Return To Glebe Point

Glebe Point Cay #3

by Patricia Paris

After leaving Glebe Point, Maryland over five years ago, Charlene Morrison has returned to the sleepy town she grew up in on Maryland's Chesapeake Bay, the one place she hopes she can start over, rebuild her shattered life, and escape the abusive relationship that almost destroyed her. Surrounded by a loving family, and the refuge of Glebe Point's small town comfort, Charlie opens a gourmet cupcake shop and begins to take charge of her life again. She has a plan, and after her last relationship there's no room in it for a man. But she didn't plan on Cooper Barone, the sexy real estate agent who owns the business next to her shop and makes her question her self-imposed celibacy. Cooper knew the first time he met Charlene she had baggage—secrets. Despite his attraction to the whiskey-eyed beauty, he thinks getting involved with her would be a mistake. Unfortunately, every time he sees her, he does something stupid—like kiss her—and sampling those honeyed lips only makes him want her more. As Charlie and Cooper begin to grow close, Charlie believes she's turned a corner and happiness may be within her grasp. But just when everything seems to be working in her favor, the past rears its ugly head and she must dig deep within herself for the strength to confront it head-on, or lose everything she loves most.

232 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 13, 2015

About the author

Patricia Paris is a bestselling, multi-award winning author of sweet, sexy, contemporary romances and romantic suspense.
She lives in the Chesapeake Bay area of Maryland with her husband, a lazy but lovable cat named Shiloh, and James Brown (aka, JB), the baddest, but also lovable, dog in town.
A true romantic at heart, Patricia believes everyone deserves a happy ending, and she strives to deliver that to her readers every time.

Reviews

[Perry Martin · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another enjoyable read from Patricia Paris

It's been a while since I last read a Patricia Paris novel and I must make sure I don't wait so long before picking up another of her always well-written, character-driven stories.

Patricia has a way of writing steamy sex scenes that are always tastefully erotic without being overly graphic, and the scenes in this book are no exception.

If you've looking for a good summer read (despite the fact that it's late-Autumn as I write this review) you can't go far wrong with this pleasant read.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

For fans of the Glebe Point series, this installment introduces us to another member of the Morrison family, Charlie, Justin and Blake’s cousin. Justin and Blake know that something happened to Charlie to bring her back other than a desire to return to their hometown. They just have no clue what it could be since they haven’t spoken to her in over three years. In spite of the mysterious circumstances surrounding her return, Blake and Justin do everything in their power to make her feel welcome and establish a life, even going so far as to getting her set up with her own cupcake shop.

Cooper can see Charlie’s baggage a mile away and desperately wants to continue his carefree, drama free life but something about her draws him like a moth to a flame. They get off to a rocky start but quickly agree that being ‘friends with benefits’ would be mutually beneficial. Slowly but surely, their little romance blossoms into a full blown love story for the ages neither of them were seeking but find they can’t live without.

Patricia Paris has once again delivered great characters with strength and resilience readers will be able to easily identify with.

[Sandra Lancaster · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed getting to return to Glebe Point and visit with the Morrison's. Patricia has a way of telling a story that pulls you into the book and takes you along for the ride. Charlie returns home and is welcomed with open arms by her cousins, Blake and Justin, and their wives, Delaney and Gab. I love the family dynamic in the story and how supportive they are of each other. Blake and Justin are just as swoon worthy and hilarious in this book as in the previous ones. Their overprotectiveness of Charlie makes for some great scenes. Charlie and Cooper's romance is heartwarming and flows at a good pace. My only complaint is that I wish there had been more backstory on Cooper. I didn't feel like I really got to know him like the other characters. Overall, it is a great addition to the series.

[InD'tale Magazine · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Return to Glebe Point” is one of those books to curl up and read in front of a warm fire or when sitting in the sunshine on vacation.

Read full review in the 2016 July/August issue of InD'tale Magazine.