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Captiva Island #2
A Captiva Wedding
Sarah Wheeler knows what she wants. Marriage and children are not part of her plans. She’s seen too many marriages fall apart. The last thing she wants is to be a statistic. As for children, Sarah doesn’t see herself as the nurturing type. She’s content helping her mother run the Key Lime Garden Inn on Captiva Island and working as Director of Community Relations at Southwest Florida’s Outreach Center. Work leaves her with little time for romance—until infuriating, charming, and intriguing Trevor Hutchins distracts Sarah and throws her off balance.
Trevor Hutchins has traveled the globe. No one captured his attention or heart—until he met Sarah Wheeler. A humanitarian who thrives on making a difference in people’s lives, Trevor can never stay in one place for more than a few months. Being close to home means struggling against his controlling family, especially his capitalist father. The past is about to catch up with Trevor and threaten his plans to forge a forever relationship with Sarah.
Maggie Wheeler has her dream life. As the owner of the Key Lime Garden Inn on Captiva Island, she’s found paradise. Every morning she walks on the beach, remembering the past, but looking forward to tomorrow. With each passing day, she feels closer to Paolo Moretti, the owner of a Sanibel Island’s popular nursery, Sanibellia. At 50, Maggie wonders if a second chance at love might be in her future after all.
Paolo Moretti loved Maggie Wheeler on sight. Years ago, he came to Sanibel Island from his home in Gaeta, Italy. Working with his sister, Ciara, they built a thriving plant nursery. Until now, Paolo’s true purpose lay in this work. After a traumatic year, Paolo gave Maggie the space she needed, he’s waited long enough. He’ll do whatever it takes to show Maggie that she can trust him with her heart.
Trevor Hutchins has traveled the globe. No one captured his attention or heart—until he met Sarah Wheeler. A humanitarian who thrives on making a difference in people’s lives, Trevor can never stay in one place for more than a few months. Being close to home means struggling against his controlling family, especially his capitalist father. The past is about to catch up with Trevor and threaten his plans to forge a forever relationship with Sarah.
Maggie Wheeler has her dream life. As the owner of the Key Lime Garden Inn on Captiva Island, she’s found paradise. Every morning she walks on the beach, remembering the past, but looking forward to tomorrow. With each passing day, she feels closer to Paolo Moretti, the owner of a Sanibel Island’s popular nursery, Sanibellia. At 50, Maggie wonders if a second chance at love might be in her future after all.
Paolo Moretti loved Maggie Wheeler on sight. Years ago, he came to Sanibel Island from his home in Gaeta, Italy. Working with his sister, Ciara, they built a thriving plant nursery. Until now, Paolo’s true purpose lay in this work. After a traumatic year, Paolo gave Maggie the space she needed, he’s waited long enough. He’ll do whatever it takes to show Maggie that she can trust him with her heart.
276 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 23, 2022
About the author
Annie Cabot
39 books126 followersAnnie Cabot is the author of contemporary women's fiction and family sagas. Annie writes about friendships and family relationships, that bring inspiration and hope to others.
With a focus on women's fiction, Annie feels that she writes best when she writes from experience. “Every woman's journey is a relatable story. I want to capture those stories, let others know they are not alone, and bring a bit of joy to my readers.”
Annie Cabot is the pen name for the writer Patricia Pauletti. A lover of all things happily ever after, it was only a matter of time before she began to write what was in her heart, and so, the pen name Annie Cabot was born.
When she's not writing, Annie and her husband like to travel. Winters always involve time away on Captiva Island, Florida where she continues to get inspiration for her novels.
Annie lives in Massachusetts with her husband.
With a focus on women's fiction, Annie feels that she writes best when she writes from experience. “Every woman's journey is a relatable story. I want to capture those stories, let others know they are not alone, and bring a bit of joy to my readers.”
Annie Cabot is the pen name for the writer Patricia Pauletti. A lover of all things happily ever after, it was only a matter of time before she began to write what was in her heart, and so, the pen name Annie Cabot was born.
When she's not writing, Annie and her husband like to travel. Winters always involve time away on Captiva Island, Florida where she continues to get inspiration for her novels.
Annie lives in Massachusetts with her husband.
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July 15, 2023
A Captiva Wedding - Annie Cabot - Book 2 of the Captiva Series
A continuing story of the Wheeler family and their acceptance of their loss of their husband and father. This book is about growth, change, and forgiveness. New relationships develop. Sarah and Trevor overcome their awkward beginning and build a relationship with a few surprises. Maggie, the main character moves on from her heartbreak and deepens her relationship with Paolo.
Trevor who for years has been estranged from his family works on a reconciliation.
As in Book 1, a serious situation arises in one paragraph and is resolved and swept aside in the next paragraph. We do not experience the process by which that situation is resolved.
As I was reading this book I was planning to give it 4 stars, however, for the same reason I gave Book One only three stars, I have to take that rating down to 3 again because of editing. The inconsistency of detail is really annoying. In an early chapter Trevor refers to his son Noah as the first grandchild in the family. At the end Noah is playing in the water with Catherine’s (Trevor’s sister) two children. That would make them the first grandchildren. If the author or editors can’t pick up that inconsistency or choose to ignore it, I can’t give this book a higher rating.
The story is uncomplicated and can be a good fluff read especially as a buffer between books with heavier, more suspenseful plots.
A continuing story of the Wheeler family and their acceptance of their loss of their husband and father. This book is about growth, change, and forgiveness. New relationships develop. Sarah and Trevor overcome their awkward beginning and build a relationship with a few surprises. Maggie, the main character moves on from her heartbreak and deepens her relationship with Paolo.
Trevor who for years has been estranged from his family works on a reconciliation.
As in Book 1, a serious situation arises in one paragraph and is resolved and swept aside in the next paragraph. We do not experience the process by which that situation is resolved.
As I was reading this book I was planning to give it 4 stars, however, for the same reason I gave Book One only three stars, I have to take that rating down to 3 again because of editing. The inconsistency of detail is really annoying. In an early chapter Trevor refers to his son Noah as the first grandchild in the family. At the end Noah is playing in the water with Catherine’s (Trevor’s sister) two children. That would make them the first grandchildren. If the author or editors can’t pick up that inconsistency or choose to ignore it, I can’t give this book a higher rating.
The story is uncomplicated and can be a good fluff read especially as a buffer between books with heavier, more suspenseful plots.
July 25, 2024
Cute and easy read!! I actually am loving this series!
May 20, 2026
A Captiva Wedding by Annie Cabot (2022)
Captiva Island #2
+264-page Kindle Ebook story pages 1-252
Genre: Women's Fiction, Clean Romance, Family Saga
Rating as a movie: PG-13
Featuring: Captiva Island, Florida; Multiple POVs, Andover, Massachusetts; Empty-nester, Quadragenarian, Widows, Family Dynamics, Grandmother, Friendships, Drama, Siblings, Secret Baby, Forgiveness, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Summer, Loss, Christmas, Adult Children, Military, Self-Actualization, Preview of Captiva Memories, Bibliography for Annie Cabot, Author's Links
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️½🏝🐚💍🌺
My thoughts: 🔖Page 14 of 264 CHAPTER TWO - They are really stacking it on. I think she's going to throw the entire kitchen sink into this story and I'm not mad about it. I'm only stopping because of Grisham.
🔖204 CHAPTER TWENTY-NINE - This is more like what I was expecting in Book 1.
So this book had a lot of what I was expecting when I started this series inconsistent timelines, dropped storylines, predictability, and a lot of drama. I'm not mad at it. I actually enjoyed it and I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series as the mouth palate cleansers I thought they were. However that first book being so well-written and having a bit more emotional depth set me up for a higher expectation, so this book was a bit of a let down but I enjoyed the story and it's still a good story overall.
Recommend to others: Yes! Put this author on your list.
Captiva Island
0.5. Captiva Sunset (2022) [after Book 4]
1. Key Lime Garden Inn (2022)
2. A Captiva Wedding (2022)
3. Captiva Memories (2022)
4. Captiva Christmas (2022)
5. Captiva Nights (2023)
6. Captiva Hearts (2023)
7. Captiva Ever After (2023)
8. Captiva Hideaway (2023)
9. Return to Captiva (2023)
10. Captiva Cabana (2024)
11. Captiva Cottage (2024)
12. Captiva Moonlight (2024)
13. Captiva Book Club (2024)
14. Sleigh Bells On Captiva (2024)
15. Captiva Sisters (2025)
16. Captiva Cafe (2025)
17. Captiva Holiday (2025)
18. Captiva Home (2026)
Songs for the soundtrack: "All I Have To Do Is Dream" by The Everly Brothers
Books and Authors mentioned: The Deluge at Norderney [from] Seven Gothic Tales Isak Dinesen [Karen Blixen], Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī
Memorable Quotes: Sarah knew that was her mother’s way of opening a conversation about her dating life. A life that was starting to pick up, even though she kept that information to herself. “We’re not going to discuss that, Mom, no matter how many times you try.” “Oh, come on. I’ve been good. I haven’t been that nosey. You know I’ve been waiting for you to tell me what’s going on between you and Trevor. Give me something. Please?” Sarah laughed. “All right, all right, don’t beg. What do you want to know?”
A day didn’t go by without Noah asking about his mother. Where exactly was heaven? Would he be able to talk to her from here? Would he ever see her again? Was Trevor going to heaven too? He did the best he could to answer Noah’s questions but found it difficult to know the right things to say.
Captiva Island #2
+264-page Kindle Ebook story pages 1-252
Genre: Women's Fiction, Clean Romance, Family Saga
Rating as a movie: PG-13
Featuring: Captiva Island, Florida; Multiple POVs, Andover, Massachusetts; Empty-nester, Quadragenarian, Widows, Family Dynamics, Grandmother, Friendships, Drama, Siblings, Secret Baby, Forgiveness, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Summer, Loss, Christmas, Adult Children, Military, Self-Actualization, Preview of Captiva Memories, Bibliography for Annie Cabot, Author's Links
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️½🏝🐚💍🌺
My thoughts: 🔖Page 14 of 264 CHAPTER TWO - They are really stacking it on. I think she's going to throw the entire kitchen sink into this story and I'm not mad about it. I'm only stopping because of Grisham.
🔖204 CHAPTER TWENTY-NINE - This is more like what I was expecting in Book 1.
So this book had a lot of what I was expecting when I started this series inconsistent timelines, dropped storylines, predictability, and a lot of drama. I'm not mad at it. I actually enjoyed it and I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series as the mouth palate cleansers I thought they were. However that first book being so well-written and having a bit more emotional depth set me up for a higher expectation, so this book was a bit of a let down but I enjoyed the story and it's still a good story overall.
Recommend to others: Yes! Put this author on your list.
Captiva Island
0.5. Captiva Sunset (2022) [after Book 4]
1. Key Lime Garden Inn (2022)
2. A Captiva Wedding (2022)
3. Captiva Memories (2022)
4. Captiva Christmas (2022)
5. Captiva Nights (2023)
6. Captiva Hearts (2023)
7. Captiva Ever After (2023)
8. Captiva Hideaway (2023)
9. Return to Captiva (2023)
10. Captiva Cabana (2024)
11. Captiva Cottage (2024)
12. Captiva Moonlight (2024)
13. Captiva Book Club (2024)
14. Sleigh Bells On Captiva (2024)
15. Captiva Sisters (2025)
16. Captiva Cafe (2025)
17. Captiva Holiday (2025)
18. Captiva Home (2026)
Songs for the soundtrack: "All I Have To Do Is Dream" by The Everly Brothers
Books and Authors mentioned: The Deluge at Norderney [from] Seven Gothic Tales Isak Dinesen [Karen Blixen], Jalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī
Memorable Quotes: Sarah knew that was her mother’s way of opening a conversation about her dating life. A life that was starting to pick up, even though she kept that information to herself. “We’re not going to discuss that, Mom, no matter how many times you try.” “Oh, come on. I’ve been good. I haven’t been that nosey. You know I’ve been waiting for you to tell me what’s going on between you and Trevor. Give me something. Please?” Sarah laughed. “All right, all right, don’t beg. What do you want to know?”
A day didn’t go by without Noah asking about his mother. Where exactly was heaven? Would he be able to talk to her from here? Would he ever see her again? Was Trevor going to heaven too? He did the best he could to answer Noah’s questions but found it difficult to know the right things to say.
August 20, 2025
delightful series. You won't be disappointed.
August 3, 2025
I’m so glad I kept going & read book #2
I was a bit pensive, after reading book #1. I’m so happy to write this review on book#2. I’m now all in, on this series! I couldn’t put my finger on why I felt off, after reading book #1. I loved Sarah & I wanted to love Maggie, but I felt her dialogue & development were a bit stilted. All that changed with book #2. She was more developed & what I had read as stilted in book #1, was her way of coping with all the turmoil. It didn’t ring true to me. In book #2, she was much deeper & evolved, knowing herself better. This enabled her to be more authentic & honest with herself. Her healing journey was so fulfilling. I’m so glad I read book #2 & can’t wait to read book #3.
I was a bit pensive, after reading book #1. I’m so happy to write this review on book#2. I’m now all in, on this series! I couldn’t put my finger on why I felt off, after reading book #1. I loved Sarah & I wanted to love Maggie, but I felt her dialogue & development were a bit stilted. All that changed with book #2. She was more developed & what I had read as stilted in book #1, was her way of coping with all the turmoil. It didn’t ring true to me. In book #2, she was much deeper & evolved, knowing herself better. This enabled her to be more authentic & honest with herself. Her healing journey was so fulfilling. I’m so glad I read book #2 & can’t wait to read book #3.
July 31, 2025
Maggie Wheeler’s story continues n this second novel in the Captiva series. The Inn is running well and Maggie is finally living a life of her own choosing. Her daughter Sarah is living with Maggie and looking to move closer to her job. Both women are healing and learning to trust and love again, finally. This is an excellent story about family relationships, good friends, finding love and trusting your heart. I highly recommend it.
January 5, 2024
FAMILIES WELCOME YOU TO PARADISE
Delightful family stories that weave through several families and locations. Be prepared to experience good times and bad. Nothing is whitewashed and you can identify with situations that occur all around us.
The descriptions of Captiva and Sanibel islands are breathtaking and provide cozy settings for a growing cast of characters.
Delightful family stories that weave through several families and locations. Be prepared to experience good times and bad. Nothing is whitewashed and you can identify with situations that occur all around us.
The descriptions of Captiva and Sanibel islands are breathtaking and provide cozy settings for a growing cast of characters.
July 10, 2026
Beautiful story
Life is good for divorcee Maggie Wheeler. Her newly refurbished inn is thriving, she has a new love and surprises keep coming for her. Her Lunch Bunch ladies never disappoint, Maggie's family keeps her on her toes and her daughter Sarah has great news too. I love this book series and look forward to book 3.
Life is good for divorcee Maggie Wheeler. Her newly refurbished inn is thriving, she has a new love and surprises keep coming for her. Her Lunch Bunch ladies never disappoint, Maggie's family keeps her on her toes and her daughter Sarah has great news too. I love this book series and look forward to book 3.
July 24, 2022
Well I had to read it. I had to see how things got resolved from the previous book. It is well written, and a series I would continue to read.
It was predictable for the most part but very enjoyable and a great quick escape.
It was predictable for the most part but very enjoyable and a great quick escape.
July 24, 2022
I loved this second book of the Captiva series. The characters are well developed and very interesting. I enjoy being privy to the introspection of the main characters.
Read this book and get hooked!!
Read this book and get hooked!!
January 12, 2023
This is such a pleasant series to read and I'm happy I have the next one to continue reading. Although it is sad to realize a lot of the beautiful places in the book have been destroyed by the hurricane!
May 20, 2023
Wedding bells and family
This book was a delightful contemporary romance. Full of fantastic characters that are strong supportive family and very likable. As I read this oh ,how you wish you could lay on beach.
This book was a delightful contemporary romance. Full of fantastic characters that are strong supportive family and very likable. As I read this oh ,how you wish you could lay on beach.
August 13, 2023
A Captiva. wedding
Another great story, Maggie and Paleo fell in love. Plans to marry. Daniel's lady from the affair comes to Captiva. I just know any one will enjoy as much as I did.
Another great story, Maggie and Paleo fell in love. Plans to marry. Daniel's lady from the affair comes to Captiva. I just know any one will enjoy as much as I did.
March 12, 2024
The romance continues
The romance continues with a wedding, a proposal, and love. New found love, feelings, overcoming the past. New and old families come together. I see another wedding and some more pain in the future. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.
The romance continues with a wedding, a proposal, and love. New found love, feelings, overcoming the past. New and old families come together. I see another wedding and some more pain in the future. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.
July 21, 2024
Beautiful story with a lot of heart
This is a great book series with complex family themes and stories. It is full of wisdom and insight as we share in others life lessons. Well done!!
This is a great book series with complex family themes and stories. It is full of wisdom and insight as we share in others life lessons. Well done!!
July 23, 2025
Sweet no steam romance
Love this series. Great characters romance galore but g rated which is fresh and new in the romance genre. Reminds me of Nora Robert’s books which I love. New Annie Cabot fan for sure!!
Love this series. Great characters romance galore but g rated which is fresh and new in the romance genre. Reminds me of Nora Robert’s books which I love. New Annie Cabot fan for sure!!
December 4, 2025
Excellent storyline
Annie Cabot shows a deep understanding of the human heart and the emotions life can throw at you. Her novels are wonderfully constructed and with a depth of feeling. You cannot go wrong with this story. I am eagerly awaiting the next one in this series.
Annie Cabot shows a deep understanding of the human heart and the emotions life can throw at you. Her novels are wonderfully constructed and with a depth of feeling. You cannot go wrong with this story. I am eagerly awaiting the next one in this series.
March 9, 2026
An entertaining story line
Overall, i enjoyed the book. However, Annie needs a new editor. The misplaced commas drove me crazy! However, i just downloaded books 3 & 4, so the story line has captured my imagination.
Overall, i enjoyed the book. However, Annie needs a new editor. The misplaced commas drove me crazy! However, i just downloaded books 3 & 4, so the story line has captured my imagination.
May 16, 2026
wonderful book
The family in the book you will come to love. The wholesome love and theme discribed in this book is an added bonus. Once you start reading the books, you can’t put them down!
The family in the book you will come to love. The wholesome love and theme discribed in this book is an added bonus. Once you start reading the books, you can’t put them down!
July 27, 2023
sweet book.
October 19, 2023
❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love this series. Definitely a must read. Can't wait to read next book. Thank you for your amazing writing. ❤️❤️
Love this series. Definitely a must read. Can't wait to read next book. Thank you for your amazing writing. ❤️❤️
October 22, 2023
This is the sweetest series. I enjoy reading about Captiva and remembering my trip, but this is such a beautiful family story.
January 2, 2024
Adding Family
Being a foster and adopting mother, this story has special meaning for me.
The story of Maggie and Paulo is beautiful but Sarah and Trevor's story is special.
Being a foster and adopting mother, this story has special meaning for me.
The story of Maggie and Paulo is beautiful but Sarah and Trevor's story is special.
January 8, 2024
Easy Reading
This second book tied up the ending of the first island book. This one was very predictable and could have used a few more twists and turns to create more suspense.
This second book tied up the ending of the first island book. This one was very predictable and could have used a few more twists and turns to create more suspense.
January 13, 2024
Beautiful light read.
Enjoyed this book and loved how Maggie was able to let go & move on with her new life. Eager to see what happens next with Sarah & Trevor.
Enjoyed this book and loved how Maggie was able to let go & move on with her new life. Eager to see what happens next with Sarah & Trevor.
January 30, 2024
Good as expected
The book carried on the story and I liked it. A fast read and it goes deeper into the characters
The book carried on the story and I liked it. A fast read and it goes deeper into the characters
March 12, 2024
Captiva wedding
I loved this book. It made me forget anything else going on in my life while I was reading. Finished it in two days.
I loved this book. It made me forget anything else going on in my life while I was reading. Finished it in two days.
March 25, 2024
Good series
March 25, 2024
Enjoyed the character development, plot lines, and Florida Is. setting more than in the first book. Still had to skim through a lot of repeat emotional content.
April 19, 2024
A wonderful follow-up from the first book in this series!
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