Grateful Hearts

Inn at Magnolia Harbor #8

by Gail Chianese

As Thanksgiving approaches, the residents of Magnolia Harbor, South Carolina, gear up for a delightful holiday festival. The co-owners of the Magnolia Harbor Inn - sisters Grace Porter and Charlotte Wylde - prepare for the festivities while they greet their new guests.

After suffering from a mild heart attack, Eden Masterson reluctantly takes a vacation from her stressful job in a public relations firm. But when she arrives at the inn, she has no idea how to relax. Will her time at the bed-and-breakfast help her learn how to slow down and embrace her second chance at life?

When Jenna Salzman makes a surprising discovery about her family, she stays at the inn to heal from her broken heart. With the support of her new friends in Magnolia Harbor, Jenna realizes she must come to terms with the past so she can face her family and her future.

Charlotte, co-owner of the inn, volunteers to help Dean Bradley when he receives distressing news. The two chefs have a friendly rivalry, but as Charlotte spends time with Dean, she wonders if there could be something more than friendship between them.

There is so much to be thankful for at the Magnolia Harbor Inn. Will these women find the strength to open their grateful hearts as they celebrate the spirit of the season?

205 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2020

About the author

Gail currently lives in beautiful Connecticut, but originally hails from sunny California. She is the wife of a 27-year Naval officer, the mom of three amazing kids, and one precious, but demanding pup. In her spare time, she likes to ghost hunt with her hubby, geocache with her family, and lock herself away with a great book. She loves to connect with readers on her website, www.gailchianese.com, and her Facebook page under Gail Chianese.

Reviews

[Sandra Bensley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanksgiving approaches at the Inn, Eden's story is very captivating and I loved how she embraces a new life style, even though it's a hard road to walk. Jenna's story was just a sweet read, another tough road to travel down, but yet the bumps she encounters are worth hitting to find love and forgiving others. A new glimpse into Charlotte and Dean's paths comes with some exciting challenges for both of them.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Always enjoy these books.

Eden Masterson suffers a heart attack and she goes to the inn to relax but learns it is not that easy to do. Dean gets some bad news about his mother and Charlotte offers to help with his restaurant. Jenna learns something about her relationship with her family and decides not to spend Thanksgiving with them.

As they all try to figure out the next steps in their futures they realize being alone is not the best way to move on. New friends are made, letting go is best but most of all forgiveness is important.

[Lis Sigona · Rating 5 out of 5]

As always The Inn at Magnolia Harbor Series is delightful! I enjoy the light heartedness of the storm and the permanent characters, along with the guests of the Inn. Always a pleasure to receive the book every 4 weeks to read, especially during these trying times.

[Naela · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun, up-lifting, read!

[Denise Schmutz McMann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Light and easy reading. I like the fact that you are getting to know the characters.

[Connie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just love this series. The sisters that own Magnolia Harbor Inn are so much fun.