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Inn at Magnolia Harbor #2
Safe Harbor
Something exciting is happening in Magnolia Harbor, South Carolina -- the charming coastal village is hosting its first annual Strawberry Festival. Sisters Grace Porter and Charlotte Wylde, who own the Magnolia Harbor Inn, are ready, willing, and able to embrace a full house of guests who've come to town for the food and festivities. But the cozy bed-and-breakfast has a way of providing more than just the comforts of home to its inhabitants...
New Englander Bridget O'Brien is researching a new novel, set in Magnolia Harbor's Victorian past. It isn't just the story that's brought Bridget to the inn, though. She yearns to find her biological mother. With nothing more than an antique locket to go on, Bridget fears her quest for answers will only lead to more disappointment -- but she won't leave without at least trying to learn the truth.
Young doctor Curt King longs to reunite with his former girlfriend, Presley Baker. He's grown and matured since they broke up, but Presley is seeing someone else. Is he too late, or can the grand old mansion rekindle a flame that has sputtered out?
Meanwhile, Anne and Davis Montgomery are starting a new chapter of their lives. Davis has recently retired, and he books a surprise vacation for the two of them in Magnolia Harbor, a place to which Anne never expected to return. Her history with the town is painful, which is why she invented a past and has kept it secret even from her dear husband. Is it just a coincidence that Davis brought her to the inn, forcing her to confront the lies she's told? Or has he brought her to a safe harbor where she can make peace with herself and sail into a bright future with the man she loves?
When lives intertwine at the Magnolia Harbor Inn, there's no denying they've been brought together for a reason -- or that life will be a little sweeter once their stay is over.
New Englander Bridget O'Brien is researching a new novel, set in Magnolia Harbor's Victorian past. It isn't just the story that's brought Bridget to the inn, though. She yearns to find her biological mother. With nothing more than an antique locket to go on, Bridget fears her quest for answers will only lead to more disappointment -- but she won't leave without at least trying to learn the truth.
Young doctor Curt King longs to reunite with his former girlfriend, Presley Baker. He's grown and matured since they broke up, but Presley is seeing someone else. Is he too late, or can the grand old mansion rekindle a flame that has sputtered out?
Meanwhile, Anne and Davis Montgomery are starting a new chapter of their lives. Davis has recently retired, and he books a surprise vacation for the two of them in Magnolia Harbor, a place to which Anne never expected to return. Her history with the town is painful, which is why she invented a past and has kept it secret even from her dear husband. Is it just a coincidence that Davis brought her to the inn, forcing her to confront the lies she's told? Or has he brought her to a safe harbor where she can make peace with herself and sail into a bright future with the man she loves?
When lives intertwine at the Magnolia Harbor Inn, there's no denying they've been brought together for a reason -- or that life will be a little sweeter once their stay is over.
- GenresChristian Fiction
210 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2018
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About the author
Elizabeth Penney
88 books541 followersElizabeth Penney lives in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, where she pens novels and tries to grow things. Elements that often appear in her novels include vintage summer cottages, past/present mysteries, and the arts. After spending early years in England and France, she grew up in Maine, settings that are reflected in her books.
Elizabeth is the author of the Apron Shop Series and Cambridge Bookshop Series from St. Martin's as well as over twenty novels, short stories, and hundreds of business articles. A former consultant and nonprofit executive, she holds a BS and an MBA. She's also written screenplays with her musician husband.
She loves walking in the woods, kayaking on quiet ponds, trying new recipes, and feeding family and friends.
Elizabeth is the author of the Apron Shop Series and Cambridge Bookshop Series from St. Martin's as well as over twenty novels, short stories, and hundreds of business articles. A former consultant and nonprofit executive, she holds a BS and an MBA. She's also written screenplays with her musician husband.
She loves walking in the woods, kayaking on quiet ponds, trying new recipes, and feeding family and friends.
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January 14, 2021
Magnolia Harbor Inn is the place to stay when visiting the small, quaint town. Some say it also holds a little magic. Guests come to enjoy the beautiful views, wonderful food, and quiet rooms while finding peace and healing during their stay.
Grace & Charlotte have a full house and with the Strawberry Festival going on they also have a full plate. Anne & Davis have come to Magnolia Harbor to spend some quality time together, while getting a needed break from Davis' mom. Bridget is writing a book and secretly researching her family's history in hopes of locating her birth mother. Curt has hopes of finding and reconnecting with Presley, the love of his life who he let get away. Can these guests find what they are searching for and heal the past at the same time?
This series seems to blend genres. It's a cozy mystery but at the same time has elements of women's fiction. The story hones in on relationships, healing of those relationships, and bringing the mystery to a happy, tear-filled ending. This makes for a perfect blend and one that's heartwarming and leaves me with a happy sigh. Definitely recommend this series as it's a great change up between reads.
Grace & Charlotte have a full house and with the Strawberry Festival going on they also have a full plate. Anne & Davis have come to Magnolia Harbor to spend some quality time together, while getting a needed break from Davis' mom. Bridget is writing a book and secretly researching her family's history in hopes of locating her birth mother. Curt has hopes of finding and reconnecting with Presley, the love of his life who he let get away. Can these guests find what they are searching for and heal the past at the same time?
This series seems to blend genres. It's a cozy mystery but at the same time has elements of women's fiction. The story hones in on relationships, healing of those relationships, and bringing the mystery to a happy, tear-filled ending. This makes for a perfect blend and one that's heartwarming and leaves me with a happy sigh. Definitely recommend this series as it's a great change up between reads.
March 15, 2020
The wonderful and delightful continuing saga of Magnolia Harbor Inn and Grace and Charlotte’s visiting guests. Keeps you intrigued and never wanting to pout it down trying to figure out the answers to the guests and why each and everyone is visiting Magnolia Harbor on their trip on this pactricuaplr time. Quite spellbinding and easy to loose time as you continue to delve deeper into the saga of each character’s life style.
April 21, 2020
This one I had figured out or thought that I had...but my assumptions were never confirmed until close to the end of the book. Thanks for keeping me on my toes, even though I thought I had the mystery solved. Great ending....all about family and how even in tragedies things can still be put back together happily.
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October 31, 2020great book
May 1, 2023
Not a lot of references of Christ but an entertaining story.
December 26, 2023
good. but a little too predictable for my taste
February 3, 2024
Another great book in the series! Can’t wait to read the next one.
August 29, 2024
3 1/2 stars
Even though I knew where the story was going, I still enjoyed the journey.
Even though I knew where the story was going, I still enjoyed the journey.
October 23, 2025
I enjoy the Magnolia books alot! Enjoyed this one, as well. Good plot twist.
January 2, 2026
Very pleasing read, although I did figure out the mother daughter relationship early.
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