The Dance

Thistle Island #5

by Mia Kent

The only thing harder than learning to love… is learning when to say goodbye.

For over two decades, Owen Kennedy has tried to make Brooke Nelson see the that she loves him, and always has. As the years ticked on, he lost hope for their happily ever after, and now finds himself at a crossroads. Should he stay on Thistle Island and learn to live without her… or is it finally time to move on?

For Levi Graham, the subject of love couldn’t be more painful. Widowed at a young age, and left to raise a newborn daughter entirely on his own, he walled himself off from the rest of the world to protect himself—and his little girl—from further heartache. Now, he’s opening himself up to the possibility of love at last, but can he overcome his past and welcome the future that’s his for the taking?

Sink your toes into the golden-sand beaches of Thistle Island, where strangers are friends, sunshine is plentiful, and the ocean is always just a few steps away. This feel-good small-town women’s fiction series is perfect for readers of all ages.

Author's This is a continuing series that follows the lives of the residents of Thistle Island throughout multiple books that are best read in order.

216 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 26, 2023

Reviews

[Debbie Adair · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Thistle Island series is fantastic! The stories are heartfelt and wonderful. Definitely start at #1, Harbor House and read them all. I’m anxiously awaiting #6, The Reunion!

[Jocelyn Bogart · Rating 2 out of 5]

I’m really enjoying this series as a whole, but this one felt like just a filler book to me. with the helen/john plot nicely wrapped up in the last book, I was expecting this one to wrap up everyone else’s stories, but nothing really happened other than setting up for yet another book. I honestly think this whole series could have been one book, especially with how much time is spent re-introducing the relationships between characters and the setting every time as if we haven’t read the previous books. I am still excited to see all of our characters get a happy ending, but this particular book was a bit of a let down tbh.

[KK from KY · Rating 5 out of 5]

That ending though!

I am so glad there is one book left in this series. Otherwise, I would not know how every character’s story turns out. I would not be happy at all. I was worried after the last book that the main storyline was basically done. It kind of was, but not completely. The title of this one had me wondering about it until nearly the end. I love this series and its characters and am sad to see it come to the end. But I am sure I will savor every moment of the final installment.

[Sharon Shellito · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mia Kent definitely has a sure fire way of keeping her readers captivated and in the story. She seamlessly has your emotions rising and falling as you become more caught up with each character. You don't just feel every joy and sorrow, but believe and understand them. I've been captivated with this series since first starting it, and find myself devouring every book. Now with one final book left, I look forward to the reunion and seeing how it all ends.

[Lynn Dixon · Rating 4 out of 5]

In Mia Kent’s The Dance, the 5th in the Thistle Island Novel Series, the elderly Helen returns to England with the aid of Robyn and Levi to trace the last steps of her beloved John Sullivan. She finds peace as the younger generations attend a match party to look for love. There are some break-ups, some disappointments and some successful love stories in this ongoing saga. Good, descriptive writing by Author Kent.

[Trish Drinkwater · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is where I agree so much with others who felt this series would have been better served a one long book - so that the need for repetition with what had gone before would be unnecessary. I found parts of this to be as lovely as the earlier books but parts I found boring. My least favourite in the series, which really needs to be read in order. I did however love the final book in the Thistle Island series.

[Jeannine Wickliffe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lice this series

Things are finally coming together for some of the character's. Robyn and Levi are growing closer. Helen has learned the truth about John. Claire and Robyns dad is finding happiness. The problem remains for Brooke, gas she waited to long to tell Owen how she feels. Will Claire stay on Whistle Island?

[Kathleen Long · Rating 5 out of 5]

This love stories continue to unfold of all of the main characters and side characters in book #5. This book is all about knowing when to truly give love a chance, when it time to walk away and when to say goodbye to relationships from the past. It is a bittersweet book and the ending will leave you surprised.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! He took the job!?!? Bring on The Reunion...ASAP!!!I

No matter how this series ends, it's Going to be bitter sweet to finish it. So glad I found it! Great story lines for each character that intertwine so nicely together. Love reading every minute of it!

[Kathleen Murphy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although predictable, sometimes that's just what one is seeking. More nuanced and well written.than most One can almost visualize the characters. Enjoyable read! Makes me want to get beside the ocean!

[Sue Davies · Rating 5 out of 5]

EMBoldened wow

Well this book has it all and yet again had me in tears. I hope Brooke & Owen finally see that they are meant for each other. Fantastic series of books. 😍😍😍😍

[Karin S Openshaw · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very enjoyable read and I have already downloaded The Reunion (Thistle Island #6) by Mia Kent

[Patricia Moody · Rating 5 out of 5]

another of the Series

Good writing, good love, will continue reading series! Wish books were longer so ready to complete the story! Good characters!

[Wendy Brescia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a great book closing the gaps of some love stories. My favorite is Helen’s love story. This is a great series of reading.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Best

This has been a fantastic series. Every installment got better and enjoyed meeting all of the characters. I would recommend this whole series.

[Pauline Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful reading I am reading the reunion book 6 but good reads is not finding this book by Mia Kent

[Jane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book Five

This book was okay, but left me with some questions. Mia Kent is an excellent writer. Hope everyone has tissues for several different times.

[Judy Hardwick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Continuing with a good story

And I'll admit, some of the outcomes I just wasn't sure about... but this book kept me interested and anticipating just how things might work out...

[Vanessa Boyle · Rating 5 out of 5]

It took me a bit longer to read as I was going through some grief and I didn’t want to read a book that might make me cry. But still loved this book and the characters and can’t wait to read the last one although that makes me sad