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The Sweetwater Island Ferry Collection
VIRGINIA
I had big plans for my life once, but nothing was turning out like I thought it would. One day I looked in the mirror and the strong, creative, feisty girl of my childhood wasn’t smiling back at me anymore. In my perfect world… I would be selling gourmet donuts, making art, be married to my high school sweetheart, and live in my dream house….
My aunt must’ve known something that I didn’t, because when she left me her cottage on Sweetwater Island, a tiny spark lit inside me. But the old Victorian house has been sitting vacant for so long, the idea of living there is a pipe dream. What would it take to restore the summer cottage of my childhood to its former glory?
My sister thinks it's crazy, but... Could this be a second chance at the life I always dreamed of?
TRISTAN
From the moment she peeked her head around the corner of that weather-worn Victorian cottage, I knew there was something special about her. Then I realized that she was going to be one of those clients that thought being involved in the renovation project was helpful…when really, she was just going to get in the way.
But why did she have to end up being so beautiful, and so…likeable? No, this is a job. Besides, love isn’t in the cards for me anymore. People with dark secrets like mine don’t deserve a chance at true happiness.
Yet every time she comes around I can’t help but wonder… What if I'm still salvageable like this old seaside cottage?
This Trilogy Includes:
♥ BOOK 1 - For Love…and Donuts
♥ BOOK 2 - To Love…and Renovate
♥ BOOK 3 - With Love…and Reality TV
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Follow along on Virginia and Tristan’s journey from perfect strangers to unexpected home improvement darlings in the Sweetwater Island Ferry trilogy! Along the way, meet their friends and family, who remind us that a happy, fulfilling life requires having big dreams, faith in the impossible, and a little TLC.
I had big plans for my life once, but nothing was turning out like I thought it would. One day I looked in the mirror and the strong, creative, feisty girl of my childhood wasn’t smiling back at me anymore. In my perfect world… I would be selling gourmet donuts, making art, be married to my high school sweetheart, and live in my dream house….
My aunt must’ve known something that I didn’t, because when she left me her cottage on Sweetwater Island, a tiny spark lit inside me. But the old Victorian house has been sitting vacant for so long, the idea of living there is a pipe dream. What would it take to restore the summer cottage of my childhood to its former glory?
My sister thinks it's crazy, but... Could this be a second chance at the life I always dreamed of?
TRISTAN
From the moment she peeked her head around the corner of that weather-worn Victorian cottage, I knew there was something special about her. Then I realized that she was going to be one of those clients that thought being involved in the renovation project was helpful…when really, she was just going to get in the way.
But why did she have to end up being so beautiful, and so…likeable? No, this is a job. Besides, love isn’t in the cards for me anymore. People with dark secrets like mine don’t deserve a chance at true happiness.
Yet every time she comes around I can’t help but wonder… What if I'm still salvageable like this old seaside cottage?
This Trilogy Includes:
♥ BOOK 1 - For Love…and Donuts
♥ BOOK 2 - To Love…and Renovate
♥ BOOK 3 - With Love…and Reality TV
…..
Follow along on Virginia and Tristan’s journey from perfect strangers to unexpected home improvement darlings in the Sweetwater Island Ferry trilogy! Along the way, meet their friends and family, who remind us that a happy, fulfilling life requires having big dreams, faith in the impossible, and a little TLC.
- GenresRomance
414 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 24, 2019
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About the author
Sophie Mays
38 books59 followersSophie Mays is an Amazon Bestselling sweet romance author who focuses on uplifting and heartwarming stories with a little bit of humor and a lot of heart. Her popular contemporary romance book series' highlight the lovable characters and endearing quirkiness of small-town life.
Aside from writing, Sophie is addicted to audiobooks, DIY projects, podcasts, and scouring recipe books and blogs in search of the perfect "healthy" dessert to bring to parties (...or to eat alone at her computer while writing.)
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January 26, 2019
it is really hard to live a life in a modern, broken world, follow your faith, your career and romance dreams - and to put those things together sometimes after earlier efforts may not have gone quite as dreamed.
this is an amazing collection of real people living daily lives and struggles with siblings and parents, job and addictions, balancing lives and loves.
Stories that do not just quote spirtual-ish pablum - instead, that encourage mindful, considerate relations - and connect them to faith and faith in action -- and somehow not be preachy.
a great and lively bunch of reads - ones that make it seem like there might be a chance for real people to have real relationships - even in a broken world - even if those relationships change to become important friendships, and not the roles you might have dreamed .
this is a good series for dreaming and believing - and seeing others determined to survive and try to thrive, despite their fictional life challenges.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout, read it on Kindle Unlimited, and am voluntarily leaving a review.
this is an amazing collection of real people living daily lives and struggles with siblings and parents, job and addictions, balancing lives and loves.
Stories that do not just quote spirtual-ish pablum - instead, that encourage mindful, considerate relations - and connect them to faith and faith in action -- and somehow not be preachy.
a great and lively bunch of reads - ones that make it seem like there might be a chance for real people to have real relationships - even in a broken world - even if those relationships change to become important friendships, and not the roles you might have dreamed .
this is a good series for dreaming and believing - and seeing others determined to survive and try to thrive, despite their fictional life challenges.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout, read it on Kindle Unlimited, and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 1, 2019
Sweetwater Island Ferry Trilogy:
For Love ... and Donuts #1 - I read the second book first and I enjoyed this one more. The well thought out storylines just felt similar to slipping on a pair of comfy, cozy slippers and sharing a cup of tea. I liked the characters; they were so realistic and human, and worked so well together: Virginia , Tristan and Sam were perfect. Of course, the story needed Jason for to all end well. I found the cottage and the island to be important characters in their own right. This fast flowing, easy to read story was entertaining and enjoyable. I loved that the author gave enough details without doing the daily, boring grind some authors do; writing about every unimportant detail instead of letting time past and writing about the important parts. An enjoyable, clean, happy read. I contacted the author to review her books and received this through Booksprout. 4*
To Love ... and Renovate #2 - This story takes place six months after Donuts ends. I didn't get to read the first book of this series, which I think would have made this book more meaningful to me. Well written and easy to read with likable characters and a plot full of happenings. Of course, there's wedding details still to be completed, working at their jobs and trying to wait for the wedding night, why wouldn't there be drama? But there was fun and laughter, too. A good balance throughout the book. I liked Virginia's calm approach to the wedding preparations. Oh, don't forget the elephant in the pink tutu - the renovations. I appreciate this being a clean story, which only needed minor editing. I found this book on Booksprout.co. 4* Update: I reread this after reading Donuts and I liked the story better. I recommend these three in order written since they are about Virginia, Tristan and Sam.
With Love ... and Reality TV #3 - This story takes place four months after Renovate ends. I don't really care too much for Hollywood and TV, but this was a local station with a surprise character and a surprise deal. An entertaining, sweet read with plenty of romance and problems for everybody. The storylines were interesting; the characters multi-faceted and there's plenty of emotions running the gamut. I just wish Ms. Mayes would edit her books, the errors do distract from the story. 4*
Sweetwater Island Ferry Trilogy end.
Unexpected Events - This is a quickly read, sweet romance between old friends. The characters are believable without any stupid dialog or actions. The storyline is interesting. A nice story for relaxing with a cuppa. I contacted the author to review her books and received this through Booksprout. 4*
For Love ... and Donuts #1 - I read the second book first and I enjoyed this one more. The well thought out storylines just felt similar to slipping on a pair of comfy, cozy slippers and sharing a cup of tea. I liked the characters; they were so realistic and human, and worked so well together: Virginia , Tristan and Sam were perfect. Of course, the story needed Jason for to all end well. I found the cottage and the island to be important characters in their own right. This fast flowing, easy to read story was entertaining and enjoyable. I loved that the author gave enough details without doing the daily, boring grind some authors do; writing about every unimportant detail instead of letting time past and writing about the important parts. An enjoyable, clean, happy read. I contacted the author to review her books and received this through Booksprout. 4*
To Love ... and Renovate #2 - This story takes place six months after Donuts ends. I didn't get to read the first book of this series, which I think would have made this book more meaningful to me. Well written and easy to read with likable characters and a plot full of happenings. Of course, there's wedding details still to be completed, working at their jobs and trying to wait for the wedding night, why wouldn't there be drama? But there was fun and laughter, too. A good balance throughout the book. I liked Virginia's calm approach to the wedding preparations. Oh, don't forget the elephant in the pink tutu - the renovations. I appreciate this being a clean story, which only needed minor editing. I found this book on Booksprout.co. 4* Update: I reread this after reading Donuts and I liked the story better. I recommend these three in order written since they are about Virginia, Tristan and Sam.
With Love ... and Reality TV #3 - This story takes place four months after Renovate ends. I don't really care too much for Hollywood and TV, but this was a local station with a surprise character and a surprise deal. An entertaining, sweet read with plenty of romance and problems for everybody. The storylines were interesting; the characters multi-faceted and there's plenty of emotions running the gamut. I just wish Ms. Mayes would edit her books, the errors do distract from the story. 4*
Sweetwater Island Ferry Trilogy end.
Unexpected Events - This is a quickly read, sweet romance between old friends. The characters are believable without any stupid dialog or actions. The storyline is interesting. A nice story for relaxing with a cuppa. I contacted the author to review her books and received this through Booksprout. 4*
June 17, 2021
So enjoyable to watch as lives change!
This series is inspiring! It begins with Virginia living a life she deems "Good enough", but when she realizes that isn't really what she had hoped it to be and she takes steps to expand, a wonderful story really begins. She ends a relationship that always requires she put her hopes and dreams on hold while she does everything she can to keep her boyfriend happy. She moves away and providentially meets a man, Tristan, who really sees her and who is excited to grow along with her. They find that one of Virginia's many talents is a perfect fit for Tristan's contracting business. Together, their ideas create something greater than either could achieve alone as they flip historical wrecks and give them new life. Their friends and family are inspired by their amazing relationship to seek their own chance to find relationships and jobs as fulfilling as that of Virginia and Tristan. Much credit is given to being honest with oneself and with others to find the right place in one's life, to achieve the fit we all seek. Don't mistake the message as a course in fulfillment though; it's a most enjoyable story filled with both likeable and less likeable, but always believable people.
This series is inspiring! It begins with Virginia living a life she deems "Good enough", but when she realizes that isn't really what she had hoped it to be and she takes steps to expand, a wonderful story really begins. She ends a relationship that always requires she put her hopes and dreams on hold while she does everything she can to keep her boyfriend happy. She moves away and providentially meets a man, Tristan, who really sees her and who is excited to grow along with her. They find that one of Virginia's many talents is a perfect fit for Tristan's contracting business. Together, their ideas create something greater than either could achieve alone as they flip historical wrecks and give them new life. Their friends and family are inspired by their amazing relationship to seek their own chance to find relationships and jobs as fulfilling as that of Virginia and Tristan. Much credit is given to being honest with oneself and with others to find the right place in one's life, to achieve the fit we all seek. Don't mistake the message as a course in fulfillment though; it's a most enjoyable story filled with both likeable and less likeable, but always believable people.
March 1, 2019
For Love...and Donuts is a great, clean romance. It is a wonderful tale of how Virginia grows as she starts to listen to her heart and puts God back into her life. This story has well developed characters with stand out personalities, a Seattle island as a backdrop and a great story line. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting a quiet escape.
To Love...and Renovate is a wonderful, clean romance about family issues and other stresses as the couple continue to work and try to finish the planning 3 weeks before their wedding.The characters are well drawn and very likable but each the secrets and family issues are causing problems. Great story. Plan to read this in one sitting.
To Love...and Renovate is a wonderful, clean romance about family issues and other stresses as the couple continue to work and try to finish the planning 3 weeks before their wedding.The characters are well drawn and very likable but each the secrets and family issues are causing problems. Great story. Plan to read this in one sitting.
January 29, 2019
Sweet and Clean Island Romance
This sweet and clean trilogy is set on an island in the Pacific Northwest near Seattle. The series contains no faith elements. The plot follows a young woman and her sister trying to follow their dreams. They find themselves making choices and surprising themselves as they grow into their adult lives. All three books have their own messages. Each stands alone well, but I think they would be more enjoyable when read in order. I received this set for free and this is my honest opinion.
This sweet and clean trilogy is set on an island in the Pacific Northwest near Seattle. The series contains no faith elements. The plot follows a young woman and her sister trying to follow their dreams. They find themselves making choices and surprising themselves as they grow into their adult lives. All three books have their own messages. Each stands alone well, but I think they would be more enjoyable when read in order. I received this set for free and this is my honest opinion.
January 29, 2019
A great clean romantic trilogy with mystery, intrigue and great twists! Three great books that I can read around my grandkids without having to worry about them seeing my screen! This series has great normal characters that we can relate to and is well written. It will keep you reading until the end and wanting more. I don't know if she is going to expand this series or do trilogies on some of the other characters. I can't wait for the next book!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 31, 2019
A book set of 3 books, it describes how Virginia and Tristan meet, fall in love, overcome some problems, marry and the start of married life.
Nothing special in a way, but heart-warming and fairly realistic with typical ups and downs of a relationship. On the side some family members and their lives are also described.
A good and interesting read, entertaining and quite funny at times. Having all 3 books together makes the story of Tristan and Virginia complete.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Nothing special in a way, but heart-warming and fairly realistic with typical ups and downs of a relationship. On the side some family members and their lives are also described.
A good and interesting read, entertaining and quite funny at times. Having all 3 books together makes the story of Tristan and Virginia complete.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 22, 2019
Heartwarming, uplifting, feel good trilogy set in Pacific Northwest near Seattle. Virginia and her sister work to make their dreams a reality. She inherits a house that's falling apart and hires a man named Tristan to help fix it up to sell.
I loved her writing, great relatable characters, and very entertaining! I just read a book that was so full of drama and and angst, this was a breath of fresh air! I look forward to reading more from her!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I loved her writing, great relatable characters, and very entertaining! I just read a book that was so full of drama and and angst, this was a breath of fresh air! I look forward to reading more from her!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 30, 2019
This is a set of three very sweet books. The plot is believable, the characters are believable and very easy to relate to. These are written in a very down to earth manner that most people can easily relate to and yet still feel as if they are getting away from any stress in their own daily life. This author has a wonderful style of writing. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 30, 2019
I loved these stories and I was hooked from the beginning and like Samantha I didn't like Jason so when he forced her to renovate her aunt's cottage even though she wanted to keep it and then she met Tristan, I was so happy. To see their love blossom through these are books was awesome inspiring and I just wish I could find someone like Tristan.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 1, 2019
A beautiful, well written trilogy.
A story about life, circumstances, choices, struggle, uncertainties, second chances, love, dreams and so much more. Whoever said that life was easy has never enjoyed the roller coaster ride called life.
The funny part is that I read the 3rd titled earlier and could not get into the story, yet when I read it as a part of this trilogy it not only made sense it also brought closure to many questions.
A story about life, circumstances, choices, struggle, uncertainties, second chances, love, dreams and so much more. Whoever said that life was easy has never enjoyed the roller coaster ride called life.
The funny part is that I read the 3rd titled earlier and could not get into the story, yet when I read it as a part of this trilogy it not only made sense it also brought closure to many questions.
March 21, 2019
A wonderful collection of great clean romances that are smooth flowing and easy to read. The characters are well developed, believeable, and interesting. These enjoyable storylines have plenty of emotions, some family issues, troubled pasts, ups and downs and others issues to keep you engaged from one page to the next.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 18, 2019
A Really Lovely, Must Read Box Set
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book. This is a great, entertaining collection of stories in a Box Set from Sophie Mays. It is a very enjoyable and well written set of books. The brilliant, entertaining chemistry and interaction between the interesting characters kept me glued till the end. This is a really lovely, engaging Box Set that I enjoyed reading.
I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book. This is a great, entertaining collection of stories in a Box Set from Sophie Mays. It is a very enjoyable and well written set of books. The brilliant, entertaining chemistry and interaction between the interesting characters kept me glued till the end. This is a really lovely, engaging Box Set that I enjoyed reading.
January 28, 2019
I love this series and each one of these books in its own right. Sophie Mays' books always leave me feeling inspired and motivated. She writes about real people navigating through life in ways that I can relate to. I always feel like I get useful life lessons out of her books, plus they are just fun to escape into.
February 1, 2019
My heart has just been touched by a rainbow. Sophie Mays turns heartbreak into sunshine with a creativity that inspires and entertains. The Sweetwater Island Ferry Collection takes two of my favorite pastimes, romance and home improvement shows, sprinkles a handful of wisdom and an abundance of heart in order to design an unforgettable finished product. Color Me addicted, because I'm hooked.
March 23, 2019
What a fun series!
Clean, with some really loveable characters, great dialogue, and even a bit of snarkiness to keep it realistic. If you're looking for an uplifting series that makes you smile and even laugh at times, this is it. Sweet, but not sappy. I'll probably want to read this again.
Clean, with some really loveable characters, great dialogue, and even a bit of snarkiness to keep it realistic. If you're looking for an uplifting series that makes you smile and even laugh at times, this is it. Sweet, but not sappy. I'll probably want to read this again.
May 31, 2019
I really thought this boxset was an awesome addition to the genre.
The writing draws you in and keeps you involved throughout the whole of each story.
I found myself in love with not only the characters, but also the worlds that were created. You truly feel as though you are living among the characters.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The writing draws you in and keeps you involved throughout the whole of each story.
I found myself in love with not only the characters, but also the worlds that were created. You truly feel as though you are living among the characters.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 7, 2019
Tristan and Virginia
And entertaining and introspective look a the to maintain characters, how they interact with family, coworkers and others as their lives weave life-path changes. The unmistakable and ever evolving message - aways seek ways to have one's communication be open and honest.
And entertaining and introspective look a the to maintain characters, how they interact with family, coworkers and others as their lives weave life-path changes. The unmistakable and ever evolving message - aways seek ways to have one's communication be open and honest.
July 23, 2020
I've fallen in love!!
I've fallen in love with this series! Watching Virginia get out of a bad relationship with Jason and falling in love with Tristan as he takes the task of remodeling her inherited beach house is wonderful! We are introduced to their siblings, Adam and Sam, along with Ross. A great ending with a twist you won't see coming will keep you reading into the night!
I've fallen in love with this series! Watching Virginia get out of a bad relationship with Jason and falling in love with Tristan as he takes the task of remodeling her inherited beach house is wonderful! We are introduced to their siblings, Adam and Sam, along with Ross. A great ending with a twist you won't see coming will keep you reading into the night!
December 7, 2020
Many Decisions To Make
Thank you for these three wonderful stories that tell of the love that has grown between Virginia and Tristan and the amazing future they have to follow. The storylines were fast-moving and exciting and the different characters were great. I look forward to reading more of your work.
Thank you for these three wonderful stories that tell of the love that has grown between Virginia and Tristan and the amazing future they have to follow. The storylines were fast-moving and exciting and the different characters were great. I look forward to reading more of your work.
February 1, 2019
This was a great book set. I am looking forward to visiting Sweetwater Island. The characters and the story line is well written and you can really relate to the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 5, 2019
I received a free copy of this book however all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own.
I loved these! They grabbed me from the first page, kept me til the last and enthralled me in between. Well worth your time to read.
I loved these! They grabbed me from the first page, kept me til the last and enthralled me in between. Well worth your time to read.
February 10, 2019
Pleasant romances in a lovely setting.
The characters are well written as is the descriptions of the island. I had a problem with the ideas of how the women should be manipulating and changing their boyfriends. The relationships felt unrealistic and saccharine.
The characters are well written as is the descriptions of the island. I had a problem with the ideas of how the women should be manipulating and changing their boyfriends. The relationships felt unrealistic and saccharine.
February 12, 2019
Love, love, love this collection!
I loved how the author played out these stories. I was literally watching these characters come to life and hanging on the edge to discover how it was going to play out.
I loved how the author played out these stories. I was literally watching these characters come to life and hanging on the edge to discover how it was going to play out.
February 24, 2019
A well written book with an interesting story line. The characters are strong and the story flows quickly and smoothly. I enjoyed reading this story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 25, 2019
love this collection. follows the main characters from when they first met to their married life together. well rounded real life characters, very enjoyable read
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 25, 2019
A wonderful collection of feel good reads which you will fall in love with. Each is different with different characters which you will heart warming
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 28, 2019
Love this trilogy!!
I loved thus trilogy. The character's were amazing! When I got to the end, I would have loved to see an epilogue of Sam & Adam a year later and also see if Ross finds his hea! But overall, loved everything about this trilogy!!
I loved thus trilogy. The character's were amazing! When I got to the end, I would have loved to see an epilogue of Sam & Adam a year later and also see if Ross finds his hea! But overall, loved everything about this trilogy!!
November 5, 2019
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. This was just a great book to read and it was so easy to get lost in. I can't wait to see what's next from this author.
September 23, 2020
Love is sweet
This series is so awesome. You’ll fall in love with the main characters. I wanted to keep goin on. I was sad when it ended. Hopefully there will be more books in the series.
This series is so awesome. You’ll fall in love with the main characters. I wanted to keep goin on. I was sad when it ended. Hopefully there will be more books in the series.
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