Coral Weddings

The Coral Cottage at Summer Beach #4

by Jan Moran

While Marina and Jack contemplate their future, her sister Kai and her new fiance Axe are planning their wedding. When disagreements threaten to derail the wedding, the sisters' grandmother, the indomitable Ginger Delavie, doles out unusual advice. Soon, an unforgettable event unfolds.

Genres: Romance, Fiction, Chick Lit, Audiobook, Rom Com

232 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 25, 2022

About the author

Hi there, and welcome! If you like fun beach reads or romantic sagas that whisk you off to places like sunny beaches or Italy, Paris, and Napa Valley, then come on in. I write clean and wholesome feel-good novels.

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Reviews

[Betty · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a huge Jan Moran fan, always excited by a new release by her. I have been patiently waiting for the next book in this series, and it was worth the wait! I always look forward to a visit with the residents of Summer Beach.

In this fourth book in the series, one couple gets married in a unique and perfect way for them. Another couple faces new challenges that threaten their way to the altar. Jack’s little boy Leo steals everyone’s hearts. There are challenges and misunderstandings, but there is also always close friendships, loving families, laughter, tears, and hope.

Superb writing, realistic characters, and the ideal setting make this book (and series) the idyllic escape from your routine daily life.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! You can always count on Jan for a “feel good” sweet romance.

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! I have enjoyed this whole series!
Coral Weddings is quick, easy read. It is a heartwarming story! And no violence! If you just want a feel good book, then #coralweddings by #authorjanmoran, then this is a book you should read.

I received this book as an ARC from the author in exchange for writing a honest review!
Karen B

[Elyse Mcnulty · Rating 4 out of 5]

Coral Weddings by Jan Moran is book #3 in the Summer Beach series. Kai and Axe are planning their next Seashell performance and their wedding. Marina is wondering if she will indeed receive a proposal from Jack. Marina has also expanded her Coral Cafe business by adding a food truck serving community events. Ginger continues to provide advice to the group. Fun installment of this continuing series. I believe there is one more book coming. Enjoy.

[Jean · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book four in The Summer Beach : Coral Cottage Series. Omg this series just gets better and better with each book written and that is what makes you go back time and time again to read Jan Moran book's and I look forward to reading many more of her book's in the future. We are back in Summer Beach with all of it's regular residents and you feel like you are there living through all there ups and downs and cheering them along with there new ventures and achievement. It is wedding season and Kai and Axe have brought forward there wedding but nobody knows why or what the date is and just Wow that is all I am saying and then you have Marina and Jack with all there complications in there relationship that have you wondering if they will or will not get married and that is when Leo who is Jack's son takes matters into his own hands in the most adorable way that melts your heart and then you have Ginger who is Marina, Kai and Brooke's grandmother who is a force to be reckoned with and you have a story full of family, friend's, love and twists and turns along the way that makes this book a real page turner and totally addictive and definitely a must read and you will not be disappointed.

I Voluntarily Reviewed a Copy of This Book.

[Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is going to be wedding on Coral Beach and sisters Marina and Kai are thrilled. While Kai is busy planning her wedding, keeping the date a secret, Marina is questioning her future with Jack. Kai and Axe are so in love, and they fit like two pieces of the same puzzle, while Marina and Jacks relationship is a little more complicated. Even though Marina loves Jack and his son more than anything, she is wondering if Jack will have the same commitment that she will. Of course, Ginger Delavie, the girl's grandmother is on hand to help ease the stress and worry. Why can’t things just be simple?

I loved this novel by Jan Moran. Although this is a love story, there is always a bit of mystery thrown into the mix which makes the story that much more enjoyable. The characters are all so unique and at different stages in their lives to which readers can relate too. Bringing in reoccurring characters was also fun as we get to catch up on what is going on in their lives as well. Ms. Moran writes so brilliantly and beautifully; the book is hard to put down. I have thoroughly enjoyed the series and am so thankful to Jan Moran for an advanced copy which I read and reviewed voluntarily. Come join Marina, Kai and Ginger for a journey you will not soon forget.

[Andrea Stoeckel · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Love always triumphs. True love is "

It's about time Axe and Kai tied the knot ...and maybe Jack and Marina? In this the 4th book in this lovely series by Jan Moran sparkles with family friends and love.And we celebrate with this marvelous family.

Summer Beach gets it's first food truck! Will it be a good investment for Marina and the Coral Cafe? The night of Kai's new show has an unknown secret. Jack's distracted and he's not feeling that Marina is in any hurry to move their relationship to another level even if he might be ready. Leo's up for a new Mother as his Bio Mom just got married. This is the closest to a family he's ever had ...

With new eyes, we revisit the wonderful family and hearing that the series continues is a marvelous treat. Brava Jan Moran! Highly Recommended 5/5

[Disclaimer: I received this book from the author and voluntarily read and reviewed it]

[Vivian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book Four of the Summer Beach: Coral Cottage, brings are lots of love, weddings and uncertainties. While Kai and Axe are planning their wedding, which turns out the celebration is a surprise for everyone, Marina and Jack are at an impasse, recalculating their relationship, mostly because of Marina's uncertainties and insecurities. Will there be a second wedding this summer? Everybody in Coral Beach wants them to get married, non more than Leo, but will they conquer their fear and do it?
I love all of Jan Moran's books, her characters feel real and the description of the places makes you feel you are there and part of the story.
Can't wait to read the next installment in the series.

[Jamie Gatchell]

Coral Weddings

The story continues with twists and turns in Marina’s and Jack’s story. Thanks to a little boy and the magic of Summer Beach and The Coral Cottsge, love prevails. I enjoyed this book. Jan Moran is an excellent author, who knows you don’t have to be smutty to write a good romance.

[Susie Mueller · Rating 2 out of 5]

Audiobook - This story is a quick and convenient ending in this fourth book of the Coral Cottage series. Lacking in plot, too predictable and too sappy, this story is a disappointment in what has been interesting, strong characters until now.

[Char Ipacs · Rating 3 out of 5]

This series got too repetitive and predictable

[Cecly Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nothing beats the tropical setting of Summer Beach if you are SAD. Add weddings in the mix and you have the recipe for maybe real happy ever afters.
Who will benefit? Jack and Marina? Kai or Leo? Or is one of the other characters encroaching on the happiness of the others?
Weddings like life are notorious for bringing tension and angst for the bride and groom and their relatives.
Will it be the same for the residents of Summer Beach?.

[Hether S · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love Jan Moran’s books but this series is by far my favorite.

[Fleur · Rating 5 out of 5]

There always seems to be something that comes up and puts a wrinkle in the works for Jack and Marina and while they seem closer than ever it seems the universe is messing with Jack. Mean while Axel and Kai have planning to do and a great surprise for everyone and Ginger has a care. There are so so many happy times to be had as well as some disappointment, uncertainty, new beginnings and excitement!.

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

[SOS · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wedding season has hit Coral Cottage. There’s also a new show at the Seashell amphitheater. And if that’s not enough, Marina has plans to expand her business. It’s an exciting time in Summer Beach.

This book is enjoyable, happy, and feel-good in all the best ways. The story is interesting, but it’s the characters that bring everything to life. Each one has a distinct personality, their own distinct flaws, but at heart, they’re all good people.

If you want a read that will make you feel good, this book, this series, is for you. I hope that there will be more of these books in the near future.

I received an advanced reader copy of this book from the author. I thank her for her generosity, but it had no effect on this review. All opinions in this review reflect my true and honest reactions to reading this book.

[Jacqueline Johnston Cotton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love all things weddings so this series is a perfect fit for me. Book 4 is as wonderful as the 1st 3 in this series. This is a sweet and charming story. It has wonderful characters, is easy to read and well written. I loved the storyline and how this book has it all. I didn't want it to end but I wanted to get to book 5.

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

[Paulette · Rating 5 out of 5]

Axe and Kai are heavily involved with preparations and rehearsals for their new musical. Marina and Jack are finding it hard to find time for each other. Filled with pitfalls and surprises, this book Is delightful and heartwarming. Proving that the author has her readers in her heart and that love is in the Seabreeze air. I received an arc of this book from the author and the comments are my opinion.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story

Continuation of Summer Beach and The Coral Cottage. Follow the love story if two sisters and he their weddings turn out

[Debbie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the next book in a series about Summer Beach, a small beach side town. The three sisters are together again along with their Aunt Ginger. Kai and Axe are planning their wedding but being very secretive about when it is. Marina is still unsure on whether she wants to marry Jack (and Leo, his son). She continues to expand her business with a new food truck. This is a nice, light-hearted book. It was fun to read and just enough stress and up and downs to keep the reader guessing.

[Lisa Wetzel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Coral Weddings is another wonderful addition to The Coral Cottage at Sumner Beach Series by Jan Moran. This is another heartwarming story that you won’t be able to put down. A fast paced story with wonderful characters that takes in a fabulous town you won’t want to leave. Who will be the next to marry in this sweet town, grab your copy and find out!! This is a charming, enjoyable read that will warm your heart. I highly recommend this talented author, all her books are worth reading.

Thank you Jan Moran and Sunny Palms Place for an advanced copy of this fascinating story. My opinions are my own.
#coralweddings #janmoran #sunnypalmspress #arc

[Deena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Summer Beach is again a flurry of activity. Jack and Marina take a hard look at their relationship, while sister, Kai, is being mysterious about her wedding plans. Leo finally decides to take matters into his own hands. And, will the new pediatrician foil those plans. Weddings are happening, but will there be happy endings for all of the couples? This is a fun read with a little bit of tension, some ups and downs, and a lot of weddings.

[Judyr · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love is in the air in Summer Beach. As Kai and Axe plan their wedding, rumors are swirling about Marina and Jack’s possible wedding. This story is about love, family, friends and, food. You want to know these people and be part of their lives. You will feel their pain, cheer them on and celebrate with them.

While this could be a stand alone book, reading the first 3 books in the series would provide good background information, and they are wonderful stories as well.

As an added bonus there are recipes at the end of the book.

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

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Coral Weddings was a fun read. I enjoyed Kai and Marina's storylines and getting to spend time with all the wonderful characters in the Coral Cottage books. Lots of interesting things for Marina in this book. Cannot wait to see what happens next. A very enjoyable read!

Thank you to the publisher for an advanced copy of this book. This is my honest review.

[Linda Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautifully written story of hope, promises, new beginnings and love. This enchanting story will remind you that love comes in many ways, at different times, for different people. Love is always fresh and exciting for those involved. You will cheer for these characters and encourage them as they experience their "perfect" weddings!

[Annie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Coral Cafe Weddings is the fourth book in this series by Jan Moran and there’s never a dull moment in the wonderful coastal SoCal town of Summer Beach. Families come to Summer Beach for various reasons, but tend to stay because of the friendly nature of the people who live there. Of course it’s a love story too, complete with fun times, funny times and frustrating misunderstandings that need fixing, all in the name of love! Nicely done.

[Teresa Krizay · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love books by Jan Moran. Each time I pick one up, it's like reuniting with old friends.

[Rebecca E Mentzer · Rating 2 out of 5]

I rolled my eyes so many times while listening to this. I am a sucker for wanting to finish a book or a series. In this case, I heard "the end " and I said "finally."

[Techlady · Rating 3 out of 5]

Loves the previous books in the series. But I didn’t like the interactions between The two main characters. Definitely a lack of communication.

[Cath · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is book four of the Summer Beach: Coral Cottage series and the summer season is as busy as ever, with older sister Miranda looking to add a food truck to her booming Coral Café business, whilst her younger sister Kai has suddenly moved up her wedding plans, all while she and her fiancé Axe work on their opening show at the amphitheatre. Miranda and Kai are both back with their grandmother Ginger, the former diplomat’s wife and code breaker as well as matriarch of the Delavie-Moore family, and loving being back where they spent so much time growing up, especially after their parents died far too young. Miranda’s relationship with Jack is getting to the stage where she is questioning if he will want to actually settle down and marry her. He has had the upset of his long past ex-Vanessa suddenly dumping the news that he was a dad to an almost teenage boy called Leo and that she was dying. Thankfully, a wonderful Dr Nash, managed to come up with a cure and the two are about to get married in Summer Beach and no one could be happier for them. With Kai’s sudden change of plans, she doesn’t want to push Jack into a decision he isn’t ready for, but she wants marriage, not a modern living together relationship, even given how much they love each other. But Kai and Axe haven’t told anyone what their actual plans are for the wedding and the summer is beginning to fade!
Jack has his hands full looking after Leo and his puppy Scout, who is quite a handful on his own. On top of that, he wants to try and buy the cottage he has been renting, to show Miranda how serious he is about them, but also for a permanent place for Leo to stay. His funds aren’t fantastic though, as he is no longer working as an investigative reporter, not wanting to bring danger around Leo or Miranda, but it seems some may have found him! He is also illustrating some children’s books and doing the odd article or so, but he will need to find a better source of income soon, to make things work. There has already been one wedding, with Vanessa and Dr Nash, now Kai and Axe will be married at some point this summer, so everyone starts to speculate about Jack and Miranda tying the knot, and making it three! Jack is not the best at remembering things and puts his foot right in it with Miranda and a special date he had planned, forgetting what day it was due to being focussed in on his work. This leaves Miranda fuming and deciding to concentrate on her own business and the new food truck, not wanting to be reliant on anyone else but herself. That is the way she has managed for twenty years since her Stan died, leaving her a single mother to twins, Ethan and Heather.
Whether Jack can rectify the issue and rescue their relationship is left for you to find out, as even Ginger feels the stress. Ginger may have tried to give Miranda some relationship and life advice, as did Kai, but some of it made matters worse than before. They need to work out what they each want and how they can achieve it to not, either alone or together, but they will be pushed to the edge before a resolution is suggested by an unlikely source. Great fun to read as usual, and so much better if you have read the other books in the series and know all of the other characters well. There are even little nods to other characters in beach area, who are from another series also set in Summer Beach, so it is nice to see the cross over and see what they are all up to. Seabreeze Inn, Imaldi and her flower shop, Miranda and Kai’s middle sister Brooke and her family, Bennet the mayor of Summer Beach, Ivy and Shelly, and so many more. It is nice to catch little glimpses of them all and see how the Summer Beach community comes together, especially when it comes to celebrate special occasions, friends and family. A few surprises also thrown into the mix, with Kai and Axe’s wedding certainly one highlight, and Leo being another! I loved it. I received an ARC copy of this book from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.

[Sara Beneventi · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Matrimoni a Coral Cottage" di Jan Moran
Pagg. 276

⚠️ ATTENZIONE SPOILER ⚠️

Dopo il matrimonio di Vanessa con il dottore, l' attività di Marina va alla grande e per questo motivo ha deciso di acquistare un foodtrack, così da allargare il bacino della sua clientela. Inoltre risulta molto più comodo anche per le consegne durante gli spettacoli al Seashell, il teatro dove sua sorella Kai e il suo compagno Axe, organizzano spettacoli. Il prossimo matrimonio da organizzare sarà proprio quello di Kai, che inaspettatamente ha anticipato la data. Invece per Marina arriverà la tanto desiderata proposta? Tutti nel piccolo paesino ne parlano e non si aspetta altro. Jack ha invitato Marina nel locale più costoso ed elegante del paese, sarà la serata giusta? E invece, no. Jack si scorda dell' appuntamento, tra la gestione del figlio Leo e il suo cane Scout, ha confuso la giornata. Inoltre, c'è qualcosa che lo tiene in pensiero: una proposta arrivata dal suo vecchio capo, che sembrerebbe irrinunciabile, e una telefonata misteriosa che ha sentito involontariamente. Marina, offesa nel profondo, rivede il suo rapporto con Jack e prende nuovamente le distanze. Non può nuovamente farsi carico di un uomo del genere dopo la sua ultima esperienza. Ma alla prima del nuovo spettacolo di Axe e Kai, "Belle on the beach" succede una magia: oltre al matrimonio a sorpresa dei due protagonisti,  il piccolo Leo, farà la sua proposta di matrimonio a Marina e per lei sarà davvero difficile rifiutare.
Questo è il Quarto libro della serie e ormai i personaggi mi tengono compagnia. Scrittura semplice e scorrevole, a volte ripetitiva, soprattutto per chi ha letto i precedenti,  ma sicuramente questo lo rende facilmente leggibile anche singolarmente, perché l' autrice spoilera i precedenti per far comprendere meglio al lettore ciò che accade.

[Nina Sollorz-Wagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

In " Hochzeit im Coral Cottage (Coral Cottage Deutsch 4) " baut Marina ihr Coral Cafe weiter aus, indem sie mit einen Food-Truck rund um Summer Beach ihre Strandküche anbietet.
Derweil ist Marinas Beziehung zu Jack ein ständiges auf und ab, denn Jack ist teilweise ein Kind im Manne und Marina muss sich entscheiden, ob sie dafür bereit ist. Zumal auch Marinas Zwillinge sowie Jacks Sohn Leo mit involviert sind und auf diese Einfluss haben.
Dazu kommt, dass Kai ihre Hochzeit vorverlegt hat und mit ihrem Verlobten Axe ein großes Geheimnis darum macht. Ebenso um ihr neues Musical, dass kurz vor der Uraufführung steht.
Dennoch ist in Summer Beach die Liebe überall präsent, da eine Hochzeit nach der anderen um die Bewohner des Küstenstädchen ansteht.
Werden Marina und Jack zu den Brautpaaren gehören und wieso haben Kai nebst Axe ihre Hochzeit in diesen Sommer vorgezogen?
Die Story hat mich gleich wieder mit nach Summer Beach genommen, dabei bleibt sie abwechslungsreich sowie spannungsgeladen. Man darf mit Marina, Jack und deren Lieben mitfiebern und die verschiedesten Emotionen erleben. Es gibt einiges zum schmunzeln bis herzhaft zu lachen, so manche mitfühlende wie auch tragische Momente und das ein oder andere Tränchen zu vergießen.
Ich konnte das Buch kaum noch aus der Hand legen, da ich erfahren wollte, ob es in der Devalie-Moore Familie mehr als eine Sommerhochzeit und Happy Ends gab.
Das Buch bekommt von mir eine Lese / Kaufempfehlung und 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sterne.