The Gilded Days

Dolphin Bay #2

by Mia Kent

His first love. A gut-wrenching decision. Will he ever be reunited with the girl he left behind?It’s the summer of 1957, and Henry Turner has just graduated high school and is ready to take on the world. But when an unexpected tragedy forces him to choose between the life he’s always dreamed of and the future of his family’s inn, the consequences of his decision have rippling effects that alter the course of his life.Now an eighty-year-old man, Henry is faced with the ghosts of his past—and the girl who has haunted him for six decades.***Tana Martin is determined to help her great-uncle track down Penny, his long-lost love, but in the meantime, she has plenty of other things to keep her occupied. The renovations to the Inn at Dolphin Bay are in full swing, her friendship with Reed is beginning to morph into something more, and she is slowly settling into her new life on the island.Before she can get too comfortable, though, she must come face to face with the man she thought would be hers forever. Is it finally time for Tana to say goodbye to her past for good and embrace the woman she was always meant to be?Visit the beautiful island of Dolphin Bay, where friendship, hope, love, and pastries are plentiful. This small-town women’s fiction series is perfect for readers of all ages.Author's This is a continuing series that follows the lives and loves of the residents of Dolphin Bay throughout multiple books that are best read in order.

Genres: Romance

212 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 12, 2021

Reviews

[Mary Barrett · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

Each book in this series evolve around the characters running the Inn at Dolphin Bay. This second book continues the story of Tana Martin, as well as her Uncle Henry. Henry's story unfolds as we learn of lost opportunities in his teenage life that occurred leaving him gruff and slightly bitter. Each book in this series has drawn me in further and I look forward to the release of book three, involving Tana ' s brother, Jax. The books are compelling and free of foul language or vivid sexual encounters. I highly recommended them to readers of all ages.

[Hazel Worden · Rating 3 out of 5]

A feel good book

A major inaccuracy. Is that uncle Henry couldn't possibly be anyone's uncle, as he was an only child. He never married. How do you become an uncle or great uncle. Annoying technicality

[Sherrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Gilded Days, Dolphin Bay Book 2 - A great summer read

I loved Book 2 in this series. There is no way I’m getting to the beach this summer so this book helped me get there if only in my mind. I could feel the sun, the sand, smell the breeze, and feel the spray on my face and body. This spray, making my hair curl and frizz no matter how much hair product I use. Frustrating because some people look beautiful on the beach but I’m not one of them. I enjoy these great characters and each of their lives. Every person has a story and I love how their story is being told. Heartaches, love, trust, trampled trust, smiles, laughter, and hope. Hope not only for each one but for the future of all of them. So much promise and love.

[Nancy Wilkinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sooooo much better than the last book. The author didn't leave much still open, and found a nice way to transition to the next book. She finished up all of the existing storylines and those made for a lovely beach read. Friendly characters we'd like to get to know and a great place we can't wait to visit.... With other fun stories to come!

[Tina Wilkes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this book in just over 24 hours easy as it’s just over2 hours long but I couldn’t put it down so already onto the next book in the series all I would say without giving anything too much away is it’s all about past lives and new lives moving on and Henry the Great Uncle needing forgiveness to move forward in in his life best series I’ve read in a long time

[Diane K · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good story again

I appreciate Mia's ability to tell a good story of love , regrets, good times and bad without the need to turn to sordid details to get her point across. Can't wait for the next book!

[Karen Edwards · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Gilded Days

This is a wonderful continuation of the first book, which I enjoyed tremendously. I have to get the third one now so I can continue with the new acquaintances I’ve made!

[Moira · Rating 4 out of 5]

The second book in the series was good and dud not disappoint. I enjoyed Henry and Penny finding closure, Tana and Reed expanding their relationship, and Daphne's revelation about Jax. I can't wait for book 3

[Patty · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am thoroughly enjoying this Dolphin Bay series. This book focuses on Tana getting inn restoration started, returning to LA briefly to conclude business there, and searching for Uncle Henry’s long lost love, Penny.

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even better than the first book! Love the characters and their stories! Looking forward to Book #3.

[Karlie Cunill · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars. Really liked this one. Super cute.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable stories

I don’t want the books to end. They are all a wonderful escape . The characters are people who I would want to know 🥰🥰

[Beth · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book 2 in this series. Cute romance and a quick read.

[Diane Holmes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story.

This was a great story. I have never read anything by Mia Kent before. This was book two. I'm ready to start book three in this series hope they are as good.