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Sun Valley #3
Changes
Welcome back to the resort town of Sun Valley where you’ll find stunning mountain vistas and blue skies . . . and three close-knit sisters who depend on each other through thick and thin. Changes squeezes the heart with a life-affirming story filled with love, family, secrets, and sisterhood. “Witty, big-hearted . . . leaves you smiling for days.”
Karyn Macadam loses her footing after suffering another heartbreaking loss. Yet this final chance could lead to making peace with the disappointments in life, discovering what she’s truly made of . . . and crossing the threshold of becoming the woman she was always meant to be.
Leigh Ann Blackburn faces yet more changes as her precious son joins the Army and leaves for a dangerous assignment overseas. Sleepless nights filled with worry, coupled with a career setback and a mystery person who is threatening her safety, all test the boundaries of how much a woman can give before she has nothing left.
Joie Abbott’s past comes back to haunt her yet again. As she reckons with the consequences of poor choices, she can’t help but wonder where she goes from here . . . until she finds herself attracted to the one man she swore she’d avoid, the one who has been by her side from the beginning—the man she was destined to love.
A poignant story of family and forgiveness—of knowing when to let go and when to hold each other close. A great reading option for fans of Debbie Macomber and Susan Wiggs.
Karyn Macadam loses her footing after suffering another heartbreaking loss. Yet this final chance could lead to making peace with the disappointments in life, discovering what she’s truly made of . . . and crossing the threshold of becoming the woman she was always meant to be.
Leigh Ann Blackburn faces yet more changes as her precious son joins the Army and leaves for a dangerous assignment overseas. Sleepless nights filled with worry, coupled with a career setback and a mystery person who is threatening her safety, all test the boundaries of how much a woman can give before she has nothing left.
Joie Abbott’s past comes back to haunt her yet again. As she reckons with the consequences of poor choices, she can’t help but wonder where she goes from here . . . until she finds herself attracted to the one man she swore she’d avoid, the one who has been by her side from the beginning—the man she was destined to love.
A poignant story of family and forgiveness—of knowing when to let go and when to hold each other close. A great reading option for fans of Debbie Macomber and Susan Wiggs.
- GenresContemporaryRomance
224 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 30, 2018
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About the author
Kellie Coates Gilbert
50 books329 followers⭐️ USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR ⭐️
Kellie Coates Gilbert has won readers’ hearts with her compelling and highly emotional stories about women and the relationships that define their lives. A former legal investigator, she is especially known for keeping readers turning pages and for creating nuanced characters who seem real.
In addition to garnering hundreds of five-star reviews, Kellie has been described by RT Book Reviews as a “deft, crisp storyteller.” Her books were featured as Barnes & Noble Top Shelf Picks and were awarded a coveted spot on the Library Journal’s Best Book List.
Born and raised near Sun Valley, Idaho, Kellie now lives with her husband of over thirty-five years in Dallas, where she spends most days by her pool drinking sweet tea and writing the stories of her heart.
Kellie Coates Gilbert has won readers’ hearts with her compelling and highly emotional stories about women and the relationships that define their lives. A former legal investigator, she is especially known for keeping readers turning pages and for creating nuanced characters who seem real.
In addition to garnering hundreds of five-star reviews, Kellie has been described by RT Book Reviews as a “deft, crisp storyteller.” Her books were featured as Barnes & Noble Top Shelf Picks and were awarded a coveted spot on the Library Journal’s Best Book List.
Born and raised near Sun Valley, Idaho, Kellie now lives with her husband of over thirty-five years in Dallas, where she spends most days by her pool drinking sweet tea and writing the stories of her heart.
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March 30, 2021
Life changes continue for the three adult sisters in the third installment of the Sun Valley Series. I love that the author shows each of them as flawed in some way. Clint is a fabulous character.
August 27, 2025
I have really fallen in love with the sisters in this series; Leigh Ann, Karyn, and Joie. This installment came by its name honestly. Each of the sisters faces significant change during this book. Disaster was a definite possibility. They are each changing and growing throughout the series, some backsliding happens as well, but they are learning from their mistakes and becoming better as a result. I would definitely recommend this.
January 18, 2022
Another amazing read!
Once again I couldn't stop reading this 3rd book in the series and I can't wait to get started on the final book. I love reading about this family! Through it all, no matter what, they have each others backs. I got lost in this book and read it over a Sunday and Monday. It's an excellent read!
Once again I couldn't stop reading this 3rd book in the series and I can't wait to get started on the final book. I love reading about this family! Through it all, no matter what, they have each others backs. I got lost in this book and read it over a Sunday and Monday. It's an excellent read!
April 10, 2020
A most enjoyable conclusion. The sisters have found new loves and have conquered old adversaries. Of course not all loves are new, it's just that no one could recognize that they were loves, or maybe the love wasn't recognized by the woman who loved him. Have fun.
June 19, 2022
Great story
This story has spirit,action,passion ,hope,and finding love and family working together through all the pros life throws at you,keeps you turning the pages to see what happens next,looking forward to reading more books from this author
This story has spirit,action,passion ,hope,and finding love and family working together through all the pros life throws at you,keeps you turning the pages to see what happens next,looking forward to reading more books from this author
May 13, 2020
Another winner in the Sun Valley series. The sisters, Karyn, Leigh Ann, and Joie continue to develop as each fights their own battles. Each sister does make “Changes” in their lives. Beautiful descriptions of Sun Valley and family dynamics
Karyn is struggling personally and physically to pick up the pieces of her life after losing her second chance at love. A broken ankle complicates her life
Leigh Ann continues to struggle with her new daughter in law and her son Colby’s military service. Meanwhile she faces financial ruin due to her husband’s poor business decisions.
Lastly Joie faces motherhood while struggling to be a successful part of a new law firm. The sisters
Continue to support each other and present a united front
Karyn is struggling personally and physically to pick up the pieces of her life after losing her second chance at love. A broken ankle complicates her life
Leigh Ann continues to struggle with her new daughter in law and her son Colby’s military service. Meanwhile she faces financial ruin due to her husband’s poor business decisions.
Lastly Joie faces motherhood while struggling to be a successful part of a new law firm. The sisters
Continue to support each other and present a united front
February 1, 2020
An enjoyable read. Relax and read what could be real people . No violence or things you hear about on the news and wish you wouldn't. Relax and enjoy.
If you're looking for something interesting and not bloody, gory and violent this can be for you. A bit of romance included.
If you're looking for something interesting and not bloody, gory and violent this can be for you. A bit of romance included.
February 10, 2024
Book #3 of the Sun Valley Series is even better than the first two books. All three sisters are making changes in their lives and this book follows them along on their journeys. I’m looking forward to reading the last book “ Promises” in this series.
February 17, 2024
This is the third book in a series of four. The three sisters are all going through trials but are close as a family. This book is the best so far. Going to start the fourth one tonight. Lot of action in this book. Highly recommended.
September 17, 2025
I liked this one.
Joie has been through so much. Her law partner is there for her still Mad Dog.
Leigh Ann was is someone trying to hurt her? Why not her spouse?
Karyn is trying to move on again, but it is hard.
Joie has been through so much. Her law partner is there for her still Mad Dog.
Leigh Ann was is someone trying to hurt her? Why not her spouse?
Karyn is trying to move on again, but it is hard.
October 19, 2019
Enjoyable, but predictable.
April 16, 2020
Great series
This third book of the series was a great continuation of the first two. The story is really good and I am looking forward to the next and final book.
This third book of the series was a great continuation of the first two. The story is really good and I am looking forward to the next and final book.
June 30, 2020
Great book fast read. Love the characters and storyline. Will definitely read more of this author.
September 5, 2020
A good one
Things happen and things don't happen, and life goes on. Several examples of facing change and the inevitable need to react. Well fone!
Things happen and things don't happen, and life goes on. Several examples of facing change and the inevitable need to react. Well fone!
March 16, 2021
Amazing
Keeps you wanting to read more and not want I g to put the book down. It is such a good read. Each sister is going thru so much . They really lean on eAch other .
Keeps you wanting to read more and not want I g to put the book down. It is such a good read. Each sister is going thru so much . They really lean on eAch other .
March 6, 2022
Good read
Enjoyed another story about these girls and the Sun Valley area. Some of it was a little predictable but still good.
Enjoyed another story about these girls and the Sun Valley area. Some of it was a little predictable but still good.
May 31, 2022
still enjoying
I’m still enjoying the Sun Valley Series and looking forward to more.
I enjoy seeing where the characters are headed
I’m still enjoying the Sun Valley Series and looking forward to more.
I enjoy seeing where the characters are headed
January 5, 2023
Good continuation. You need to read these books in order, so start with Sisters. Good characters and interesting plots.
February 16, 2024
Sun Valley
I liked reading this book. It was will written. It is so he to know if you have the right people on your side things will turnout ok. In books at least.
I liked reading this book. It was will written. It is so he to know if you have the right people on your side things will turnout ok. In books at least.
August 21, 2025
This whole series is so interesting. I love these stories of sisters and their love and troubles.
October 1, 2025
Loved Changes just like I loved the other books in the Sun Valley Series! I now understand what the title of the book meant…there were so many changes happening in the book!
October 1, 2025
I loved this book and look forward to reading the next one
August 24, 2019
Amazing
This series just keeps getting better and better. I never expected the twist and turns in these three sisters life's. Just when you think everything is good a new adventure pops up and you can't put this book down I mean literally. That's all you must read for yourself to learn the twist and turns but you won't be disappointed. Hurry up and read I have to get on to the next book. Enjoy
This series just keeps getting better and better. I never expected the twist and turns in these three sisters life's. Just when you think everything is good a new adventure pops up and you can't put this book down I mean literally. That's all you must read for yourself to learn the twist and turns but you won't be disappointed. Hurry up and read I have to get on to the next book. Enjoy
July 23, 2019
The third book in the Sun Valley series continues with the unpredictable lives of the Abbott sisters. Having a broken heart again, Kendra has sunk into a dark void. Making some dangerous choices to get through the day, Karyn soon realizes that the consequences of her actions could be more than she is willing to pay. Will a stranger in town be the one to save Karyn from herself before it is too late? Leigh Ann and Mark are having to pay a heavy price for his failed business venture. No longer able to spend freely, Leigh Ann has to take the bull by the horns, so to speak. Mark is spending his days on the sofa watching cooking shows and infuriating Leigh Ann further. Will there be a offer soon on the board for Mark? Is it an offer he can't refuse? Joie is finding motherhood to be tough but she is loving every minute of it. Will her happiness last or will it be threatened when the past comes back to haunt her once more? Author Kellie Coates Gilbert continues to make Sun Valley feel like home. She writes with so much passion and brings these wonderful characters to life. I am anxious to read the fourth book in this series!
August 8, 2019
Good. Will read book #4.
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