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Solvik #3
Time for New Beginnings
Small-town romance, set in magical Norway!
When Bettina inherits half a guesthouse, she is not only surprised but also hesitant, for her aunt comes part of this inheritance and is making life tough.
Bettina's brother, Lauritz, turns up from afar with a devious plan to claim his half of the inheritance, resulting in new challenges.
With a wedding to prepare for, Bettina's fiancé Preben is finding it difficult to adjust to quiet coastal living. Will they ever make it to the altar?
Problems keep piling up, and it doesn't get any better when Bettina's biggest rival checks into the guesthouse, along with her future in-laws.
Does Bettina's future lie in Solvik, or does she have to look elsewhere to find the love she's longing for? Will the inheritance bring them all together, or will it split them apart?
Time for New Beginnings is the third book in the Solvik series - small-town love stories with a dash of suspense. It's a stand-alone novel.
Haven't read the first book in the series? You can download Time for Honesty for FREE.
When Bettina inherits half a guesthouse, she is not only surprised but also hesitant, for her aunt comes part of this inheritance and is making life tough.
Bettina's brother, Lauritz, turns up from afar with a devious plan to claim his half of the inheritance, resulting in new challenges.
With a wedding to prepare for, Bettina's fiancé Preben is finding it difficult to adjust to quiet coastal living. Will they ever make it to the altar?
Problems keep piling up, and it doesn't get any better when Bettina's biggest rival checks into the guesthouse, along with her future in-laws.
Does Bettina's future lie in Solvik, or does she have to look elsewhere to find the love she's longing for? Will the inheritance bring them all together, or will it split them apart?
Time for New Beginnings is the third book in the Solvik series - small-town love stories with a dash of suspense. It's a stand-alone novel.
Haven't read the first book in the series? You can download Time for Honesty for FREE.
328 pages, Paperback
First published July 7, 2018
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94 people want to read
About the author
Mette Barfelt
22 books23 followersMette Barfelt is a Scandinavian author. After 16 years working for travel agencies and airlines, she educated in marketing and started writing books.
She has traveled extensively throughout the world and visited numerous countries. Her passion for travels and cruises resulted in a non-fiction cruise guide, published by Aschehoug Publishing House in Norway.
She is now writing contemporary romances - sweet small-town love stories with a dash of suspense. The books in the series are stand-alone novels. She has also started writing a cruise series, from the Norwegian fjords. Mette lives outside Oslo in Norway.
The Solvik series:
Book #1 Time for Honesty
Book #2 Time for True Love
Book #3 Time for New Beginnings
Book #4 Time for Surprises
Book #5 Time for Second Chances
Book #6 Time for Challenges
Book #7 Time for Christmas
The Solvik series (Norwegian edition):
Book 1: Vondt i viljen
Book 2: Søte Fristelser
Book 3: Urimelige forventninger
Book 4: Å vite eller ikke vite
Book 5: Kun det beste
Book 6: Å skynde seg langsomt
Book 7: Jul i Solvik
Book 8: Lettlurt er ikke lurt
FjordBris-serien (Norwegian edition):
Book 1: Borte bra, men hjemme best
Book 2: Bedre sent enn aldri
Book 3: Sjanser er til for å tas
Follow her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mettebarfeltbok, on Twitter @MBarfelt, and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/mettebarfelt/
Contact Mette at forfatter@barfelt.no
She has traveled extensively throughout the world and visited numerous countries. Her passion for travels and cruises resulted in a non-fiction cruise guide, published by Aschehoug Publishing House in Norway.
She is now writing contemporary romances - sweet small-town love stories with a dash of suspense. The books in the series are stand-alone novels. She has also started writing a cruise series, from the Norwegian fjords. Mette lives outside Oslo in Norway.
The Solvik series:
Book #1 Time for Honesty
Book #2 Time for True Love
Book #3 Time for New Beginnings
Book #4 Time for Surprises
Book #5 Time for Second Chances
Book #6 Time for Challenges
Book #7 Time for Christmas
The Solvik series (Norwegian edition):
Book 1: Vondt i viljen
Book 2: Søte Fristelser
Book 3: Urimelige forventninger
Book 4: Å vite eller ikke vite
Book 5: Kun det beste
Book 6: Å skynde seg langsomt
Book 7: Jul i Solvik
Book 8: Lettlurt er ikke lurt
FjordBris-serien (Norwegian edition):
Book 1: Borte bra, men hjemme best
Book 2: Bedre sent enn aldri
Book 3: Sjanser er til for å tas
Follow her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mettebarfeltbok, on Twitter @MBarfelt, and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/mettebarfelt/
Contact Mette at forfatter@barfelt.no
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Blurb:
When Bettina inherits half a guesthouse, she is not only surprised but also hesitant, for her aunt comes part of this inheritance and is making life tough.
Bettina's brother, Lauritz, turns up from afar with a devious plan to claim his half of the inheritance, resulting in new challenges.
With a wedding to prepare for Bettina’s fiancé, Preben, is finding it difficult to adjust to quiet coastal living. Will they ever make it to the altar?
Problems keep piling up, and it doesn't get any better when Bettina's biggest rival checks into the guesthouse, along with her future in-laws.
Does Bettina's future lie in Solvik, or does she have to look elsewhere to find the love she's longing for? Will the inheritance bring them all together, or will it split them apart?
Blurb:
When Bettina inherits half a guesthouse, she is not only surprised but also hesitant, for her aunt comes part of this inheritance and is making life tough.
Bettina's brother, Lauritz, turns up from afar with a devious plan to claim his half of the inheritance, resulting in new challenges.
With a wedding to prepare for Bettina’s fiancé, Preben, is finding it difficult to adjust to quiet coastal living. Will they ever make it to the altar?
Problems keep piling up, and it doesn't get any better when Bettina's biggest rival checks into the guesthouse, along with her future in-laws.
Does Bettina's future lie in Solvik, or does she have to look elsewhere to find the love she's longing for? Will the inheritance bring them all together, or will it split them apart?
October 7, 2018
I just love a good love story, don’t you? I especially love when the story takes place on “foreign soil.” It makes me feel like I’m vicariously broadening my horizons. Mette thoughtfully took international readers like me into consideration when writing a Note from the Author, located at the beginning of the book. She removed the need for me to look up measurement “translations,” but more importantly, I loved the glimpse into her imagination. While the sleepy town of Solvik may not have its own dot on a map, Mette made it real.
This story begins with a conundrum. Bettina, recently engaged and living in the city of Oslo with her young teenage daughter, has just inherited a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After much contemplation, she makes her decision. A reader, such as myself, would think that with the choice made, things would fall into place and I’d get to sit back and watch as Bettina created her miracles. Well, I was partially correct, except I was watching as my stress level increased with every challenge she faced.
And I was beginning to crave snickerdoodles and chocolate chip cookies.
As the days passed, nearly everyone in Bettina’s circle was of the same opinion. I tried whispering advice into her ear, but her own thoughts were too loud and overpowering. I suppose that’s the way life should be. A person doesn’t like to be told what to do. Even if said person asks for advice, decisions cannot be made by others. As tough as it was to merely sit back and watch, Bettina had to decide, yet again, what would be best for her.
If you can’t tell, I completely loved reading this story. I have yet to take advantage of the bonus at the end of the book, but I do foresee many empty but yummy calories in my future.
This story begins with a conundrum. Bettina, recently engaged and living in the city of Oslo with her young teenage daughter, has just inherited a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After much contemplation, she makes her decision. A reader, such as myself, would think that with the choice made, things would fall into place and I’d get to sit back and watch as Bettina created her miracles. Well, I was partially correct, except I was watching as my stress level increased with every challenge she faced.
And I was beginning to crave snickerdoodles and chocolate chip cookies.
As the days passed, nearly everyone in Bettina’s circle was of the same opinion. I tried whispering advice into her ear, but her own thoughts were too loud and overpowering. I suppose that’s the way life should be. A person doesn’t like to be told what to do. Even if said person asks for advice, decisions cannot be made by others. As tough as it was to merely sit back and watch, Bettina had to decide, yet again, what would be best for her.
If you can’t tell, I completely loved reading this story. I have yet to take advantage of the bonus at the end of the book, but I do foresee many empty but yummy calories in my future.
July 14, 2018
I've read the first 2 books in the series, and each one gets better and better. Each book is centered around 2 characters, who turn up again in the next books. It's like meeting old friends! The author's descriptions of the fictional town of Solvik make you wish it was real, and I'd love to taste some of those pastries!
This book deals with some tougher topics than the others, but the author has written about them in a sensitive way that doesn't detract from the story.
These cozy romances are a delight to read, and I look forward to the next one.
This book deals with some tougher topics than the others, but the author has written about them in a sensitive way that doesn't detract from the story.
These cozy romances are a delight to read, and I look forward to the next one.
October 10, 2018
Definitely a 5-star read! This is a captivating romance with just enough suspense and intrigue thrown in. I especially loved the evolving conflicted relationships. I have no criticisms of this story as I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and look forward to more from this author. Highly recommended!
July 13, 2018
Great read! Nice, quick dialogue and easy to read. New characters, but the same lovely background. The writer is progressing very well and has a unique ability to vividly describe different personalities and scenery, making you want to visit Solvik yourself.
The books in the Solvik Series are stand-alones, and I love the way the characters from the previous books are implemented - very clever! If you don't want to miss out on a good book, why not start with book #1? I'm definitely looking forward to the next book in the series.
The books in the Solvik Series are stand-alones, and I love the way the characters from the previous books are implemented - very clever! If you don't want to miss out on a good book, why not start with book #1? I'm definitely looking forward to the next book in the series.
July 14, 2018
A stand-alone read!
I enjoy reading books about women who take chances and move on with their lives. Mette Barfelt accomplished this effectively with her main character, Bettina.
Mette's character's, setting, and cuisine descriptions pulled me in. Quite honestly, this is a difficult book to write a review about since I don't want it to be a spoiler. Although, I will say that I will be baking cookies soon, visiting my cranky aunt, and looking forward to meeting someone who will hopefully become a new friend.
All's well that ends well!
I enjoy reading books about women who take chances and move on with their lives. Mette Barfelt accomplished this effectively with her main character, Bettina.
Mette's character's, setting, and cuisine descriptions pulled me in. Quite honestly, this is a difficult book to write a review about since I don't want it to be a spoiler. Although, I will say that I will be baking cookies soon, visiting my cranky aunt, and looking forward to meeting someone who will hopefully become a new friend.
All's well that ends well!
September 18, 2018
This book is very well written, easy to follow and you don’t have to think very hard, which makes it ideal for bedtime reading. I enjoyed this book and will read more from this author.
The down fall I found was it was a bit too predictable.
The down fall I found was it was a bit too predictable.
August 4, 2018
I want to live in Silvia
I finished reading the three books in the series and all in a short time. Sadly, there are no more books.
I finished reading the three books in the series and all in a short time. Sadly, there are no more books.
August 22, 2018
Very Good Read
The characters are interesting and having each of the main characters' perspectives is nice. Llots going on so a good read!
The characters are interesting and having each of the main characters' perspectives is nice. Llots going on so a good read!
October 19, 2018
Good series
A good book in a good series. I'm enjoying reading about the characters of Solvik Norway and their stories and look forward to more books in the series.
A good book in a good series. I'm enjoying reading about the characters of Solvik Norway and their stories and look forward to more books in the series.
November 21, 2018
Bettina and her fiance Preben are looking forward to their new life in a pretty, small town and planning their wedding when Preben's ex-wife turns up to stay! This was a charming romantic read that allowed the reader to get to know a variety of interesting characters along the way. Some unexpected turns of events were thrown into the mix making this a heart-warming and enjoyable romance.
June 14, 2019
Another visit to Solvik
I loved Time For New Beginnings! This is a story of a new life in a small town due to an inheritance. I was captivated by Bettina as she encountered the joys and sorrows of a life changed by circumstances. I highly recommend reading Time for New Beginnings.
I loved Time For New Beginnings! This is a story of a new life in a small town due to an inheritance. I was captivated by Bettina as she encountered the joys and sorrows of a life changed by circumstances. I highly recommend reading Time for New Beginnings.
June 14, 2020
A Danish contemporary love story, sort of.
This book starts with a funeral and just about ends with a funeral. There is a fiancee,' an ex, a child and a pregnancy. There are prospective in laws. Current extended family and used to be family.An interesting dynamic, but the ending is not expected.
This book starts with a funeral and just about ends with a funeral. There is a fiancee,' an ex, a child and a pregnancy. There are prospective in laws. Current extended family and used to be family.An interesting dynamic, but the ending is not expected.
July 22, 2018
Time for New Beginnings (The Sovik Series Book 3) by Mette Barfelt
#familylife #familydrama
The Good
This is a very cozy sweet story about a family, inheritance, problem siblings and partners who love others. It is written in a very simplistic style.
The Bad
This will appeal to the older generation who enjoy memoir style books. I felt that the story was too slow for my own taste.
The Ugly
What an understanding protagonist and thank-God for Erik the Viking!
The older generation and those that love family tales will love it.
3 Stars
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