Secrets and Soulmates: Molly & Austin

January Cove #6

by Rachel Hanna

She's engaged to a man she's never met... and may not even exist.

Molly James has lived her life as a fish out of water. Feeling like the oddball of her family, her trusting nature leads her into an online relationship and eventual engagement to someone she hasn't met. When she decides to take the leap of faith and go find the love of her life, things don't turn out quite like she thought they would.

Austin York has had a rough life, no doubt about it. Abandoned as a young teen by his drug addicted mother, he was bounced from foster home to foster home. Now, at 26 years old, he's determined to make a life for himself and prove that he's capable and worthy of good things. But when a petite auburn haired spitfire crosses his path and lands him in the middle of a fake engagement, his world is turned upside down in more ways than one.

If you love the January Cove series, you'll also get to experience Tessa and Aaron's wedding in this book as well as a few cameo appearances from other Parker family members!

Genres: Romance, Contemporary, Fiction

133 pages, ebook

First published October 4, 2015

About the author

Hey there! Before I tell you all about myself, can I invite you to join my private Rachel's Readers Facebook group? That's where my readers hang out, discuss my books, participate in giveaways and learn about new releases.

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So who am I? My name is Rachel Hanna, and I am a wife, mother of three incredible kids (maybe I am a BIT biased?), two lovable doggies and one cat that lives outside and thinks he owns the world. Okay, I also have a gecko now too. Don't judge me.

I started writing as a young child, and I went into the field of Journalism for many years as an adult. Now, as a romantic fiction writer, I get to live out my own daydreams every single day and share them with readers around the world!

I'm a Southern chick living near Atlanta, so I say "yes, ma'm" and "ya'll", but I wouldn't have it any other way. :)

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed Secrets and Soulmates! I was completely invested in the story, eager to see how the plot would unfold, especially in regard to Blake. The suspense surrounding his character kept me hooked, and I couldn’t put the book down. I also appreciated that this story broke away from Rachel Hanna’s more formulaic and predictable storylines, making it feel fresh and unique. That said, I was slightly confused about how it fit with the rest of the series—it felt a bit disconnected at times. While it was a light read, it still had enough intrigue to keep me engaged. A solid 4 stars from me!

[Mary Jackson _TheMaryReader]

No one writes a happy ending like Hanna. This series keeps me turning pages and I want to go to January Cove and live.

[Pamela · Rating 3 out of 5]

A quick curl up and read book 3 1/2 stars

[KindleReads.131 · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVED this one!!
The story was different and the characters were new, we had never met them before.
The reason for Molly ending up in January Cove was unique and something that a lot of people can relate to nowadays. Everything fell into place and it was wonderful to read.

I felt this book had a nice flow and rhythm to it. It didn’t feel forced or rushed, the flow was so on point and very relatable!

Molly is a lovable character and you just want her to have the best love story possible.

Austin is kind of a turd at the beginning but starts to show his human side and I just loved him.

Read it now!!! On to #7 🥂

[Jacqueline Bostic · Rating 4 out of 5]

Choices of the Heart

This was a cute, lovely written book. I enjoyed it immensely. The January Cove books are worth the read! Makes everyone hopeful that there is someone out there for them.

[Suzanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Number 6 in the January Cove Series.

This story is about Molly. Unhappy at home she has developed an online relationship with a guy named Blake who lives in January cove. After a year of talking she has fallen in love with Blake and he asks her to marry him. She accepts and decides to drive across the country to January Cove to surprise him. Molly's parents and friend were not happy that she was driving across country to meet a man she met online who may or may not be real.

When she get there, she goes to check in to Addison Parker's B&B and literally runs into Austin. Austin & Molly didn't hit it off but he did offer to help her find Blake.

You need to read this to see if she finds Blake and gets married and what else happens In this story.

This is a great story that I couldn't seem to put down.

[Katherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

So far this one is actually the best in the series. We have moved on from the Parker siblings to new characters in January Cove, with little cameos from the Parker family. I really enjoyed the concept of this book. Molly gets engaged to a man she’s never met, and goes to try to find him. Austin finds himself in the middle of a fake engagement after meeting Molly. It was fun! I loved the chemistry between Molly and Austin, from getting off on the wrong foot to finding love in hard times. This book made me smile and laugh, unlike its predecessors, and this addition to the series renewed my interest in finishing the last few novellas.

[Dot Morrow · Rating 5 out of 5]

well Molly is engaged to man she has never met and she decides after being let go at her job to travel across country to see him. But what she finds is not what she was expecting.
Austin has had a rough life, no doubt about it. Abandoned as a young teen by his drug addicted mother. Now, at 26 years old, he's determined to make a life for himself and prove that he's capable and worthy of good things. But when a petite auburn haired spitfire crosses his path and lands him in the middle of a fake engagement what will happen now?
More from Tessa and Aaron's weeding happens in this book. I am so glad to be able to catch up with the Parker's and the love the have for each other and hope to read more about other weddings in the other stories.

[Patricia Grogan Bugher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Small town life, romance,

Secrets and Soulmates is number 6 in Rachel Hanna’s January Cove series. Since there are only five Parker siblings this book is about guests at Addison Parker’s new B & B. This story is just as wonderful as the others and includes romance, wonderful characters you will love and a terrific small town.

[Tricia Toney · Rating 3 out of 5]

Molly has left her home in Seattle to surprise her online boyfriend Blake. She arrives in January Cove and is instead unpleasantly surprised. Austin is there to work and not looking to complicate his life. The sudden arrival of Molly's hypercritical parents complicates everything. Soon they both will be forced to choose between love and duty.

[Catherine Spagna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Easy Reading

Not sure why I started reading Miss Hanna’s books. I usually read much loftier books, often Pulitzer winners. However, these series from Rachel Hanna are sweet and charming and light. I guess they are my guilty pleasure. My only complaint is the editing on these books, they often mix up words. Using in instead of on, etc..

[Nanci · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good, but different.

The January Cove stories have pretty much followed a pattern. I knew it had to be the story of an outsider, because all of the residents were accounted for. This story was a definite twist from the January Cove
norm, which I was not expecting, but thoroughly enjoyed! You will have to read to find out! ❤️❤️

[Teya Teya · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such an interesting story. I liked and it was something that pulled me in. It kept me hooked trying to figure out the mystery. I was thankful that it did not share a bedroom scene but there was a scene in the bedroom (if that makes sense). Just stated not explained so it was ok for me.

[Heather English · Rating 5 out of 5]

At first I had mixed feelings about this book introducing new characters but by the end I was Invested in these characters as well. I love the way the Parker family is all inclusive. Was a roller coaster ride the whole way to the end but so worth reading.

[Becky · Rating 4 out of 5]

This the 6th book in the January Cove series and the author switched up the formula a bit. Instead of being long-time residents of January Cove, the main characters were both new to the town and met at the local B&B. The book tackled the serious topic of catfishing.

[Darlene S. Hankins · Rating 5 out of 5]

January Cove is the place to be.

I am enjoying this series! The people are friendly and kind. It is a feel good story and you feel that you are part of the adventure.

[Marcy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love this series.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Molly story

The Parker family story continues but Molly and Austin meet and the have a very different experience getting to know each other

[Deborah Ogren · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good book. Will now have to read another one of her books

[Roxanne Miles · Rating 3 out of 5]

Such a cute book with awesome and love able character. I actually rooted for them in spots. Quick read with some series chats test sprinkled throughout.

[Sharon Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

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I like this book too!

[Denise Ursuy · Rating 5 out of 5]

awesome read

I couldn’t and didn’t want to put it down. I loved the story, quick read and a real page turner

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!!💜

Review to follow!

[Jen Blasy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this one!

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable!

[Linda Maestri · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another interesting story in the January Cove series. Quick easy read when you need to unwind.

[Joan Westgate · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another light and charming read by Rachel Hanna..the storyline holds your interest and now I'm onto Book 7 in the January Cove series.

[Karen Easter · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fun little read. Short and super sweet. Very “Hallmarky”.

[Andrea Dickerson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute book! Lacking a connection to the characters.

[Cassandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's a cute book with a few twists. Loved the growth and independence Molly has.