House Above the Bookshop

A Rockport Secret #3

by Sage Parker

Rachel never imagined moving back to her hometown after vowing to leave it behind forever. Her husband promised she'd never have to, but that was before he disappeared two summers ago.

Since then, she's done her best to start over and build a new life for herself… The only problem is that her money isn’t exactly legal. And recently, she almost got caught.

Desperately needing to stay under the radar, Rachel purchases a quaint bookshop in Rockport to hide in plain sight. But her plans are thrown off course when she runs into her first love, Hunter Brooks, who happens to be the town's new sheriff.

As they reconnect, Rachel must navigate a dangerous game of keeping her past a secret while falling for the one person who could bring her down.

When love and secrets collide, will Rachel get the fresh start she's searching for? Or will the past come back to haunt her?


Find out in this exciting and heartwarming story of love, redemption, and second chances. Scroll up and start reading Book 3 of House Above the Bookshop today!

69 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 7, 2023

Reviews

[William]

Entertaining mystery listening 🎶🔰

Another will written romantic family and friends relationships adventure thriller short story by Sage Parker A Rockport Secret book 3. Rachel is doing well with the opening of the bookshop. Her and Hunter have talked about what is going on? Rachel has meet Hunter daughter and they have hit it off. Rachel's mother calls asking her over and there is Rachel's ex husband. Continued in book 4. I would recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of romantic relationships adventure novels 👍🔰. Enjoy the adventure of reading 👓 or listening 🎶 to Alexa read books 📚. 2023 👒😊💘😡

Happy reading and have fun 🌙

[Megann]

In book three Rachel and Hunter really begin to bring their relationship back into focus but what is going to happen when Hunter finds out the truth? This series is really a must read and a must to get all book before you begin. I was really drawn in when Rachel moved to Rockport and learned about her life, then saw her fall for Hunter and uncover that he had been married before and had a child. He introduced Rachel to his daughter and they hit it off wonderfully, and so now Rachel is thinking that maybe she can be a wife and mother like she always wanted to be.
Then the worst and unexpected thing happens. Rachel's mother calls her crying and begs her to come back over to her house to talk to her. She and Hunter are on a date but being the wonderful boyfriend he is he drives her there. I don't think anyone expects what happens next.
I just love Sage Parker's books as she always keeps us in the story and makes sure that there are so many surprises and twists and turns.
On to book 4 and what is going to happen to upset everything now. Will Hunter and Rachel be able to move on in their lives and oh yeah, who the heck is LISA?.

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[Margaret Fraleigh]

Rachel has been busy getting the book shop up and running. Everyone in Rockport is excited
that the shop has reopened.

Rachel was upset with Hunter after she seen him with a woman and a little girl;
She was relieved when she found out the woman was is ex and the little girl her
daughter.

During the opening week at the book shop, Rachel observed the woman she has seen
before she left and came to Rockport. Lisa was in the tore and Rachel began to panic.
Was this woman and Spoke working together.

Rachel's mother called her in a panic and wanted Rachel to come to the house immediately.
Hunter drove her there and she asked him to wait in the car.

When Rachel entered her mother's house, there was man in the living room and Rachel
recognized him as Carl - her ex.

[Barbara Labbe]

After Rachel is devastated seeing Hunter with a little girl calling him “Daddy” over a week ago she concentrated on opening day by ignoring Hunter’s calls & texts. The Opening Day of the bookstore is a big success! When Hunter shows up at the bookstore she gives him a cold shoulder. Hunter is confused…After opening day, Rachel goes out for a celebratory dinner-alone. Hunter finds her and explains that’s he is divorced and a father. Rachel is thrilled for Hunter and eventually meets his daughter, Gabby and spends a day with them. After they drop Gabby with her mother, they go to Rachel’s for a movie and wine until a call from Rachel’s anxious mother…something is wrong!.

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[Kim Mears]

This is the 3rd book in the series.

Rachel has finally opened the book store and the success is helping her to hide some laundered funds, but how long will she get away with it.
She tries to avoid Hunter, even though she misses him, after seeing him with a woman and a little girl that calls him Daddy. When Hunter tries to speak with Rachel and she avoids him, he finds out what she saw and is able to clear up the misunderstanding so that they can spend time together again.
But her happiness is soon ruined when someone else from her past returns.

I am enjoying reading this series and am looking forward to the next book.

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[Betty]

Thanks to the Youngs, Rachel brought the bookstore back to life and had a grand opening. It was a huge success but Rachel wasn’t as happy as she should be. After seeing Hunter with someone else, she didn’t want to see or speak to him again. Eventually she talks with Hunter, finds out the truth and is very happy with the results. While spending the evening with Hunter, her mom calls all frantic and needs to see Rachel. When she arrives at the house, there is a big surprise waiting for her. What did her mom do? We delve deeper into Rachel’s life. Can’t wait for the next book.

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[Sharon S]

Another good addition to this series by Sage Parker.
Rachel is a former jewel thief who owes a lot of money to a loan shark. He’s come to Rockport and demanded that she launder his money through her newly reopened bookstore. She doesn’t want to do it but doesn’t have a choice. He will release information that will prove what she did in the past. Even though she’s been dating the sheriff, she knows he’s too honest and that won’t keep him from arresting her.
She also just saw him with his wife and daughter, has he just been using her?
Cliffhanger.

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[Coffeenbooks]

This book is written in installments and I recommend reading the previous books to fully enjoy the story.

This installment begins with the opening day of the bookstore. The day is dimmed by the fact that she is still thrown by seeing Hunter with his family at a restaurant. She is cool toward him when he attends the grand opening. After talking through their issue, they reconcile, but Rachel is still concerned about her situation and what to do...

This book does not have a resolution and ends on a cliffhanger.

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[Carmela Dimattia]

This book is getting very intriguing. It appears as Rachel’s past is slowly starting to catch up with her and no matter where she turns she will never be able to escape and the only way to save herself is to succumb to their illegal requests. Just when Rachel thought that her life was heading in the right direct it takes a massive turn as her mother decides to interfere and bring Rachel’s ex back into her life. It will be very interesting to see what direction decides to take and whether her relationship with Hunter develop. Cannot wait to see what Ms Parker has in store for us in the next book.

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[Marilyn M]

The bookstore finally has it's grand opening. New and old friends come in! But what about Hunter's secret life; and what about Rachel's? Will the secrets appear and destroy their new relationship? A day off that includes an ice cream contest, bowling, and a movie. Then Rachel's mother calls? What does she want this time?

There's so much intrigue and romance- I really love Parker's writing style. She weaves a great story.

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[casvec]

Rachel is still reeling from seeing Hunter with another woman and a daughter, it is open day for the bookstore and doing her best to push him from his mind. On top of that she is dealing with the pressure from Spike.

Soon Hunter explains that his is divorce and Rachel let feeling from the past melt away. But just when things seem to be going smoothly, Rachel gets a call from her mom and is surprised by who she finds.

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[Vicki Stephens]

Book Three finds Rachel opening the bookstore for the first time with the townspeople responding positively to the shop. Rachel has been non responsive to Hunter’s text and feels deceived by him until she accidentally meets his daughter Gabby and learns of his divorce several years ago. There is a cliffhanger surrounding her mother’s desperate phone call.

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[MommyO]

Oh my goodness, there are so any twists and turns of emotion to this story that it kept me turning to next next page, anticipating what would possibly happen next! Just when you think things are finally going smoothly for Rachel, a bomb is dropped and you can’t wait for the next installment to see what happens!.

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[Brenda Moser]

This episode starts with the opening of the bookstore and with Rachel hurting after seeing Hunter with a woman and child. Moving ahead, they straighten things out and become even closer. I'm enjoying their story and am looking forward to the next book with the cliffhanger ending.

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[Erika]

This story continues with Rachel trying to make the book store a success. She finds out the truth about Hunter. Her mother tries to make things right with Rachel. She may have a invited trouble to Rachel. I can't wait to see what happens next.

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[B E]

The book continues with lots of twists and turns. Rachel opens the bookstore to a great success but is overshadowed by her disappointment with Hunter. They finally speak and she finds out the truth. Just when you think things are ok, she gets another shock.

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[Kristi]

A well-written series with romance and suspense and characters that are realistic, enjoyable and feel like life long friends. Each book picks up where the previous one left off so you'll want to read this series in order.

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[Jeanne Richardson]

I've read a lot of books written by Sage Parker; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is the third book in A Rockport Secret Series; the story continues from the previous book and needs to be read in order.

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[Mary]

Each story gives you more pieces of the mystery and opens other doors for more mystery. Terrific characters who are strong and vibrant.

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[Rita Kunselman]

Book three was interesting as it meandered into a love story between the Sheriff and Rachel! Plus, her Bookstore gets launched and there are a lot of surprises & twists & turns! I would recommend reading this book! I received this Book as an Arc but, it hasn’t influenced my honest review!

[Ann]

This installment is so many emotions in this installment. Just when things seem to be going in Rachel's favor a phone call from her mother leaves us with a cliffhanger.

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[Debi Williams]

Mystery Continues

This was another great read. The mystery continues for Rachel. Opening the bookstore and seeing Hunter with another woman. The cliffhanger will have you begging for the next book

[Jacqueline Johnston Cotton]

A great storyline with interesting characters. The perfect mystery with so many twists and turns it will keep any reader completely entertained and in suspense. I'm ready for book 4!.

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[Barbara]

This series is getting better and better. We really are going through a lot of emotions with Rachel both good and back. The story line with Hunter also is good and I’m glad they are sharing some of their secrets. I look forward to book 4.

[Rhonda]

Wonderful continuation of a good story full of secrets and unexpected events. Great characters to follow along. There is a lot of soul searching done by Rachel. Good read.

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[D.]

Rachel finally opens the bookstore. Things take a turn with Hunter and then get sorted out. There is a lot going on. I am not sure I'm liking her mother and her antics. Can't wait to get to the next book.

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[christine]

The plot thickens

The plot thickens with new surprise for Rachel and her new life was turning a coroner but her past was catching up with her, will her new life with Hunter be over.? I can't wait to read on and find out . I highly recommend this book, it has it all. Enjoy

[Marta Ratliff]

Mystery and romance

I enjoy this series, but I wish the books were longer! It gives me a good reason to read the next ones. Keep putting them out there, Sage, and I will keep reading them.

[Phylis Carpenter]

I am really enjoying this series. Rachel is determined to keep her past in the past even with Carl, Ma, and Spike popping in at times.

Check out the series but I suggest that you read them in order so you can follow the series better.

[Bookworm]

Suspenseful captivating mysterious story with twists and turns as well as a tinge of romance set in a picturesque village amidst lot of books!