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Carter Island #3
No More Secrets
Aussie billionaire businessman and pilot Cade Paxton has struggled to put his life back together after suffering a tragic loss. With his purchase of Carter Island Air and recent move to the small Massachusetts island, he sees his chance for a fresh start. Cade’s sole focus is on growing his investment and avoiding romantic entanglements at all costs. But then he hires Rebecca Carter Interiors’ new assistant designer to help him update the aging airport. Cade quickly finds himself fascinated by the sassy beauty who often speaks her mind, talking to him in a way most people wouldn’t dare.
Single mother Gwenyth Carter has recently been through hell. She’s starting over after several months of nasty surprises. Newly divorced and nearly broke, she’s rebuilding her life one step at a time. Gwen’s certain she has everything she her sweet baby girl, a supportive family, and her dream career. She’s endlessly grateful when the lucrative airport project falls into her lap. But Gwen soon realizes that her new job comes with unforeseen complications, mainly the amount of time she’s forced to spend with her gorgeous client and his sexy accent.
Their mutual attraction is undeniable, yet Gwen tries her best to keep a professional distance, even when she recognizes how wonderful Cade is with her daughter. But it isn’t long before Gwen is dealt another unexpected blow that she struggles to handle on her own. Gwen will have no choice but to turn to the one man she’s determined not to want or risk losing what she loves most.
Single mother Gwenyth Carter has recently been through hell. She’s starting over after several months of nasty surprises. Newly divorced and nearly broke, she’s rebuilding her life one step at a time. Gwen’s certain she has everything she her sweet baby girl, a supportive family, and her dream career. She’s endlessly grateful when the lucrative airport project falls into her lap. But Gwen soon realizes that her new job comes with unforeseen complications, mainly the amount of time she’s forced to spend with her gorgeous client and his sexy accent.
Their mutual attraction is undeniable, yet Gwen tries her best to keep a professional distance, even when she recognizes how wonderful Cade is with her daughter. But it isn’t long before Gwen is dealt another unexpected blow that she struggles to handle on her own. Gwen will have no choice but to turn to the one man she’s determined not to want or risk losing what she loves most.
310 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 22, 2021
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About the author
Cate Beauman
22 books538 followersCate Beauman is the multi-award-winning, international bestselling author of The Bodyguards of L.A. County series and the Carter Island Novels. She is known for her full-length, action-packed romantic suspense and contemporary stories.
Cate's novels have been named Readers' Favorite Five Star books and have won the Booksellers' Best Award, Maggie Award for Excellence, the Holt Medallion Award, two-time Aspen Gold Medal, two-time Readers' Favorite International Gold Medal, three-time Readers' Favorite International Silver Medal, and the Readers' Crown Award.
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Cate's novels have been named Readers' Favorite Five Star books and have won the Booksellers' Best Award, Maggie Award for Excellence, the Holt Medallion Award, two-time Aspen Gold Medal, two-time Readers' Favorite International Gold Medal, three-time Readers' Favorite International Silver Medal, and the Readers' Crown Award.
Cate makes her home in New Hampshire with her family and their St. Bernards, Bear and Jack.
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June 28, 2021
When we last saw Gwen Carter, she had caught her lousy husband Liam O’Leary in bed with his girlfriend, given birth to their daughter Kaitlyn in the middle of a storm (without him) and decided to divorce the bum as well as tossing his last name for her and her child. It’s almost six months later and Gwen’s divorce set her back financially as she bargained for sole custody of her child. She’s starting a new career as interior design assistant in her mother’s company, struggling to rebuild her coffers and be self sufficient. And, she’s vowed to stay single, completely burned and done with romance. But then she didn’t bargain on Cade Paxton, the Aussie billionaire CEO who recently bought the Carter Island airline and who’s contracted her design services.
I’ve looked forward to my return to Carter Island before this book was announced. My love for this series is certainly no secret and I was hoping this would be about Gwen and am thrilled she was center stage. Cade was introduced in the last book when he purchased the airline and airport but not much was known about him. I loved his backstory, the tragic event that reshaped his outlook and had him being such a loner. Both he and Gwen were committed to leading solo lives but their mutual attraction was hard for them to ignore. Cade takes the lead in being willing to pursue a relationship but the perfectionist Gwen is focused on building a secure life for her and her daughter and being independent. The emotional bruises left from her miserable marriage are vivid and still visible so Cade takes his time, staying in the friend zone as they create a lovely and nurturing one.
Gwen is also still part of the small business partnership with her sister Molly and sister-in-law Callie. One of the best aspects of this story (and series) is the friendship and bond between these three women. They support each other fiercely but never overstep their boundaries. However, they don’t miss opportunities to give Gwen the nudges she needs to give a relationship with Cade a chance. And Cade? I fell for this man who loved Gwen’s daughter as passionately as her mother. Their interactions will melt your heart. I was so happy being in this story I didn’t want it to end. It was a beautiful conclusion to one of my most favorite series, one of the best romances I’ve read this year.
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(Thanks to the author for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.)
I’ve looked forward to my return to Carter Island before this book was announced. My love for this series is certainly no secret and I was hoping this would be about Gwen and am thrilled she was center stage. Cade was introduced in the last book when he purchased the airline and airport but not much was known about him. I loved his backstory, the tragic event that reshaped his outlook and had him being such a loner. Both he and Gwen were committed to leading solo lives but their mutual attraction was hard for them to ignore. Cade takes the lead in being willing to pursue a relationship but the perfectionist Gwen is focused on building a secure life for her and her daughter and being independent. The emotional bruises left from her miserable marriage are vivid and still visible so Cade takes his time, staying in the friend zone as they create a lovely and nurturing one.
Gwen is also still part of the small business partnership with her sister Molly and sister-in-law Callie. One of the best aspects of this story (and series) is the friendship and bond between these three women. They support each other fiercely but never overstep their boundaries. However, they don’t miss opportunities to give Gwen the nudges she needs to give a relationship with Cade a chance. And Cade? I fell for this man who loved Gwen’s daughter as passionately as her mother. Their interactions will melt your heart. I was so happy being in this story I didn’t want it to end. It was a beautiful conclusion to one of my most favorite series, one of the best romances I’ve read this year.
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(Thanks to the author for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.)
October 13, 2025
Over all well written book. Little to much vivid sex scenes. But this is all three of this book series. At least in this book it was more toward the end instead of through out the book.
Cade comes across a little to prefect for me. Gwen who was smart threw out the other books suddenly became stupid. Instead of her taking ex to the cleaners he had taken everything from her. Ok he was the MIA in her relationship, he cheated, and he didn't believe the baby was his and asked for a DNA test. No. A smart woman like her would have taken him through hell. She sure as heck would not play nice with him . But I guess at least she became more real.
Cade comes across a little to prefect for me. Gwen who was smart threw out the other books suddenly became stupid. Instead of her taking ex to the cleaners he had taken everything from her. Ok he was the MIA in her relationship, he cheated, and he didn't believe the baby was his and asked for a DNA test. No. A smart woman like her would have taken him through hell. She sure as heck would not play nice with him . But I guess at least she became more real.
June 21, 2021
I have been lovin’ spending time on Carter Island with some of Cate Beauman’s characters, so having a chance to come back in No More Secrets, I had to dive in.
Hit my sad button in the first chapter, but knowing Cate Beauman, I feel better things are coming and smiles will be in our future.
Cade Paxton and Gwenyth Carter are both on Carter Island for a fresh start. Neither expected or were looking for romance. That doesn’t mean there wasn’t an immediate attraction. They both have open wounds, but as their feelings deepen their attraction and slow burning romance turns to FIRE.
I enjoyed my time on Carter Island with Cade and Gwenyth. The story was predictable and there were no book surprises for me, but this is a great pool/beach romance.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of No More Secrets by Cate Beauman.
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Hit my sad button in the first chapter, but knowing Cate Beauman, I feel better things are coming and smiles will be in our future.
Cade Paxton and Gwenyth Carter are both on Carter Island for a fresh start. Neither expected or were looking for romance. That doesn’t mean there wasn’t an immediate attraction. They both have open wounds, but as their feelings deepen their attraction and slow burning romance turns to FIRE.
I enjoyed my time on Carter Island with Cade and Gwenyth. The story was predictable and there were no book surprises for me, but this is a great pool/beach romance.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of No More Secrets by Cate Beauman.
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June 14, 2022
Fairly predictable, but still a cute story.
July 7, 2021
I have been looking forward to the last book of this series and I was not disappointed. I have found Cate’s writing easy to absorb and visualise. Cate’s smooth writing made it easy to escape to Carter Island, where I was reunited with the characters of the previous books. Though No More Secrets is part of a trilogy, each book is a standalone so nothing is lost in the story should you decide to read this book before the others.
Nevertheless, I did enjoy the fact that I knew the history of the other characters. It made the story feel like I was part of the Island.
Cade a good-looking billionaire, businessman and pilot is doing his best to get on with his life after the death of his twin sister. Torn apart by grief and guilt Cade is content with filling his life with work, he does not feel able to invest in emotional relationships as he is still mending his heart.
However, things quickly change for him when he as a chance meeting with the no nonsense Gwen Carter, an attractive divorced single mother who does not have the time for personal relationships.
Cade is unaware that Gwen is trying her best to rebuild her life and show the world she is not a failure, and she can do it all by herself. With the support and love of her siblings, family and friends, Gwen is on track to reach her goal. She takes on a job to update the local airport, which is owned by Cade. Gwen is relying on this job help to her build up her bank balance.
Their work relationship soon develops into a pattern and their attraction for each other is hard to ignore.
If you love a good romance story that you can absorb yourself in then the Carter Island trilogy might just be what you are looking for.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Nevertheless, I did enjoy the fact that I knew the history of the other characters. It made the story feel like I was part of the Island.
Cade a good-looking billionaire, businessman and pilot is doing his best to get on with his life after the death of his twin sister. Torn apart by grief and guilt Cade is content with filling his life with work, he does not feel able to invest in emotional relationships as he is still mending his heart.
However, things quickly change for him when he as a chance meeting with the no nonsense Gwen Carter, an attractive divorced single mother who does not have the time for personal relationships.
Cade is unaware that Gwen is trying her best to rebuild her life and show the world she is not a failure, and she can do it all by herself. With the support and love of her siblings, family and friends, Gwen is on track to reach her goal. She takes on a job to update the local airport, which is owned by Cade. Gwen is relying on this job help to her build up her bank balance.
Their work relationship soon develops into a pattern and their attraction for each other is hard to ignore.
If you love a good romance story that you can absorb yourself in then the Carter Island trilogy might just be what you are looking for.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
July 14, 2021
After reading about Nate and Molly, I couldn't wait to read Gwen's story. This can be read as a standalone novel, but you'll get a full feel for the family and supporting cast of characters if you read the first two books. That being said, Cate Beauman definitely saved the best for last.
Gwen reminds me a lot of myself when I first went through my divorce. She was trying to be the "good guy" and do everything right by her daughter. Cade comes along, turning her world upside down and she struggles with accepting that she deserves something so good in her life. Cade has faced his own heart-wrenching trial and I feel that Gwen was exactly what he needed to fill that void.
The suspense level is lower in this book, but that doesn't mean it is lacking in any way. Their chemistry is off-the-charts sexy that brought out a few blushing incidents and toe curls. I found myself in a fit of happy tears a couple of times at the incredible sweetness of Cade.
Definitely a 5 out of 5 for this final chapter of the Carter Island Tribology. All three books earned a permanent place on my bookshelf!
Gwen reminds me a lot of myself when I first went through my divorce. She was trying to be the "good guy" and do everything right by her daughter. Cade comes along, turning her world upside down and she struggles with accepting that she deserves something so good in her life. Cade has faced his own heart-wrenching trial and I feel that Gwen was exactly what he needed to fill that void.
The suspense level is lower in this book, but that doesn't mean it is lacking in any way. Their chemistry is off-the-charts sexy that brought out a few blushing incidents and toe curls. I found myself in a fit of happy tears a couple of times at the incredible sweetness of Cade.
Definitely a 5 out of 5 for this final chapter of the Carter Island Tribology. All three books earned a permanent place on my bookshelf!
May 4, 2024
WOW what an ending to the Carter Island Trilogy! Gwen married a man who she thought was perfect for her. What she ended up with was a man who didn't love her and only married her for the prestige her family name could give him and her money, money, money. When she was 8 months pregnant, she walked in on him cheating with his mistress of many years. She immediately filed for divorce, and he took her to the cleaners. Enter Cade, a multimillionaire who gave up on life when his twin sister died. Gwen brings back his passion for life, but she's hesitant because she doesn't want her daughter, Kaitlyn, hurt. Her ex uses Kaitlyn to get his way so he can get money from his Trust. Cade comes to Gwen's rescue more than once. I loved this book even though I cried a lot on Gwen's behalf. This trilogy should not be missed
June 30, 2021
So, so, so GOOD!
As usual, Cate comes through with another sweet, exciting story of love and redemption! Gosh, I LOVE all of her books! She is such a talented writer who knows how to weave a story and build her characters and make her stories just burst to life in you mind movie!! Her dialogue is real and comfortable and her characters are so easy to love! This one was just a joy to read! Thank you, Cate for such an enjoyable, entertaining, and endearing story!
As usual, Cate comes through with another sweet, exciting story of love and redemption! Gosh, I LOVE all of her books! She is such a talented writer who knows how to weave a story and build her characters and make her stories just burst to life in you mind movie!! Her dialogue is real and comfortable and her characters are so easy to love! This one was just a joy to read! Thank you, Cate for such an enjoyable, entertaining, and endearing story!
December 24, 2022
Cade and Gwenn
This is the second book I have read by this author and I have loved them both. Anyone who loves a good romance should like this a lot. I found myself getting very emotional and teary at times while reading this. Glenn is fresh from a divorce from Liam after the birth of their child. She is determined to get her career going to support herself and Kaitlynn. She makes a good start on her own, but a new person in town comes along to help her.
This is the second book I have read by this author and I have loved them both. Anyone who loves a good romance should like this a lot. I found myself getting very emotional and teary at times while reading this. Glenn is fresh from a divorce from Liam after the birth of their child. She is determined to get her career going to support herself and Kaitlynn. She makes a good start on her own, but a new person in town comes along to help her.
April 4, 2022
Loved the series and book 3 was my least favorite. Gwen kept abruptly walking away from Cade when times got tough. Liam needed to be taken to task, instead the author allows him to be rewarded. Bad message to women dealing with a nasty Ex. Book 2 allowed criminals to get off with a wrist slap. Having your brother as governor really pays off well for these characters. Life imitates art.
October 9, 2022
Amazing book!
This author has written beautiful stories in this series. The Carter and Sanderson families have endured a lot of tragedy and trauma on their small island off the coast of Massachusetts and then Cade Paxton buys the airport on the island and discovers Gwen Carter and her little girl. I absolutely adored these 3 books and highly recommend them.
This author has written beautiful stories in this series. The Carter and Sanderson families have endured a lot of tragedy and trauma on their small island off the coast of Massachusetts and then Cade Paxton buys the airport on the island and discovers Gwen Carter and her little girl. I absolutely adored these 3 books and highly recommend them.
January 18, 2022
Gwen & Cade
Again; WoW! I have now read all 3 books in the Trilogy. Thank you for the FANTASTIC storyline and the twists & turns. I could see in my mind’s eye the pictures you painted of the town, the Atlantic and people.
Again; WoW! I have now read all 3 books in the Trilogy. Thank you for the FANTASTIC storyline and the twists & turns. I could see in my mind’s eye the pictures you painted of the town, the Atlantic and people.
February 22, 2022
Amazing series
Loved all 3 books in this series. The characters were all so believable and I love the family connections. Love, mystery, deception all played a major part in the stories. Would love to read a Continuation.
Loved all 3 books in this series. The characters were all so believable and I love the family connections. Love, mystery, deception all played a major part in the stories. Would love to read a Continuation.
May 6, 2022
No More Secrets by Cate Beauman
I loved this trilogy tremendously! I was able to escape my life during my reading and wanted to clock Liam! The close-knit family was awesome to read about and share in. You must read the trilogy!
I loved this trilogy tremendously! I was able to escape my life during my reading and wanted to clock Liam! The close-knit family was awesome to read about and share in. You must read the trilogy!
July 20, 2022
Lovely
I really didn't want these books to end , I felt like I knew them
What lovely romantic stories
I feel like I could go visit the island and see them there
Wouldn't mind meeting cade or nate😊😊
I really didn't want these books to end , I felt like I knew them
What lovely romantic stories
I feel like I could go visit the island and see them there
Wouldn't mind meeting cade or nate😊😊
August 8, 2025
Very disappointed in this book. Book 1 was very good, a mystery and romance - a little long but well developed, likable characters and a very good story. No More Secrets was a romance with too many pages devoted to sex, boring - no mystery.
June 30, 2021
i will be reading more from Cate soon. very soon. such a fan. if you wanna see my full review ... pls see book one review ...didn't wanna write it over and over. such a fan.
July 2, 2021
This was the best book in the trilogy, I was sad to have it end. I hope she writes a sequel. I love visiting this island with the families!
September 8, 2021
Loved it
What a great ending to this trilogy. Care Beauman is a must read writer . Don’t know how I have missed this series , throughly enjoyed. A must read
What a great ending to this trilogy. Care Beauman is a must read writer . Don’t know how I have missed this series , throughly enjoyed. A must read
January 8, 2022
Great series!
The story line was detailed and thorough, flowing nicely to connect the entire plot. This series was fun to read, with numerous surprise events happening.
The story line was detailed and thorough, flowing nicely to connect the entire plot. This series was fun to read, with numerous surprise events happening.
February 21, 2022
Nice finish to the whole series. Everything happened as expected and we have closure on Carter Island.
March 31, 2022
I loved the characters ALL Of them! Gwen, Cade, and "Bug" really make a perfect family! Gwen was so smart to get rid of Liam in the last book!
April 8, 2022
No more secrets carter island
Wow,was waiting to read another one on carter island. I was hooked after the first book. I loved these books.
Wow,was waiting to read another one on carter island. I was hooked after the first book. I loved these books.
April 9, 2022
A wonderful triology
I loved these three books, nice easy reading with the odd scary event. I hope there will
be more about the families.
I loved these three books, nice easy reading with the odd scary event. I hope there will
be more about the families.
May 19, 2022
No More Secrets
Excellent reading if you like romance at it's best. I would highly recommend this story to everyone to read. You won't want to put it down.
Excellent reading if you like romance at it's best. I would highly recommend this story to everyone to read. You won't want to put it down.
August 24, 2022
Absolutely loved the series. So sad to have completed it. Definitely one of those you keep to read again !!
September 9, 2022
Loved it!
December 9, 2022
Family ties
Easy to delve into and hard to set down! These are fabulous stories and lots of love in the mix. Happy endings are the best!
Easy to delve into and hard to set down! These are fabulous stories and lots of love in the mix. Happy endings are the best!
September 7, 2023
Very satisfying read!
Loved the whole series! Family interactions can be so complicated and finally allowing love to conquer all makes for a very satisfying read!
Loved the whole series! Family interactions can be so complicated and finally allowing love to conquer all makes for a very satisfying read!
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