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Marigold Island #1-3
Marigold Island Collection Books 1-3
Curl up with a comfy blanket and a great read! Enjoy the first three books in the charming Marigold Island series by Fiona Baker.
Lydia Walker and Angela Collins both need a fresh start.
A year ago, Lydia became a widow at thirty-eight when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter, Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. She feels stuck, uncertain of how to carry out her husband’s final wish that she do something that scares her.
Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life—a beautiful little boy, a loving husband, and a good career. But that all comes crumbling down when she returns home early one afternoon and discovers that her husband is having an affair.
Struggling with grief and loss, both women head to Marigold Island, an idyllic small town with white sand beaches and happy childhood memories.
A chance meeting between the two old friends sparks an idea that’s as exciting as it is terrifying. They decide to buy the historic Beachside Inn, renovate it, and re-open it.
Along the way, they’ll encounter a cranky landscaper who may have a soft side hidden beneath his gruff exterior, plumbing mishaps, old acquaintances, and unexpected competition from a big hotel.
Will Lydia and Angela get the second chance they’re hoping for? Or will their dreams of re-opening the Beachside Inn be dashed before they even get off the ground?
Come dip your toes in the crystal blue waters of Marigold Island, a fictional island town tucked in next to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. This heartwarming and uplifting women’s fiction will take you on a journey of healing, friendship, family, faith, and love.
Lydia Walker and Angela Collins both need a fresh start.
A year ago, Lydia became a widow at thirty-eight when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter, Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. She feels stuck, uncertain of how to carry out her husband’s final wish that she do something that scares her.
Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life—a beautiful little boy, a loving husband, and a good career. But that all comes crumbling down when she returns home early one afternoon and discovers that her husband is having an affair.
Struggling with grief and loss, both women head to Marigold Island, an idyllic small town with white sand beaches and happy childhood memories.
A chance meeting between the two old friends sparks an idea that’s as exciting as it is terrifying. They decide to buy the historic Beachside Inn, renovate it, and re-open it.
Along the way, they’ll encounter a cranky landscaper who may have a soft side hidden beneath his gruff exterior, plumbing mishaps, old acquaintances, and unexpected competition from a big hotel.
Will Lydia and Angela get the second chance they’re hoping for? Or will their dreams of re-opening the Beachside Inn be dashed before they even get off the ground?
Come dip your toes in the crystal blue waters of Marigold Island, a fictional island town tucked in next to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. This heartwarming and uplifting women’s fiction will take you on a journey of healing, friendship, family, faith, and love.
- GenresRomanceContemporary
583 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 2, 2021
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December 31, 2021
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Curl up with a comfy blanket and a great read! Enjoy the first three books in the charming Marigold Island series by Fiona Baker.
Lydia Walker and Angela Collins both need a fresh start.
A year ago, Lydia became a widow at thirty-eight when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter, Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. She feels stuck, uncertain of how to carry out her husband’s final wish that she do something that scares her.
Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life—a beautiful little boy, a loving husband, and a good career. But that all comes crumbling down when she returns home early one afternoon and discovers that her husband is having an affair.
Struggling with grief and loss, both women head to Marigold Island, an idyllic small town with white sand beaches and happy childhood memories.
A chance meeting between the two old friends sparks an idea that’s as exciting as it is terrifying. They decide to buy the historic Beachside Inn, renovate it, and re-open it.
Along the way, they’ll encounter a cranky landscaper who may have a soft side hidden beneath his gruff exterior, plumbing mishaps, old acquaintances, and unexpected competition from a big hotel.
Will Lydia and Angela get the second chance they’re hoping for? Or will their dreams of re-opening the Beachside Inn be dashed before they even get off the ground?
Come dip your toes in the crystal blue waters of Marigold Island, a fictional island town tucked in next to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. This heartwarming and uplifting women’s fiction will take you on a journey of healing, friendship, family, faith, and love.
If you enjoy books by Pamela Kelley, Kay Correll, Debbie Macomber, and Jan Moran, the Marigold Island series is for you!
Curl up with a comfy blanket and a great read! Enjoy the first three books in the charming Marigold Island series by Fiona Baker.
Lydia Walker and Angela Collins both need a fresh start.
A year ago, Lydia became a widow at thirty-eight when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter, Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. She feels stuck, uncertain of how to carry out her husband’s final wish that she do something that scares her.
Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life—a beautiful little boy, a loving husband, and a good career. But that all comes crumbling down when she returns home early one afternoon and discovers that her husband is having an affair.
Struggling with grief and loss, both women head to Marigold Island, an idyllic small town with white sand beaches and happy childhood memories.
A chance meeting between the two old friends sparks an idea that’s as exciting as it is terrifying. They decide to buy the historic Beachside Inn, renovate it, and re-open it.
Along the way, they’ll encounter a cranky landscaper who may have a soft side hidden beneath his gruff exterior, plumbing mishaps, old acquaintances, and unexpected competition from a big hotel.
Will Lydia and Angela get the second chance they’re hoping for? Or will their dreams of re-opening the Beachside Inn be dashed before they even get off the ground?
Come dip your toes in the crystal blue waters of Marigold Island, a fictional island town tucked in next to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. This heartwarming and uplifting women’s fiction will take you on a journey of healing, friendship, family, faith, and love.
If you enjoy books by Pamela Kelley, Kay Correll, Debbie Macomber, and Jan Moran, the Marigold Island series is for you!
September 27, 2022
Marigold Island Collection books 1-3 by Fiona Baker are a great Summer read. Located off the coast of MA, the descriptions take me right there with the author, enjoying the rolling ways and the quiet life of a small quaint town. Long lost friends find each other and take a leap of faith in restoring an old beach inn, with their friends and family there to support them. Loved all of Fiona’s descriptions – except for the wine labels. A great continuing story, but would love to have some of those bakery recipes!
May 28, 2026
Lovely collection of books
We get a glimpse of living on a small island through the lives of 3 women, and their families. As I’ve reviewed the 1st 2 books previously, I’ll focus on Beachside promises. Brooke previously met actor Hunter in the earlier books, but keeps bumping into him. At 1st she house sits for him, then they move to dating and investment partners. Yes, Brooke has grown in confidence with her baking skills and business acumen. She’s now ready to step out on her own. Characters you’ll feel at home with.
We get a glimpse of living on a small island through the lives of 3 women, and their families. As I’ve reviewed the 1st 2 books previously, I’ll focus on Beachside promises. Brooke previously met actor Hunter in the earlier books, but keeps bumping into him. At 1st she house sits for him, then they move to dating and investment partners. Yes, Brooke has grown in confidence with her baking skills and business acumen. She’s now ready to step out on her own. Characters you’ll feel at home with.
January 18, 2022
Lots of characters at turning points in their lives find romance with other lost souls, though nobody gets married yet. Great setting of a fictional island between Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. Lots of wine drinking with specific names. Lots of bakery items mentioned, but no recipes. I was disappointed at the end of the third book that one couple decided to live together without even a hint of getting married. Other than that, everything was clean and well behaved.
January 14, 2024
Wish I lived in Marigold Island.
What a great set of books and there are more out there.
So real to life...divorce, death, new business 's, and falling in love. Not necessarily in that order.
The women in this story are ones I could be friends with and wish I was. Dearly love Scratch....He is awesome.
Fiona Baker, thanks for the wonderful stories.
What a great set of books and there are more out there.
So real to life...divorce, death, new business 's, and falling in love. Not necessarily in that order.
The women in this story are ones I could be friends with and wish I was. Dearly love Scratch....He is awesome.
Fiona Baker, thanks for the wonderful stories.
March 25, 2025
a sweet light read
This series set in a quiet island environment is a very sweet read. The pace at times felt slow, but I still found myself wanting to read what came next (acknowledging that the end game was obvious with a book of this nature!)
There are an awful lot of forehead kisses between the characters which made me grin.
This series set in a quiet island environment is a very sweet read. The pace at times felt slow, but I still found myself wanting to read what came next (acknowledging that the end game was obvious with a book of this nature!)
There are an awful lot of forehead kisses between the characters which made me grin.
January 10, 2022
Very nice series
I haven't read this author before but I like series. Great characters and story line. G rated romance, which is ok to mix in from time to time. I will be looking for the rest of the series.
I haven't read this author before but I like series. Great characters and story line. G rated romance, which is ok to mix in from time to time. I will be looking for the rest of the series.
January 19, 2022
Go or relaxing read
Avery nice comfortable read. If you love a nice feel good book(s) Marigold Island is the destination for you. Great Inn and welcoming people will transport you to a lovely New England escape.
Avery nice comfortable read. If you love a nice feel good book(s) Marigold Island is the destination for you. Great Inn and welcoming people will transport you to a lovely New England escape.
May 8, 2022
A beautiful family and friends story
I have loved all of the series so far. Lydia, Angela, Grant, Patrick , Brooke and Hunter all work so well together in the perfect island.
I have loved all of the series so far. Lydia, Angela, Grant, Patrick , Brooke and Hunter all work so well together in the perfect island.
February 15, 2023
great read
This sweet series made me want to come back and read more. The characters are all nice. It makes you want to move to Marigold.
This sweet series made me want to come back and read more. The characters are all nice. It makes you want to move to Marigold.
April 3, 2023
A little slow moving... would love to read more of a HEA between Angela and Patrick or Lydia and Grant but it's a sweet series. It's a town that I would LOVE to visit.
August 22, 2023
great series!
I love this for light enjoyable reading. I love the support systems each of the characters have. The advice given to help overcome obstacles was great.
I love this for light enjoyable reading. I love the support systems each of the characters have. The advice given to help overcome obstacles was great.
March 26, 2026
Marigolds Island Collection
This three book collection was a joyous set to read. Each book continued to get better and better. The characters grew as the book progressed.
This three book collection was a joyous set to read. Each book continued to get better and better. The characters grew as the book progressed.
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