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68th out of 263 books
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179 voters
Sweet Caroline (Beaufort #1)
by
Rachel Hauck (Goodreads Author)
Caroline serves others with little time to enjoy the sweeter parts of life. Until her old boyfriend returns to town--and she's given a second chance at first love.
Life hasn't always been so sweet for Caroline Sweeny.
She's sacrifice her desires for others--unlike her mother who abandoned their family years ago. But when a friend challenges her to accept an exciting job adve...more
Life hasn't always been so sweet for Caroline Sweeny.
She's sacrifice her desires for others--unlike her mother who abandoned their family years ago. But when a friend challenges her to accept an exciting job adve...more
Paperback, 318 pages
Published
February 1st 2008
by Thomas Nelson Publishers
(first published 2008)
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this story. At first I thought it would be a straight chick lit, and in some ways it was. However, Sweet Caroline touched me in a deeper place than most lits do. I actually got choked up a few times. I rarely do these days. There were some very funny moments, some truly enjoyable girl times, and some romantic interludes that sizzled and popped. Best of all, though, was a spiritual awakening and a discovery of one's place in this world that was breathtaking and y...more
This is a nice story that feels like the South Carolina low country it is set in. The writing was good and kept me reading into the night. There were many storylines woven together with real skill. The finding God storyline was one that I found moving without being preachy. That being said, some things were a little too good. I’ve never had a car dealer make a deal with me and then throw in an extra $1000 because he thinks I’m a good person and I know there are many virgins in their late 20′s, b...more
This is not your normal Christian Romane novel and I have to admit that I was not too happy with the book at the beginning. With two gorgeous men chasing after Caroline, I couldn't seem to relate to her. However the further I got into the book the more I realized how "human" she was.
She wasn't a Christian and she didn't even desire to come to know God at all. The author didn't even mention God fully until further into the book... something I am not sure if I like or not. I suppose it is a diffe...more
She wasn't a Christian and she didn't even desire to come to know God at all. The author didn't even mention God fully until further into the book... something I am not sure if I like or not. I suppose it is a diffe...more
Sweet Caroline started off slow, and then got much better. Caroline Sweeney’s life changed dramatically after a man died, and anyone who has ever had to seek answers to life’s most important questions and make life-altering decisions will enjoy reading Caroline’s story. At first, I was on the fence about this book, and then, as I continued to read, I started to see a lot of myself in Caroline. I could not believe all of the decisions she had to make, and I empathized with her every time. Just wh...more
Golly. Hm....well...Genre romance is not my schtick...and this definitely was that. It certainly was engaging enough that I wasn't forced to projectile it across the room (how's that for positive review?!? ), so I think that means it was a FINE example of the genre, for folks who LIKE romances. Also, a bit hard to swallow (the innocence of some of the characters) , but refreshingly so, not coyingly so. Bottom line: I would recommend this strongly to folks who like romances and Christian fiction,...more
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May 31, 2008
Margaret
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
anyone making tough life choices in need of some guidance
Recommended to Margaret by:
CFBA
Sweet Caroline is quite the book, and she is quite the person. She is a normal human being, in a normal life. Tough decisions need to be made, and only Christ knows if she is making the right choices. This book grips your heart and doesn't let it go. I love it from the heart-head-ear conversations to the screaming in my head what I thought she should do. :) This story of a girl in her late twenties growing up is something that anyone could benefit from reading. Caroline's situations remind me of...more
This book was a good distraction for me when I needed a fast, easy read. Caroline is a people pleaser who can't say no to anyone, and always puts off her own plans and dreams for others. Now she's been offered the opportunity of a lifetime, a job in Barcelona with one of her best friends. The only problem is: she's just inherited the Cafe she used to work for, and her long time love is back in town. Will Caroline finally put herself first? And what does that mean exactly?
Cute at times, but just to over the top for me. The main character has to choose between two completely hot guys who are after her (one a famous country star). Also whether she should take a job with the Donald Trump of Europe who thinks she's wonderful, despite the fact that she has no experience, education, foreign travel background, connections or even lived out on her own, or stay and own her own business that she received for free and starts doing great under her Midas touch.
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I LOVED this book! I, literally, laughed out loud in at least every chapter. The main character was hilarious. I have to admit though, the surprise ending threw me for a loop. The ending was satisfying, all loose ends were tied by the last page, but I'm dying to know what becomes of the characters next. Maybe it mentions this in "Love begins with Elle"? I will have to read it to see. :)
Even though this is categorized as a romance, I didn't see it as one. To me, it was a story of a woman facing some difficult choices. The ending was not what I was expecting, but it was believable and left several possibilities open for what could happen next.
The story is told with a single POV and it is told in present tense. I liked that! It's different!
The story is told with a single POV and it is told in present tense. I liked that! It's different!
I'd give this a 4.5 if I could, but I had to round it up to 5! I recently discovered this author and her books are pleasant, interesting reads. I was thinking about this book after I finished it and I would describe it as a "sweet story"... maybe that's why she named it as she did. Not just a romance - it's a lot more complex than that.
Caroline was someone I could really relate to, seeing as we are both 20-somethings who seemingly have put our own lives on 'hold' in order to focus on helping others. When Caroline is suddenly faced with several life-altering choices she must seek guidance from the Lord in order to make the best decision. It took me a while to understand why she ends up choosing the one that she does, but that's because it is a deep decision which I would have wrestled over myself. While I'm not sure I would hav...more
Love reading books set in the south...This is about twenty something Caroline, who has always done what was right for everyone else, and begins to explore what is right for her and more importantly who God wants her to be. A bit disappointed in the ending, but hoping to see more of Caroline in the other books in the series.
A one-day read for me, I totally devoured this book. I fell in love with Caroline and Mitch myself and would definitely eat at the Frogmore Cafe :) I love sweet stories that make me feel good when I'm finished and this was one of the best.
Very light easy read, keeps you interested through the book. I just didn't like the ending. But you do get a little more info on the characters in a following book, Love Starts With Elle.
Overall, I really enjoyed the story line and characters of the book. I liked the history behind the characters that you found out along the way. I wish the emotions of the characters would have been more developed and deeper. However, it was a great read that I would recommend to a friend.
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This was a pretty good book. What Caroline did in the book was never what I thought she was going to do. Was easy and enjoyable to read.
This was an INPIE book selection. I was annoyed with this book. I did not like her style and thought it was really unrealistic.
What an amazing, wonderful book! I cried and laughed ( the racing scene was hysterical to me lol) I can't wait to read book #2!
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I was surprised how much I liked this book. It was very different from
. There were very humorous times, Southern love and food, and God was a very powerful theme, which I really respected and adored about this book. I plan on reading the other books in the series. I'm interested to read about Elle because my personality is similar to hers. I wish more was described with the 2 male characters. I didn't really get much of a view inside their heads. I was pretty surprised with the ending.
. There were very humorous times, Southern love and food, and God was a very powerful theme, which I really respected and adored about this book. I plan on reading the other books in the series. I'm interested to read about Elle because my personality is similar to hers. I wish more was described with the 2 male characters. I didn't really get much of a view inside their heads. I was pretty surprised with the ending.
Fantastic!!! funny love story and friendship too. And let's not forget car naming. Great Novel I love her!!
I loved this story! The setting in the low country of South Carolina, the realness of the characters and events. I want to eat at the Frogmore Cafe and enjoy the biscuits!
Perfect mix of something totally more than sweet. I loved the characters and everything.
I've never known someone to change their mind so many times--make a decision and stick to it!
Loved this book! Would definitely read it again. Sweet story!
Aug 09, 2011
Sandra
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Pretty good. I liked the ending very unexpected. :)
wonderful story
liked Elle's story better in her other novel
liked Elle's story better in her other novel
Read this book in 2 days. Couldn't put it down
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RITA finalist and award winning author Rachel Hauck writes from sunny central Florida.
With strong southern stories, she infuses faith and real life into the lives of her fictional characters.
Rachel loves to encourage new writers and is the book therapist for My Book Therapy and writing community founded by
Susan May Warren.
Rachel graduated from Ohio State University with a BA in Journalism. She'...more
More about Rachel Hauck...
With strong southern stories, she infuses faith and real life into the lives of her fictional characters.
Rachel loves to encourage new writers and is the book therapist for My Book Therapy and writing community founded by
Susan May Warren.
Rachel graduated from Ohio State University with a BA in Journalism. She'...more
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