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Back to Bluestone River #3
A Bridge Home
Will a new beginning...Lead to forever?
What good is a home without a family? School principal Eric Wells finally has the house he’s always wanted, but a painful childhood makes him question his ability to be a father. So when his high school crush Amy Morgan returns to Bluestone River with her troubled daughter, he’s surprised to find he wants to be there for both of them. Will Amy finally give him a chance?
What good is a home without a family? School principal Eric Wells finally has the house he’s always wanted, but a painful childhood makes him question his ability to be a father. So when his high school crush Amy Morgan returns to Bluestone River with her troubled daughter, he’s surprised to find he wants to be there for both of them. Will Amy finally give him a chance?
368 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 1, 2021
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About the author
Virginia McCullough
47 books643 followersA writer all her adult life, Virginia McCullough has had the opportunity to write the stories of her heart in her novels, including Girl in the Spotlight, the first book in her Two Moon Bay series for Harlequin Heartwarming. (Book 2 is scheduled for release in January 2018). Her award-winning romance and women’s fiction titles include The Jacks of Her Heart, Amber Light, Greta’s Grace, The Chapels on the Hill, and Island Healing.
Born and raised in Chicago, Virginia has been lucky enough to develop her writing career in many locations, including the coast of Maine, the mountains of North Carolina, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and currently, Northeast Wisconsin. She started her career in nonfiction, first writing articles and then books as a ghostwriter and coauthor. She’s written more than 100 books for physicians, business owners, professional speakers and many others with information to share or a story to tell.
Virginia’s books feature characters who could be your neighbors and friends. They come in all ages and struggle with everyday life issues in small-town environments that almost always include water—oceans, lakes, or rivers. The mother of two grown children, you’ll find Virginia with her nose a book, walking on trails or her neighborhood street, or she may be packing her bag to take off for her next adventure. And she’s always working on another story about hope, healing, and second chances.
Born and raised in Chicago, Virginia has been lucky enough to develop her writing career in many locations, including the coast of Maine, the mountains of North Carolina, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and currently, Northeast Wisconsin. She started her career in nonfiction, first writing articles and then books as a ghostwriter and coauthor. She’s written more than 100 books for physicians, business owners, professional speakers and many others with information to share or a story to tell.
Virginia’s books feature characters who could be your neighbors and friends. They come in all ages and struggle with everyday life issues in small-town environments that almost always include water—oceans, lakes, or rivers. The mother of two grown children, you’ll find Virginia with her nose a book, walking on trails or her neighborhood street, or she may be packing her bag to take off for her next adventure. And she’s always working on another story about hope, healing, and second chances.
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August 5, 2020
Thank you Prism and the author for a complimentary copy. I voluntarily reviewed this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
A Bridge Home: A Clean Romance
(Back To Bluestone River #3)
By: Virginia McCullough
REVIEW ☆☆☆☆
Virginia McCullough wraps up her Back To Bluestone River series with A Bridge Home: A Clean Romance. This book is part of the Heartwarming collection from Harlequin. If you are a fan of books one and two, you will not be disappointed with book three. In this story, Amy is a single mom trying to make her way in the world. Of course, there is always a guy, and in this case, it's Eric. In addition, the town, with its sense of community and cooperation, is a bit like a background atmospheric character. Amy and Eric are down to earth characters. They live in reality with problems, obstacles, etc. As they travel this path, it is interesting to see growth and change together and separately. I found the story charming, witty, entertaining and compelling enough to have substance without being heavy. It's the right balance of serious and humorous together with likeable characters that make A Bridge Home an excellent read. And, it's a clean story, which are hard to find these days. Romance readers will enjoy this book!
A Bridge Home: A Clean Romance
(Back To Bluestone River #3)
By: Virginia McCullough
REVIEW ☆☆☆☆
Virginia McCullough wraps up her Back To Bluestone River series with A Bridge Home: A Clean Romance. This book is part of the Heartwarming collection from Harlequin. If you are a fan of books one and two, you will not be disappointed with book three. In this story, Amy is a single mom trying to make her way in the world. Of course, there is always a guy, and in this case, it's Eric. In addition, the town, with its sense of community and cooperation, is a bit like a background atmospheric character. Amy and Eric are down to earth characters. They live in reality with problems, obstacles, etc. As they travel this path, it is interesting to see growth and change together and separately. I found the story charming, witty, entertaining and compelling enough to have substance without being heavy. It's the right balance of serious and humorous together with likeable characters that make A Bridge Home an excellent read. And, it's a clean story, which are hard to find these days. Romance readers will enjoy this book!
August 21, 2020
If you’ve read either of the previous books in McCullough’s Back to Bluestone River series, you know how important the bridge is to the memories of those who’ve grown up in this charming small town. It’s fairly significant in both books before A Bridge Home, and as you might expect from the title of book 3, it plays an important role here too. I think especially in this newest book, it becomes a symbol of the deeper things at play in the lives of Eric, Amy, and Cassie and I really liked the poignancy of that.
Let’s talk about Eric for a minute. He is such a great principal, particularly for kids who are struggling with tough life stuff. He relates to Cassie on a level that most can’t and the respect he gives to her emotions, while also teaching her how to make better choices in how she reacts to those feelings, is truly heartwarming. Eric seems especially sensitive to what other people need, and I loved seeing that manifest in his interactions with his mom, Cassie (as already stated), Amy’s grandparents, and of course Amy.
The writing flows smoothly and engages you right from the beginning. It’s both witty and emotional, and the romance is approached from characters who’ve lived a little life with all its mountains and valleys. They bring those experiences to their relationships, which of course lends some depth to the story and to the characters’ journeys. It’s rewarding as readers to walk through a book with characters like this, and you’ll appreciate the extra layers that McCullough includes.
Bottom Line: A Bridge Home is another great installment in this series. You will be invested in the town’s bridge, in the town itself, and in the characters who take center stage this time around. McCullough seamlessly weaves in witty dialogue, emotional dimension, and swoony romance, making this a book you won’t easily put down until you’ve turned the last page.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first appeared on Reading Is My SuperPower
Let’s talk about Eric for a minute. He is such a great principal, particularly for kids who are struggling with tough life stuff. He relates to Cassie on a level that most can’t and the respect he gives to her emotions, while also teaching her how to make better choices in how she reacts to those feelings, is truly heartwarming. Eric seems especially sensitive to what other people need, and I loved seeing that manifest in his interactions with his mom, Cassie (as already stated), Amy’s grandparents, and of course Amy.
The writing flows smoothly and engages you right from the beginning. It’s both witty and emotional, and the romance is approached from characters who’ve lived a little life with all its mountains and valleys. They bring those experiences to their relationships, which of course lends some depth to the story and to the characters’ journeys. It’s rewarding as readers to walk through a book with characters like this, and you’ll appreciate the extra layers that McCullough includes.
Bottom Line: A Bridge Home is another great installment in this series. You will be invested in the town’s bridge, in the town itself, and in the characters who take center stage this time around. McCullough seamlessly weaves in witty dialogue, emotional dimension, and swoony romance, making this a book you won’t easily put down until you’ve turned the last page.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first appeared on Reading Is My SuperPower
August 5, 2020
3.5 Stars
I enjoyed the first two books in Virginia McCullough’s Back to Bluestone series, so was excited when number three came out.
Eric and Amy went to high school together but never ended up together-together. Now they are both back in Bluestone and in such a small town (not to mention Amy’s daughter a student in Eric’s school), their paths cross—a lot.
There were several moments I had to roll my eyes at Amy. She was so wishy-washy where Eric was concerned. And, honestly, Eric came across almost too good to be true.
But, even with those complaints, the romance is engaging. What really makes this series enjoyable is the way the town is coming together to re-energize their home and bring visitors in. From the covered bridge to the charity bike ride to the Fourth of July parade, something is always being cooked up, and you can’t help but feel the excitement and energy.
Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
I enjoyed the first two books in Virginia McCullough’s Back to Bluestone series, so was excited when number three came out.
Eric and Amy went to high school together but never ended up together-together. Now they are both back in Bluestone and in such a small town (not to mention Amy’s daughter a student in Eric’s school), their paths cross—a lot.
There were several moments I had to roll my eyes at Amy. She was so wishy-washy where Eric was concerned. And, honestly, Eric came across almost too good to be true.
But, even with those complaints, the romance is engaging. What really makes this series enjoyable is the way the town is coming together to re-energize their home and bring visitors in. From the covered bridge to the charity bike ride to the Fourth of July parade, something is always being cooked up, and you can’t help but feel the excitement and energy.
Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
August 4, 2020
3.5 Stars
I enjoyed the first two books in Virginia McCullough’s Back to Bluestone series, so was excited when number three came out.
Eric and Amy went to high school together but never ended up together-together. Now they are both back in Bluestone and in such a small town (not to mention Amy’s daughter a student in Eric’s school), their paths cross—a lot.
There were several moments I had to roll my eyes at Amy. She was so wishy-washy where Eric was concerned. And, honestly, Eric came across almost too good to be true.
But, even with those complaints, the romance is engaging. What really makes this series enjoyable is the way the town is coming together to re-energize their home and bring visitors in. From the covered bridge to the charity bike ride to the Fourth of July parade, something is always being cooked up, and you can’t help but feel the excitement and energy.
Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
I enjoyed the first two books in Virginia McCullough’s Back to Bluestone series, so was excited when number three came out.
Eric and Amy went to high school together but never ended up together-together. Now they are both back in Bluestone and in such a small town (not to mention Amy’s daughter a student in Eric’s school), their paths cross—a lot.
There were several moments I had to roll my eyes at Amy. She was so wishy-washy where Eric was concerned. And, honestly, Eric came across almost too good to be true.
But, even with those complaints, the romance is engaging. What really makes this series enjoyable is the way the town is coming together to re-energize their home and bring visitors in. From the covered bridge to the charity bike ride to the Fourth of July parade, something is always being cooked up, and you can’t help but feel the excitement and energy.
Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.
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October 13, 2020DNF at Chapter Eight
I made the mistake of picking up this book without checking to see if it was a standalone or part of a series and it turns out it is book three in Back to Bluestune River. Also, I'm not a big fan of small town romance so this book had many things that I didn't care about.
I made the mistake of picking up this book without checking to see if it was a standalone or part of a series and it turns out it is book three in Back to Bluestune River. Also, I'm not a big fan of small town romance so this book had many things that I didn't care about.
August 5, 2020
I thoroughly enjoy Virginia McCullough's small town trilogies because each book allows you to revisit the characters you've already gotten acquainted with in the previous books. A Bridge Home wraps up the Back to Bluestone River series with a single mom trying to create a home for her and her daughter.
Having been a single mom, I related to the struggle the heroine faced and the reality that kids never listen to their parent! Sometimes it takes another adult to help a child deal with a painful transition, and in this case, it is a man who (eventually) wants to make a family with them.
Although this is a heartwarming romance, Virginia McCullough creates plenty of conflict and emotional turmoil that her characters have to reconcile before earning their HEA. I like a romance with issues and situations that reflect real life. A Bridge Home is an uplifting story of family and community that will touch your heart and make you want to connect with the special people in your own life.
Having been a single mom, I related to the struggle the heroine faced and the reality that kids never listen to their parent! Sometimes it takes another adult to help a child deal with a painful transition, and in this case, it is a man who (eventually) wants to make a family with them.
Although this is a heartwarming romance, Virginia McCullough creates plenty of conflict and emotional turmoil that her characters have to reconcile before earning their HEA. I like a romance with issues and situations that reflect real life. A Bridge Home is an uplifting story of family and community that will touch your heart and make you want to connect with the special people in your own life.
August 7, 2020
Thank you in advance to the author, Virginia McCullough, for providing an advanced review copy through Prism Book Tours. A positive review was not required or requested, and all words are my own.
This is the third of the “Back to Bluestone River” novels of the Harlequin Heartwarming series. And, this is the second one I’ve read through Prism – “The Christmas Kiss”. As a result I did purchase “A Family for Jason”, but have not yet had time to read it.
While the series are connected and the characters from previous novels mentioned, the story relies more on what is going on between Eric and Amy; as well as the other stories. Thus the reader doesn’t have to read the previous two novels to understand what is going on or to understand who the characters are.
Eric and Amy were great high school friends. Amy ended up marrying Scott, the high school athlete and is now divorced. As adults, Eric and Amy’s relationship gets started on an awkward level. Eric is now the principal at the school Amy’s daughter Cassie attends. And, Amy’s job as a single mom isn’t easy. Amy is also helping with the grandparents who raised her.
Eric and Amy have to meet over Cassie’s “issues” which stem from Amy and her ex-husband, Scott’s, divorce. And, Scott isn’t the best dad there is.
I understood Cassie’s issues to a point. My father left just after my fourth (4th) birthday. He would make promises and never fulfill them, forgot birthdays, forgot Christmas – so it’s safe to say that he was never around. Incidentally, haven’t seen him in 40 years. However, I didn’t act out like Cassie, so I found it a bit hard on that note to fully identify with her.
However, the author also does a great job of highlighting what trauma can do to some kids – not only Cassie, but her friend and a foster child – Lottie who desperately wants to stay with Kyra. Cassie and Lottie have a rough road, but become inseparable friends. So much so that Cassie even goes after a boy who is taunting her.
I loved how Eric was not just a dedicated principal, but also a friend to Amy and Cassie. He took an active role in his students in an untraditional way – he gave them choices, asked questions, and didn’t admonish as much as some would. It was easy to see why he was as good with kids as he was shown the same mercy as well. And, it is through meetings and talks that he guides kids into making better decisions. Such as teaching Cassie that sticking up for Lottie is good, but getting physical isn’t the way to go about it.
Georgia is another hero in this story – she also helps and supports Cassie in her job, encouragement in life, as well as career success. It didn’t surprise me what Georgia ended up doing.
The back or side story is about the bridge that gets damaged in a snow storm. That sets of a “somewhat” political issue for Mike Abbott (from A Family for Jason) in that he has to determine whether or not to save the bridge or to spend resources elsewhere. Also, Emma from The Christmas Kiss returns. And, it is through this back story the characters at first turn on each other regarding the bridge, but learn to compromise when/where needed. There are tense moments, but readers will be glad to see the town come together to get everything accomplished.
The cover is darling, yet the guy depicted to be Eric looks far too young to be a principal. Still, I’m sure he’s cute ;) I just tend to a different kind of guy, lol.
The plot is equally darling and gives the reader so much in this story. And, these are huge books – while larger print, they’re also larger in content.
There were a few typos, one on page 57 should have read “Unfortunately, Scott is the present. Or he’s supposed to be, for Cassie” as opposed to “Unfortunately, Scott is the present. Or he’s supposed to be, for Amy” when Amy was talking with Eric. There was also a teensy problem with the font size on page 99. None of these take away from the message of the book or story.
I found this book difficult to put it down. I had to as it is a bit big to hold, but I just had to know what was going to happen, which is of course the standard “HEA” – happily ever after. Most romance novels are not complete without them. And, like most, this had the sweet Hallmark movie vibe to it. I honestly could see it as a movie.
There were a few “plot holes” I would’ve liked to have seen filled in – one was the reason Cassie and Lottie ran off which added a bit of suspense in chapter 15. I’m hoping the author gives us an update in the next book. There was so much I wanted to see wrapped up in this – Scott, will he or won’t he return, the bridge repair or restoration, as well as Kyra and Lottie’s situation. I’ll definitely be interested in returning to Bluestone River as soon as I can!
Clean, wholesome, sweet read that tugs at the heartstrings and makes you want to get up and hug everyone! Messages of compromise, adjusting, and learning to trust are apparent; and McCullough creates a beautiful story that is realistic while being uplifting. While sometimes it is hard to change, we can slowly evolve, expand, and open up to new experiences that enrich our lives.
Those who’ve read the previous two novels and fans of the author will likely want to read this. Anyone who enjoys clean, wholesome, and a story with a beautiful ending will enjoy it as well.
This is the third of the “Back to Bluestone River” novels of the Harlequin Heartwarming series. And, this is the second one I’ve read through Prism – “The Christmas Kiss”. As a result I did purchase “A Family for Jason”, but have not yet had time to read it.
While the series are connected and the characters from previous novels mentioned, the story relies more on what is going on between Eric and Amy; as well as the other stories. Thus the reader doesn’t have to read the previous two novels to understand what is going on or to understand who the characters are.
Eric and Amy were great high school friends. Amy ended up marrying Scott, the high school athlete and is now divorced. As adults, Eric and Amy’s relationship gets started on an awkward level. Eric is now the principal at the school Amy’s daughter Cassie attends. And, Amy’s job as a single mom isn’t easy. Amy is also helping with the grandparents who raised her.
Eric and Amy have to meet over Cassie’s “issues” which stem from Amy and her ex-husband, Scott’s, divorce. And, Scott isn’t the best dad there is.
I understood Cassie’s issues to a point. My father left just after my fourth (4th) birthday. He would make promises and never fulfill them, forgot birthdays, forgot Christmas – so it’s safe to say that he was never around. Incidentally, haven’t seen him in 40 years. However, I didn’t act out like Cassie, so I found it a bit hard on that note to fully identify with her.
However, the author also does a great job of highlighting what trauma can do to some kids – not only Cassie, but her friend and a foster child – Lottie who desperately wants to stay with Kyra. Cassie and Lottie have a rough road, but become inseparable friends. So much so that Cassie even goes after a boy who is taunting her.
I loved how Eric was not just a dedicated principal, but also a friend to Amy and Cassie. He took an active role in his students in an untraditional way – he gave them choices, asked questions, and didn’t admonish as much as some would. It was easy to see why he was as good with kids as he was shown the same mercy as well. And, it is through meetings and talks that he guides kids into making better decisions. Such as teaching Cassie that sticking up for Lottie is good, but getting physical isn’t the way to go about it.
Georgia is another hero in this story – she also helps and supports Cassie in her job, encouragement in life, as well as career success. It didn’t surprise me what Georgia ended up doing.
The back or side story is about the bridge that gets damaged in a snow storm. That sets of a “somewhat” political issue for Mike Abbott (from A Family for Jason) in that he has to determine whether or not to save the bridge or to spend resources elsewhere. Also, Emma from The Christmas Kiss returns. And, it is through this back story the characters at first turn on each other regarding the bridge, but learn to compromise when/where needed. There are tense moments, but readers will be glad to see the town come together to get everything accomplished.
The cover is darling, yet the guy depicted to be Eric looks far too young to be a principal. Still, I’m sure he’s cute ;) I just tend to a different kind of guy, lol.
The plot is equally darling and gives the reader so much in this story. And, these are huge books – while larger print, they’re also larger in content.
There were a few typos, one on page 57 should have read “Unfortunately, Scott is the present. Or he’s supposed to be, for Cassie” as opposed to “Unfortunately, Scott is the present. Or he’s supposed to be, for Amy” when Amy was talking with Eric. There was also a teensy problem with the font size on page 99. None of these take away from the message of the book or story.
I found this book difficult to put it down. I had to as it is a bit big to hold, but I just had to know what was going to happen, which is of course the standard “HEA” – happily ever after. Most romance novels are not complete without them. And, like most, this had the sweet Hallmark movie vibe to it. I honestly could see it as a movie.
There were a few “plot holes” I would’ve liked to have seen filled in – one was the reason Cassie and Lottie ran off which added a bit of suspense in chapter 15. I’m hoping the author gives us an update in the next book. There was so much I wanted to see wrapped up in this – Scott, will he or won’t he return, the bridge repair or restoration, as well as Kyra and Lottie’s situation. I’ll definitely be interested in returning to Bluestone River as soon as I can!
Clean, wholesome, sweet read that tugs at the heartstrings and makes you want to get up and hug everyone! Messages of compromise, adjusting, and learning to trust are apparent; and McCullough creates a beautiful story that is realistic while being uplifting. While sometimes it is hard to change, we can slowly evolve, expand, and open up to new experiences that enrich our lives.
Those who’ve read the previous two novels and fans of the author will likely want to read this. Anyone who enjoys clean, wholesome, and a story with a beautiful ending will enjoy it as well.
August 7, 2020
This is the third book in this series, and I have been enjoying every single one of them. While it is a part of the series, it is very easily read as a standalone book. Characters from the previous books do make an appearance, but their backstory is not essential to this one. But you will want to definitely go back and read their stories anyway.
This series is definitely one about second chances. As people are returning to the town of Bluestone River, they are seeking to touch home base to start their lives over again after having a great deal of difficulty in life after they left. For these two characters, their lives growing up were difficult, thanks to poor relationships with their parents, but being home is so very important. Eric's father was basically worthless and Amy's parents abandoned her with her grandparents before perishing in an accident. They both have a desire to help the next generation in their lives not have to suffer the same way that they did, and while facilitating this to happen, find some healing in their own lives.
Eric and Amy actually were friends back in high school. Eric had a huge crush on her, but Amy only had eyes for Scott, the man she ended up marrying and divorcing after having their daughter. Eric has just moved back to be the school principal and finds himself encountering Amy more frequently while navigating issues that Amy's daughter Cassie is having at school. I really like Eric and how he handles children who are having problems. I felt a sort of kinship with him, because that was one of my specialties when I was teaching.
Amy is so sweet and so caring, yet protective of her heart, and especially protective of her daughter's heart. She is also very smart and business savvy and is able to make a splash in this small town. She also has an innate desire to help others, particularly Kyra and her foster daughter Lottie, with whom Amy has a special understanding of the roller coaster of feelings.
Amy and Eric are just a natural fit with each other. They really do want the same things in life and I enjoyed watching their bond grow.
And then there is the whole substory about the town's beloved covered bridge being damaged in a storm and the debate about what to do with it and how do you balance maintaining the essence of the small town while also trying to survive and have some progress. I am partial to covered bridges because they were one of my father's favorite things to visit and paint. And I am also sensitive to that balance of preserving a way of life while also making some progress. It will be interesting to keep watching this town work through this and develop if the series continues.
The only weird thing for me with this book was Amy's ex Scott. He wasn't much a part of Cassie's life, and then suddenly started coming around a lot more. I was expecting there to be more going on with him as the story unfolded. It felt like his presence was a bit of an afterthought and then he kind of disappeared. And this one did resolve a little faster than I expected, almost as if the word count limit was imminent and it had to end.
Nevertheless, I really enjoyed this story. It was a perfect escape while sitting on the deck on a lovely summer morning with a latte in hand. I really hope there is more to this series, because you can be sure I will be picking it up as well!
Thank you to the publisher, author, and to Prism Book Tours for providing me with a requested review copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
This series is definitely one about second chances. As people are returning to the town of Bluestone River, they are seeking to touch home base to start their lives over again after having a great deal of difficulty in life after they left. For these two characters, their lives growing up were difficult, thanks to poor relationships with their parents, but being home is so very important. Eric's father was basically worthless and Amy's parents abandoned her with her grandparents before perishing in an accident. They both have a desire to help the next generation in their lives not have to suffer the same way that they did, and while facilitating this to happen, find some healing in their own lives.
Eric and Amy actually were friends back in high school. Eric had a huge crush on her, but Amy only had eyes for Scott, the man she ended up marrying and divorcing after having their daughter. Eric has just moved back to be the school principal and finds himself encountering Amy more frequently while navigating issues that Amy's daughter Cassie is having at school. I really like Eric and how he handles children who are having problems. I felt a sort of kinship with him, because that was one of my specialties when I was teaching.
Amy is so sweet and so caring, yet protective of her heart, and especially protective of her daughter's heart. She is also very smart and business savvy and is able to make a splash in this small town. She also has an innate desire to help others, particularly Kyra and her foster daughter Lottie, with whom Amy has a special understanding of the roller coaster of feelings.
Amy and Eric are just a natural fit with each other. They really do want the same things in life and I enjoyed watching their bond grow.
And then there is the whole substory about the town's beloved covered bridge being damaged in a storm and the debate about what to do with it and how do you balance maintaining the essence of the small town while also trying to survive and have some progress. I am partial to covered bridges because they were one of my father's favorite things to visit and paint. And I am also sensitive to that balance of preserving a way of life while also making some progress. It will be interesting to keep watching this town work through this and develop if the series continues.
The only weird thing for me with this book was Amy's ex Scott. He wasn't much a part of Cassie's life, and then suddenly started coming around a lot more. I was expecting there to be more going on with him as the story unfolded. It felt like his presence was a bit of an afterthought and then he kind of disappeared. And this one did resolve a little faster than I expected, almost as if the word count limit was imminent and it had to end.
Nevertheless, I really enjoyed this story. It was a perfect escape while sitting on the deck on a lovely summer morning with a latte in hand. I really hope there is more to this series, because you can be sure I will be picking it up as well!
Thank you to the publisher, author, and to Prism Book Tours for providing me with a requested review copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
August 7, 2020
Virginia McCullough’s A Bridge Home is a sweet, uplifting and wonderfully moving contemporary romance about healing, renewal and forgiveness guaranteed to touch every reader’s heart.
Amy Morgan has returned to Bluestone River with her daughter, Cassie for a fresh start and a new beginning. After her marriage to her husband had ended in divorce, Amy had realized that there was nothing more she wanted than to go back home to Bluestone River and raise her daughter in the idyllic small town which is full of good memories of her childhood. Back home living with her grandparents, Amy soon finds a part-time job and begins to settle into her new life – the only problem is that Cassie is acting up at school and has made it perfectly clear that she hates her new town and does not want to settle here. Having your daughter acting up at school is bad enough, but being called into the principal’s office is even worse – especially when he is somebody you had gone to school with who seems to have got even more attractive since high school: Eric Wells…
Eric had had a huge crush on Amy in high school, but unfortunately she hadn’t reciprocated his feelings for her back then and had instead been more interested in hanging around one of the most popular guys in high school whom she had gone on to marry. Now that she is back in town, Eric isn’t exactly looking forward to bumping into Amy again and reliving the embarrassing memories of Amy saying no to being his date for prom, but Eric needs to put his personal feelings aside and focus upon ensuring that Cassie feels settled and secure in her new school. But when Amy walks through his office doors, all his old feelings for her come flooding back and it looks like staying professional has got a lot harder than he had previously imagined.
Amy finds herself drawn to Eric when she claps eyes on him again. Not only is Eric as handsome as ever, but he seems to genuinely care about his job and the kids as at his school. Thanks to him, Cassie slowly begins to thrive in her new school and when fate decides to throw the two of them in even closer proximity, long-buried feelings quickly come rushing back to the surface. But Amy has already been burned once in the relationships department, is she ready to put her heart on the line ever again?
Will Amy and Eric stop living in the past and give into their feelings for one another? Or will they continue to be held back by their fears and insecurities?
Virginia McCullough’s A Bridge Home is a charming contemporary romance written with such warmth and heart that once readers start reading it, they will find themselves completely and utterly hooked. Tender, emotional, intense but uplifting and heart-warming, A Bridge Home is a delightful romantic read with an honorable hero, a kind-hearted and intelligent heroine and a beautifully rendered small town readers would just love to move to.
A terrific tale where the pages will just turn themselves, Virginia McCullough’s A Bridge Home is a small-town romance that is hard to resist.
Amy Morgan has returned to Bluestone River with her daughter, Cassie for a fresh start and a new beginning. After her marriage to her husband had ended in divorce, Amy had realized that there was nothing more she wanted than to go back home to Bluestone River and raise her daughter in the idyllic small town which is full of good memories of her childhood. Back home living with her grandparents, Amy soon finds a part-time job and begins to settle into her new life – the only problem is that Cassie is acting up at school and has made it perfectly clear that she hates her new town and does not want to settle here. Having your daughter acting up at school is bad enough, but being called into the principal’s office is even worse – especially when he is somebody you had gone to school with who seems to have got even more attractive since high school: Eric Wells…
Eric had had a huge crush on Amy in high school, but unfortunately she hadn’t reciprocated his feelings for her back then and had instead been more interested in hanging around one of the most popular guys in high school whom she had gone on to marry. Now that she is back in town, Eric isn’t exactly looking forward to bumping into Amy again and reliving the embarrassing memories of Amy saying no to being his date for prom, but Eric needs to put his personal feelings aside and focus upon ensuring that Cassie feels settled and secure in her new school. But when Amy walks through his office doors, all his old feelings for her come flooding back and it looks like staying professional has got a lot harder than he had previously imagined.
Amy finds herself drawn to Eric when she claps eyes on him again. Not only is Eric as handsome as ever, but he seems to genuinely care about his job and the kids as at his school. Thanks to him, Cassie slowly begins to thrive in her new school and when fate decides to throw the two of them in even closer proximity, long-buried feelings quickly come rushing back to the surface. But Amy has already been burned once in the relationships department, is she ready to put her heart on the line ever again?
Will Amy and Eric stop living in the past and give into their feelings for one another? Or will they continue to be held back by their fears and insecurities?
Virginia McCullough’s A Bridge Home is a charming contemporary romance written with such warmth and heart that once readers start reading it, they will find themselves completely and utterly hooked. Tender, emotional, intense but uplifting and heart-warming, A Bridge Home is a delightful romantic read with an honorable hero, a kind-hearted and intelligent heroine and a beautifully rendered small town readers would just love to move to.
A terrific tale where the pages will just turn themselves, Virginia McCullough’s A Bridge Home is a small-town romance that is hard to resist.
August 7, 2020
Changes in life circumstances take a toll on anyone, and sometimes that toll can be much greater on a child. Amy Morgan has come back to her hometown to start life anew with her nine year old daughter, Cassie, after her divorce. Amy and Cassie are both adjusting to a new normal, Amy moving back in with her grandparents and being a help to them and Cassie having to start a new school. Unfortunately Cassie is not doing well and feels very isolated so begins getting in trouble.
In steps the principal Eric Wells who has long had a crush on Amy. Let me just say that Eric is a hero. He didn't have the best of childhoods so he is determined to help as many kids as he can in his position that he can. I like that he wasn't going to let his unfortunate childhood scar him, but make him stronger and help others. The way he takes to Cassie was sweet and shows he knows what he is doing.
This is a gentle love story of second chances of the sort. Amy letting go of past mistakes and Eric finally, maybe getting the chance with Amy he has always wanted. Throw in a little family drama and you have yourself a heartfelt read.
I received a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.
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In steps the principal Eric Wells who has long had a crush on Amy. Let me just say that Eric is a hero. He didn't have the best of childhoods so he is determined to help as many kids as he can in his position that he can. I like that he wasn't going to let his unfortunate childhood scar him, but make him stronger and help others. The way he takes to Cassie was sweet and shows he knows what he is doing.
This is a gentle love story of second chances of the sort. Amy letting go of past mistakes and Eric finally, maybe getting the chance with Amy he has always wanted. Throw in a little family drama and you have yourself a heartfelt read.
I received a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.
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August 9, 2020
What a heartwarming, sweet romance story. This is the third book in the series. I have not read the other two books, but I did not have any issues following along. Previous characters are referenced too, but it is not dire that you have read the other books. With that being said, I will be going back because I loved this book so much. In this book, we meet Eric and Amy. They had been good friends in high school, but Amy had gone on and married someone else. Amy is divorced now. Amy and Eric re-meet when Cassie, Amy's daughter is having some problems and they have a meeting at school. Eric is the principal. Poor Cassie is dealing with issues related to her dad. I love how the author has touched on divorced kid issues. I am a product of a divorced family. My two younger boys are a product of a divorced family. I love how the story builds from this meeting.
This story contains well written characters, a original storyline and flows nicely. The cover is adorable. I received a copy of this book through Prism book tours, all thoughts are my own.
This story contains well written characters, a original storyline and flows nicely. The cover is adorable. I received a copy of this book through Prism book tours, all thoughts are my own.
August 3, 2020
Eric Wells recently moved back home to Bluestone River to become the school principal. He finally got his dream of buying a home but, he is afraid of being a father because of his painful childhood. When his high school crush, Amy Morgan returns home with her troubled daughter, Cassie, Eric finds himself drawn to them.
I was very torn when reading this novel, I felt like both characters were hung up about their past. I felt like the romance moved very fast and when they hit a snag, they were both quick to go on the offensive. I feel like they didn't communicate enough with each other. I also felt like Eric was being a hypocrite when it came to Amy and her daughter. He was quick to judge other people (and including Amy) for their actions. For example, he didn't like how one mother "rewarded" a child's bad behavior but, Eric did the same thing with Cassie. The novel wasn't a bad book but, it was filled with flawed characters that I couldn't connect with.
I was very torn when reading this novel, I felt like both characters were hung up about their past. I felt like the romance moved very fast and when they hit a snag, they were both quick to go on the offensive. I feel like they didn't communicate enough with each other. I also felt like Eric was being a hypocrite when it came to Amy and her daughter. He was quick to judge other people (and including Amy) for their actions. For example, he didn't like how one mother "rewarded" a child's bad behavior but, Eric did the same thing with Cassie. The novel wasn't a bad book but, it was filled with flawed characters that I couldn't connect with.
December 7, 2020
Talk about a joy to read. The way Virginia wrote this book its a second chance at love for Amy Morgan after her marriage failed. With Eric Wells its a second chance for Eric to win the girl he has always loved. I love the way this story is covering a certain time frame which allows for things to grow and change. I love reading about the way things are handled when a problem arises with Amy's daughter. Its handled in a positive way that is great for her. This book is well written and definitely worth reading. You find it hard to put down. J
August 6, 2020
I love this series. Full of make you televised stories. There is plenty of heart and feels. At times this book will hit you in the heart and get a little teary. Lottie is a character that does. I hope Kyra and Lottie get a book. I could relate Cassie. It remained me of my childhood and the feelings I had when my parents split. I loved Eric and Amy. Eric finally gets his chance, but he has to be patient and weather the little storms that come their way.
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August 1, 2020Categories
Small Town & Rural Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Family Life Fiction, Wholesome Romance
Miniseries
Back to Bluestone River (Book #3)
Small Town & Rural Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Family Life Fiction, Wholesome Romance
Miniseries
Back to Bluestone River (Book #3)
August 13, 2020
Another in the Back to Bluestone River series, in which school principal is happily renovating an old house even as he begins instituting a new gentler way to guide his elementary students. It wasn't as he was raised, but he has no intention of replicated how he was treated.
When Amy Morgan arrives and her 9-year-old daughter is enrolled in his school, he is confronted by the troubled little girl and his mother when he'd have preferred to get reacquainted anywhere but his office. However, he does his job and soon begins to see improvements in the little girl's behavior, much of which relates to the child's reaction to her unreliable father's behavior. And, as Amy becomes more comfortable with her job and his presence, they get closer.
But will she say yes if he pops the question? And will Amy's daughter be happy with becoming part of a new family?
When Amy Morgan arrives and her 9-year-old daughter is enrolled in his school, he is confronted by the troubled little girl and his mother when he'd have preferred to get reacquainted anywhere but his office. However, he does his job and soon begins to see improvements in the little girl's behavior, much of which relates to the child's reaction to her unreliable father's behavior. And, as Amy becomes more comfortable with her job and his presence, they get closer.
But will she say yes if he pops the question? And will Amy's daughter be happy with becoming part of a new family?
August 5, 2020
I liked this story from the sstart. But sometimes Amy was annoying because she couldn't make up her mind when it came to Eric. She kept leading him on. And because he was crazy about her, he just let her. They both needed some adjustments. I like Eric. He was a good principle because of his life growing up. He had a mentor to help him so he passed this on to the school kids, and to Cassie. And he also passed this on to Amy's grandparents, always seeming to think of their feelings.
This small town was special in the way they pulled together to save their heritage. A town I would love to live in. There were many disagreements, and they seemed to come to decisions to please most. There is so much more going on in this story and author Virginia McCullough does an amazing job of weaving it all together to make A Bridge Home the Heartwarming story it is. If you enjoy a good clean Romance, I am sure you will love this one. And check out the other books in this series by Virginia McCullough. They are the same Heartwarming romance as this one is.
A special thanks to the author/publisher for a copy of this book. I am not required to write a positive review, the opinions here are mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
This small town was special in the way they pulled together to save their heritage. A town I would love to live in. There were many disagreements, and they seemed to come to decisions to please most. There is so much more going on in this story and author Virginia McCullough does an amazing job of weaving it all together to make A Bridge Home the Heartwarming story it is. If you enjoy a good clean Romance, I am sure you will love this one. And check out the other books in this series by Virginia McCullough. They are the same Heartwarming romance as this one is.
A special thanks to the author/publisher for a copy of this book. I am not required to write a positive review, the opinions here are mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
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