The Christmas Retreat 2

Cape May Xmas #2

by Grace Meyers

*** Amazon #1 Best Selling Author *** She was broken in the blink of an eye. But can she discover the true value of family? For 50-year-old workaholic Lena, her career was her life. Now struggling with the sudden death of
her husband and her strained relationship with her daughter, her world spirals into chaos when she
discovers her savings account mysteriously emptied. Forced to move into her aging parents’ quiet beachside Bed & Breakfast while she hunts for
answers, Lena is soon brought face-to-face with her estranged daughter… and she’s forced to realize
the far-reaching impact that her workaholic life has had on her family. As Christmas draws closer and a charming, free-spirited traveler steps into her life, Lena will be
swept up into a seaside mystery that will cause her to question everything she thinks about money,
work, and the true meaning of success. Can Lena repair the fractured bond with her daughter and
create a new life for herself in this idyllic beachside town? Or will she be sucked back into her
corporate job and lose her family forever? Perfect for fans of cozy Christmas-themed mysteries with a heartwarming dash of wholesome
romance and a gorgeous beachside setting, the Cape May Xmas Series is a charming tale that
touches on timeless themes of love and the importance of family. Scroll up and grab your copy
now. This is Book 2 of 6 in the Cape May Xmas Series.

Genres: Christmas

71 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 16, 2021

About the author

Grace Meyers is an author of beachy feel-good romances and women's contemporary fiction. She was born in the south, but has traveled a bit since then and now lives in a small coastal town.

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Reviews

[Kathy Sandlin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another 3.5 rating. The story is not over and I will keep reading the series.....

[Mae · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series, but feel so bad for Lena.I can only image what she is going through with the mess her dead husband has created and she can't find out anything because he has setup everything without her name on it. She is about to loose her house & everything else so her parents & her daughter want her to move back home so the can help her, if her & her daughter can get along. She picks a fight with her daughter before she even gets home from the airport over her parents needing a new car. Is this how it is going to be? Her daughter has put her in the family inn by herself and her daughter is living with her grandparents as she has always done because she is taking care of them because they aren't doing well. It will be interesting to see how they get along & how they're able to help Lena get things straightened out. It's not looking too good right now. Hopefully we will get better news in the next book than we were left with at the end of this one!

I was given this book for free, but I have given an honest review of this book to the best of my knowledge. Grace has really outdone herself this time. She has put a lot of time & thought into this book. I know you are going to love this Christmas series as much as I do. Enjoy!

[Elaine · Rating 4 out of 5]

The saga continues with Lena reuniting with her daughter and parents after a 3 year gap. The foreclosure of her home, under mysterious circumstances, is much on Lena’s mind but she is loving the familiarity of helping her parents run their business. A guest, who finally appears after a 12 hour delay and as Lena suspects (but doesn’t recognise), is a well known person in the music world. Wonder what is going to happen next? Bring on the next book!

I feel that this series, so far, is much better than previous ones with more descriptive writing and more depth to the main character. Hoping we get to know more how Lena’s daughter, Ariel, ticks too!

Recommended - worth reading but if you can’t stand the cliffhangers then wait until you can read them all.

Received this short story as an Advanced Reader Copy and am leaving my honest review.

[Judy Gittleson Hendrickson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lena is dealing with the aftermath of her husbands death. He had kept everything in his name only so she has nothing after all those years of hard work, which had alienated her daughter and parents against her. Now, her daughter wants her to come and stay at the lodge and help her find answers. Mail has been forwarded, house looks like it will be gone soon, and it is all unsettling for Lena.
The characters are terrific and so well defined with backstories and intense emotions. The storyline is following each new character as they are added, giving a broader view of the locale and situations. I am sure some of these people, including the new person at the lodge, will be making a major impact on the story at some point. Can not wait to see where this story goes next.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the first page this story has captured my attention. I have so enjoyed the characters in this story and feel like they are family members. Lena's life is full of challenges and she is trying to mend relationships and determine her path forward after her life plan shatters. It's never easy to go home especially when you never planned to go back. I can't wait to see how she handles her challenges.

Thank you to Booksprout and the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.

[Norma Wiegert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lena has returned to Cape May, Virginia after learning her house is being forclosed on. Here she will spend time with her parents and reconnect with her estranged daughter and help with the lodge owned by her parents and where her daughter works. While she is there a mysterious gueat appears who is a wellknown celebrity from England. What will happen next?

I received an advance copy from the author and this is my honest and volntary review.

[Ellen Hogan · Rating 5 out of 5]

The story continues with Lena going home to Cape May. Her parents and daughter Ariel want to help her find a solution. Lena talks to the bank again hoping to stop the foreclosure. Although Lena and Ariel push each other's buttons, they are trying to get along. Love that Ariel wants to help her Mom. Enjoyed this book and can't wait to read the next. Grace Meyers never disappoints.

I was given this advanced copy for free, and am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Kelsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lena arrives to her family inn to try and make sense of how all her money could be gone and what her deceased husband to with it. Lena’s daughter has the mail from the post office box being forwarded to Cape May. However, the mail is not there yet. Towards the end of the story, a guest arrives at the hotel. Could he maybe help Lena with her financial struggles?

*I received an ARC copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

[Kristi]

A fantastic story line you're easily swept up in. A holiday romance that keeps you turning the pages waiting to see what happens. The characters are realistic, easy to get to know, enjoyable and easy to relate to. This is a series you'll want to read in order as each book is a segment of the story and they all tie together.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Pam Fleming · Rating 5 out of 5]

As book 2 begins, Lena is headed to an escape get-away
To visit her parents and daughter Ariel. She pitches in to help at the pub as she has unexplained nightmares and worries about losing her house to the bank. Finally she
Communicates with Mr Gregory and seems to develop a plan to make payments on the house. As the book draws to a close a potentially famous musician guest arrives seeking peace and quiet

Thank you to the author for this ARC. This review is my honest opinion.

[Dee Gurganus · Rating 2 out of 5]

Book 2 of this series continues the character development of Lena, the materialistic, workaholic main character. One thing I can relate to with Lena is her need for independence. With a mother who has the best of intentions but continually hoovers and asks "How Lena is", she builds up a wall with her family and becomes self-reliant. We do start to learn a little about Lena's daughter who lives with her grandparents and helps them run the family inn and pub. Now it's on to Book 3.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ok...I'm just going to throw this out there...but I think the main character is really obnoxious and unlikable. With all the terrible things that have happened to her...I actually find it hard to feel sorry for her. BUT...this story is compelling and I cant wait to read more and see where it is going.

[Delores Fones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Celebritry for Christmas

This is the right book for right now! The setting is spectacular and just ask anyone in the book and they will agree. Spectacular scenery, everybody knows your or your family. Or where you are staying. This series is addictive. Not too much information, but enough to spark your interest. Bring on number 3!

[Kim Bruce Daniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lena heads home for a week to figure out what her husband did with the money. She’s helping out with the pub & inn & then a stranger needs a place to stay for a mini vacation. Lena gets stuck picking him up & has no idea who he is until her daughter sees him. Story continues…

[christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finding rest

I enjoyed the second book as much as the first book . The story pulls you in and keeps you on the edge of the next twist as you turn page after page . I would recommend this book even though there quick reads .

[E · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book #2 just as great as the first one. Lena has gone back home to her parents Lodge to figure things out. She encounters a famous stranger who appears to be doing the sam thing. I look forward to seeing what happens

[Lucille J Kempf · Rating 1 out of 5]

This isn't a book, it is a serial. It's not even fun to read because there is no ending. You must start with Book 1 in the series or you won't understand what the story is about. I wouldn't even give it 1 star, but then no one would realize I had even rated it.

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great novella series. Great winter weekend binge reading series!





Fun and intriguing read! Good escape book for a cold winter day in front of a roaring fire.
Add a cup of hot tea and you have perfect.

[Janice Arnold · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really do enjoy this series. I have heard people complain about how short they are- but what does it matter — it’s still a good read. I just hope that Lena and Ariel have a mother daughter relationship that they should have had for years.

[Deb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good, quick read. It's just so frustrating to get to the end and it is incomplete. You have to read all of them to get satisfaction. It seems like they could have been combined into one or two full length novels instead.

[Bev Stegmann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loving this series! The characters are great. Storyline keeps your interest. Good suspense.
I was given an advanced copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

The second part in the Cape May Xmas series and it just got interesting. I want to read the next part. I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Mary Holkup]

Real good sad, faimly, crazy story.

[Kathy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute series of very short stories around one woman and her life.
Story ends before it really addresses anything.

[S.campbell8655yahoo.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommended !

[Marilyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good

a book about a woman who is found out they her home is being for closed on and her bank account emptied

[Kathi Rutherford]

This story grabbed me on page 1!A work-a-holiday widow gets the shock of her life,on her way to work!An eviction notice!!She has a lot of $ saved,right?(This is a series)

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

[Marlys · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book

[Virginia Gavin · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was ok but I did not like how the book ends in the middle of her story.