the back story and how Margaret goes on. Fiona is a firecracker within a loving mother. You can feel Margaret’s emotional ups and downs. The story of Margaret and Sean’s love is sweet and chaotic. I loved it from beginning to end.
December 22, 2024
I love this series. I am just eating it up. I feel like I might be going too fast. I think that at some point I will be waiting for the new book to come out. While I do like this series Margaret and Sean wasn’t my favorite one so far. I still liked it enough to give it a 4 stars. I didn’t really like Margaret all that much. By the end she redeemed herself, but not my favorite. I felt she over reacted to her gifts and should have accepted that it was a gift and not the burden she says it is.
January 7, 2025
I liked this one the least so far in this series. It seemed Margaret had already been sufficiently discussed in previous books. Sean was never really sorted, always a doubt as to his true acceptance of the situation. The fantastical was too contrived, even for fantasy, ghosts zipping around making decisions. Series is becoming tiresome. I will try the next one, Fiona, which may be similar as we already know her, she has been a major personage in each book.
July 20, 2025
Review
Two lovers torn apart by the gift and love rejected. The heartbroken girl with a baby in the way and no news from the father. What choice did she have but to leave her home for faraway America where she had family. To have a daughter with gifts from Grace Omally that she tried to suppress like her own but in the end her daughter returned to Ireland to her grandmother for help in understanding her gifts.
Enjoy
Two lovers torn apart by the gift and love rejected. The heartbroken girl with a baby in the way and no news from the father. What choice did she have but to leave her home for faraway America where she had family. To have a daughter with gifts from Grace Omally that she tried to suppress like her own but in the end her daughter returned to Ireland to her grandmother for help in understanding her gifts.
Enjoy
April 18, 2021
Great fun reading! Margaret is my twin I think haha
I really enjoyed this book. Margaret and Sean's love story is heart warming and relateable for many of its readers. Who hasn't loved and lost but wondered what if ? What if I had...... Its nice to have a happy ending for them. I couldn't stop reading till I finished the book at 2am. Loved it.
I really enjoyed this book. Margaret and Sean's love story is heart warming and relateable for many of its readers. Who hasn't loved and lost but wondered what if ? What if I had...... Its nice to have a happy ending for them. I couldn't stop reading till I finished the book at 2am. Loved it.
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