Escaping Celia

by T.C. Beacham

ESCAPING CELIA is the story of Carly O'Shea, whose long-awaited solo vacation is derailed when her mother, aunt, and wacky cousin Celia invade her seaside cottage. Stir in a snarly runaway teen, a hot guitar player, a cool Southern boy, a gun-toting matron, and a wise boardwalk barista—and you’ve got the kind of summer stew that gives everybody heartburn!

173 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

TC is inspired by the sea, and loves to walk and read at the beach.
She writes fun fiction in seaside settings ~ GREAT BEACH READS with intrigue, humor and heart.

Reviews

[Theresa Walker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Engaging

I liked the characters, from the good girl main character, to the free spirited cousin, to the confused runaway. The Book had some typos, but the story line was good - beginning with the main character just wanting to get away on her own - to her female relatives muscling in, in a funny but realistic way - to the runaway and the walls she put up. I could either see myself or many of my relatives in those characters. It's a good beach read.

[Mary Ann Hogan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet Story

I liked this book because the story was sweet. The characters were interesting. I really enjoyed how the story progressed throughout the book.

[LizH · Rating 2 out of 5]

I am about 50% of the way, and am giving up. The writing wasn't bad, I just don't care about the characters. They have no substance, and I need substance. Thought it would be a light fun read, but no.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good summer read.

[Nancy Houston Fields · Rating 4 out of 5]

A solo vacation turned family reunion (of sorts) creates a backdrop for unforgettable family memories.