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Pajaro Bay #7
Sunshine Cottage
Teresa Soto is hiding from her fellow gang members in the perfect place: the tiny village of Pajaro Bay. But when she falls for the squeaky-clean director of the local youth center, things get complicated. She's one step ahead of the danger on her tail, and may be taking him along for the ride. Should she run, should she hide—or should she stay and fight for the new life she's building based on a big, fat lie?
The Pajaro Bay novels are heartwarming romantic mysteries guaranteed to leave you with a happy ending. Each is a standalone story, so they can be read in any order, or you can follow along from the beginning and see how the world of Pajaro Bay develops. Collect them all:
1. Honeymoon Cottage
2. Boardwalk Cottage
3. Lighthouse Cottage
4. Little Fox Cottage
5. Rum Cake Cottage
6. Songbird Cottage
7. Sunshine Cottage
8. Shipwreck Cottage (coming soon!)
The Pajaro Bay novels are heartwarming romantic mysteries guaranteed to leave you with a happy ending. Each is a standalone story, so they can be read in any order, or you can follow along from the beginning and see how the world of Pajaro Bay develops. Collect them all:
1. Honeymoon Cottage
2. Boardwalk Cottage
3. Lighthouse Cottage
4. Little Fox Cottage
5. Rum Cake Cottage
6. Songbird Cottage
7. Sunshine Cottage
8. Shipwreck Cottage (coming soon!)
252 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 1, 2023
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November 8, 2023
I just love the Pajaro Bay cozy mystery series, set on the California coast, and SUNSHINE COTTAGE was a wonderful addition to the series! Theresa Soto is on the run. She was kicked out of her sister’s house at seventeen and exploited, and after witnessing a murder, she’s placed in the witness protection program and sent to Pajaro Bay for a fresh start. Living under a new identity, Theresa starts over and meets new friends and romantic prospects. I particularly loved all the second chances story lines in this one. Saving homeless kids and dogs? Yes, please. But when the guy she’s been dating finds out about her true past, will he man up and deal, or cut and run? I love these cozy mystery/thrillers which have a lovely beach setting, and just the right amount of thriller.
February 25, 2021
Teresa Soto had to prostitute herself because of her alcoholic and drug family who forced her into the life, sees a murder, gets caught by the police and they put her in a protected program because the gang leader was after her. The police sent her to Pajara Bay.
November 5, 2018
Excellent, Lost Girl Found
Touching story of someone who is lost. Pajaro Bay once again changes lives. These are wonderful books, I highly recommend this series.
Touching story of someone who is lost. Pajaro Bay once again changes lives. These are wonderful books, I highly recommend this series.
December 15, 2018
I enjoy the Pajaro Bay Mysteries. They are a good light read for my bedtime reading. I look forward to the next one.
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August 21, 2020A charming light mystery set in the wonderful Pajaro Bay. I really enjoyed this
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September 22, 2020
Great series
The whole series was a wonderful set of books to read. As I wait for the next book in the Pajaro Bay series. Great amazing stiries
The whole series was a wonderful set of books to read. As I wait for the next book in the Pajaro Bay series. Great amazing stiries
March 8, 2023
Sunshine Cottage
Theresa Sols is placed in witness protection program due to she witnessed a murder. She was sent to a
charming town called Panadol Bay. She settled in an was enjoying the job she had, the town and all the people. Everybody was so welcoming and excited that she came to there town. Sadly she let her guard down while she was trying to help a young homeless boy. He just want it all to end the way he was living an doing drugs. She told him her story and that everything could change if he would let people help him that care. Which put her and other that danger when the mob found her. Must read to see what happens. I would recommend this to my family and friends.
Theresa Sols is placed in witness protection program due to she witnessed a murder. She was sent to a
charming town called Panadol Bay. She settled in an was enjoying the job she had, the town and all the people. Everybody was so welcoming and excited that she came to there town. Sadly she let her guard down while she was trying to help a young homeless boy. He just want it all to end the way he was living an doing drugs. She told him her story and that everything could change if he would let people help him that care. Which put her and other that danger when the mob found her. Must read to see what happens. I would recommend this to my family and friends.
February 17, 2022
I loved this book. At first, the beginning had me wondering if I should continue reading. Mainly because it starts with the heroine in jail. I won't go into details but it was hard to read. As I read on though and followed the changes in her life as well as the challenges, I found myself unable to quit reading. There are many ties to challenges people face today and how we deal with them (drugs, homelessness, crime) and ultimately this is a victorious but believable story. I now checked my Kindle and am going back to ready another in the Pajaro Bay series and will continue.
February 11, 2021
Forced into an unsavoury life, the heroine finds redemption in the witness protection program.
A young prostitute whose family had forced her into the life, sees the aftermath of murder , gets caught by the police for unrelated problems & has to go into the program. This book is fascinating, heartbreakingly sad in places. and yet proves redemption is possible with a little help from others, who suspend their judgement.
A young prostitute whose family had forced her into the life, sees the aftermath of murder , gets caught by the police for unrelated problems & has to go into the program. This book is fascinating, heartbreakingly sad in places. and yet proves redemption is possible with a little help from others, who suspend their judgement.
July 27, 2021
PAJARO BAY IS A BEAUTIFUL, MAGICAL PLACE TERI ISN’T THE ONLY PERSON WHO LIKES LIVING THERE, I SURE WOULD. SIGH! THE DESCRIPTION OF THE TOWN IS MAGNIFICENT, I COULD ACTUALLY SEE IT. I USUALLY COMPLAIN ABOUT OVER DISCRIBING USED IN SO MANY BOOKS BUT THIS ONE WAS DIFFERENT,THE AUTHOR DOES A HELLAVA JOB. WOW! VERY NICE WITH A TEENY TINY ROMANCE, THE STORY LINE WAS A LITTLE UNBELIEVABLE EVERYONE WAS TOO BOOKISH. 😉
November 24, 2022
Barbara Lee Cool's lyrical prose creates vivid pictures of Pajero Bay. The use of such descriptive language draws you right into this quirky town. Each of her characters has strengths and weaknesses that make them so real. As they deal with their own past histories, the light of hope and wisdom shines through. Pick up a book in this series when you want to be taken away into this magical world to lift you up.
April 9, 2022
Redemption in a small oceanside town
Theresa had lived a life no young woman should but many do with no parental support and few options. Her inadvertent seeing of a gang member cleaning up the scene after a mans murder puts her own life in danger. What miracle can save her now ?
Theresa had lived a life no young woman should but many do with no parental support and few options. Her inadvertent seeing of a gang member cleaning up the scene after a mans murder puts her own life in danger. What miracle can save her now ?
July 8, 2023
What a great second chance story!
I really liked this book. We all make mistakes in our lives and for someone to work so hard to forget the past and move on to a wonderful future takes guts. The characters are so real and relatable. You don't see the ending coming. Ms Cool Lee has fooled me again. I can't way to see what the next book brings. Enjoy!
I really liked this book. We all make mistakes in our lives and for someone to work so hard to forget the past and move on to a wonderful future takes guts. The characters are so real and relatable. You don't see the ending coming. Ms Cool Lee has fooled me again. I can't way to see what the next book brings. Enjoy!
March 27, 2019
I've read all the books in the series and have enjoyed them all, this one didn't disappoint at all, as good as the rest.
Some characters follow through from previous books but they're standalone stories and can be read as such.
This particular story is about Teresa who is moved to keep her safe, only 1 person in the town knows about her past. Teresa soon integrates herself into the community and forms firm friendships, especially with her manager at the community centre.
She helps the local community, and 1 girl stands out from the crowd, but is she all that she seems?
I'm looking forward to the next book to be released.
Some characters follow through from previous books but they're standalone stories and can be read as such.
This particular story is about Teresa who is moved to keep her safe, only 1 person in the town knows about her past. Teresa soon integrates herself into the community and forms firm friendships, especially with her manager at the community centre.
She helps the local community, and 1 girl stands out from the crowd, but is she all that she seems?
I'm looking forward to the next book to be released.
February 12, 2021
Very nice story
Unique story line with characters you love. Watching the message of hope and acceptance get passed along was inspirational. A sweet mystery that says happy endings are possible. Thoroughly enjoyed.
Unique story line with characters you love. Watching the message of hope and acceptance get passed along was inspirational. A sweet mystery that says happy endings are possible. Thoroughly enjoyed.
February 13, 2021
Adopting to life on the run.
An intresting story about a woman who saw something she should not have seen. Teresa had to make drastic changes to her life to escape from a criminal who wanted her dead. A very touching story. story
An intresting story about a woman who saw something she should not have seen. Teresa had to make drastic changes to her life to escape from a criminal who wanted her dead. A very touching story. story
March 4, 2021
Quick, light read. This was book 7, but had it's own 2 main characters. Though, I did figure out the couple from one of the previous books. Book one was free on amazon yesterday, so I downloaded that so I can start from the beg.
July 25, 2021
Sunshine Cottage
Everyone deserves a second chance in life especially when the first one was horrific . Teresa gets that's and it is full of wonder as she sees the possibility this can have
Everyone deserves a second chance in life especially when the first one was horrific . Teresa gets that's and it is full of wonder as she sees the possibility this can have
October 13, 2021
Great!
Unusual story, involving loss, redemption, and the power of love! Pajaro Bay again provides hope and healing to several lost souls, all young, and family found for a bitter old man!
Unusual story, involving loss, redemption, and the power of love! Pajaro Bay again provides hope and healing to several lost souls, all young, and family found for a bitter old man!
January 29, 2023
Sunshine
More of a fantasy that could happen if people allowed themselves to be forgiving, helpful and less judgemental. The wrap up conversation in the tower library, especially Vic's part, seems unlikely.
More of a fantasy that could happen if people allowed themselves to be forgiving, helpful and less judgemental. The wrap up conversation in the tower library, especially Vic's part, seems unlikely.
October 11, 2020
I���m glad I’m finished. It was a cute improbable story.
February 9, 2021
Great story
Love reading Barbara Cool Lee books. Heart warming read always a great story. I always download her books. Thank you Barbara!
Love reading Barbara Cool Lee books. Heart warming read always a great story. I always download her books. Thank you Barbara!
February 12, 2021
Sunshine Cottage
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was well written focusing on real life adventure. I'm looking forward to reading more books written by Barbara Cool Lee.
I really enjoyed reading this book. It was well written focusing on real life adventure. I'm looking forward to reading more books written by Barbara Cool Lee.
February 12, 2021
A happy surprise
I didn't think I'd be interested in the story.But l was wrong . I couldn't put down the book.Very well written .
I didn't think I'd be interested in the story.But l was wrong . I couldn't put down the book.Very well written .
February 15, 2021
Colorful Paradise
I think the author's strong suit here is her vivid painting of the setting and her unique characters. Who wouldn't want to live in Pajaro Bay?
I think the author's strong suit here is her vivid painting of the setting and her unique characters. Who wouldn't want to live in Pajaro Bay?
February 18, 2021
Cute story. You can’t help but root for the main characters.
February 23, 2021
A feel good tale, likeable characters, happy ending.
October 25, 2021
Twist and turns
Lots of twists and turns in this journey to redemption for several of these Pajaro Bay members as they discover what matters.
Lots of twists and turns in this journey to redemption for several of these Pajaro Bay members as they discover what matters.
May 2, 2022
Sunshine Cottage
Just like the other books in this series I loved reading this one and look forward to reading more. Highly recommend reading.
Just like the other books in this series I loved reading this one and look forward to reading more. Highly recommend reading.
December 18, 2022
An easy read on a rainy day type of book. I enjoyed it. I've read others in the series and so far have enjoyed them all
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