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The Long Way Home
For fans of When We Believed in Mermaids and This is Not How It Ends comes a compelling and emotional story of a mother grappling with grief, long-kept secrets and a heartbreaking betrayal.
When Maggie’s husband is killed in an accident, leaving her alone to raise two young boys, she thinks life can’t get any worse – until she discovers something in her husband’s belongings that shatters her world forever.
Forced to sell what should have been their forever home, Maggie packs up and moves her family to Jewel Harbor, a picturesque coastal town where nobody knows her painful secret. And when she meets Evan, a local boat builder who volunteers to help fix up her new home, she begins to wonder if he couldn’t help fix her heart too.
But Maggie isn’t the only one haunted by a secret tragedy. When Evan’s past threatens to destroy his future, Maggie finds herself tested in ways she couldn’t have imagined…
Readers LOVE Shann McPherson!
‘I absolutely adored this story.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘Such a good read.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘I loved it… A beautifully written second-chance romance… If you enjoy books about families, loss, forgiveness, second chances, and love, then you will love this book… I highly recommend this book.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘A great read.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘A hilarious, heartfelt story… A perfect beach, feel-good read.’ NetGalley reviewer
‘Loved this book… So enjoyable.’ NetGalley reviewer
When Maggie’s husband is killed in an accident, leaving her alone to raise two young boys, she thinks life can’t get any worse – until she discovers something in her husband’s belongings that shatters her world forever.
Forced to sell what should have been their forever home, Maggie packs up and moves her family to Jewel Harbor, a picturesque coastal town where nobody knows her painful secret. And when she meets Evan, a local boat builder who volunteers to help fix up her new home, she begins to wonder if he couldn’t help fix her heart too.
But Maggie isn’t the only one haunted by a secret tragedy. When Evan’s past threatens to destroy his future, Maggie finds herself tested in ways she couldn’t have imagined…
Readers LOVE Shann McPherson!
‘I absolutely adored this story.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘Such a good read.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘I loved it… A beautifully written second-chance romance… If you enjoy books about families, loss, forgiveness, second chances, and love, then you will love this book… I highly recommend this book.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘A great read.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘A hilarious, heartfelt story… A perfect beach, feel-good read.’ NetGalley reviewer
‘Loved this book… So enjoyable.’ NetGalley reviewer
- GenresRomanceWomens Fiction
310 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 7, 2021
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About the author
Shann McPherson
9 books177 followersShann McPherson has been writing contemporary romance fiction for as long as she can remember, and she has no plans on stopping any time soon. Her favourite authors are those who write stories that provide an escape from the harsh reality of today's world; Lucy Score, Tessa Bailey, Anna Todd, Colleen Hoover and the likes.
Living in sunny Queensland, Australia, when she isn't working her 9-5, or plotting her next story, Shann enjoys making memories with her husband and boisterous son, drinking wine and the occasional beer, and singing completely off-key to Taylor Swift.
Shann loves connecting with readers all over the world. You can find her on Instagram, Threads and TikTok.
"It's a truth universally acknowledged that inside every woman is an inner-psycho just waiting to be unleashed." - Alice 'Murph' Murphy, Where We Belong.
Living in sunny Queensland, Australia, when she isn't working her 9-5, or plotting her next story, Shann enjoys making memories with her husband and boisterous son, drinking wine and the occasional beer, and singing completely off-key to Taylor Swift.
Shann loves connecting with readers all over the world. You can find her on Instagram, Threads and TikTok.
"It's a truth universally acknowledged that inside every woman is an inner-psycho just waiting to be unleashed." - Alice 'Murph' Murphy, Where We Belong.
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July 13, 2021
I really didn’t enjoy this book very much as I found it very sad and very predictable. I felt I’d read books with this story so many times. Husband dies in a car crash, wife devastated then finds out he’s been cheating on her so she’s angry. I was hoping for something a little different but not this time. My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.
June 15, 2021
This was a beautiful nuanced book which had two damaged souls coming together and slowly healing, then falling in love.
A character based story, the author managed to pique my interest by keeping it close to reality.
A sweet beginning for both.
A character based story, the author managed to pique my interest by keeping it close to reality.
A sweet beginning for both.
July 6, 2021
This book started out well and grabbed my attention, but, once the big secret about Maggie’s husband is revealed, I felt that it lost momentum, becoming a sickly, predictable, romance story.
Truth be told, I did enjoy this book, having read it after a rather lengthy, complex story. However, it was just too bland for me to get excited about. It is clear that there is going to be an attraction between Maggie and Evan, even if Maggie is convincing herself it is too soon since her husband’s death. Furthermore, I could anticipate there would be a “bump in the road” with their fledging relationship – the kind you expect from this genre of book. It wasn’t completely predictable, but I found the soft narrative lack-lustre.
Maggie is quite a likeable character. I enjoyed watching her grow stronger from her husband’s death; seeing Maggie make the decision to leave her past behind and start afresh is definitely commendable, especially as she has two boys to raise on her own. I really sympathised with her when it becomes clear how difficult her elder son has taken the tragedy. In fact, during the scenes of some of their spats, my toes really curled at how awful he was being to his mother! I don’t actually know what I would have done in Maggie’s situation and could really understand her feelings of helplessness as the family try to move forwards.
The setting and supporting cast are all really pleasant. The writer’s description of Maggie’s house on the lake seemed perfectly idyllic and I felt a little envious at all the open space she had acquired! Despite feeling rather overwhelmed at the work needing to be done on the house, it was lovely to see the community come together to help Maggie. It was selfless help and reinforced the supportive community that Maggie has moved to.
Seeing the relationship develop between Maggie and Evan was sweet. However, it did feel like it took a long time to get going and this didn’t help maintain my interest in the novel. Knowing they would eventually become a couple meant I didn’t really care about their relationship – because it was so obvious it would happen. Furthermore, seeing how Evan becomes so popular with Maggie’s sons meant it was even more clear that this is how the story would conclude.
To be honest, this story felt a little bland and this is why I could only rate this as an average read. It is a sweet love story that focuses on two characters that are mending broken hearts. Their reasons are different but it was nice to watch the two come together. On the other hand, I think I would have preferred a story that was a lot less predictable and had a bit more fire and energy.
With thanks to HQ Digital and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Truth be told, I did enjoy this book, having read it after a rather lengthy, complex story. However, it was just too bland for me to get excited about. It is clear that there is going to be an attraction between Maggie and Evan, even if Maggie is convincing herself it is too soon since her husband’s death. Furthermore, I could anticipate there would be a “bump in the road” with their fledging relationship – the kind you expect from this genre of book. It wasn’t completely predictable, but I found the soft narrative lack-lustre.
Maggie is quite a likeable character. I enjoyed watching her grow stronger from her husband’s death; seeing Maggie make the decision to leave her past behind and start afresh is definitely commendable, especially as she has two boys to raise on her own. I really sympathised with her when it becomes clear how difficult her elder son has taken the tragedy. In fact, during the scenes of some of their spats, my toes really curled at how awful he was being to his mother! I don’t actually know what I would have done in Maggie’s situation and could really understand her feelings of helplessness as the family try to move forwards.
The setting and supporting cast are all really pleasant. The writer’s description of Maggie’s house on the lake seemed perfectly idyllic and I felt a little envious at all the open space she had acquired! Despite feeling rather overwhelmed at the work needing to be done on the house, it was lovely to see the community come together to help Maggie. It was selfless help and reinforced the supportive community that Maggie has moved to.
Seeing the relationship develop between Maggie and Evan was sweet. However, it did feel like it took a long time to get going and this didn’t help maintain my interest in the novel. Knowing they would eventually become a couple meant I didn’t really care about their relationship – because it was so obvious it would happen. Furthermore, seeing how Evan becomes so popular with Maggie’s sons meant it was even more clear that this is how the story would conclude.
To be honest, this story felt a little bland and this is why I could only rate this as an average read. It is a sweet love story that focuses on two characters that are mending broken hearts. Their reasons are different but it was nice to watch the two come together. On the other hand, I think I would have preferred a story that was a lot less predictable and had a bit more fire and energy.
With thanks to HQ Digital and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
June 14, 2021
The blurb of this story had me wanting more. It sounded intriguing. Something I enjoy within my stories.
But sadly, I couldn’t get into this one. It doesn’t have good flow for me. No good transitions from scene to scene. I started skipping around to finish it… never did capture my attention.
But sadly, I couldn’t get into this one. It doesn’t have good flow for me. No good transitions from scene to scene. I started skipping around to finish it… never did capture my attention.
July 5, 2021
Another great book by Shann McPherson! Maggie and Evan are 30 somethings unexpectedly finding love again. I loved this book! I connected with the characters and really felt their emotions. Both of them have lost and are trying to come to terms with those losses. Maggie’s relationship with her sons is heartbreaking at times and so heartwarming at others. As a mother I understand both of those. While Evan, the local hunk, buries himself in drinks and women to forget. He helps Maggie come to terms with her loss and revelations so they start off with a friendship until it becomes something more! Such a great read! I highly recommend for those who like older characters and a real story. This isn’t anything crazy here. It’s two people trying to live in this world after dealing with the unimaginable. Don’t miss it!
~Alexis💜
~Alexis💜
July 17, 2021
I normally like a steamier romance, but this was more emotionally connecting. Women’s fiction at its finest. Maggie was easy to relate to, and I connected with her, felt her pain which she tried so hard to hide from her boys; heartbreaking. I liked that this was t a full romance; more a “new beginnings” and a story of finding yourself when you really feel like your whole life has been a lie.
I love the words, the emotions, the beauty of the setting. 5 stars.
I love the words, the emotions, the beauty of the setting. 5 stars.
May 19, 2022
This story is both heart-warming and heart-wrenching, I definitely recommend this book. The author takes you on a journey through loss, grief, and healing- a story you won’t forget!
June 29, 2021
This is a heartwarming story of loss, pain and being able to find yourself again. This was a quick, easy read which is a nice summer break read. The story follows Maggie who has recently lost her husband in an accident but finds out that he has been keeping secrets from her and her two sons, Jack a teenager and the younger TJ.
Circumstances mean she has to move house and picks a small costal town Jewel Harbor where she find herself with a neglected house which is going to cost lots to fix up but at least nobody knows her or her husbands secret.
She meets local boatbuilder Evan, a bit of hunk and he offers to help her fix her new home. She makes friends, finds community and self confidence. I liked the idea that Maggie did not share her husband's secrets with her children and focused on her relationship with them and their healing. I enjoyed how the relationship bloomed with Jack showing how he matured. I enjoyed this book although yes there were parts that were rushed and others that seemed unbelievable in the timing provided but enjoying the story as well as the unraveling of the plot I liked the book.
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for a copy of this book in return for an honest review.
Circumstances mean she has to move house and picks a small costal town Jewel Harbor where she find herself with a neglected house which is going to cost lots to fix up but at least nobody knows her or her husbands secret.
She meets local boatbuilder Evan, a bit of hunk and he offers to help her fix her new home. She makes friends, finds community and self confidence. I liked the idea that Maggie did not share her husband's secrets with her children and focused on her relationship with them and their healing. I enjoyed how the relationship bloomed with Jack showing how he matured. I enjoyed this book although yes there were parts that were rushed and others that seemed unbelievable in the timing provided but enjoying the story as well as the unraveling of the plot I liked the book.
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for a copy of this book in return for an honest review.
June 30, 2021
This is an emotional and touching story of loss, forgiveness, recovery, second chances, moving forward, and love. We meet Maggie and her two sons, dealing with the death of their husband/father, and the betrayal Maggie discovers after his death. It’s about losing everything and learning to move forward. I very much enjoyed this book.
May 17, 2025
The novel initially showed great promise, immediately capturing my attention with its premise and early narrative threads. However, this initial intrigue waned considerably after the pivotal revelation concerning Maggie's deceased husband. The plot seemed to lose its forward drive, devolving into what felt like a conventional and somewhat saccharine romance narrative. While the signs of a burgeoning relationship between Maggie and Evan were evident early on, the focus shifted almost entirely to this predictable trajectory, diminishing the impact of other potential storylines.
In retrospect, having picked up this book after engaging with a more demanding and intricate narrative, I did find a degree of simple enjoyment in its pages. It served as a lighter interlude, a literary palate cleanser of sorts. Nevertheless, the overall experience was ultimately too unremarkable to truly resonate. The anticipated romantic connection between Maggie and Evan became a central theme, almost to the exclusion of other elements. Maggie's internal struggle regarding the timing of a new relationship after her husband's passing was a recurring motif, yet it felt somewhat superficial in its exploration. The inevitable "bump in the road" in their developing romance, a trope common to this genre, felt less like a genuine plot complication and more like a perfunctory obstacle designed to create temporary tension. While the specifics of this conflict weren't entirely foreseeable, the existence and nature of such an event felt highly predictable, contributing to the overall sense of a formulaic narrative. Consequently, the gentle unfolding of the story, while pleasant, lacked the dynamism and surprise needed to maintain a strong level of engagement.
Maggie herself emerged as a genuinely appealing protagonist. Her journey of emotional recovery following her husband's death was portrayed with a degree of sensitivity, and witnessing her resolve to embrace a new chapter in her life was undoubtedly admirable, particularly given her responsibilities as a single mother to two sons. My empathy for her deepened as the challenges she faced with her elder son's grief became apparent. Indeed, some of their interactions were quite uncomfortable to read, highlighting the raw and often difficult realities of family dynamics in the face of loss. I found myself genuinely pondering how I might navigate such a complex situation, underscoring the author's ability to evoke emotional connection and understanding for Maggie's feelings of helplessness as the family grappled with moving forward.
The novel's setting and its array of supporting characters contributed positively to the reading experience. The author's descriptions of Maggie's lakeside home painted a vivid and inviting picture, creating a sense of idyllic tranquility that sparked a touch of envy for the spacious surroundings. Despite the daunting prospect of renovating the property, the subsequent depiction of the local community rallying to offer assistance was genuinely heartwarming. This selfless support underscored the welcoming and tight-knit nature of Maggie's new environment, adding a layer of warmth to the narrative.
The gradual development of the romantic relationship between Maggie and Evan was undoubtedly portrayed in a sweet and tender manner. However, the pacing felt protracted, which unfortunately contributed to a dip in my overall interest. The foregone conclusion of their eventual union meant that I struggled to invest deeply in the intricacies of their developing feelings, as the outcome felt predetermined. Furthermore, Evan's immediate and positive connection with Maggie's sons further cemented this expectation, making the narrative arc feel increasingly transparent. The ease with which he integrated into their family dynamic left little room for doubt regarding the story's ultimate resolution.
In conclusion, the narrative ultimately felt somewhat uninspired, leading to my assessment of it as merely an average read. It presented a charming love story centered on two individuals navigating the complexities of healing from past heartbreak. While their individual circumstances differed, the shared experience of emotional recovery provided a common ground for their connection. However, the narrative's predictability and lack of significant surprises left me yearning for a story with greater originality, more compelling twists, and a more energetic and dynamic pace. While it served as a gentle and undemanding read, it ultimately lacked the spark and innovation to leave a lasting impression.
In retrospect, having picked up this book after engaging with a more demanding and intricate narrative, I did find a degree of simple enjoyment in its pages. It served as a lighter interlude, a literary palate cleanser of sorts. Nevertheless, the overall experience was ultimately too unremarkable to truly resonate. The anticipated romantic connection between Maggie and Evan became a central theme, almost to the exclusion of other elements. Maggie's internal struggle regarding the timing of a new relationship after her husband's passing was a recurring motif, yet it felt somewhat superficial in its exploration. The inevitable "bump in the road" in their developing romance, a trope common to this genre, felt less like a genuine plot complication and more like a perfunctory obstacle designed to create temporary tension. While the specifics of this conflict weren't entirely foreseeable, the existence and nature of such an event felt highly predictable, contributing to the overall sense of a formulaic narrative. Consequently, the gentle unfolding of the story, while pleasant, lacked the dynamism and surprise needed to maintain a strong level of engagement.
Maggie herself emerged as a genuinely appealing protagonist. Her journey of emotional recovery following her husband's death was portrayed with a degree of sensitivity, and witnessing her resolve to embrace a new chapter in her life was undoubtedly admirable, particularly given her responsibilities as a single mother to two sons. My empathy for her deepened as the challenges she faced with her elder son's grief became apparent. Indeed, some of their interactions were quite uncomfortable to read, highlighting the raw and often difficult realities of family dynamics in the face of loss. I found myself genuinely pondering how I might navigate such a complex situation, underscoring the author's ability to evoke emotional connection and understanding for Maggie's feelings of helplessness as the family grappled with moving forward.
The novel's setting and its array of supporting characters contributed positively to the reading experience. The author's descriptions of Maggie's lakeside home painted a vivid and inviting picture, creating a sense of idyllic tranquility that sparked a touch of envy for the spacious surroundings. Despite the daunting prospect of renovating the property, the subsequent depiction of the local community rallying to offer assistance was genuinely heartwarming. This selfless support underscored the welcoming and tight-knit nature of Maggie's new environment, adding a layer of warmth to the narrative.
The gradual development of the romantic relationship between Maggie and Evan was undoubtedly portrayed in a sweet and tender manner. However, the pacing felt protracted, which unfortunately contributed to a dip in my overall interest. The foregone conclusion of their eventual union meant that I struggled to invest deeply in the intricacies of their developing feelings, as the outcome felt predetermined. Furthermore, Evan's immediate and positive connection with Maggie's sons further cemented this expectation, making the narrative arc feel increasingly transparent. The ease with which he integrated into their family dynamic left little room for doubt regarding the story's ultimate resolution.
In conclusion, the narrative ultimately felt somewhat uninspired, leading to my assessment of it as merely an average read. It presented a charming love story centered on two individuals navigating the complexities of healing from past heartbreak. While their individual circumstances differed, the shared experience of emotional recovery provided a common ground for their connection. However, the narrative's predictability and lack of significant surprises left me yearning for a story with greater originality, more compelling twists, and a more energetic and dynamic pace. While it served as a gentle and undemanding read, it ultimately lacked the spark and innovation to leave a lasting impression.
August 14, 2021
Maggie's husband has tragically passed away in an accident, she is now left to raise her two boys, aged 15 and 10, alone. As if things weren't bad enough, she learns something about her late husband that drastically affects how she and the boys will move forward. She spontaneously buys a house in Jewel Harbor, a small coastal town where she knows no one. She ends up making friends with the locals, including bachelor number one, Evan, who has his own history.
This book started out good, the middle dragged a bit, and the end was predictable and a bit boring. Everything just worked out too perfectly. I expected a bit more drama. I really didn't care for Maggie or Evan, the other characters were just there to help the storyline and had no depth of their own. Overall I found the book to be a bit boring.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the advanced copy of this book in return for my honest review.
This book started out good, the middle dragged a bit, and the end was predictable and a bit boring. Everything just worked out too perfectly. I expected a bit more drama. I really didn't care for Maggie or Evan, the other characters were just there to help the storyline and had no depth of their own. Overall I found the book to be a bit boring.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the advanced copy of this book in return for my honest review.
November 13, 2021
The Long Way Home by Shann McPherson was a novel based on a plot that I have read before. The familiar plot husband is killed suddenly and then the wife finds out all of his secrets and needs to start all over again with a broken heart. What is different this time (at least to me) are the characters. I did like the characters. They were flawed, struggling with what life gave them.
OH - and the story takes place in New Hampshire. There were a number of references to various places in New Hampshire that always makes me sigh. The only problem with all the references - Piggly Wigglys do not exist this far north - Market Basket, Hannafords would have been better choices.
Maggie and Evan were a good couple together and I like how each wanted to understand and accept the other! What I didn’t like as much as Maggie’s angst - I wanted her to be mad! I was!
The Long Way Home by Shann McPherson was an interesting read.
OH - and the story takes place in New Hampshire. There were a number of references to various places in New Hampshire that always makes me sigh. The only problem with all the references - Piggly Wigglys do not exist this far north - Market Basket, Hannafords would have been better choices.
Maggie and Evan were a good couple together and I like how each wanted to understand and accept the other! What I didn’t like as much as Maggie’s angst - I wanted her to be mad! I was!
The Long Way Home by Shann McPherson was an interesting read.
November 25, 2024
Another new to me author
I'm on reading jag about women betrayed by partners who should have remained faithful to them; and then the book is about how they rebuild their lives, fall in love with who they are again, and then make room for a partner as well. Shann handled the challenge in a really interesting way; nothing like killing off the lying, cheating scumbag before the story really even gets started. Our heroine begins dealing with her grief and her sons' grief before she discovers her husband's infidelity and the fact he was siphoning money away from his family's savings to fund his upscale lifestyle with his affair partner . The affair bread crumbs kick her in the gut every time she starts to get her feet under her. Maybe that's why the second half of this book is such a charm to read. The fact that Ms McPherson's storytelling, character development, and dialogue has a wonderful immediacy. I'll be searching out more titles by this author.
I'm on reading jag about women betrayed by partners who should have remained faithful to them; and then the book is about how they rebuild their lives, fall in love with who they are again, and then make room for a partner as well. Shann handled the challenge in a really interesting way; nothing like killing off the lying, cheating scumbag before the story really even gets started. Our heroine begins dealing with her grief and her sons' grief before she discovers her husband's infidelity and the fact he was siphoning money away from his family's savings to fund his upscale lifestyle with his affair partner . The affair bread crumbs kick her in the gut every time she starts to get her feet under her. Maybe that's why the second half of this book is such a charm to read. The fact that Ms McPherson's storytelling, character development, and dialogue has a wonderful immediacy. I'll be searching out more titles by this author.
September 16, 2021
Unfortunately, this one fell flat for me. The characters were all lukewarm and the story was pretty basic and run-of-the-mill.
I also had to remove a star immediately over the ridiculous hand-holding, step-by-step walkthrough by the leading man on how to change a lightbulb. I mean, come on. A lightbulb?
"She gasped when the bulb came out after her "dainty hands" gently twisted to remove it"...
Teach her how to operate a breaker box or find and tighten a leaky pipe under the sink. Something that realistically a person with common sense may still need a little guidance to figure out. This woman has raised two boys and held down a home for 16 years. She can figure out how to change a lightbulb (yes, even with the switch still on).
In the end, this was a disappointing read because I absolutely LOVED Sweet Home Montana.
I also had to remove a star immediately over the ridiculous hand-holding, step-by-step walkthrough by the leading man on how to change a lightbulb. I mean, come on. A lightbulb?
"She gasped when the bulb came out after her "dainty hands" gently twisted to remove it"...
Teach her how to operate a breaker box or find and tighten a leaky pipe under the sink. Something that realistically a person with common sense may still need a little guidance to figure out. This woman has raised two boys and held down a home for 16 years. She can figure out how to change a lightbulb (yes, even with the switch still on).
In the end, this was a disappointing read because I absolutely LOVED Sweet Home Montana.
April 23, 2022
An absolutely lovely and captivating novel of lost souls, hurt deeply by hard circumstances in life finding each other in a small town. Evan now lives his life very differently from who he really is. Deep pain and heartache mark his every day until he meets Maggie. She has moved herself and her two sons away from the disaster her life became after her husband died. Deep pain and heartache also mark her days. But, life is not all rosy and tied with a bow as they both struggle to find something outside their inner hurt.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
July 26, 2021
Shann McPherson is a master story teller. This is a beautiful story of loss, love and new beginnings. I was swept away in the story and lost track of time. An emotional roller coaster and a must read.
August 20, 2021
I felt myself transported to a different world as I read this novel. It had me reflecting on the important things in life. A captivating, uplifting read that left me with a feeling of hope and happiness. Looking forward to reading more by this author.
February 16, 2022
Although I enjoyed this book, it was very predictable. The initial premise of the cheating dead husband was good, but it was clear from the getgo that Evan was going to be the one. I did enjoy the relationships with and between the sons. A nice, if not particularly original story.
May 22, 2023
Love!!!!
Pulls you in with an abundance of emotions. Really good story, love love 😊. Love the anticipation where it hooks you but then reality steps which I thought made it more real and believable. Can't wait to read more from Shann 😊
Pulls you in with an abundance of emotions. Really good story, love love 😊. Love the anticipation where it hooks you but then reality steps which I thought made it more real and believable. Can't wait to read more from Shann 😊
July 30, 2021
Perfect reading
A riveting, perfectly paced story with characters you want to hug and help along their way. Definitely a must read and absolutely unputdownable!
A riveting, perfectly paced story with characters you want to hug and help along their way. Definitely a must read and absolutely unputdownable!
April 5, 2022
Second Chance for Love
A beautiful and tender romance that should appeal to all romantic souls, especially those who found the love of their life the second time around, like me.
A beautiful and tender romance that should appeal to all romantic souls, especially those who found the love of their life the second time around, like me.
June 21, 2021
This was a quick, easy read which helped me out of a reading slump.
The story follows Maggie who has recently lost her husband in an accident but finds out that he has been keeping secrets from her and her two sons, Jack a teenager and the younger TJ.
Circumstances mean she has to move house and picks a small costal town Jewel Harbor where she find herself with a neglected house which is going to cost lots to fix up but at least nobody knows her or her husbands secret.
She meets local boatbuilder Evan, a bit of hunk and he offers to help her fix her new home. She makes friends and hopes that this move will her family the peace and happiness she craves.
I liked the cosy sense of community that this book described. An easy read with a storyline that was predictable but worth a read. 3 stars - okay but didn’t set the heather on fire.
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for a copy of this book in return for an honest review.
June 27, 2021
A sweet book surrounding Maggie, a widowed mother of two, who finds out after her husbands death that things were not as they seemed. My heart broke for her and her kids, but I was also so proud of her for picking up her life and seeking happiness again. When she meets Evan, it was clear these two were a fantastic match! Evan had his own tragic story that left fighting to leave the past behind. I enjoyed the storyline, but I did find myself sometimes skipping around sometimes as the transitions were a little rough. I was also quite disappointed with the ending, I felt like we had some pretty incredible build up during the story, just to rush the ending and leave everything with loose ends.
I'd give the author another go, again I thought the storyline was great.
I'd give the author another go, again I thought the storyline was great.
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