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Blessings, Georgia #5
The Color of Love
He might be winning her heart before she even knows who he is...
Welcome to Blessings, Georgia, the small town with a big heart! Anyone from a small town can tell you that gossip never stays quiet for long. The biggest news lately is Ruby Dye: she's been receiving gifts from a secret admirer. But Ruby isn't sure she can trust this newfound happiness. Nobody knows the dark secrets she keeps about her life before she arrived in Blessings. Is this the beginning of a would-be romance, or is she the target of something more sinister?
Everyone admires Ruby and her determination to do the right thing, especially local lawyer "Peanut" Butterman. He's finally ready to tell her how he feels. But when trouble arrives on Ruby's doorstep and their little town is threatened, Peanut may have to prove himself in ways he never imagined.
Welcome to Blessings, Georgia, the small town with a big heart! Anyone from a small town can tell you that gossip never stays quiet for long. The biggest news lately is Ruby Dye: she's been receiving gifts from a secret admirer. But Ruby isn't sure she can trust this newfound happiness. Nobody knows the dark secrets she keeps about her life before she arrived in Blessings. Is this the beginning of a would-be romance, or is she the target of something more sinister?
Everyone admires Ruby and her determination to do the right thing, especially local lawyer "Peanut" Butterman. He's finally ready to tell her how he feels. But when trouble arrives on Ruby's doorstep and their little town is threatened, Peanut may have to prove himself in ways he never imagined.
320 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 6, 2018
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About the author
Sharon Sala
280 books2,304 followersBiography
Sharon Sala is a Native Oklahoman and still lives within a two hour drive of where she was born.
First published in 1991, she is a New York Times/USA Today, best-selling author with a 135 plus books published in seven different genres, including Romantic suspense, Mystery, Young Adult, Western, Fiction, Women’s Fiction and Non-Fiction.
Industry Awards include:
Eight-time RITA finalist. (Romance Industry award)
The Janet Dailey Award.
Five-time Career Achievement winner from RT Magazine.
Five time winner of the National Reader’s Choice Award.
Five time winner of the Colorado Romance Writer’s Award of Excellence.
Heart of Excellence Award.,
Booksellers Best Award.
Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award RITA, presented by RWA.
Centennial Award from RWA for recognition of her 100th published novel.
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March 17, 2018
Release Date: February 6, 2018
Genre: Small Town Romance
The Color of Love is one of the best small town romances that I have read in a LONG time. The love, compassion, and friendships built within this small community are gorgeous and I found myself wishing I was living in a town like Blessings, Georgia myself. The author does a wonderful job bringing this vibrant place to life in this novel and I honestly don't think it could have been written any better. On top of this, I fell so deeply in love with this story and Blessings as a whole that I immediately went out and purchased the previous 4 books in the series as paperbacks. This was THAT GOOD. Gah! I can't stop thinking about it. It's such a lovely book and I highly recommend it.
Although this novel is the 5th book in the series it can be read as a complete standalone. Each couple featured in the series are separate from one another. To my knowledge, some of the characters from previous books are secondary but don't play big enough parts to make readers feel like they are missing anything.
In this novel, readers will meet the beautiful Ruby and Peanut. Ruby has had her fair share of hardships in life, but one thing she knows for certain is that she can feel safe in Blessings. Why? She is simply surrounded by some of the most amazing friends that any girl could ask for. One of those friends though has had their eye on Ruby for a long time. And it takes a terrible situation for him to finally tell her how he feels for her. Enter Peanut. He is a strong man, one who looks out for those he loves. He has had feelings for Ruby for a long time, but was too afraid that if he told her his true feelings that they would lose their special friendship. But love doesn't wait and Peanut doesn't want any more time to go by without Ruby in his arms.
With a little bit of danger and a whole lot of love, this book will touch any readers heart. I fell in love with the small town of Blessings, Georgia, I felt my heart swell with the blossoming of the relationship between Ruby and Peanut, and I cried happy tears at the end. This is a beautiful novel and I hope readers from all over will give it a try.
Genre: Small Town Romance
The Color of Love is one of the best small town romances that I have read in a LONG time. The love, compassion, and friendships built within this small community are gorgeous and I found myself wishing I was living in a town like Blessings, Georgia myself. The author does a wonderful job bringing this vibrant place to life in this novel and I honestly don't think it could have been written any better. On top of this, I fell so deeply in love with this story and Blessings as a whole that I immediately went out and purchased the previous 4 books in the series as paperbacks. This was THAT GOOD. Gah! I can't stop thinking about it. It's such a lovely book and I highly recommend it.
Although this novel is the 5th book in the series it can be read as a complete standalone. Each couple featured in the series are separate from one another. To my knowledge, some of the characters from previous books are secondary but don't play big enough parts to make readers feel like they are missing anything.
In this novel, readers will meet the beautiful Ruby and Peanut. Ruby has had her fair share of hardships in life, but one thing she knows for certain is that she can feel safe in Blessings. Why? She is simply surrounded by some of the most amazing friends that any girl could ask for. One of those friends though has had their eye on Ruby for a long time. And it takes a terrible situation for him to finally tell her how he feels for her. Enter Peanut. He is a strong man, one who looks out for those he loves. He has had feelings for Ruby for a long time, but was too afraid that if he told her his true feelings that they would lose their special friendship. But love doesn't wait and Peanut doesn't want any more time to go by without Ruby in his arms.
With a little bit of danger and a whole lot of love, this book will touch any readers heart. I fell in love with the small town of Blessings, Georgia, I felt my heart swell with the blossoming of the relationship between Ruby and Peanut, and I cried happy tears at the end. This is a beautiful novel and I hope readers from all over will give it a try.
January 26, 2018
I met hair salon owner, community matchmaker, and all around deep-hearted Ruby Dye in the prequel to this series and giving, competent and caring lawyer, Peanut Butterman nearly as early. Their shy and sweet little friends to lovers has been building through the whole series. Finally, its their book.
The Color of Love is the fifth installment in the Blessings, Georgia series. Each book introduces a new couple from the small town group, or at times, a newcomer to Blessings stirs things up. Each book has the built in flexibility to be enjoyed best in order, but also plucked out as a standalone. Until... yes, until now. Because of the build of this couple's romance, it really does work best to be read at least after the last few otherwise it looks like the most awkward case of instalove out there.
The Color of Love begins on a bang. Ruby has seemed like the most open woman in town, but she had one really dreadful secret- an abusive ex. And Jarrod Dye has found her and it all goes wrong when his once timid ex-wife fights him. A kidnapping and assault and an APB later and Peanut realizes he might lose Ruby for good before he ever screwed up his courage to tell her how he feels about her and Ruby is busy having her own share of regrets, too.
As is usual, the author fills her book with a handful of smalltown happenings besides the main romance. There is poor Melissa getting fired from her job and losing an old friend at the same time. There's a destitute family in town needing to catch a long overdue break. And three sisters who ignored a mother's dying wish. Peanut and Ruby are in the middle of it all.
Now, I wanted this story sooooo badly I could taste it. But, this is a gently-paced laid back series so I was reasonable about my wants. This is good because I felt Ruby's character slid off the rails somewhat in her own book. I didn't hate this particular incarnation of Ruby, but I missed the sage, heart of gold and touch of humor woman I've come to know. I get that she's had an up close and personal with trauma and the character responded to this in genuine ways, but- it might just be me- I had only rare glimpses of a familiar Ruby. This one was resentful if she even imagined someone's face or words showed care, angry and bitter, 'I am an island' attitude, and oh so dramatic. And Peanut- he was a doll, but if he used one endearment he used a thousand once he and Ruby had an understanding.
So, I liked many aspects of this book, but I didn't love it mostly because I felt I was reading about a very different heroine from the one who has been the mainstay through the whole series. That said, this one was suspenseful, heartwarming, and lovably small town. I will be back for more- we have some worthy and lonely widows and a prodigal son back in town.
My thanks to Sourcebooks Casablanca for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
The Color of Love is the fifth installment in the Blessings, Georgia series. Each book introduces a new couple from the small town group, or at times, a newcomer to Blessings stirs things up. Each book has the built in flexibility to be enjoyed best in order, but also plucked out as a standalone. Until... yes, until now. Because of the build of this couple's romance, it really does work best to be read at least after the last few otherwise it looks like the most awkward case of instalove out there.
The Color of Love begins on a bang. Ruby has seemed like the most open woman in town, but she had one really dreadful secret- an abusive ex. And Jarrod Dye has found her and it all goes wrong when his once timid ex-wife fights him. A kidnapping and assault and an APB later and Peanut realizes he might lose Ruby for good before he ever screwed up his courage to tell her how he feels about her and Ruby is busy having her own share of regrets, too.
As is usual, the author fills her book with a handful of smalltown happenings besides the main romance. There is poor Melissa getting fired from her job and losing an old friend at the same time. There's a destitute family in town needing to catch a long overdue break. And three sisters who ignored a mother's dying wish. Peanut and Ruby are in the middle of it all.
Now, I wanted this story sooooo badly I could taste it. But, this is a gently-paced laid back series so I was reasonable about my wants. This is good because I felt Ruby's character slid off the rails somewhat in her own book. I didn't hate this particular incarnation of Ruby, but I missed the sage, heart of gold and touch of humor woman I've come to know. I get that she's had an up close and personal with trauma and the character responded to this in genuine ways, but- it might just be me- I had only rare glimpses of a familiar Ruby. This one was resentful if she even imagined someone's face or words showed care, angry and bitter, 'I am an island' attitude, and oh so dramatic. And Peanut- he was a doll, but if he used one endearment he used a thousand once he and Ruby had an understanding.
So, I liked many aspects of this book, but I didn't love it mostly because I felt I was reading about a very different heroine from the one who has been the mainstay through the whole series. That said, this one was suspenseful, heartwarming, and lovably small town. I will be back for more- we have some worthy and lonely widows and a prodigal son back in town.
My thanks to Sourcebooks Casablanca for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
March 26, 2018
1.5 stars.
I'm sorry to say that I didn't really enjoy this one. We don't really see the MCs falling in love with each other so it seemed a little like instalove even though it wasn't. Their feelings felt rushed superficial, which was unfortunate, since the MCs were so sweet to each other. Then there was all the OTT drama. Seriously, this one read like a soap opera. And the multiple povs and multiple concurrent story lines made for a very fragmented story.
I'm sorry to say that I didn't really enjoy this one. We don't really see the MCs falling in love with each other so it seemed a little like instalove even though it wasn't. Their feelings felt rushed superficial, which was unfortunate, since the MCs were so sweet to each other. Then there was all the OTT drama. Seriously, this one read like a soap opera. And the multiple povs and multiple concurrent story lines made for a very fragmented story.
February 7, 2018
This was my first visit to Blessings, Georgia and I loved it! Such a fun, quirky, sweet, emotional romantic journey for this adorable couple.
Ruby Dye small town hair salon owner has been receiving presents from a secret admire and is the talk of the town. Peanut (P. Nutt) Butterman is the small towns only lawyer and the sweetest. He has his eye on Ruby and is forced to come out of his shell to protect her when her past comes back with a vengeance. Highly entertaining, emotionally thrilling and engaging cuddled up in bed reading. Now have the overwhelming urge to go back and read the beginning of the series.
Ruby Dye small town hair salon owner has been receiving presents from a secret admire and is the talk of the town. Peanut (P. Nutt) Butterman is the small towns only lawyer and the sweetest. He has his eye on Ruby and is forced to come out of his shell to protect her when her past comes back with a vengeance. Highly entertaining, emotionally thrilling and engaging cuddled up in bed reading. Now have the overwhelming urge to go back and read the beginning of the series.
February 12, 2018
Every time I read one of the Blessings, Georgia books, I wish I lived there. Sharon Sala has created a community filled with very believable people...the lovely ones and the snarky ones. When they all come together, the result is a wonderful, caring community.
March 3, 2018
I loved this book with lots of fast paced exciting action. It started out strong and just kept going. It helped suspecting this relationship from previous books and the bond between people in the town. These were two of my favorite characters in the series. "Peanut" is ready to admit he is Ruby's secret admirer when she gets into trouble.
February 19, 2020
Ruby and the local lawyer are finally together when her ex-husband shows up and kidnapped her. when he is sent away he contacts his brother to tell him he will be in jail for life and Ruby is ok. His brother goes after Ruby and shots her lawyer. Part of this seemed odd, he didn’t remember anything or anyone including Ruby so she dyes her hair from blond to black. That seemed strange if you want to help someone remember you to change the way you look. An elderly resident leaves the home and a 12 year old boy and his dog help to find her. The town finds out that his family has no utilities, food or clothes and get them help. The book has many stories of people in the town.
December 3, 2017
The Color of Love is a strange book. It's a combination of plot devices that doesn't make sense. is it quirky? A comedy? A drama? The heroine who is 35, and the hero, 10 years older than she, and has the name of Peanut because of his real name- P. Nutt act like they're much older than they are. If I didn't know how old they were, I would assume they were near retirement. Their chemistry is non-existent and the drama surrounding their lives, specifically the heroine feels so fake. Ruby Dye, the heroine with the ridiculous sounding name is not only attack by her abusive ex-husband, who appears for no rhyme or reason, but his brother who wants to take Ruby out also because she dared to fight back against her ex who kidnapped her and left her bloody and beaten. Peanut, the respects town lawyer, who maybe should be been named Peanut Butter because he comes across as exciting as peanut butter has no real personality, whereas Ruby's personality is too cartoonish and a caricature that makes this small town romance grating on one's nerves because it's too one-dimensional and poorly plotted.
Sharon Sala is a well respected author in the romance genre, but this latest should have not been published as is. The editing that is very much needed is missing here. The overall story is a poor attempt at being quaint and cutesy, which doesn't fit, especially when the heroine is the victim of two criminal men you expect to slink along while twirling their mustaches like some silly cartoon.
A big pass on this one.
Sharon Sala is a well respected author in the romance genre, but this latest should have not been published as is. The editing that is very much needed is missing here. The overall story is a poor attempt at being quaint and cutesy, which doesn't fit, especially when the heroine is the victim of two criminal men you expect to slink along while twirling their mustaches like some silly cartoon.
A big pass on this one.
February 5, 2018
Reading this book feels like stepping into a 1960’s sitcom like Andy Griffith. Everybody knows everyone and their business. The town evolves around the news and gossip learned at the Curl Up and Dye beauty shop/hair salon. There are many subplots going on at the same time. The writing is simplistic and, frankly, boring.
Peanut (P. Nutt Butterman) is the town lawyer. Seriously? What a ridiculous name for a lawyer, even one in a small town. I’m sure it was meant to be funny, but it fell flat for me. He’s 45, been in love with Ruby for a year and a half, joined committees just to spend time with her and sent many gifts over the last several months to her signed only as your secret admirer. Rolling my eyes. Dude, you’re a lawyer, where did you leave your balls? Wimpy guys are so not my forte.
Ruby Dye has lived in Blessings, GA for the last 15 years. She escaped a physically abusive ex-husband and started a new life. Somehow, in those 15 years, no one, not even her best friend, knew anything about the abuse, just the divorce. The Curl Up and Dye is her business. Her ex-husband drives several hours from Tennessee into Georgia (really?) to harass her for money - after 15 years of no contact.
So many unrealistic/unbelievable moments. I’m only at 30% and I don’t care about any of these people or what’s going to happen to them. So this is a DNF for me.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher.
Peanut (P. Nutt Butterman) is the town lawyer. Seriously? What a ridiculous name for a lawyer, even one in a small town. I’m sure it was meant to be funny, but it fell flat for me. He’s 45, been in love with Ruby for a year and a half, joined committees just to spend time with her and sent many gifts over the last several months to her signed only as your secret admirer. Rolling my eyes. Dude, you’re a lawyer, where did you leave your balls? Wimpy guys are so not my forte.
Ruby Dye has lived in Blessings, GA for the last 15 years. She escaped a physically abusive ex-husband and started a new life. Somehow, in those 15 years, no one, not even her best friend, knew anything about the abuse, just the divorce. The Curl Up and Dye is her business. Her ex-husband drives several hours from Tennessee into Georgia (really?) to harass her for money - after 15 years of no contact.
So many unrealistic/unbelievable moments. I’m only at 30% and I don’t care about any of these people or what’s going to happen to them. So this is a DNF for me.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher.
July 7, 2018
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Veronica – ☆☆☆☆
Ruby Dye is such an amazing woman I was thrilled she finally got her own story. Ruby has a secret admirer who has been sending her gifts. Local lawyer and Ruby’s friend, Peanut Butterman, is scheduled to have lunch with Ruby to confess his feelings but Ruby’s ex shows up and bad things happen and get in the way.
Ruby and Peanut’s romance is simple and beautiful, with lots of other little stories of Blessings woven through it. Ruby’s issues with her ex and his family, a single mum and her kids who have fallen on hard times, the passing of a local man who leaves a large estate, and more all meander around Ruby and Peanut’s love story. I also enjoy when the misbehaving characters in these stories get what is coming to them. It is so satisfying.
The Color of Love is a charming story. I was wondering if this would be the final story in Blessings, Georgia but a hint at the end of the wonderful epilogue suggests there will be more.
Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of The Color of Love (Blessings, Georgia #5) by Sharon Sala to read and review.
Reviews by the Wicked Reads Review Team
Veronica – ☆☆☆☆
Ruby Dye is such an amazing woman I was thrilled she finally got her own story. Ruby has a secret admirer who has been sending her gifts. Local lawyer and Ruby’s friend, Peanut Butterman, is scheduled to have lunch with Ruby to confess his feelings but Ruby’s ex shows up and bad things happen and get in the way.
Ruby and Peanut’s romance is simple and beautiful, with lots of other little stories of Blessings woven through it. Ruby’s issues with her ex and his family, a single mum and her kids who have fallen on hard times, the passing of a local man who leaves a large estate, and more all meander around Ruby and Peanut’s love story. I also enjoy when the misbehaving characters in these stories get what is coming to them. It is so satisfying.
The Color of Love is a charming story. I was wondering if this would be the final story in Blessings, Georgia but a hint at the end of the wonderful epilogue suggests there will be more.
Reviewers on the Wicked Reads Review Team were provided a free copy of The Color of Love (Blessings, Georgia #5) by Sharon Sala to read and review.
June 29, 2018
I never hesitate to buy a Sharon Sala book. She’s been one of my go to authors for nearly 13 years. She can write books that draw me in, grab my attention, and leave me amazed at her talented storytelling.
I have loved all The Blessings, Georgia books, each one has been phenomenal. That being said, I could not wait for Miss Ruby’s book.
Well I wasn’t disappointed, Color Of Love might be the best one in the series yet.
Charlie and Pitty-Pat stole my heart.
All the wonderful folks of Blessings coming together during a tragedy, just reaffirms how small towns take care of their own.
The love between Ruby and Peanut was everything I imagined, since I’ve been waiting years for these two to declare their love.
And true to Sharon Sala fashion, she threw in several curve balls and unexpected twists in this one.
I don’t want to give the plot or storyline away to those who haven’t read it. But if you haven’t, I say go grab it now and be prepared to be shocked and awed!!!!
I have loved all The Blessings, Georgia books, each one has been phenomenal. That being said, I could not wait for Miss Ruby’s book.
Well I wasn’t disappointed, Color Of Love might be the best one in the series yet.
Charlie and Pitty-Pat stole my heart.
All the wonderful folks of Blessings coming together during a tragedy, just reaffirms how small towns take care of their own.
The love between Ruby and Peanut was everything I imagined, since I’ve been waiting years for these two to declare their love.
And true to Sharon Sala fashion, she threw in several curve balls and unexpected twists in this one.
I don’t want to give the plot or storyline away to those who haven’t read it. But if you haven’t, I say go grab it now and be prepared to be shocked and awed!!!!
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February 16, 2018
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I love small town romances and Sala’s Blessings, Georgia series hits all the right spots with it’s nosy, judgemental and gossipy residents whose love, compassion, and forgiveness make living there, well, a blessing. The Color of Love revolves around the whole town through each book focuses mainly on one couple. Second chances are the main theme and Sala applies it to series of people who more than deserve it. The story shocks as we open the book an assault and kidnapping. Sala gives us the background on this couple so we can understand the who, what, and whys. Rescued almost immediately, we watch as the town tries to deal with one of their own being hurt and how they try to help them heal.
This story engages from page one as Sala sets the tone and scene. Solid characterization, charming narrative, and a multifaceted storyline make this a feel-good story with some added spiciness. Plenty of humor and wit keeps the story moving at a steady pace while the usual heart-pinching scenes that are indicative of these stories dot the landscape. Reading this series is like wrapping up in a soft blanket on a cold day. There is comfort in the familiar and the soft emotional response it elicits. There is a strong inspirational tone that has in my opinion only grown deeper since the beginning of the series but it matches the world in which it is set. Small towns are often built on the faith of its residents and that faith is what sustains them during the bad times while giving them cause to rejoice during the good times.
Having met the protagonists in earlier books, I enjoyed getting to spend more quality time with Peanut and Ruby. Peanut, the town lawyer, has been in love with Rudy, who owns the Curl Up and Dye hair salon, for a while now. He had been playing her secret admirer but her near-death experience forced him to declare him and now these two are courting one another. They are both strong, kind, intelligent people who, despite the trials and tribulations of their lives, remain strong in faith and heart. I liked that Sala pushes that despite Rudy’s past, she never blames herself. As this relationship has been developing over a course of a few years, starting out as a friendship only to develop into something deeper, the physical aspects occur a little faster then some may expect. Peanut helps Rudy to heal physically and mentally from her assault, allowing them both to move forward with their romance.
Using Peanut and Ruby romance as the base, Sala introduces some new residents to the town while taking others in new directions. One family’s need for help comes to the attention of the local sheriff while a widow discovers that when one door closes, it to open another one. You just have to have the courage to walk through it. Watching each person this little town find their footing place is fun to watch and Sala does a wonderful job of continuing to define and develop the various relationships of the town.
I did feel Sala manipulated the events in order to exploit the emotional tone of the book. Between the widow’s sudden windfall and Peanut’s ordeal towards the end, my eyebrows raised quite a few times. There was a slickness to this story that wasn’t seen in the others and that bothered me a little. Regardless, fans of Sala and small towns filled with southern charm and huge hearts are sure to enjoy her latest story which tells us all second chances belong to all those who have the courage to reach for them.
RATING: C+
I love small town romances and Sala’s Blessings, Georgia series hits all the right spots with it’s nosy, judgemental and gossipy residents whose love, compassion, and forgiveness make living there, well, a blessing. The Color of Love revolves around the whole town through each book focuses mainly on one couple. Second chances are the main theme and Sala applies it to series of people who more than deserve it. The story shocks as we open the book an assault and kidnapping. Sala gives us the background on this couple so we can understand the who, what, and whys. Rescued almost immediately, we watch as the town tries to deal with one of their own being hurt and how they try to help them heal.
This story engages from page one as Sala sets the tone and scene. Solid characterization, charming narrative, and a multifaceted storyline make this a feel-good story with some added spiciness. Plenty of humor and wit keeps the story moving at a steady pace while the usual heart-pinching scenes that are indicative of these stories dot the landscape. Reading this series is like wrapping up in a soft blanket on a cold day. There is comfort in the familiar and the soft emotional response it elicits. There is a strong inspirational tone that has in my opinion only grown deeper since the beginning of the series but it matches the world in which it is set. Small towns are often built on the faith of its residents and that faith is what sustains them during the bad times while giving them cause to rejoice during the good times.
Having met the protagonists in earlier books, I enjoyed getting to spend more quality time with Peanut and Ruby. Peanut, the town lawyer, has been in love with Rudy, who owns the Curl Up and Dye hair salon, for a while now. He had been playing her secret admirer but her near-death experience forced him to declare him and now these two are courting one another. They are both strong, kind, intelligent people who, despite the trials and tribulations of their lives, remain strong in faith and heart. I liked that Sala pushes that despite Rudy’s past, she never blames herself. As this relationship has been developing over a course of a few years, starting out as a friendship only to develop into something deeper, the physical aspects occur a little faster then some may expect. Peanut helps Rudy to heal physically and mentally from her assault, allowing them both to move forward with their romance.
Using Peanut and Ruby romance as the base, Sala introduces some new residents to the town while taking others in new directions. One family’s need for help comes to the attention of the local sheriff while a widow discovers that when one door closes, it to open another one. You just have to have the courage to walk through it. Watching each person this little town find their footing place is fun to watch and Sala does a wonderful job of continuing to define and develop the various relationships of the town.
I did feel Sala manipulated the events in order to exploit the emotional tone of the book. Between the widow’s sudden windfall and Peanut’s ordeal towards the end, my eyebrows raised quite a few times. There was a slickness to this story that wasn’t seen in the others and that bothered me a little. Regardless, fans of Sala and small towns filled with southern charm and huge hearts are sure to enjoy her latest story which tells us all second chances belong to all those who have the courage to reach for them.
RATING: C+
October 28, 2018
Reviewed by JoAnne
Book provided by NetGalley
Originally posted at Romancing the Book
An enjoyable read that placed me back in Blessings, Georgia, a small-town with a lot of heart and a lot of gossipers! It was nice to be reunited with characters I’ve met before and see where life has taken them. This is Ruby and Peanut’s story and what a story it is.
When Ruby and Peanut finally realize they have feelings for each other, and not just as friends, it takes on a life of its own. When those feelings are found to be reciprocated, look out! Ruby has a past that caused her to feel she wasn’t capable of being loved by a good man. Peanut plans to change all that but he doesn’t get too far in his plans when her past catches up with her and puts her life and others in danger. Watching how they deal with her past while hoping for a future was both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Seeing the support of her friends was touching.
There are crimes committed, injuries, illness, hurt, anger, fear, sadness, death, loneliness, secrets, jobs lost, businesses, happiness, loving, love, romance, help for those in need and those helping themselves get ahead. There are family and friends and the community as a whole that pulls together in the time of need. There are many stories being told and all are woven seamlessly together. There is a depth to the characters and small town living is depicted – both the good and the bad. There are several happily-ever-afters as well as nice closure with enough loose ends to take us to the next book in the series and I for one can’t wait.
Sala is a fairly new to me author having only read Curl Up and Dye and I’ll Stand By You. Somehow I missed reading the first, third and fourth books in the series,You and Only You, Saving Jake and A Piece of My Heart, which I hope to rectify soon. Sala writes from the heart with well-developed plots and characters. I will be adding many of her books, not just the ones in this series, to my always growing TBR pile.
Book provided by NetGalley
Originally posted at Romancing the Book
An enjoyable read that placed me back in Blessings, Georgia, a small-town with a lot of heart and a lot of gossipers! It was nice to be reunited with characters I’ve met before and see where life has taken them. This is Ruby and Peanut’s story and what a story it is.
When Ruby and Peanut finally realize they have feelings for each other, and not just as friends, it takes on a life of its own. When those feelings are found to be reciprocated, look out! Ruby has a past that caused her to feel she wasn’t capable of being loved by a good man. Peanut plans to change all that but he doesn’t get too far in his plans when her past catches up with her and puts her life and others in danger. Watching how they deal with her past while hoping for a future was both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Seeing the support of her friends was touching.
There are crimes committed, injuries, illness, hurt, anger, fear, sadness, death, loneliness, secrets, jobs lost, businesses, happiness, loving, love, romance, help for those in need and those helping themselves get ahead. There are family and friends and the community as a whole that pulls together in the time of need. There are many stories being told and all are woven seamlessly together. There is a depth to the characters and small town living is depicted – both the good and the bad. There are several happily-ever-afters as well as nice closure with enough loose ends to take us to the next book in the series and I for one can’t wait.
Sala is a fairly new to me author having only read Curl Up and Dye and I’ll Stand By You. Somehow I missed reading the first, third and fourth books in the series,You and Only You, Saving Jake and A Piece of My Heart, which I hope to rectify soon. Sala writes from the heart with well-developed plots and characters. I will be adding many of her books, not just the ones in this series, to my always growing TBR pile.
January 27, 2018
The stories of the characters who inhabit the town of Blessings, GA, is almost more a story of an almost dysfunctional family. That’s not a bad thing. In fact, it makes for a delightful series about the people of this town.
Ruby Dye and Peanut (P. Nutt) Butterman have been around since the beginning of the series and have jumped in and out of each other’s lives while trying to get something going. Ruby owns the Curl Up and Dye beauty salon. She’s a small 30ish woman with a past. She reminds me of the Dolly Parton character in Steel Magnolias. She’s sweet and looks out for others more than she looks out for herself. She’s been the recipient of gifts and flowers from a secret admirer. But her past is about to catch up with her, with catastrophic results.
Peanut is a lawyer, in fact the only lawyer in Blessings and he’s got his eye on Ruby. Peanut is in his 40s, never married, and has no family. When Ruby is the victim of a terrible crime Peanut realizes he has to step out of his shell and declare his intentions to Ruby before he loses her.
There are many other characters in this story. Some are background people, others move forward and become secondary characters with their own stories to tell. There’s 12 year old Charlie, trying to support his sick mother and little sister. They need help but don’t know how to get it. There’s also Melissa, who has been working at the hardware store for years until the store owner needs to make room on his payroll for his nephew and fires Melissa. This time the phrase “hell hath no fury like a woman scorned” has nothing to do with romance as Melissa rains karma down like a flood on the hardward store owner. In Blessings good things come almost as fast as bad things and for Melissa, a godsend saves her.
There are deaths and weddings and as in most small towns they are intertwined. I really enjoyed the fact that in Blessings people help each other, even when it seems like they don’t deserve it. And sometimes they don’t. A delightful book and highly recommended, as are all of Sharon Sala’s books.
Ruby Dye and Peanut (P. Nutt) Butterman have been around since the beginning of the series and have jumped in and out of each other’s lives while trying to get something going. Ruby owns the Curl Up and Dye beauty salon. She’s a small 30ish woman with a past. She reminds me of the Dolly Parton character in Steel Magnolias. She’s sweet and looks out for others more than she looks out for herself. She’s been the recipient of gifts and flowers from a secret admirer. But her past is about to catch up with her, with catastrophic results.
Peanut is a lawyer, in fact the only lawyer in Blessings and he’s got his eye on Ruby. Peanut is in his 40s, never married, and has no family. When Ruby is the victim of a terrible crime Peanut realizes he has to step out of his shell and declare his intentions to Ruby before he loses her.
There are many other characters in this story. Some are background people, others move forward and become secondary characters with their own stories to tell. There’s 12 year old Charlie, trying to support his sick mother and little sister. They need help but don’t know how to get it. There’s also Melissa, who has been working at the hardware store for years until the store owner needs to make room on his payroll for his nephew and fires Melissa. This time the phrase “hell hath no fury like a woman scorned” has nothing to do with romance as Melissa rains karma down like a flood on the hardward store owner. In Blessings good things come almost as fast as bad things and for Melissa, a godsend saves her.
There are deaths and weddings and as in most small towns they are intertwined. I really enjoyed the fact that in Blessings people help each other, even when it seems like they don’t deserve it. And sometimes they don’t. A delightful book and highly recommended, as are all of Sharon Sala’s books.
December 27, 2017
Grab a chair, take a deep breath, and sink into the community of Blessings, Georgia with this contemporary series by Sharon Sala. The Color of Love is the fifth book of this series and features Ruby Dye, the heart of the town. Ruby has overcome a lot in her life but now finds herself a settled home and business owner. She only wishes she could figure out who might be her secret admirer. Little did Ruby know that life as she knew it would change forever with the reappearance of her ex-husband. As Ruby’s story unfolds, Sala keeps us up-to-date on all the residents of Blessings. Sala weaves minor stories into the major storyline of Ruby and her secret admirer.
If you are looking for feel good story, this book is for you. Sharon Sala has the ability to take your emotions through a roller coaster ride, but leaves you with a happy ending.
If you are looking for feel good story, this book is for you. Sharon Sala has the ability to take your emotions through a roller coaster ride, but leaves you with a happy ending.
February 7, 2018
I received a free copy of this book to read and review for Wicked Reads.
Ruby Dye is such an amazing woman I was thrilled she finally got her own story. Ruby has a secret admirer who has been sending her gifts. Local lawyer and Ruby’s friend, Peanut Butterman, is scheduled to have lunch with Ruby to confess his feelings but Ruby’s ex shows up and bad things happen and get in the way.
Ruby and Peanut’s romance and simple and beautiful, with lots of other little stories of Blessings woven through it. Ruby’s issues with her ex and his family, a single mum and her kids who have fallen on hard times, the passing of a local man who leaves a large estate and more all meander around Ruby and Peanut’s love story. I also enjoy when the misbehaving characters in these stories get what is coming to them. It is so satisfying.
The Color of Love is a charming story. I was wondering if this would be the final story in Blessings, Georgia but a hint at the end of the wonderful epilogue suggests there will be more.
Ruby Dye is such an amazing woman I was thrilled she finally got her own story. Ruby has a secret admirer who has been sending her gifts. Local lawyer and Ruby’s friend, Peanut Butterman, is scheduled to have lunch with Ruby to confess his feelings but Ruby’s ex shows up and bad things happen and get in the way.
Ruby and Peanut’s romance and simple and beautiful, with lots of other little stories of Blessings woven through it. Ruby’s issues with her ex and his family, a single mum and her kids who have fallen on hard times, the passing of a local man who leaves a large estate and more all meander around Ruby and Peanut’s love story. I also enjoy when the misbehaving characters in these stories get what is coming to them. It is so satisfying.
The Color of Love is a charming story. I was wondering if this would be the final story in Blessings, Georgia but a hint at the end of the wonderful epilogue suggests there will be more.
January 26, 2018
I love the town of Blessings and how everyone comes together as a community to support and help one another. Makes me wish I lived in this town (or maybe one similar to it!)
This installment focuses on Ruby and Peanut. Peanut has been sending Ruby gifts as a secret admirer and now is the time to reveal himself and his love for Ruby. Luckily Ruby loves him just as much! The road to the forever for these two is not easy and they have to deal with Ruby's ex-husband and a serious incident with Peanut that lands him in the hospital. But true love wins out in the end.
This book is very uplifting but has some dark and down moments, but it is what adds complexity to the book. There are some lessons that everyone can take away from this book, especially in how to treat someone.
If you have not read this series, definitely start with the first book as each book builds on the last one.
This installment focuses on Ruby and Peanut. Peanut has been sending Ruby gifts as a secret admirer and now is the time to reveal himself and his love for Ruby. Luckily Ruby loves him just as much! The road to the forever for these two is not easy and they have to deal with Ruby's ex-husband and a serious incident with Peanut that lands him in the hospital. But true love wins out in the end.
This book is very uplifting but has some dark and down moments, but it is what adds complexity to the book. There are some lessons that everyone can take away from this book, especially in how to treat someone.
If you have not read this series, definitely start with the first book as each book builds on the last one.
February 15, 2019
3.5 stars
I like this series because of the slice of life look at a lot of different characters. It is nicely soapy. This one features a main couple whose romance catalyst is a kidnapping, but we also get a few side stories including one featuring a woman who comes into an unexpected windfall as well a family who has hit hard times.
That said, I can't give these books higher than 3 stars. They are a bit too sweet for my personal taste in places and I would even say this one is inspie adjacent. Just way to much talking about praying for my taste.
I like this series because of the slice of life look at a lot of different characters. It is nicely soapy. This one features a main couple whose romance catalyst is a kidnapping, but we also get a few side stories including one featuring a woman who comes into an unexpected windfall as well a family who has hit hard times.
That said, I can't give these books higher than 3 stars. They are a bit too sweet for my personal taste in places and I would even say this one is inspie adjacent. Just way to much talking about praying for my taste.
February 25, 2018
Loved it!
Sharon Sala keeps the citizens of Blessings, Georgia in your mind and heart. What a great book Ruby and Peanut's story is. The pages just keep turning as you can't help but wonder what is going to happen next with all of the wonderful characters in this town. I am, as always, looking forward to the next book and can hardly wait!
Sharon Sala keeps the citizens of Blessings, Georgia in your mind and heart. What a great book Ruby and Peanut's story is. The pages just keep turning as you can't help but wonder what is going to happen next with all of the wonderful characters in this town. I am, as always, looking forward to the next book and can hardly wait!
January 28, 2020
This is such an enjoyable series!
April 25, 2018
I have absolutely nothing bad to say about this book! I have loved the Blessings Georgia series from the beginning and this is the latest though there is another coming soon.
This book focuses on Ruby Dye, the owner of the towns’ hair salon. We meet Ruby in the first book and she’s always been on the sidelines helping organize fundraisers and other events to help her community. This time isn’t really different, however, we finally learn the reason Ruby ended up in Blessings. Her past comes back to haunt her but it’s no match for this new and improved Ruby. And although things go backwards for a moment, Ruby finally gets what she deserves.
There are other people you meet in this book as well. The end just leaves you with a feeling of great joy. This is the perfect quiet Sunday afternoon read—the perfect end or beginning to a week.
This book focuses on Ruby Dye, the owner of the towns’ hair salon. We meet Ruby in the first book and she’s always been on the sidelines helping organize fundraisers and other events to help her community. This time isn’t really different, however, we finally learn the reason Ruby ended up in Blessings. Her past comes back to haunt her but it’s no match for this new and improved Ruby. And although things go backwards for a moment, Ruby finally gets what she deserves.
There are other people you meet in this book as well. The end just leaves you with a feeling of great joy. This is the perfect quiet Sunday afternoon read—the perfect end or beginning to a week.
January 26, 2018
I have been a fan of the author for years and have always loved her suspense/romance stories, full of complex characters and an engaging plot. When given the opportunity to read this book in her Blessing ,GA series, I did not hesitate.
It was definitely different from the previous stories I had read by Ms Sala, and I have to confess, I was taken aback. The style was totally different. Seemed more like a book written by a new YA author and not a seasoned one.
The main characters are Ruby Dye and “Peanut”. That said, though the “mystery/action” revolts mostly around Ruby, the story went all over the place.
It was quirky, and old fashion, and at times the dialogue seem stilled. More like a 1950s Mulberry story with lots of characters thrown together each having their own idiosyncrasy but none fully developed.
Sadly, a disappointment. Since I respect the author’s talent , I have given it a 3 star rating.
I was gifted this book by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
It was definitely different from the previous stories I had read by Ms Sala, and I have to confess, I was taken aback. The style was totally different. Seemed more like a book written by a new YA author and not a seasoned one.
The main characters are Ruby Dye and “Peanut”. That said, though the “mystery/action” revolts mostly around Ruby, the story went all over the place.
It was quirky, and old fashion, and at times the dialogue seem stilled. More like a 1950s Mulberry story with lots of characters thrown together each having their own idiosyncrasy but none fully developed.
Sadly, a disappointment. Since I respect the author’s talent , I have given it a 3 star rating.
I was gifted this book by Netgalley. The opinions expressed are solely my own.
October 7, 2021
This is really more 1.5, but I'm feeling generous. I started reading Sharon Sala because these were sweet romances, but this is the second book I read (I do them out of order) where I didn't feel any romance in this novel. The couple proclaims their love to each other in the first few chapters, so there's no build up or journey of them falling in love. Ruby and Peanut are characters that have been established in other books, so this novel didn't take any time to let the reader get to know the characters, which is a disservice for any reader who doesn't read the books in order. Also, whenever I read about these characters in previous novels, I always pictured them as older, almost seniors, so it was startling to discover they were only 35 and 45. Even in this novel, their way of talking and behaving comes across as so old fashioned. It's southern charm but way over the top. Without the story of them falling in love, it really felt like this novel was just a collection of incidents happening at the same time. There was the kidnapping/murder plot about Ruby which was overly dramatic, Melissa firing/inheritance, along with the three obnoxious heirs, plus the story of a poor family the town comes together to help and the senior getting lost. It was a lot to take in and the problem was I didn't care about any of the characters. Everything felt so sickeningly sweet or over the top. I might compare it to a Hallmark movie, but this was even more cheesy. Also, this book is not labeled Christian, but it felt a little heavy handed on the church and prayers that I think it could be labeled as such (if not for the two basic and not overly detailed sex scenes). I'm still hopeful to rediscover the charm of her writing that I saw in the first few books, but I'm leery.
April 10, 2022
I have enjoyed Sharon Sala’s Blessings, Georgia series, as a nice light read. However, this book has changed my opinion. This had just too much extra activity and unnecessary subplots that did not add anything to the main theme of Ruby Dye and Peanut Butterman and their road to romance and their happy eve after. While they have appeared in the previous books in the series and this was time there too much of the novel was taken up subplots: Alice Conroy and her children; and Melissa Dean and her inheritance. Added to all of this was the injuries that Peanut sustained protecting Ruby from her ex-brother-in-law which just added melodrama instead of drama. It had gone beyond a nice light read to being melodramatic. I know that Sharon Sala tackles confronting issues in society and with a realistic but sympathetic touch, but this book just took things too far. Two major issues; we don’t know why Ruby’s ex husband came looking for her; and we don’t know how he found out where she was as they had had no contact for 15 years. All in all a big disappointment.
September 26, 2018
"I was in my slip and underwear when Jarrod knocked...", "So cold," Ruby said, shivering as Peanut lifted her out of the wheel chair and into the backseat of the cruiser.
Guess what? This book sucked. It's just smut hidden under weird relationships that are developed poorly and dialogue that doesn't resemble real life slightly. The library had a "TOO GOOD TO MISS" sticker on this one. I'll do them a favor and remove it.
Also, who the hell chooses Peanut as a character name?
Guess what? This book sucked. It's just smut hidden under weird relationships that are developed poorly and dialogue that doesn't resemble real life slightly. The library had a "TOO GOOD TO MISS" sticker on this one. I'll do them a favor and remove it.
Also, who the hell chooses Peanut as a character name?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 17, 2018
This was my first book in the series and I will not be reading another one. The characters were tiring and boring. You would have thought these two were a retired couple instead of middle aged. The book did not hold my interest at all. I read a little then jumped to the back. It was very predictable.
May 13, 2019
I have enjoyed the Blessings series but Ruby's story fell a little flat for me since she is such an engaging character in the previous stories and is unresponsive for much of this book.
April 8, 2018
The Color of Love is the fifth novel in Sharon Sala's Blessings, Georgia series, and going back to Blessings is always a treat, just like a visit with dear, old friends. In this installment, hair salon owner Ruby Dye is featured, and having grown up in my parents' hair salons, it was a lot like going home. It also reminded me of the film Steel Magnolias, and Ruby and the cast of characters in this novel are as steel magnolia as it gets, and it gets 5 stars from this reader.
If you're following this wonderful series, you already learned that Ruby had a secret admirer in the last book, and in this one, we finally find out who he is, but before we learn his identity, Ruby gets an unexpected and unwelcome visit from her abusive ex-husband, who beats her, kidnaps her and plans to kill her. Thankfully, she escapes, her ex is caught and arrested, and Ruby gets to spend time recuperating from her ordeal at the house of Blessings' only lawyer, Peanut Butterman (no, I'm not kidding, and yes, Sharon Sala has quite a sense of humor), which is when Peanut announces that he's her secret admirer, and Ruby echoes her feelings for him, but don't think you're even close to their happily ever after yet.
This novel also has concurrent subplots galore, each one a gem, from Ruby discovering a destitute family and marshaling the townspeople to help them, the death of an elderly man from Blessings and the settling of his estate--his 3 greedy heirs getting their comeuppance, a long-time employee at the hardware store being a victim of nepotism and being let go after working there for 19 years, an old lady missing from her nursing home and the search for her, and that's just for starters.
There's also the brother of Ruby's ex-husband, who's been called upon to finish the job her incarcerated ex-husband started by killing Ruby, and Peanut coming to her rescue and stopping her from being shot by taking the bullet meant for her instead, and then losing his memory as a result--and that's not even the end of things for Ruby and Peanut either. There are lots of ups and downs in this novel, but through it all, the people of Blessings are there for each other, and to call this novel and this fictional town heartwarming is the understatement of the year.
Through all the trials and tribulations of these wonderfully drawn characters is the most amazing feeling of community in Blessings, Georgia--a place where everyone knows everyone else, everyone is willing to pitch in and help, and where even the gossip mill is kind. It's the kind of place that warms the heart, and if, by the end of this charming novel you don't wish you could move there yourself, I think you need to re-examine your value system. If you're not already addicted to this series, I'd suggest starting at the beginning, but no matter which of these five novels your start with, I think you'll fall in love with Blessings, Georgia too.
I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of t his novel. The opinions expressed are my own.
If you're following this wonderful series, you already learned that Ruby had a secret admirer in the last book, and in this one, we finally find out who he is, but before we learn his identity, Ruby gets an unexpected and unwelcome visit from her abusive ex-husband, who beats her, kidnaps her and plans to kill her. Thankfully, she escapes, her ex is caught and arrested, and Ruby gets to spend time recuperating from her ordeal at the house of Blessings' only lawyer, Peanut Butterman (no, I'm not kidding, and yes, Sharon Sala has quite a sense of humor), which is when Peanut announces that he's her secret admirer, and Ruby echoes her feelings for him, but don't think you're even close to their happily ever after yet.
This novel also has concurrent subplots galore, each one a gem, from Ruby discovering a destitute family and marshaling the townspeople to help them, the death of an elderly man from Blessings and the settling of his estate--his 3 greedy heirs getting their comeuppance, a long-time employee at the hardware store being a victim of nepotism and being let go after working there for 19 years, an old lady missing from her nursing home and the search for her, and that's just for starters.
There's also the brother of Ruby's ex-husband, who's been called upon to finish the job her incarcerated ex-husband started by killing Ruby, and Peanut coming to her rescue and stopping her from being shot by taking the bullet meant for her instead, and then losing his memory as a result--and that's not even the end of things for Ruby and Peanut either. There are lots of ups and downs in this novel, but through it all, the people of Blessings are there for each other, and to call this novel and this fictional town heartwarming is the understatement of the year.
Through all the trials and tribulations of these wonderfully drawn characters is the most amazing feeling of community in Blessings, Georgia--a place where everyone knows everyone else, everyone is willing to pitch in and help, and where even the gossip mill is kind. It's the kind of place that warms the heart, and if, by the end of this charming novel you don't wish you could move there yourself, I think you need to re-examine your value system. If you're not already addicted to this series, I'd suggest starting at the beginning, but no matter which of these five novels your start with, I think you'll fall in love with Blessings, Georgia too.
I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of t his novel. The opinions expressed are my own.
February 22, 2018
Reviewed at Keeper Bookshelf
If you’ve followed the Blessings, Georgia series then you’ve known Ruby from the very beginning. We’ll get to learn her whole story now, and her past isn’t pretty. After so many years Ruby really thought that her past had finally truly been left, well, in the past. Unfortunately, her past isn’t quite done with her yet, and she’s going to need the people of Blessings and one maybe not so secret love to help her through this experience.
I was born and raised in a small town, and while they aren’t for everyone I find that I’m always going home every time I pick up the next Blessings, Georgia novel. And yet I have to admit that this wasn’t the Ruby I was expecting. This Ruby has been through a traumatic situation, had her past tossed in her face once again and is recovering from those events. I’m accustomed to the Ruby who, unknown to me, reinvented herself after her disastrous marriage and divorce. Peanut’s love for Ruby may be the town’s worst kept secret, except to maybe Ruby. They’ve had a slow burn courtship for some time now. But now it’s time for Peanut to step up and be there for the woman he loves. Love is not always easy, but it is worth everything when you find that one person that’s right for you. The Color of Love delivers a sweet romance, danger, a bit of mystery and finally finding where your heart belongs.
While each story in this series is settled around one main couple, you “could” read them out of order – but I believe you’ll get the best experience if you follow the stories of Blessings, Georgia in order… especially when it comes to Ruby’s book. Oh, she’s still that good hearted woman we’ve come to love and adore, but this story shows a different side to Ruby that I think reading the series in order will better showcase. As always there are other happenings in town, a few hints at things to come and always that comfort of friends, family and community. I’d not hesitate to recommend The Color of Love to any Contemporary Romance reader.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
If you’ve followed the Blessings, Georgia series then you’ve known Ruby from the very beginning. We’ll get to learn her whole story now, and her past isn’t pretty. After so many years Ruby really thought that her past had finally truly been left, well, in the past. Unfortunately, her past isn’t quite done with her yet, and she’s going to need the people of Blessings and one maybe not so secret love to help her through this experience.
I was born and raised in a small town, and while they aren’t for everyone I find that I’m always going home every time I pick up the next Blessings, Georgia novel. And yet I have to admit that this wasn’t the Ruby I was expecting. This Ruby has been through a traumatic situation, had her past tossed in her face once again and is recovering from those events. I’m accustomed to the Ruby who, unknown to me, reinvented herself after her disastrous marriage and divorce. Peanut’s love for Ruby may be the town’s worst kept secret, except to maybe Ruby. They’ve had a slow burn courtship for some time now. But now it’s time for Peanut to step up and be there for the woman he loves. Love is not always easy, but it is worth everything when you find that one person that’s right for you. The Color of Love delivers a sweet romance, danger, a bit of mystery and finally finding where your heart belongs.
While each story in this series is settled around one main couple, you “could” read them out of order – but I believe you’ll get the best experience if you follow the stories of Blessings, Georgia in order… especially when it comes to Ruby’s book. Oh, she’s still that good hearted woman we’ve come to love and adore, but this story shows a different side to Ruby that I think reading the series in order will better showcase. As always there are other happenings in town, a few hints at things to come and always that comfort of friends, family and community. I’d not hesitate to recommend The Color of Love to any Contemporary Romance reader.
*I received an e-ARC of this novel from the publisher via NetGalley. That does not change what I think of this story. It is my choice to leave a review giving my personal opinion about this book.*
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