Sunny Days, Moonlit Nights (Moonlight, #1) by Jean C. Joachim

Feb 28, 2011 Judith rated it really liked it

A delightful and winsome love story built around two people who were once real pals but who had lost touch in adult life. Now they have reconnected without really knowing much about what has happened during those "silent years." The friendship ties are as strong as ever, but each has secrets that could potentially ruin any future happiness together. It is a warm and wonderful story that traces their growing affection and love, but behind the scenes are people and situations that may not only rui ...more

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Jun 13, 2011 Laura Mcquillen rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

This is a sweet and sensual story of a childhood crush rediscovered years later that blossoms into love. It was fun watching the relationship grow between Mike and Caroline (Sunny) so many years after not seeing each other. Naturally they both have memories from when they were younger. Mike had been a few years older than Sunny and had sort of adopted the older brother/protector attitude towards her at that time, never knowing that Sunny had a crush on him. It's interesting watching them both co This is a sweet and sensual story of a childhood crush rediscovered years later that blossoms into love. It was fun watching the relationship grow between Mike and Caroline (Sunny) so many years after not seeing each other. Naturally they both have memories from when they were younger. Mike had been a few years older than Sunny and had sort of adopted the older brother/protector attitude towards her at that time, never knowing that Sunny had a crush on him. It's interesting watching them both come to terms with who they were in the past, and their feelings for each other back then, and who they are now and their feelings for each other now. It is very realistically portrayed, giving the reader a chance to wonder, perhaps, what it would be like if they were to meet up with an old crush.

Initially, Sunny surprised me. She didn't strike me as the type to run from a situation, no matter how hopeless or intimidating. Once we get to know the character, though, you can see that it wasn't so much running away as it was coming to terms with where she has let her life lead her and the circumstances she has found herself in, as well as giving herself some breathing room to determine her course of action. In a manner of speaking, she needed time to lick her wounds and heal. The secondary character of the butler that first appears in the very beginning had an amusing attitude that had me chuckling. He had a job that he must keep, and duties that he must fulfill, but he didn't necessarily have to like it or his boss.

The author did an excellent job in describing the setting of a small resort town, as well as the feelings associated with the characters situations. The pacing was well done – nothing happening too quickly so as to not be believable, even with a shorter length novel. And you get invested in the characters relatively quickly. This was a well written story that I really enjoyed, about a woman finding herself again after being in a lousy relationship that should have jaded her on men and then finding the one that she should have been with all along. ...more

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Apr 28, 2011 The Project rated it really liked it

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Caroline is married to a jerk. That's the short, but not-so-sweet truth. Finally fed up with his antics, she packs her bags and leaves. She heads somewhere with good memories, her family's summer lakeside rental at The Birches, and as part of her new start, adopts the name Sunny, what everyone called her before she married into a life of luxury.

In time, she meets The Birches maintenance man, Mike, who turns out to be her childhood crush. Sunny is understandably surprised, especially when it beco ...more

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May 12, 2013 Krista rated it it was amazing

I LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS BOOK!! I just want to say I have read Moonlight and Roses which is the prelude and this was JUST GREAT!!! The two books flow so good its like they don't even stop. This book will make you laugh cry and freak out!!! You feel the intensity of the moment right off the bat at the open of this book! You get a GREAT view of what a PIG Brad is and you feel the loneliness and sadness and betrayal that sunny feels as she walks around the house that was hers for years. When she gets ...more

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May 22, 2011 Lady Raven RAVE! rated it really liked it

This was a very good read for me, leaving a controlling marriage finding yourself and that person that got away, I think was good. Both characters were interesting to read, the performances and just the book on a whole was ok for me personally. I think Mike was yummy and I could fall for a guy like that. Depending on the type of books you like because people have different taste, I think you can give the book a try, it was a nice calming read and it took me on a journey on the ending of one rela ...more

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Dec 04, 2011 Renee rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: library

Sunny Days, Moonlit Nights is a very sweet romance that kept me reading ‘til I finished it. I got into the characters quickly and enjoyed the descriptions of their feelings as they handled the situations that came up. This is a story that many will enjoy if they like their Happily Ever Afters.

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Feb 28, 2012 Kellie Kamryn rated it really liked it

From the first page, Ms. Joachim pulled me into the story. I felt for Caroline/Sunny Davis as she tried to make a new life for herself as she rekindles a friendship with a childhood friend that turns into love. A well-paced book that made for an enjoyable afternoon of reading!

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Apr 03, 2013 Denise rated it really liked it

This was book two in series , I Was surprise
Which I love to hear about Sunny and Mickey ..
Really glad that the found love and happiness
this again was a very light read ..

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Nov 27, 2011 Lindsay Downs rated it it was amazing

A beautiful love story

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Dec 18, 2011 Mick C rated it really liked it

Shelves: own

Good, fast book. Liked the story line a lot. Just felt like some of the storyline could've referenced more modern time music, to make it a little more believable. Still loved it!! ...more

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May 06, 2011 Romancing the Book rated it liked it

Shelves: contemporary, romance

Reviewer: Valerie

Blurb: CAROLINE DAVIS WHITE IS A WELL-KNOWN artist married to a philandering multi-millionaire. She has everything any woman could want except love. Brad refuses to give her the divorce she so desperately wants. With no money, family, or friends, she flees to the small community in Catskill Mountains where she spent her summers as a child.

Mike Foster, Caroline’s childhood crush grown up, achieved success and made more money than he could ever have dreamed, but it destroyed his m Reviewer: Valerie

Blurb: CAROLINE DAVIS WHITE IS A WELL-KNOWN artist married to a philandering multi-millionaire. She has everything any woman could want except love. Brad refuses to give her the divorce she so desperately wants. With no money, family, or friends, she flees to the small community in Catskill Mountains where she spent her summers as a child.

Mike Foster, Caroline’s childhood crush grown up, achieved success and made more money than he could ever have dreamed, but it destroyed his marriage and cost him his son. He is wary of women who find his wallet more attractive than his good looks.

Caroline reconnects with the life she had and friends from long ago. Mike steps out of her teenage dreams into her life again, looking more handsome and tempting than ever. She knew who he was then…but who is he now?

Source: eBook from author

Review: When I read romance, I want to really know the characters, feel their pain and joy, travel with them, and when the story is done I want to feel satisfied that all the loose ends are tied up. Because of those expectations, short books are disappointing to me. I don’t feel that the characters get to really develop and grow if the story isn’t long enough...enter Sunny Days, Moonlit Nights. This book was a short, easy read that reminded me of some of the shorter books put out as series. In fact, the author mentions she liked the characters enough that she might write more about them in sequels. With all that said, let’s explore the story...
Caroline Davis (Sunny) has money, that’s not the problem. She’s gorgeous, and smart, and funny. Her main problem is that her husband has decided she needs companionship. Yes, SHE needs companionship in the form of another man. This shocking revelation leads her to have the strength to leave the sprawling mansion and grounds she doesn’t refer to as home. She packs up her clothes, her dog, her painting supplies, and leaves for the great unknown.

The great unknown turns out to be a summer cabin her she inherited that needs work. Enter older, smart, ultra-rich, hunky former childhood friend, Mike. While the sparks do indeed fly between these two, I found the story a bit predictable. Girl hides from rich hubby. Childhood flame is interested in her. She is morally torn.

Anyone who has had to leave a marriage with just the clothes on their back will relate to the feelings she has regarding being “free” even though she isn’t yet divorced and her joy in making small daily decisions on her own. Even though he’s rich, Mike doesn’t just sit around and he spends Friday nights singing and playing with his band. The scenes where they sing together was a nice change of pace as she plays cat-and-mouse with her soon-to-be ex-husband in the form of phone calls, lawyer calls, and hiding from private eyes.
As you read this story, you may find yourself more attracted to Mike as a character than Sunny, I know I did. I felt that he was pulled along on her roller coaster ride knowing she had something to tell him but didn’t realize what it was until he was a goner. I also liked the references and scenes with her dog and wished for more of them (avid dog lover here).

Quote: “I have to take care of myself, on my own for once, Mike. You can’t do it for me this
time.” she said, touching his shoulder then resting her palm on his chest. Page 105 ...more

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Jul 13, 2011 Laura Mcquillen rated it really liked it

This is a sweet and sensual story of a childhood crush rediscovered years later that blossoms into love. It was fun watching the relationship grow between Mike and Caroline (Sunny) so many years after not seeing each other. Naturally they both have memories from when they were younger. Mike had been a few years older than Sunny and had sort of adopted the older brother/protector attitude towards her at that time, never knowing that Sunny had a crush on him. It's interesting watching them both co This is a sweet and sensual story of a childhood crush rediscovered years later that blossoms into love. It was fun watching the relationship grow between Mike and Caroline (Sunny) so many years after not seeing each other. Naturally they both have memories from when they were younger. Mike had been a few years older than Sunny and had sort of adopted the older brother/protector attitude towards her at that time, never knowing that Sunny had a crush on him. It's interesting watching them both come to terms with who they were in the past, and their feelings for each other back then, and who they are now and their feelings for each other now. It is very realistically portrayed, giving the reader a chance to wonder, perhaps, what it would be like if they were to meet up with an old crush.

Initially, Sunny surprised me. She didn't strike me as the type to run from a situation, no matter how hopeless or intimidating. Once we get to know the character, though, you can see that it wasn't so much running away as it was coming to terms with where she has let her life lead her and the circumstances she has found herself in, as well as giving herself some breathing room to determine her course of action. In a manner of speaking, she needed time to lick her wounds and heal. The secondary character of the butler that first appears in the very beginning had an amusing attitude that had me chuckling. He had a job that he must keep, and duties that he must fulfill, but he didn't necessarily have to like it or his boss.

The author did an excellent job in describing the setting of a small resort town, as well as the feelings associated with the characters situations. The pacing was well done – nothing happening too quickly so as to not be believable, even with a shorter length novel. And you get invested in the characters relatively quickly. This was a well written story that I really enjoyed, about a woman finding herself again after being in a lousy relationship that should have jaded her on men and then finding the one that she should have been with all along. This book is available in e-book format as well as in paperback.

The author has some excerpts on her blog from a prequel to this novel as well as an excerpt from a sequel to this novel. She's been busy! Check out her website!
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Nov 21, 2011 Carly Wallace rated it it was amazing

hea y'all Anne here and I've just read Sunny Days & Moonlit Nights by Jean Joachim and as with her first book in the series I loved it. The story line is so sweet, but the second book brings a bit more of an edge to it with the main character Sunny having made drastic changes to her life she now is experiencing more that life has to offer. The men in the book are such a strong contrast of what men can truly be like. On one side you have rich, powerful, and ego driven the other side is sweet humb ...more

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Jun 14, 2011 Englishrose added it

With a good premise, this book started off slowly before picking up the pace a bit. The story, however, seemed a bit choppy and disconnected from developing true feelings. Perhaps I felt this way because I couldn't understand the motives behind Sunny's actions. Even Brad confused me at times. It just didn't seem like there were natural reactions. The community Sunny moves to is fun and filled with very good characters. Mickey is a wonderful character and I liked him a lot. He was kind and loving ...more

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Jul 09, 2016 Pamela rated it it was amazing

Jean gives you a sweet love story about love
That was start in the past gone threw bumps in life
Ans 20 years later it comes to a wonderful amazing
Life. Sunny and Mickey was in love but they couldn't
Express it she was to young. They move on with their
lives only to end up where they started. But they still had
issues they had to over come----- but love does conquer
All. Building new healing hearts and creating new beginnings ...more

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