“Sand, Surf But Most Importantly Love”
If you’re planning to relax on the sands of some faraway destination or just enjoying the view from your backyard hammock, be sure to tote this volume with you. You will savor the works of four talented authors. In “June’s Lace”, Cathy Lamb introduces us to former attorney/talented-beyond-belief wedding dress designer; June MacKenzie, who, after continually battling with her slime-ball of a husband; Grayson for a divorce, swears she will never get involved with any male again—that is, until a blond-haired, hunky giant of a songwriter named Reece rescues her from drowning while she was hunting for a perfect butterfly shell. He seems kind and understanding, but June has her doubts about him..as well as herself. Meanwhile, her talented staff; Estelle and Leoni (and Leoni’s star-gazing/astronaut-to-be Daughter; Morgan, encourage her to follow her heart. But will Grayson ever give up and agree to the divorce? Or will she lose everything, including the creative, loving woman she is? You’ll love the interaction with her Brother; March, and Sisters; August and September and their “Hippie Parents”. Within the pages of Holly Chamberlin’s “Second Chance Sweethearts”, you’ll meet Thea Foss, who, against the advice of her therapist, escapes her familiar surroundings, not to mention her abusive former Husband; Mark Marais, and takes up residence in the quaint vacation town of Ogunquit, Maine. Thea rents from the extremely intuitive but lonely, Alice Moore and secures a job as a waitress in Maggie’s Diner. Despite ever-present fears, her life begins to take some semblance of order—that is, until the “Love of her Life” from years past; Hugh Landry, arrives on the scene. Will he remember all that they once shared so long ago? Will he be disappointed by the woman she has become? Or she with him? Ms. Chamberlin pulls you to the forefront of Thea’s fears and insecurities of which we may all be able to identify. With “Carolina Summer”, Rosalind Noonan transports you to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. We accompany Real Estate Agent, Jane Doyle, as she hurriedly leaves Manhattan with a plan to stay with her Brother; T.J. in Florida. With her thoughts distracted while trying to drive in a torrential downpour, Jane is involved in a collision near the town of Avon. Thoroughly shaken but unhurt, she instinctively thinks the worst—that someone has tried to kill her. Confronted by handsome but wary, Sheriff Cooper Locklear and assisted to safety with Quickstop Market/café owners; Leah and Rusty Mallory, she regains her composure, only to find out her SUV is in need of repair and she must find lodging. A series of coincidences keep Jane and Cooper meeting and getting better acquainted. But he must not find out the real reason for her hasty Southern trip. When a frightening phone call persuades Jane to discontinue her travel plans, she fears for her safety & that of her Brother’s and works her way into a position as a rental cleaning person for a R.E. Agent, keeping a low profile. What or who is she running from? Will Coop open up about Leah? Will Jane find sanctuary in Avon? I know I’d like to read about more adventures in N.C. Perhaps you have already read Lisa Jackson’s classic tale; “The Brass Ring”, but if you haven’t, you’re in for a treat. Dr. Shawna McGuire and former tennis great; Parker Harrison, after a whirlwind courtship, are to be married. Prior to the rehearsal dinner party, the two lovebirds relax as they take in the local “Fair from Yesteryear” complete with a carousel where Parker grabs the brass ring. They come upon a fortune teller’s tent and Shawna has her palm read. She is told she will lose the love of her life. Shaken but not deterred, they revel in their love and enjoy the evening’s celebration. Some, as in Parker’s protégé; Brad Lomax, overindulge and Parker offers to drive him home in the fierce storm raging outside the cozy gathering. The party breaks up and everyone prepares for the morning’s wedding. When Parker doesn’t arrive at the appointed time, his Bride imagines he has changed his mind until authorities arrive with the news that there has been a horrific accident and Parker has been transported to Mercy Hospital. Shawna races to his side, hoping she’s not too late, only to discover he does not remember her or their love. Could the fortune teller have been right? Will she lose her beloved Parker and also a piece of herself? And what about the young, dark-haired stranger named Melinda James? Where or how does she fit into their lives? Or does she? You will enjoy this collection and be wanting more, so make room on your shelf for this one. Nancy Narma