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Boardwalk Summer
In the town of Tranquility Bay, summer is the season of second chances...
Single mother Hope Thompson has built a happy life for herself and her twins in beautiful Tranquility Bay, Washington. She doesn’t dwell on her painful past especially not on the man who broke her heart all those years ago. But when Hope’s beloved son needs help, she takes a desperate chance and reaches out to her children’s father.
Nick Fortune lives life in the spotlight as a champion race car driver. He’s shocked to hear from Hope and even more surprised to learn that he’s a father. He immediately heads to the Pacific Northwest to confront the past and the woman he once loved.
There, on the quiet lakeshore, Nick and Hope must work together to save their son even if it means facing their complicated past for a second chance as a family."
Single mother Hope Thompson has built a happy life for herself and her twins in beautiful Tranquility Bay, Washington. She doesn’t dwell on her painful past especially not on the man who broke her heart all those years ago. But when Hope’s beloved son needs help, she takes a desperate chance and reaches out to her children’s father.
Nick Fortune lives life in the spotlight as a champion race car driver. He’s shocked to hear from Hope and even more surprised to learn that he’s a father. He immediately heads to the Pacific Northwest to confront the past and the woman he once loved.
There, on the quiet lakeshore, Nick and Hope must work together to save their son even if it means facing their complicated past for a second chance as a family."
340 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 27, 2017
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About the author
Kimberly Fisk
4 books44 followersIn the third grade, my teacher encouraged me to enter a school wide writing contest. Horse crazy even back then, no one was surprised when my story featured a four-legged hero. But everyone was surprised when my story won. The prize? A trip to Seattle to attend the Young Author’s Convention. I remember that day as if it were yesterday. The dress my mom made me for the big day…the ferryboat ride…meeting my first published author (Stephen Cosgrove just in case you were wondering). And my shoes. New shoes. Shoes with heels! (All of a 1/4 of an inch but, hey, a girl has to start somewhere).
The writing bug bit and bit hard. But real life intruded on my fictional world. Marriage, motherhood and a demanding job derailed me for a few years but then something wonderful happened. Actually, several pretty wonderful things. After the birth of our youngest son, I decided to leave my job. One day while I was busy chasing toddlers and changing diapers, my husband handed me an article from our hometown paper highlighting the local Romance Writers of America chapter. A whole world of writers and readers? Heaven. But the wonderfulness didn’t stop there. Soon after joining RWA, I met the amazing and incredibly talented Kristin Hannah who was looking for an assistant. Somehow I landed this dream job. With Kristin’s generous guidance and the support of the world’s best critique group, it took me a few years to finish my first novel. (Okay, six, but who’s counting.) It then took the prodding of my amazingly supportive friends to convince me to enter RWA’s Golden Heart contest. When they announced that I had won, I wish I could say I was speechless. Surprised? Yes! Shocked? Yes! Yes!! But speechless? How I wish. No. I cried. Like a baby.
While that manuscript didn't immediately find a publisher, it did land me the world’s best agency. And my second book, Lake Magic, found the perfect home.
Besides spending time with family, ignoring my messy house and writing, I love reading, having exercised, having weeded, and having figured out what’s for dinner.
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The writing bug bit and bit hard. But real life intruded on my fictional world. Marriage, motherhood and a demanding job derailed me for a few years but then something wonderful happened. Actually, several pretty wonderful things. After the birth of our youngest son, I decided to leave my job. One day while I was busy chasing toddlers and changing diapers, my husband handed me an article from our hometown paper highlighting the local Romance Writers of America chapter. A whole world of writers and readers? Heaven. But the wonderfulness didn’t stop there. Soon after joining RWA, I met the amazing and incredibly talented Kristin Hannah who was looking for an assistant. Somehow I landed this dream job. With Kristin’s generous guidance and the support of the world’s best critique group, it took me a few years to finish my first novel. (Okay, six, but who’s counting.) It then took the prodding of my amazingly supportive friends to convince me to enter RWA’s Golden Heart contest. When they announced that I had won, I wish I could say I was speechless. Surprised? Yes! Shocked? Yes! Yes!! But speechless? How I wish. No. I cried. Like a baby.
While that manuscript didn't immediately find a publisher, it did land me the world’s best agency. And my second book, Lake Magic, found the perfect home.
Besides spending time with family, ignoring my messy house and writing, I love reading, having exercised, having weeded, and having figured out what’s for dinner.
Here are what others are saying:
“It was late. I only meant to take a peek but ended up reading BOARDWALK SUMMER in one delicious gulp, and I’m still thinking about the characters. A terrific read. Page turning and deeply emotional. You’ll fall in love with these characters who have so much at stake. Highly recommended.”
— Susan Elizabeth Phillips
Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author: "Lake Magic is pure magic. This is a stellar debut from a writer who is destined to become a reader favorite."
Susan Wiggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author: "There is nothing quite like the pleasure of discovering a new writer to love, and Kimberly Fisk will be that writer for many lucky readers. Her debut novel, Lake Magic, is a celebration of all the deepest things in life--family, friendship and the healing power of love. It's the perfect pairing of a good woman, a bad boy, and an emotional roller coaster of a story you'll savor right through to the last page.""
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June 25, 2017
Release Date: June 27, 2017
Genre: Contemporary Romance. Women's Fiction
Boardwalk Summer is an emotionally charged novel that is bound to make readers feel love and hope in their hearts. It's not a lighthearted book by any means (looking at the cover you may think so) and readers are probably going to feel their hearts tugging while reading. I don't want to spoil what the emotional aspect of the story is, but if you absolutely NEED to know you can find it in this small spoiler . There is also a second chance romance within this book. I found myself really rooting for this love to blossom once again and I think many readers will feel the same. Now, while I may not have fully agreed to why these two broke up and how they came back together again (communication is key and that is really shown throughout these characters journey), but I feel like the author told it in a way that even readers who don't agree with it will look past it. Don't get me wrong, there is no cheating and no love triangles, but I felt like both of the characters SHOULD have made more of an effect especially considering how much love they had for one another prior to them drifting apart. In any event, love is messy, things can get in the way, communication can be mishandled, and mistake will get made. This is life like to me, and I very much enjoyed reading it through these characters perspective.
If you enjoy slow building, second chance romances with emotionally charged story lines this is your book. I can't wait for read more by the author based on this one and will be looking for more of her releases in the future.
Recommended Read
** Many thanks to the author for sending me a PB copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. **
Genre: Contemporary Romance. Women's Fiction
Boardwalk Summer is an emotionally charged novel that is bound to make readers feel love and hope in their hearts. It's not a lighthearted book by any means (looking at the cover you may think so) and readers are probably going to feel their hearts tugging while reading. I don't want to spoil what the emotional aspect of the story is, but if you absolutely NEED to know you can find it in this small spoiler . There is also a second chance romance within this book. I found myself really rooting for this love to blossom once again and I think many readers will feel the same. Now, while I may not have fully agreed to why these two broke up and how they came back together again (communication is key and that is really shown throughout these characters journey), but I feel like the author told it in a way that even readers who don't agree with it will look past it. Don't get me wrong, there is no cheating and no love triangles, but I felt like both of the characters SHOULD have made more of an effect especially considering how much love they had for one another prior to them drifting apart. In any event, love is messy, things can get in the way, communication can be mishandled, and mistake will get made. This is life like to me, and I very much enjoyed reading it through these characters perspective.
If you enjoy slow building, second chance romances with emotionally charged story lines this is your book. I can't wait for read more by the author based on this one and will be looking for more of her releases in the future.
Recommended Read
** Many thanks to the author for sending me a PB copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review. **
June 26, 2017
Hope and Nick are forced to overcome many obstacles to try and help their son; it’s a life and death matter. Hope is a very private and guarded person, with her sons’ trouble Hope has been forced to become even more precautions and guarded about her life. Nick has always lived life in the fast lane; from absentee parents to fast cars and faster women, Nick are thrown a huge curve to find out he’s a dad.
Boardwalk Summer is a very hope filled novel. Hope that overcome a parents worse nightmare, hope to reconnect with a past love, hope to move past parental betrayal. I did feel a connection between Hope and Nick, their love is still burning strong after 17 years. Their relationship was a slow burn rekindling as opposed to an intense all consuming love. The secondary cast adding a great best friend paired along with an bitter old school mother. I would have liked to see more resolution to the mother daughter relationship, however I didn’t feel cheated out of anything. Watching the road to recovery for their children and a relationship become strong again was a great novel. If you are looking for a second chance romance, grab Boardwalk Summer, it will not leave you disappointed!
Review copy provided for a voluntary review.
June 16, 2017
Boardwalk Summer was such a sweet surprise. I was a little caught off guard by how un-put-downable it was. It reminded me a little bit of a Lifetime/Hallmark movie. It was sweet, a bit dramatic, and full of heart. And really, I didn't put this one down. It would make a great summer beach or poolside read.
The cover was deceiving to me. It looks like this book should be much lighter and fluffier than it really is. I wouldn't consider the book heavy, despite the subject matter, but it does have an unexpected depth to it that I really enjoyed.
I was also surprised by how much I liked Kimberly Fisk's writing. I haven't read her before, but I would definitely pick up another book from her with no hesitation.
I received an advance reader copy of this book that I have chosen to review.
The cover was deceiving to me. It looks like this book should be much lighter and fluffier than it really is. I wouldn't consider the book heavy, despite the subject matter, but it does have an unexpected depth to it that I really enjoyed.
I was also surprised by how much I liked Kimberly Fisk's writing. I haven't read her before, but I would definitely pick up another book from her with no hesitation.
I received an advance reader copy of this book that I have chosen to review.
June 4, 2017
My Review I would like to thank First to Read, Berkley Books and Kimberly Fisk for the ARC (advanced reading copy) of "Boardwalk Summer" by Kimberly Fisk for my honest review.
The genres for this book are Women's Fiction, Fiction and Romance.
I really liked the characters in this story. Kimberly Fisk describes them as flawed, worried, insecure, fearful, brave, courageous and hopeful. These are characters that could live in our community.
Hope is a single mother of two teen age twins, a boy and a girl. She also is a teacher. When her son gets sick she reaches out and seeks her former teenage love and father of the children. Nick is now a famous Race Car Driver. He had no knowledge that he had children.
Whenever the twins were little and sick, Hope would take them to the boardwalk. It was their safe place. Hope has the support of a good friend who helps in many ways.
I liked so many things about this book. It is upbeat with feelings of hope. How will the twins react to meeting their biological father? How will they act when they find out he is famous. Is it possible to have second chances?
I appreciate that the author discusses issues of family, friends,love and hope. I also like the positive feel in this story. Life is always about taking chances and risks.
I would highly recommend this delightful enjoyable read to anyone that likes Women's Fiction and Romance.
The genres for this book are Women's Fiction, Fiction and Romance.
I really liked the characters in this story. Kimberly Fisk describes them as flawed, worried, insecure, fearful, brave, courageous and hopeful. These are characters that could live in our community.
Hope is a single mother of two teen age twins, a boy and a girl. She also is a teacher. When her son gets sick she reaches out and seeks her former teenage love and father of the children. Nick is now a famous Race Car Driver. He had no knowledge that he had children.
Whenever the twins were little and sick, Hope would take them to the boardwalk. It was their safe place. Hope has the support of a good friend who helps in many ways.
I liked so many things about this book. It is upbeat with feelings of hope. How will the twins react to meeting their biological father? How will they act when they find out he is famous. Is it possible to have second chances?
I appreciate that the author discusses issues of family, friends,love and hope. I also like the positive feel in this story. Life is always about taking chances and risks.
I would highly recommend this delightful enjoyable read to anyone that likes Women's Fiction and Romance.
May 8, 2017
An emotional read great to include in the beach bag this summer. This book was the winner of the prestigious Golden Heart Award from the Romance I Writer's of America. Hope is the single mother of boy/girl twins, living life with her family in the Pacific NW when her son is diagnosed with leukemia. Only a bone marrow transplant will save him. But since neither she nor her daughter are matches, this means contacting her estranged mother and the children's' father, a nationally-known race-car driver who is unaware of their existence.
Fisk writes with emotion and poignancy, with characters that are fully fleshed out. This book is highly recommended for readers of Susan Wiggs, Kristin Hannah, Mariah Stewart, who tell wonderful stories readers want more of. I'm looking forward to her next read, and it can't come soon enough for me.
Fisk writes with emotion and poignancy, with characters that are fully fleshed out. This book is highly recommended for readers of Susan Wiggs, Kristin Hannah, Mariah Stewart, who tell wonderful stories readers want more of. I'm looking forward to her next read, and it can't come soon enough for me.
May 30, 2017
received through First To Read(Penquin) for review
3.5 stars
I really liked the synopsis of the story. We have a second chance at love with a secret pregnancy. The story has great characters. My only exception being, Hope. It took me a while to warm up to her. She made a lot of assumptions about Nick before giving him a chance to show her who he became. I did like how she fought for her kids and tried to protect them. There was angst without being over the top dramatic. Nice read for a relaxing weekend. I loved the epilogue.
3.5 stars
I really liked the synopsis of the story. We have a second chance at love with a secret pregnancy. The story has great characters. My only exception being, Hope. It took me a while to warm up to her. She made a lot of assumptions about Nick before giving him a chance to show her who he became. I did like how she fought for her kids and tried to protect them. There was angst without being over the top dramatic. Nice read for a relaxing weekend. I loved the epilogue.
May 5, 2017
The pink clouds on the cover of Boardwalk Summer are a bit deceiving. This book from Kimberly Fisk is certainly not only a romance-only. We meet Hope Thomson, a single mum, juggling between going to the hospital to her son Joshua, trying to console his twin sister Susan and keeping two jobs to pay for all the bills.
Joshua has been diagnosed with cancer. After the first successful treatments, the cancer reappeared and this time, there is no other option than to find a donor for him. Kimberly has done an excellent job in describing the mixed emotions for Hope. You can feel her despair, when neither she nor Susan are a compatible donor. As a mother myself, I had a hard time keeping the tears at bay. Because no one wants to think of the possibility of your child dying from cancer. And yet, Hope has to face this reality and when she breaks down in front of Nick your heart literally almost breaks as well.
Nick Fortune, the father of Joshua and Susan is surprised, when his former sweetheart Hope leaves him a message to contact him urgently. He could never have guessed that he would be hearing the fact that he is a father for almost sixteen years. Wounded by Hope's betrayal by denying him his children for all those years, and shocked to hear his son may be dying, he soon learns that his way to the top in racing will come at a prize. Is he willing to pay that prize?
A wonderful read. Heartbreaking, romantic and above all a mother's love to safe her children. Five out of five stars for Boardwalk Summer. And thank you FirstToRead and Berkley Books for this ARC.
Joshua has been diagnosed with cancer. After the first successful treatments, the cancer reappeared and this time, there is no other option than to find a donor for him. Kimberly has done an excellent job in describing the mixed emotions for Hope. You can feel her despair, when neither she nor Susan are a compatible donor. As a mother myself, I had a hard time keeping the tears at bay. Because no one wants to think of the possibility of your child dying from cancer. And yet, Hope has to face this reality and when she breaks down in front of Nick your heart literally almost breaks as well.
Nick Fortune, the father of Joshua and Susan is surprised, when his former sweetheart Hope leaves him a message to contact him urgently. He could never have guessed that he would be hearing the fact that he is a father for almost sixteen years. Wounded by Hope's betrayal by denying him his children for all those years, and shocked to hear his son may be dying, he soon learns that his way to the top in racing will come at a prize. Is he willing to pay that prize?
A wonderful read. Heartbreaking, romantic and above all a mother's love to safe her children. Five out of five stars for Boardwalk Summer. And thank you FirstToRead and Berkley Books for this ARC.
October 9, 2017
Wow. What a poignant story. The reunion between Hope and Nick is for a desperate need that immediately pulled me into the story. These two had no choice but to work together, their common goal reminding them of so much more. I loved the main characters. They had depth and the emotions felt real. And the secondary characters, the kids and Hope's friend, were just as thought out. I'll be hoping the author has more stories in the works because this one tugged at my heart and made me want to read more.
May 19, 2017
This is a sit and read all day cuz you can't put it down type book. The storyline is simple but so real. Characters were authentic and lifelike. Well developed throughout the story. They interacted naturally. Feelings were real not exaggerated. Deals with many issues but not in an overly dramatic way. I was hooked pretty much from the beginning and found myself rooting for the characters to "win". Great love story. Great family dynamics story. It is a quick enjoyable read. Loved it. Can't wait to read other books by this author.
I received a digital copy from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.
I received a digital copy from the publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.
May 26, 2017
I received this ARC from Goodreads giveaways.
Wow! This is my first book by Kimberly Fisk and I'll be reading more!
Wonderful storyline and a great pace... more to come to my review later.
Wow! This is my first book by Kimberly Fisk and I'll be reading more!
Wonderful storyline and a great pace... more to come to my review later.
July 30, 2017
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Boardwalk Summer
By Kimberly Fisk
ISBN13: 9780425235157
Author’s website: http://www.kimberlyfisk.net/
Brought to you by OBS Reviewer Jerjen
Synopsis:
In the town of Tranquility Bay, summer is the season of second chances…
Single mother Hope Thompson has built a happy life for herself and her twins in beautiful Tranquility Bay, Washington. She doesn t dwell on her painful past especially not on the man who broke her heart all those years ago. But when Hope s beloved son needs help, she takes a desperate chance and reaches out to her children s father.
Nick Fortune lives life in the spotlight as a champion race car driver. He s shocked to hear from Hope and even more surprised to learn that he’s a father. He immediately heads to the Pacific Northwest to confront the past and the woman he once loved.
There, on the quiet lakeshore, Nick and Hope must work together to save their son even if it means facing their complicated past for a second chance as a family.”
Review:
Hope Thompson is a single mom, raising her teenaged twins in Tranquility Bay. She has her children, she has a best friend and she even has a potential love interest, she is happy with her life.
Until her son is diagnosed with leukemia, and then everything changes. After having exhausted all other courses of treatment, it is determined that a bone marrow transplant is needed. The best chance of a match is a family member, but when her and her daughter are not matches, Hope has to turn to the two people she never wanted to see again: her mother and the twin’s father.
She has never had a good relationship with her mother and she has not seen her in sixteen years. Her mother is unloving, uncaring and only worries about herself. Her mother never really cared about her, and when Hope got pregnant as a teenager, her mother sent her away. Now Hope has to find a way to get her mother to agree with being tested, to help out her grandson.
At one time, Nick Fortune was the most important person in Hope’s life. When they were teenagers, they were in love and had their whole life planned out, being together and raising a family. But life got in the way, and instead, Nick went on to become a famous race car driver, which was also another dream of his. And Hope was left to raise their twins on her own, with no help from Nick. She tried to get a hold of him to let him know she was pregnant but could never get in touch with him. Now Hope has to tell Nick the truth and pray that he is a match.
The characters are well rounded, well developed and three dimensional. Hope is a loving and caring person who will do anything for her children. They are her whole life. Nick is a good decent guy and he has not let fame get to his head. When they first reconnect after being apart for so long, Hope is worried and scared that Nick is going to completely destroy what is left of her family. Nick is angry that Hope has kept her pregnancy (and his children) from him. They have a lot of work to do to mend their relationship. The characters both have a lot of things to work through and growing to do but if they do it together they just might find their happily-ever-after. The secondary characters (Hope’s children and her best friend) added a lot to the story and I enjoyed getting to know them all better.
This book is such an emotionally charged story. You will laugh, you will cry, you will feel despair and you will feel hope. As a reader I could not help but be drawn into the story and wanting to find out how the whole drama was going to unfold and end. I feel like it takes a special author to get all of those feelings and emotions out of the reader in just one book. I also feel like it takes a special author to take such a heartbreaking topic and write about it in a realistic heart warming way.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted women’s contemporary. I really like the author’s writing style and I cannot wait to see what else she has written. Do yourself a favor and give this book a try, but be sure you have tissues close at hand.
*OBS would like to thank the publisher for supplying a free copy of this title in exchange for an honest review*
Boardwalk Summer
By Kimberly Fisk
ISBN13: 9780425235157
Author’s website: http://www.kimberlyfisk.net/
Brought to you by OBS Reviewer Jerjen
Synopsis:
In the town of Tranquility Bay, summer is the season of second chances…
Single mother Hope Thompson has built a happy life for herself and her twins in beautiful Tranquility Bay, Washington. She doesn t dwell on her painful past especially not on the man who broke her heart all those years ago. But when Hope s beloved son needs help, she takes a desperate chance and reaches out to her children s father.
Nick Fortune lives life in the spotlight as a champion race car driver. He s shocked to hear from Hope and even more surprised to learn that he’s a father. He immediately heads to the Pacific Northwest to confront the past and the woman he once loved.
There, on the quiet lakeshore, Nick and Hope must work together to save their son even if it means facing their complicated past for a second chance as a family.”
Review:
Hope Thompson is a single mom, raising her teenaged twins in Tranquility Bay. She has her children, she has a best friend and she even has a potential love interest, she is happy with her life.
Until her son is diagnosed with leukemia, and then everything changes. After having exhausted all other courses of treatment, it is determined that a bone marrow transplant is needed. The best chance of a match is a family member, but when her and her daughter are not matches, Hope has to turn to the two people she never wanted to see again: her mother and the twin’s father.
She has never had a good relationship with her mother and she has not seen her in sixteen years. Her mother is unloving, uncaring and only worries about herself. Her mother never really cared about her, and when Hope got pregnant as a teenager, her mother sent her away. Now Hope has to find a way to get her mother to agree with being tested, to help out her grandson.
At one time, Nick Fortune was the most important person in Hope’s life. When they were teenagers, they were in love and had their whole life planned out, being together and raising a family. But life got in the way, and instead, Nick went on to become a famous race car driver, which was also another dream of his. And Hope was left to raise their twins on her own, with no help from Nick. She tried to get a hold of him to let him know she was pregnant but could never get in touch with him. Now Hope has to tell Nick the truth and pray that he is a match.
The characters are well rounded, well developed and three dimensional. Hope is a loving and caring person who will do anything for her children. They are her whole life. Nick is a good decent guy and he has not let fame get to his head. When they first reconnect after being apart for so long, Hope is worried and scared that Nick is going to completely destroy what is left of her family. Nick is angry that Hope has kept her pregnancy (and his children) from him. They have a lot of work to do to mend their relationship. The characters both have a lot of things to work through and growing to do but if they do it together they just might find their happily-ever-after. The secondary characters (Hope’s children and her best friend) added a lot to the story and I enjoyed getting to know them all better.
This book is such an emotionally charged story. You will laugh, you will cry, you will feel despair and you will feel hope. As a reader I could not help but be drawn into the story and wanting to find out how the whole drama was going to unfold and end. I feel like it takes a special author to get all of those feelings and emotions out of the reader in just one book. I also feel like it takes a special author to take such a heartbreaking topic and write about it in a realistic heart warming way.
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted women’s contemporary. I really like the author’s writing style and I cannot wait to see what else she has written. Do yourself a favor and give this book a try, but be sure you have tissues close at hand.
*OBS would like to thank the publisher for supplying a free copy of this title in exchange for an honest review*
July 6, 2017
Boardwalk Summer by Kimberly Fisk is an emotional second chance romance. Hope Thompson, is a single mom, who lives with her two children, Susan and Joshua in Tranquility Bay, Washington. Years before, Hope left her hometown to start a new life, after finding out she was pregnant, and her then boyfriend left town and never returned as promised. Hope had tried to contact the father, but unsuccessfully. She had no relationship with her mother, who pushed her away. Content and happy with her wonderful twins, Hope’s life takes a dramatic turn when Joshua is diagnosed with Leukemia.
When there is no bone marrow match, Hope gives in and contacts her mother whom she has not seen in 16 years. Her mother hasn’t changed, and Hope must try her last resort, contact the father of the children.
Nick Fortune, our hero, is a famous race car driver. When Nick is told there is a message from Hope, he decides to visit her in Tranquility Bay. Hope is shocked to see Nick after all these years, and in a short time to tell him that he is the father of her children. Nick is upset and blames Hope; she tries to explain that she tried to find him; but he walks out threatening to come back and meet them. The bitterness from Nick and the fear from Hope was very real, but they must put that aside to find a way to help Joshua.
Hope was having mixed feelings, as their attraction to each other was beginning to rekindle; but she did not trust Nick, and only wanted to protect her children. Her despair is evident, and Nick will do all he can to help. When Nick turns out not to be a match, Hope falls apart, bringing them even closer. Money is no object for Nick, and he will get the best doctors for Joshua.
What follows is an emotional story line, where the family, including Joshua begins to lose hope. Kimberly Fisk does a wonderful job allowing us to feel the emotional toll on each of them. I really did like all the characters in this story. I did feel that Hope, who was a wonderful mother, was a bit too hard and unbending with Nick. She does warm up later, even if she continues to not want to take risks, especially with his racing career.
This is a beautiful & heartwarming story on life, heartbreak, taking risks and the different degrees of emotions throughout. Once again, Kimberly Fisk gives us an emotional story with real life issues when faced with possible death of family; you can’t help be drawn to them in this trying time. The romance between Nick and Hope was very nice, and Fisk did not let that overtake the real story. Very well written.
Barb
The Reading Cafe
When there is no bone marrow match, Hope gives in and contacts her mother whom she has not seen in 16 years. Her mother hasn’t changed, and Hope must try her last resort, contact the father of the children.
Nick Fortune, our hero, is a famous race car driver. When Nick is told there is a message from Hope, he decides to visit her in Tranquility Bay. Hope is shocked to see Nick after all these years, and in a short time to tell him that he is the father of her children. Nick is upset and blames Hope; she tries to explain that she tried to find him; but he walks out threatening to come back and meet them. The bitterness from Nick and the fear from Hope was very real, but they must put that aside to find a way to help Joshua.
Hope was having mixed feelings, as their attraction to each other was beginning to rekindle; but she did not trust Nick, and only wanted to protect her children. Her despair is evident, and Nick will do all he can to help. When Nick turns out not to be a match, Hope falls apart, bringing them even closer. Money is no object for Nick, and he will get the best doctors for Joshua.
What follows is an emotional story line, where the family, including Joshua begins to lose hope. Kimberly Fisk does a wonderful job allowing us to feel the emotional toll on each of them. I really did like all the characters in this story. I did feel that Hope, who was a wonderful mother, was a bit too hard and unbending with Nick. She does warm up later, even if she continues to not want to take risks, especially with his racing career.
This is a beautiful & heartwarming story on life, heartbreak, taking risks and the different degrees of emotions throughout. Once again, Kimberly Fisk gives us an emotional story with real life issues when faced with possible death of family; you can’t help be drawn to them in this trying time. The romance between Nick and Hope was very nice, and Fisk did not let that overtake the real story. Very well written.
Barb
The Reading Cafe
July 27, 2018
I had a hard time with the star factor because I tend to be too hard on romances. I finally added a fourth star because I realized I had been reading the book nonstop, so it must have caught my interest!
The characters are strong and sympathetic; nobody gets on your nerves too much; things don’t get sappy. The plot stays realistic even if the romantic “leading man” is a very famous, very wealthy wealthy NASCAR driver. The way Fisk wove him into the picture made perfect sense.
Hope Thompson and Nick Fortune had been high school sweethearts. When his father, the town drunk, died, Nick felt he had to leave their small town if he was ever going to make anything of himself. Unfortunately, he left not knowing that Hope was pregnant. Her mother gave her two choices: get an abortion or get out of her house. Hope fled to her aunt in Washington state where she gave birth to twins Joshua and Susan. She raised them on her own since Nick never returned any of her phone calls.
Fast forward sixteen years. Joshua is gravely I’ll with leukemia and in desperate need of a bone marrow transplant. Neither Hope nor Susan are matches. Hope has to swallow her pride and contact Nick after all this time to see is by any chance he would be a match as a donor.
Questions, resentment, astonishment, bewilderment, a bit of joy. These emotions have to come to the forefront, but not in an overly dramatic way, thank goodness. I was ready for three or four chapters of Hope and Nick going their separate ways so they could have the romantic reunion. Even better, they kept their wits about them and focused on what needed to be done.
Hope’s mother is a real piece of work who had made life pretty miserable for her. She was her own worst enemy and a fly in the ointment for Hope. With her rigid actions, she factors into this story in so many unexpected ways.
A good ‘in!
The characters are strong and sympathetic; nobody gets on your nerves too much; things don’t get sappy. The plot stays realistic even if the romantic “leading man” is a very famous, very wealthy wealthy NASCAR driver. The way Fisk wove him into the picture made perfect sense.
Hope Thompson and Nick Fortune had been high school sweethearts. When his father, the town drunk, died, Nick felt he had to leave their small town if he was ever going to make anything of himself. Unfortunately, he left not knowing that Hope was pregnant. Her mother gave her two choices: get an abortion or get out of her house. Hope fled to her aunt in Washington state where she gave birth to twins Joshua and Susan. She raised them on her own since Nick never returned any of her phone calls.
Fast forward sixteen years. Joshua is gravely I’ll with leukemia and in desperate need of a bone marrow transplant. Neither Hope nor Susan are matches. Hope has to swallow her pride and contact Nick after all this time to see is by any chance he would be a match as a donor.
Questions, resentment, astonishment, bewilderment, a bit of joy. These emotions have to come to the forefront, but not in an overly dramatic way, thank goodness. I was ready for three or four chapters of Hope and Nick going their separate ways so they could have the romantic reunion. Even better, they kept their wits about them and focused on what needed to be done.
Hope’s mother is a real piece of work who had made life pretty miserable for her. She was her own worst enemy and a fly in the ointment for Hope. With her rigid actions, she factors into this story in so many unexpected ways.
A good ‘in!
June 26, 2017
Hope is a single mother. She raised her twins, Joshua and Susan, mostly by herself. She became pregnant at seventeen and thought she and Nick shared something special, but Nick let her down and she had no choice but to move and start over. She made a life for herself in Tranquility Bay and never thought she'd see Nick again. However, when her son's life is in danger she calls him and asks for his help.
Nick is a famous race car driver. He's won many prizes and has achieved almost all of his goals, but when Hope calls him he feels he's missed something. They didn't keep in touch when he left her behind all those years ago and he didn't know Hope was pregnant. To his surprise he's the father of two teenagers and wants to be part of their lives. To be able to give Joshua a chance Hope and Nick need to patch things up. Will they be able to make amends for the sake of their son?
Boardwalk Summer is an impressive emotional story. Hope is a sweet woman. She does everything for her kids and fights for them in any way she can. Her strength and dedication are admirable and that's something I loved about her character. She managed to deal with the heartbreak of the past and has given her children a good and warm home filled with love. I liked this heartwarming part of the story a lot. Hope has such a beautiful personality and that gives Boardwalk Summer a wonderful warm atmosphere.
Nick is a kind and determined man. He once was really poor and had a bad reputation, but he managed to make something of himself and now he's rich and famous. Status isn't everything though and he finds out how much he's missed when Hope invites him back into her life. He has some tough choices to make and realizes that money isn't everything. He still has a lot to learn and discover and being with Hope and the twins broadens his horizons. There are plenty of unresolved feelings between Nick and Hope and I couldn't wait to find out if they'd manage to make things right.
Kimberly Fisk writes about difficult subjects in an honest empathic way. Her main characters are going through something awful, but they never lose hope. They're realistic, but stay optimistic at the same time and I liked that attitude a lot. Boardwalk Summer is a moving story with plenty of different layers. The main characters are struggling, but they're making progress as well and I loved to see them grow. Kimberly Fisk balances this with loving and romantic scenes, which gives her story a good balance. Boardwalk Summer is a terrific story and I enjoyed reading it very much.
Nick is a famous race car driver. He's won many prizes and has achieved almost all of his goals, but when Hope calls him he feels he's missed something. They didn't keep in touch when he left her behind all those years ago and he didn't know Hope was pregnant. To his surprise he's the father of two teenagers and wants to be part of their lives. To be able to give Joshua a chance Hope and Nick need to patch things up. Will they be able to make amends for the sake of their son?
Boardwalk Summer is an impressive emotional story. Hope is a sweet woman. She does everything for her kids and fights for them in any way she can. Her strength and dedication are admirable and that's something I loved about her character. She managed to deal with the heartbreak of the past and has given her children a good and warm home filled with love. I liked this heartwarming part of the story a lot. Hope has such a beautiful personality and that gives Boardwalk Summer a wonderful warm atmosphere.
Nick is a kind and determined man. He once was really poor and had a bad reputation, but he managed to make something of himself and now he's rich and famous. Status isn't everything though and he finds out how much he's missed when Hope invites him back into her life. He has some tough choices to make and realizes that money isn't everything. He still has a lot to learn and discover and being with Hope and the twins broadens his horizons. There are plenty of unresolved feelings between Nick and Hope and I couldn't wait to find out if they'd manage to make things right.
Kimberly Fisk writes about difficult subjects in an honest empathic way. Her main characters are going through something awful, but they never lose hope. They're realistic, but stay optimistic at the same time and I liked that attitude a lot. Boardwalk Summer is a moving story with plenty of different layers. The main characters are struggling, but they're making progress as well and I loved to see them grow. Kimberly Fisk balances this with loving and romantic scenes, which gives her story a good balance. Boardwalk Summer is a terrific story and I enjoyed reading it very much.
July 1, 2017
4.75 Rating
I was sent this book as part of a blog tour. Thank you to the author for allowing me to read this emotional and page turning story.
Let me start by saying the cover is stunning, but it is deceiving! This involves teenage pregnancy, a bad boy, and a life changing illness for one of the characters. I would never get any of that from the cover. Also, the significance of the boardwalk will not be what you think, it is even better!
I am the type of reader that has to be pulled in by the first few chapters, and this did just that! So much happened in chapter one alone, and I was hooked. I started this at almost midnight thinking I would not be able to get into it and would only read a chapter or two. The next thing I know I am fifty pages in and still did not want to put it down.
This book was amazing. I loved the characters, the storyline, and the writing style. I found myself laughing out loud and also shedding some tears. OK!...a lot of tears! I felt so many different emotions while reading about Nick and Hope. My heart was breaking for Joshua and his family. Yet, at the same time my heart was melting when Nick was meeting his children.
The only critique I have is I wish Hope did not go back to thinking about the past as much. Every time she would get close to Nick it was about how he left her in the past. I think that part was a little too overdone, and it dragged the story down just a little.
This was my first Kimberly Fisk read, and I loved it. We need more! It was the perfect summer read!
I was sent this book as part of a blog tour. Thank you to the author for allowing me to read this emotional and page turning story.
Let me start by saying the cover is stunning, but it is deceiving! This involves teenage pregnancy, a bad boy, and a life changing illness for one of the characters. I would never get any of that from the cover. Also, the significance of the boardwalk will not be what you think, it is even better!
I am the type of reader that has to be pulled in by the first few chapters, and this did just that! So much happened in chapter one alone, and I was hooked. I started this at almost midnight thinking I would not be able to get into it and would only read a chapter or two. The next thing I know I am fifty pages in and still did not want to put it down.
This book was amazing. I loved the characters, the storyline, and the writing style. I found myself laughing out loud and also shedding some tears. OK!...a lot of tears! I felt so many different emotions while reading about Nick and Hope. My heart was breaking for Joshua and his family. Yet, at the same time my heart was melting when Nick was meeting his children.
The only critique I have is I wish Hope did not go back to thinking about the past as much. Every time she would get close to Nick it was about how he left her in the past. I think that part was a little too overdone, and it dragged the story down just a little.
This was my first Kimberly Fisk read, and I loved it. We need more! It was the perfect summer read!
May 31, 2017
The story starts out with a woman named Hope Thompson trying to contact her estranged mother and non existent father of her twin children because the boy is really sick. Joshua the boy (a teen actually) is stuck in the hospital for most of the story and is kind of gloomy (rightfully so). The twin sister Susan is avoiding the hospital most of the story and going off with her friend. Hope does pretty much everything she can to take care of her children with out relying on others and it nearly kills her to have to contact the 2 people who abandoned her in life.
At this point we get to see what her mom is like by only phone calls. She is cold and distant and never asks about her Grand children.
Nick Fortune whom is the kids father was Hope's high school sweetheart with dreams of becoming a famous Nascar driver. He cut ties with her so she was not able to tell him. His dreams eventually come true and somehow he randomly decides to return the call from Hope and shows up at her house. They argue a lot of the book. He thinks she did not try to tell him and she thinks he didn't want to be a part of their life. Long story short they finally get their issues straightened out. I would say more but it would give all of the story away. It was a good read and it was pretty easy to get into. I will have to hunt down some other books by this author.
I received this from First to read for free in exchange for an honest review. Th e opinions in this review are 100% my own.
At this point we get to see what her mom is like by only phone calls. She is cold and distant and never asks about her Grand children.
Nick Fortune whom is the kids father was Hope's high school sweetheart with dreams of becoming a famous Nascar driver. He cut ties with her so she was not able to tell him. His dreams eventually come true and somehow he randomly decides to return the call from Hope and shows up at her house. They argue a lot of the book. He thinks she did not try to tell him and she thinks he didn't want to be a part of their life. Long story short they finally get their issues straightened out. I would say more but it would give all of the story away. It was a good read and it was pretty easy to get into. I will have to hunt down some other books by this author.
I received this from First to read for free in exchange for an honest review. Th e opinions in this review are 100% my own.
May 27, 2017
I saw this one offered as part of the Penguin First To Read program and the synopsis intrigued me. Getting a call out of the blue telling you that not only are you the father of a 15-year-old son that you never knew about, but that he needs your help, is sure to make for a good story!
This is a perfect summer read for an afternoon by the pool. With no interruptions you should be able to finish this book in an afternoon, and it has everything you want from a good summer romance; conflict, steam, and a happy ending. However, if you choose to take it to another level, that is also possible. This could be a great selection for a summer book club. Not only will it keep the reader entertained, but the book should lead to some great discussions. Discussion topics could include Hope’s decision to keep fact that he is a father from Nick, and the relationship of Hope with her mother, as well as many others.
While the book was a little bit predictable — I was sure from the beginning of how the story would turn out — that did not detract from my enjoyment of the book. There was also an epilogue to let me know what happens in the future. The only thing I felt was lacking was more details about Heather’s mother, Clare. I would like to know if their relationship continued to evolve.
Anyone looking for a good summer romance will enjoy this. NASCAR fans will enjoy it even more, as there are many details taken from the world of racing included in the novel.
I received an advanced review copy of this book through the Penguin First To Read program.
This is a perfect summer read for an afternoon by the pool. With no interruptions you should be able to finish this book in an afternoon, and it has everything you want from a good summer romance; conflict, steam, and a happy ending. However, if you choose to take it to another level, that is also possible. This could be a great selection for a summer book club. Not only will it keep the reader entertained, but the book should lead to some great discussions. Discussion topics could include Hope’s decision to keep fact that he is a father from Nick, and the relationship of Hope with her mother, as well as many others.
While the book was a little bit predictable — I was sure from the beginning of how the story would turn out — that did not detract from my enjoyment of the book. There was also an epilogue to let me know what happens in the future. The only thing I felt was lacking was more details about Heather’s mother, Clare. I would like to know if their relationship continued to evolve.
Anyone looking for a good summer romance will enjoy this. NASCAR fans will enjoy it even more, as there are many details taken from the world of racing included in the novel.
I received an advanced review copy of this book through the Penguin First To Read program.
February 22, 2018
Review written by Marie for Ever After Book Reviews!
4.5 Stars!
Oh my goodness, this was not at all what I was expecting. This emotionally charged story is far from light-hearted. It’s a raw, emotional story that will hit you in all the feels.
Hope and Nick loved each other once. And in a moment of desperation, Hope is forced to confront that love head on, as she and Nick must learn to overcome a past full of mistakes to save the very life that they’ve created together.
This was a very heartfelt, deeply emotional book that brought two people back together after years of heartache. It’s a story of forgiveness, hope and above everything else, love.
Hope and Nick were a shining example of how writing true-to-life characters can connect you to a story on a whole different level. They were a perfect match for one another, and despite mishaps in the past, were able to forgive the past and move forward with a deeper love and understanding for one another. Their story is absolutely beautiful.
***I voluntarily read a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and feelings are my own***
4.5 Stars!
Oh my goodness, this was not at all what I was expecting. This emotionally charged story is far from light-hearted. It’s a raw, emotional story that will hit you in all the feels.
Hope and Nick loved each other once. And in a moment of desperation, Hope is forced to confront that love head on, as she and Nick must learn to overcome a past full of mistakes to save the very life that they’ve created together.
This was a very heartfelt, deeply emotional book that brought two people back together after years of heartache. It’s a story of forgiveness, hope and above everything else, love.
Hope and Nick were a shining example of how writing true-to-life characters can connect you to a story on a whole different level. They were a perfect match for one another, and despite mishaps in the past, were able to forgive the past and move forward with a deeper love and understanding for one another. Their story is absolutely beautiful.
***I voluntarily read a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and feelings are my own***
June 7, 2017
At first glance you’d think this is going to be another simple romance novel, perfect for summer time and the beach. Well, you’d be a little bit right but it’s not just a simple romance novel.
Fisk does provide tender love scenes wrapped amidst some tough topics such as single parenting, balancing work-family life, and worst of all a very sick child dealing with cancer of all things especially when it’s not as simple as it first appears.
As a mother I felt like I had bonded with the character of Hope as I could feel what she was going through trying to keep it all together while watching her child go through something she couldn’t fix. Fisk does a remarkable job of creating realistic situations and emotions so you are fully drawn to these characters and the trials they face.
You’ll feel your heart break at times then swell with hope and love at others because above all else this is the sweetest love story of them all, what a mother will do for her child and THAT makes it perfect to read this season.
Fisk does provide tender love scenes wrapped amidst some tough topics such as single parenting, balancing work-family life, and worst of all a very sick child dealing with cancer of all things especially when it’s not as simple as it first appears.
As a mother I felt like I had bonded with the character of Hope as I could feel what she was going through trying to keep it all together while watching her child go through something she couldn’t fix. Fisk does a remarkable job of creating realistic situations and emotions so you are fully drawn to these characters and the trials they face.
You’ll feel your heart break at times then swell with hope and love at others because above all else this is the sweetest love story of them all, what a mother will do for her child and THAT makes it perfect to read this season.
June 27, 2017
Thanks to First to Read for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Boardwalk Summer by Kimberly Fisk was a great summer/beach read. A sweet story about loss, love, hope and second chances. Hope Thompson is a single mother to twins and lives in Tranquility Bay, Washington. When her son, Joshua, gets sick with leukemia and needs a transplant, Hope has to turn to two people who stopped being there for her sixteen years ago, the father of her children and her mother. Nick Fortune is a famous NASCAR driver who is pursuing his eighth racing championship. Nothing is going to make him lose focus on his goal. Until he gets a message that Hope has called him. He hasn't heard from her in sixteen years and when she doesn't answer his call, he decides to pay her a visit. When he shows up at her door, Hope is unexpectedly thrown back into her old emotions and has to decide what is suitable for her and her children and should she give Nick a second chance. Emotional and tear-jerking, this story sweeps you off your feet and you can't help but cheer for the family to have a happy ending.
July 26, 2017
Heartwarming! A sweet & feisty reunion story. Great characters, a heart-tugging story line, and a race against time to get a happy ending. Really enjoyed this book!
NASCAR phenomenon Nick Fortune is living the life! A successful career, on the verge of breaking a huge industry record, a great group that’s like family surrounding him for the ride. To say he’s shocked to get a message from his old high school girlfriend after all of these years is putting it mildly, but when he doesn’t get a response when he tries to return her call, he heads that way to track her down.
Hope Thompson was heartbroken all those years ago, but she went on to pick up the pieces and carry on the best she knew how. She has lived a happy life … but her son needs help, and Nick might be the only one that can give it … he just never knew she had been pregnant and that he’s been a father! Can Nick forgive her from keeping this huge secret from him? Will they be able to overcome the anger and hurt to rally around their son?
NASCAR phenomenon Nick Fortune is living the life! A successful career, on the verge of breaking a huge industry record, a great group that’s like family surrounding him for the ride. To say he’s shocked to get a message from his old high school girlfriend after all of these years is putting it mildly, but when he doesn’t get a response when he tries to return her call, he heads that way to track her down.
Hope Thompson was heartbroken all those years ago, but she went on to pick up the pieces and carry on the best she knew how. She has lived a happy life … but her son needs help, and Nick might be the only one that can give it … he just never knew she had been pregnant and that he’s been a father! Can Nick forgive her from keeping this huge secret from him? Will they be able to overcome the anger and hurt to rally around their son?
July 3, 2017
This is the second book I have read by Kimberly Fisk. She is an awesome writer! This is the best book I have read this summer! I enjoyed the book from beginning to end. I cried a few times while reading this book. The story has made me think about how precious life is. We will move heaven and earth to help our children be healthy. We never can give up trying to help the doctors find a cure. Ms. Fisk handle a difficult health problem with such class and dignity. She reminds us we can never give up hope. We don't know what tomorrow will bring. But, we have to be kind and keep trying. Always be kind to everyone.
This story was one with love woven from the beginning to the end. It is a story of difficult mother and daughter relationships. There is a unrequited teenage love. There is the love of best friends. And the love of a man for his children and their mother.
I truly think this is the best book of the summer. You will not be disappointed. Give the book a chance and you too will be happy that you read this book!
This story was one with love woven from the beginning to the end. It is a story of difficult mother and daughter relationships. There is a unrequited teenage love. There is the love of best friends. And the love of a man for his children and their mother.
I truly think this is the best book of the summer. You will not be disappointed. Give the book a chance and you too will be happy that you read this book!
July 27, 2017
FTC: I received a free copy of this book from Pump Up Your Book in exchange for my honest review. I received no other compensation and the opinions expressed in this review are one hundred percent true and my own.
Boardwalk Summer by Kimberly Fisk was a good book but very predictable. Even with that being said I really did enjoy this book and I would love to read more books by this author. I really enjoyed her writing and her characters throughout the book. I really liked Nick, and I am sure that is why I ended up like this book as much as I did. I have never liked a character so much that I would consider him my “book boyfriend, ” but he is that character for me. I loved reading this book during the summer, and I am sure that most people would as well. If you are looking for a new chick-lit book to read this summer then I would recommend this book to you.
Boardwalk Summer by Kimberly Fisk was a good book but very predictable. Even with that being said I really did enjoy this book and I would love to read more books by this author. I really enjoyed her writing and her characters throughout the book. I really liked Nick, and I am sure that is why I ended up like this book as much as I did. I have never liked a character so much that I would consider him my “book boyfriend, ” but he is that character for me. I loved reading this book during the summer, and I am sure that most people would as well. If you are looking for a new chick-lit book to read this summer then I would recommend this book to you.
May 11, 2017
I received an ARC of this book for an honest review.
Hope Thompson and Nick Fortune were high school sweethearts. They made plans for the future. Nick left to start on the dream with plans to return for Hope. Instead, Nick didn't return and Hope found herself pregnant and alone. She ended up moving across the country and raising twins by herself. Sixteen years later, a medical emergency has Hope reaching out to Nick for help. This was not a light, easy summer read. It was a very emotional story of family and second chance love. I enjoyed watching Nick begin to build a relationship with the twins and the building relationship between Nick and Hope. A good read I would definitely recommend to others.
Hope Thompson and Nick Fortune were high school sweethearts. They made plans for the future. Nick left to start on the dream with plans to return for Hope. Instead, Nick didn't return and Hope found herself pregnant and alone. She ended up moving across the country and raising twins by herself. Sixteen years later, a medical emergency has Hope reaching out to Nick for help. This was not a light, easy summer read. It was a very emotional story of family and second chance love. I enjoyed watching Nick begin to build a relationship with the twins and the building relationship between Nick and Hope. A good read I would definitely recommend to others.
November 27, 2018
they were teenage lovers; he left town to make his fortune and it took a lot longer than he thought it would. She finds out she is pregnant and is kicked out by her mother. Sixteen years later her son (fraternal twins) has cancer and needs bone marrow. Hope contacts Nick who is furious she didn't contact him as soon as she knew she was preggers. He is not a match but the evil grandmother is. Granny does the transplant and disappears from the book.
September 6, 2017
A very inspiring book that i enjoyed reading a lot. Here we have Hope a single mother of twins and she lives a pretty good life. She leaves the pain of her past an moves on with her life by raising her children. However, when her son has issues and problems she goes on the deep end to face the one man that broke her heart all those years ago to help save her son. Nick is shocked to see her again let alone the fact he is a father. A must read for book lovers everywhere.
February 13, 2019
Contemporary Second Chance
Wonderful story of a second chance love between a single mom-Hope Thompson with twins Joshua & Susan and the father Nick Fortune. Nick was a champion race car driver & didn’t know he was the father of twins. Joshua had a life threatening disease & Hope needed to find Nick to notify him of his children & that Joshua was very ill. This was a very emotional, tissues needed story but it will leave you with a smile. Enjoy!!
Wonderful story of a second chance love between a single mom-Hope Thompson with twins Joshua & Susan and the father Nick Fortune. Nick was a champion race car driver & didn’t know he was the father of twins. Joshua had a life threatening disease & Hope needed to find Nick to notify him of his children & that Joshua was very ill. This was a very emotional, tissues needed story but it will leave you with a smile. Enjoy!!
October 2, 2017
This is really all I want in a romance novel. A secret baby story (that's my genre kryptonite for romance), a heroine who knows her mind and has a strong personality, and a hero who shows a range of emotions. Also on the pro side: a pretty unique premise, an excellent bestie, and two kids with age-appropriate snark and complexity.
June 8, 2021
I found this book while looking for another by the same name, and I am glad I did. Its a good book but I found Hope a little frustrating at times, but other then that, it was well worth reading. It was sad in parts and I laughed in many parts. I wish Hope's relationship with her mom was explored a little more.
May 23, 2017
Great story I enjoyed my advance copy, thanks!
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