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Escape to Indigo Bay: Four Sweet Beach Reads
Love is always in the air when you visit Indigo Bay.
Get swept away by the magic of this beachside small town. Grab a sweet tea from Caroline's Cafe and take a stroll to the Chocolate Emporium for a quick treat. Then warm your toes in the sand and indulge in a happily ever after—or four!
From NYT bestselling author Jean Oram: Sweet Matchmaker
When Ginger says yes to a marriage of convenience to help keep Logan, the father of a special-needs child, in the country she figures it’ll also get her matchmaking grandmother off her back. But as inconvenient feelings develop for her new, handsome husband, she discovers he's also an undercover secret agent. When his mission ends, what will it mean for their marriage… and her heart?
From author Jeanette Lewis: Sweet Illusions
After escaping a cult, Eva Malone longs for the anonymity and peace of a small town. When she meets a local police officer, sparks fly. Eva keeps her past a secret, but Ben wants to know more about the mysterious woman capturing his heart. Will the secrets he uncovers lead to a happy ending or...heartbreak?
From USA Today bestselling author Stacy Clafin: Sweet Reunion
Maggie’s determined to stay single, but her meddling aunt wants her married. When, despite her intentions, Maggie falls for the notorious bad boy Canyon, Aunt Lucille doesn't think he's good enough for her, so she vows to keep them apart. Will Maggie continue to open her heart to love despite the many obstacles, or will the single life prove to be her best option?
From USA Today bestselling author Melissa McClone: Sweet Holiday Wishes
Saving his marriage is at the top of Mitch's Christmas list. Will a romantic holiday vacation be his and Lizzy's second chance at a happily ever after or will it lead to a final goodbye?
Carve out some me-time and savor these four feel-good beach reads. The town of Indigo Bay is the perfect place to indulge in your next reading escape. Don't miss out on this limited edition collection.
Get swept away by the magic of this beachside small town. Grab a sweet tea from Caroline's Cafe and take a stroll to the Chocolate Emporium for a quick treat. Then warm your toes in the sand and indulge in a happily ever after—or four!
From NYT bestselling author Jean Oram: Sweet Matchmaker
When Ginger says yes to a marriage of convenience to help keep Logan, the father of a special-needs child, in the country she figures it’ll also get her matchmaking grandmother off her back. But as inconvenient feelings develop for her new, handsome husband, she discovers he's also an undercover secret agent. When his mission ends, what will it mean for their marriage… and her heart?
From author Jeanette Lewis: Sweet Illusions
After escaping a cult, Eva Malone longs for the anonymity and peace of a small town. When she meets a local police officer, sparks fly. Eva keeps her past a secret, but Ben wants to know more about the mysterious woman capturing his heart. Will the secrets he uncovers lead to a happy ending or...heartbreak?
From USA Today bestselling author Stacy Clafin: Sweet Reunion
Maggie’s determined to stay single, but her meddling aunt wants her married. When, despite her intentions, Maggie falls for the notorious bad boy Canyon, Aunt Lucille doesn't think he's good enough for her, so she vows to keep them apart. Will Maggie continue to open her heart to love despite the many obstacles, or will the single life prove to be her best option?
From USA Today bestselling author Melissa McClone: Sweet Holiday Wishes
Saving his marriage is at the top of Mitch's Christmas list. Will a romantic holiday vacation be his and Lizzy's second chance at a happily ever after or will it lead to a final goodbye?
Carve out some me-time and savor these four feel-good beach reads. The town of Indigo Bay is the perfect place to indulge in your next reading escape. Don't miss out on this limited edition collection.
521 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2019
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May 21, 2019
Sweet Reunion - Maggie & Canyon knew each other in school. They ended up going their separate ways but are coincidentally back in town at the same time. Due to a broken engagement & some bad medical news, Maggie has sworn off men & relationships. Even if she was looking, Canyon is not a good prospect. While working on a cruise line, he led a fast & wild life that his hometown is gossiping about. No one thinks they'll be a good match now, except Canyon. Maggie is willing not to be friends. She doesn't think anyone will accept her condition. Just as they start getting serious, her ex shows up with fantastic news! What will Maggie do now?
I've never harbored such negative feelings about a character in a romance. I abhorred Maggie's ex. What an asshat! Maggie & her condition engage the readers sympathies but her ex's actions make that feeling even deeper. This was a nice, sweet romance that was a joy to read.
I've never harbored such negative feelings about a character in a romance. I abhorred Maggie's ex. What an asshat! Maggie & her condition engage the readers sympathies but her ex's actions make that feeling even deeper. This was a nice, sweet romance that was a joy to read.
September 22, 2019
Nothing great, but nothing horrible either. Overall, I liked most of the plot ideas, just wasn't too interested in the books. Sweet stories, though.
May 16, 2019
Great Box Set
Each of the authors are wonderful. Having a resort town be the backdrop of family, love, starting over and second chances. It makes you want to take a little time for small town vacation.
Each of the authors are wonderful. Having a resort town be the backdrop of family, love, starting over and second chances. It makes you want to take a little time for small town vacation.
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September 19, 2020
I didn't care for any of these books...
I absolutely love good sweet beach reads, but not these.
The Matchmaker story was so technically in error that I couldn't even finish reading the third chapter. The author is clearly not aware of what is involved in marrying someone who is not a resident of the USA. You can't just marry them and miraculously their visa is renewed and they get to stay in the country. It takes 9 months to a year for your case to even come before the INS for consideration. She states in chapter 3, "It doesn't have to be a crime, you know." But it actually is a very big crime that will get you both jail time (5 years) and a $250K fine. "Why would they even bother with us?" Because this country does have a very diligent INS department that will track you down and prosecute you. She also writes that the government hadn't been helpful with rounding up child support. She clearly doesn't know that they are, and they garnish the wages of these fathers, then the funds are transferred through the government accounts to the mothers. That the author writes about topics of which she have absolutely not knowledge made me crazy and this book a fraud. It's also riddled with proofreading typos.
After that I skimmed the next three books and found them all unacceptable.
I absolutely love good sweet beach reads, but not these.
The Matchmaker story was so technically in error that I couldn't even finish reading the third chapter. The author is clearly not aware of what is involved in marrying someone who is not a resident of the USA. You can't just marry them and miraculously their visa is renewed and they get to stay in the country. It takes 9 months to a year for your case to even come before the INS for consideration. She states in chapter 3, "It doesn't have to be a crime, you know." But it actually is a very big crime that will get you both jail time (5 years) and a $250K fine. "Why would they even bother with us?" Because this country does have a very diligent INS department that will track you down and prosecute you. She also writes that the government hadn't been helpful with rounding up child support. She clearly doesn't know that they are, and they garnish the wages of these fathers, then the funds are transferred through the government accounts to the mothers. That the author writes about topics of which she have absolutely not knowledge made me crazy and this book a fraud. It's also riddled with proofreading typos.
After that I skimmed the next three books and found them all unacceptable.
June 10, 2019
I have been provided with a copy of Escape to Indigo Bay: Four Sweet Beach Reads (Indigo Bay Sweet Romance Series) by the author for an impartial review. This box set has the following titles Sweet Matchmaker by Jean Oram, Sweet Illusions by Jeanette Lewis, Sweet Reunion by Stacy Claflin, and Sweet Holiday Wishes by Melissa McClone. I’ll be updating this review as I finish each title.
Sweet Matchmaker by Jean Oram
Sweet Illusions by Jeanette Lewis
I absolutely loved this book and getting to meet the Ben and Eva. This book is a part of the Indigo Bay Sweet Romance series and I loved getting to go back to this town and see some of the returning characters. This is the first book that I have read by Jeanette Lewis and it will certainly not be the last. I absolutely loved her writing and she just drew me into Eva and Ben’s lives and she created a world with beautiful characters that just tugged at my heartstrings. I was left wanting more. I can’t wait to read more by this author.
Sweet Reunion by Stacy Claflin
This book is a part of the Indigo Bay Sweet Romance series written by many wonderful authors. Ahhhh I absolutely loved this book and getting to go back to Indigo Bay. I am so excited that we finally get to see Maggie Kendrick find happiness and I just loved reading her story. It was just wonderful getting to go on this journey with her. It was just so much fun getting to go back to this great town and see all of the familiar characters. I can’t wait to see what next for this series.
Sweet Holiday Wishes by Melissa McClone
Sweet Matchmaker by Jean Oram
Sweet Illusions by Jeanette Lewis
I absolutely loved this book and getting to meet the Ben and Eva. This book is a part of the Indigo Bay Sweet Romance series and I loved getting to go back to this town and see some of the returning characters. This is the first book that I have read by Jeanette Lewis and it will certainly not be the last. I absolutely loved her writing and she just drew me into Eva and Ben’s lives and she created a world with beautiful characters that just tugged at my heartstrings. I was left wanting more. I can’t wait to read more by this author.
Sweet Reunion by Stacy Claflin
This book is a part of the Indigo Bay Sweet Romance series written by many wonderful authors. Ahhhh I absolutely loved this book and getting to go back to Indigo Bay. I am so excited that we finally get to see Maggie Kendrick find happiness and I just loved reading her story. It was just wonderful getting to go on this journey with her. It was just so much fun getting to go back to this great town and see all of the familiar characters. I can’t wait to see what next for this series.
Sweet Holiday Wishes by Melissa McClone
May 8, 2019
In Sweet Matchmaker, Ginger and Logan meet and pretend to be engaged to get into an event for engaged couples in Indigo Bay. She ends up winning several prizes including an elopement package and the honeymoon cottage. Logan will lose his visa to Australia if he doesn't find a way to extend it with a marriage of convenience. He also has to think about his ward Annabelle with Downs Syndrome, who is in a special home in Indigo Bay and hates change. Annabelle is who wins Ginger over to agreeing to the marriage of convenience. But Logan is very secretive and it seems like he is up to no good. Will he be able to keep Ginger safe without blowing his cover? Nice summer romance with plenty of humor and action.
May 7, 2019
I read Sweet Holiday Wishes first: Lizzy and Mitch are on the verge of divorce. Mitch makes one last-ditch effort to save his marriage by inviting Lizzy on a Christmas holiday. Accepting because she really needs a vacation and wants to remain friends with Mitch, she has no idea what he's up to. Realizing he didn't do enough to foster the marriage, he's determined to change his ways, but he also knows: it has to be Lizzy's choice. Lizzy is reticent at first, but enjoying his company and seeing the effort he's making, her heart and resolve open to a second chance. Loved how this couple found the the spark to rekindle their marriage while enjoying the spirit of Christmas.
May 7, 2019
I have only read , Sweet Holiday Wishes by Melissa McClone but am looking forward to reading the other stories in this collection.
A sweet second chance romance over the Christmas Holidays. I'm such a sucker for these, and it was a pure delight to read. A quick read which is perfect for the holiday season!
Lizzie is a nurse, who is used to caring for everyone even for her soon ex husband. So this holiday season she is ba hamburg until Mitch shows up on her door step. Inviting her to Indigo Bay as friends, but his ultimate wish is to win Lizzie back. Will his wish come true this holiday season.
A sweet second chance romance over the Christmas Holidays. I'm such a sucker for these, and it was a pure delight to read. A quick read which is perfect for the holiday season!
Lizzie is a nurse, who is used to caring for everyone even for her soon ex husband. So this holiday season she is ba hamburg until Mitch shows up on her door step. Inviting her to Indigo Bay as friends, but his ultimate wish is to win Lizzie back. Will his wish come true this holiday season.
May 7, 2019
Behind every heartache is a silver lining, waiting to have it's turn. Indigo Bay is the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. There's a storm brewing. Can four couples make it through the rain and find sunshine waiting on the other side? From bittersweet romance, to inspirational storytelling The Escape to Indigo Bay Boxed Set will break your heart, uplift your soul and have you believing in the power of love. Four voices. One melody. Emotional journeys. McClone, Oram, Claflin and Lewis make beautiful music together.
June 25, 2019
An Unforgettable Holiday
This is one of those books you just couldn't put down. Even from.the beginning you could actually feel how much he loved his wife. I was so afraid that she might not feel the same and not agree to them trying to save their marriage. Then as things went alone you just knew her heart was bursting with love too! You could feel the love between the two and how they both felt, wanted and loved each other. It takes both of them to make a marriage and both showing how much they loved,respected and wanted their marriage to work!
This is one of those books you just couldn't put down. Even from.the beginning you could actually feel how much he loved his wife. I was so afraid that she might not feel the same and not agree to them trying to save their marriage. Then as things went alone you just knew her heart was bursting with love too! You could feel the love between the two and how they both felt, wanted and loved each other. It takes both of them to make a marriage and both showing how much they loved,respected and wanted their marriage to work!
May 10, 2019
Indigo Bay Romances
These give exactly what you hope for in a beach read. Sweet romances, men without a clue finally getting it, fun in the sun, Sandy beaches, soft moonlight, sublime kisses. So fall in love again, visit old friends and meet some new ones as I did. The characters are real, the southern setting charming, and happiness jumps from the pages into your heart.
These give exactly what you hope for in a beach read. Sweet romances, men without a clue finally getting it, fun in the sun, Sandy beaches, soft moonlight, sublime kisses. So fall in love again, visit old friends and meet some new ones as I did. The characters are real, the southern setting charming, and happiness jumps from the pages into your heart.
May 26, 2019
Great Summer Reads!! Just finished this boxed set and I have to say, it was a perfect stress reliever at a time of need. LOL!! Four great stories that are unique, easy to read with lots of romance and sweetness going on. If your looking for some place to escape to and forget the worlds problems, Indigo Bay should be your destination! Highly recommended!!
June 21, 2019
Very enjoyable
Each book had some interesting main characters, and although set in the same location, added different aspects to each book. The story lines were very good, well written, believable and kept you engaged throughout 🙂. I would definitely recommend these for a lovely read and look forward to reading more from this author 🙂.
Each book had some interesting main characters, and although set in the same location, added different aspects to each book. The story lines were very good, well written, believable and kept you engaged throughout 🙂. I would definitely recommend these for a lovely read and look forward to reading more from this author 🙂.
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June 8, 2019Love, spy's, and many laughs. Will they get the diamond smuggler, will the marriage of convenience turn into true love? This book was a page turner, not only was it captivating, and it will make you laugh and cry.
This is a book you want to read and love.
This is a book you want to read and love.
November 15, 2020
An Enjoyable Collection Of Entertainment
I loved the setting of these. I live in the center of NC, so we have beaches to the east and mountains to the west. I always enjoy reading books that are set in beach towns. I enjoyed all of the books!
I loved the setting of these. I live in the center of NC, so we have beaches to the east and mountains to the west. I always enjoy reading books that are set in beach towns. I enjoyed all of the books!
May 10, 2019
Please see individual stories for review.
May 22, 2019
Good
This series of shots that are all about how people find love in this bean town.it's great to find people.
This series of shots that are all about how people find love in this bean town.it's great to find people.
May 23, 2019
This series is a really enjoyable and easy to read.
May 25, 2019
Four sweet love stories about finding the right person in life
May 26, 2019
Light reading
Very good kept reading to see what happened next . It is nice to have stories without lots of sex scenes
Very good kept reading to see what happened next . It is nice to have stories without lots of sex scenes
June 4, 2019
I enjoyed these stories. They all had great characters, and it was a good variety of stories.
Content: clean- passionate kissing, some violence
Content: clean- passionate kissing, some violence
June 7, 2019
Good
It’s tons of fun for readers! But more specifically, it is a series of books written by authors who love romance. Grab a glass of sweet tea, sit on the porch, and get
It’s tons of fun for readers! But more specifically, it is a series of books written by authors who love romance. Grab a glass of sweet tea, sit on the porch, and get
June 11, 2019
Got this free and loved all of them. Reviewed individually.
June 30, 2019
Love it and couldn't get enough
July 10, 2019
Sweet stories
These were such sweet stories! I enjoyed each one immensely. Indigo Bay is a place where I would like to be, I feel as though I know the people!
These were such sweet stories! I enjoyed each one immensely. Indigo Bay is a place where I would like to be, I feel as though I know the people!
July 17, 2019
Light and fun easy reads. Makes me want to visit Indigo Bay at some stage.
August 12, 2019
I really enjoyed the four different stories! Loved how they made you feel like you knew Indigo Bay from their descriptions.
August 16, 2019
Fun times.
This book was very interesting keeps you reading till you get to the end.Will get more from this author. Love reading this type.
This book was very interesting keeps you reading till you get to the end.Will get more from this author. Love reading this type.
August 22, 2020
Sweet , tender stories
Need an escape? This one you'll enjoy. Each story takes you out of your present concerns and makes you forget your worries for a while.
Need an escape? This one you'll enjoy. Each story takes you out of your present concerns and makes you forget your worries for a while.
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