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Butterfly Cove #2
Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove
A second chance by the sea?
When Kiki Jackson’s marriage falls to pieces, there’s only one place that she knows she can escape to – her sister’s little guesthouse in Butterfly Cove.
But she’s worried that turning up on bride-to-be Mia’s doorstep, especially with her two adorable children in tow, will spoil her sister’s imminent wedding plans!
Luckily, handsome neighbour Aaron Spenser offers to share his new cottage with Kiki until she’s back on her feet. And as the wedding draws closer, Kiki realises that Butterfly Cove may be offering her little family more than just a new home…
Maybe this is where her new life begins…?
When Kiki Jackson’s marriage falls to pieces, there’s only one place that she knows she can escape to – her sister’s little guesthouse in Butterfly Cove.
But she’s worried that turning up on bride-to-be Mia’s doorstep, especially with her two adorable children in tow, will spoil her sister’s imminent wedding plans!
Luckily, handsome neighbour Aaron Spenser offers to share his new cottage with Kiki until she’s back on her feet. And as the wedding draws closer, Kiki realises that Butterfly Cove may be offering her little family more than just a new home…
Maybe this is where her new life begins…?
384 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2017
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About the author
Sarah Bennett
29 books296 followersSarah Bennett has been reading for as long as she can remember. Raised in a family of bookworms, her love affair with books of all genres has culminated in the ultimate Happy Ever After – getting to write her own stories to share with others.
Born and raised in a military family, she is happily married to her own Officer (who is sometimes even A Gentleman). Home is wherever he lays his hat, and life has taught them both that the best family is the one you create from friends as well as relatives.
When not reading or writing, Sarah is a devotee of afternoon naps and sailing the high seas, but only on vessels large enough to accommodate a casino and a choice of restaurants.
You can connect with her via twitter @Sarahlou_writes or on Facebook www.facebook.com/SarahBennettAuthor
Sarah is the author of the Butterfly Cove, Lavender Bay and Bluebell Castle series for HQ Digital UK.
Born and raised in a military family, she is happily married to her own Officer (who is sometimes even A Gentleman). Home is wherever he lays his hat, and life has taught them both that the best family is the one you create from friends as well as relatives.
When not reading or writing, Sarah is a devotee of afternoon naps and sailing the high seas, but only on vessels large enough to accommodate a casino and a choice of restaurants.
You can connect with her via twitter @Sarahlou_writes or on Facebook www.facebook.com/SarahBennettAuthor
Sarah is the author of the Butterfly Cove, Lavender Bay and Bluebell Castle series for HQ Digital UK.
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June 27, 2017
4.5 - "Let Butterfly Cove work it's magic..." Stars!
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The second book in the Butterfly Cove series continues Mia and Daniels story, in that it mainly takes place around the planning and taking place of their wedding, but the story is in general told through Mia’s sister Kiki.
I found her intriguing in the original book, because as a woman with two children in an extremely unhappy marriage, I struggled with her lack of action in relation to doing the right thing by her kids.
Again the author gives you a character, well two actually because Aaron Spenser (the romantic interest in this one) is also an adult dealing with a lot of baggage, and takes the drama that their story demands and delivers it in a surprisingly low-angst story-line.
Soon the little mouse would roar…
I was pleased to see Kiki come to her senses quickly after her ‘turn-the-other-cheek’ attitude in the previous book to her husband’s assholery. Butterfly Cove and its residents are as restorative to her and her children as it was to Daniel and Mia in the first book.
"I just wanted one uncomplicated thing in my life, and I thought you were it."
This is a story that is what I would call low level romance, the feelings do grow and deepen between Kiki and Aaron, but the story is more focused on both of them dealing with their issues, Kiki in the form of her soon-to-be ex-husband, and her parental responsibilities, and Aaron with long simmering resentments to his step-mother.
"You’ll leave me… Everybody does."
Having read the first two books pretty much in succession, it’s safe to say that Sarah Bennett has stepped firmly into my auto-buy box, and I cannot wait for the next installment in the series Christmas at Butterfly Cove, if the little glimpses of what its likely to be about from this book are indicative enough its going to be another emotional read, with the added sparkle of Christmas thrown in for good measure!
"I hope Butterfly Cove can bring you as much joy as it has me."
ARC generously provided via Netgalley, and it was a pleasure to provide the above honest review.
Its LIVE!
Amazon UK – http://amzn.eu/3UVSmuY
B&N - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wedd...
The second book in the Butterfly Cove series continues Mia and Daniels story, in that it mainly takes place around the planning and taking place of their wedding, but the story is in general told through Mia’s sister Kiki.
I found her intriguing in the original book, because as a woman with two children in an extremely unhappy marriage, I struggled with her lack of action in relation to doing the right thing by her kids.
Again the author gives you a character, well two actually because Aaron Spenser (the romantic interest in this one) is also an adult dealing with a lot of baggage, and takes the drama that their story demands and delivers it in a surprisingly low-angst story-line.
Soon the little mouse would roar…
I was pleased to see Kiki come to her senses quickly after her ‘turn-the-other-cheek’ attitude in the previous book to her husband’s assholery. Butterfly Cove and its residents are as restorative to her and her children as it was to Daniel and Mia in the first book.
"I just wanted one uncomplicated thing in my life, and I thought you were it."
This is a story that is what I would call low level romance, the feelings do grow and deepen between Kiki and Aaron, but the story is more focused on both of them dealing with their issues, Kiki in the form of her soon-to-be ex-husband, and her parental responsibilities, and Aaron with long simmering resentments to his step-mother.
"You’ll leave me… Everybody does."
Having read the first two books pretty much in succession, it’s safe to say that Sarah Bennett has stepped firmly into my auto-buy box, and I cannot wait for the next installment in the series Christmas at Butterfly Cove, if the little glimpses of what its likely to be about from this book are indicative enough its going to be another emotional read, with the added sparkle of Christmas thrown in for good measure!
"I hope Butterfly Cove can bring you as much joy as it has me."
ARC generously provided via Netgalley, and it was a pleasure to provide the above honest review.
June 20, 2017
4.5 stars.
Sarah Bennett delivers a charming follow up to Sunrise at Butterfly Cove filled with hope and feeling. Ever since finishing Mia and Daniel's story I was dying to see what lay in store for Mia's sister, Kiki and Daniel's best friend, Aaron and the thankfully short wait was worth it as my love for Butterfly Cove and its residents is stronger than ever.
Sarah has a gift in taking what could quite easily be heavy subject matter, and making it the very opposite whilst maintaining sensitivity and emotional impact. And although the romantic aspect is almost secondary—perfectly fitting considering all Kiki and Aaron are experiencing—their blossoming friendship, fears, support for one another, his relationship with her kids and the overall continuing and developing story involving the residents of Butterly Cove, holds this story together beautifully.
"This might not be his family, but maybe he could pretend it was–just for a little while."
I adore all these characters, they're people I would love in my life and the only reason Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove didn't quite get 5-stars was as I felt Kiki's ex-husband got off a bit too lightly. This delightful series is one I highly recommend and with Mia and Kiki's younger sister returning to the fold, revealing her own secrets, I absolutely can't wait to see what gift Christmas at Butterfly Cove will bring.
Copy received courtesy of HQDigital for an honest and unbiased opinion.
Sarah Bennett delivers a charming follow up to Sunrise at Butterfly Cove filled with hope and feeling. Ever since finishing Mia and Daniel's story I was dying to see what lay in store for Mia's sister, Kiki and Daniel's best friend, Aaron and the thankfully short wait was worth it as my love for Butterfly Cove and its residents is stronger than ever.
Sarah has a gift in taking what could quite easily be heavy subject matter, and making it the very opposite whilst maintaining sensitivity and emotional impact. And although the romantic aspect is almost secondary—perfectly fitting considering all Kiki and Aaron are experiencing—their blossoming friendship, fears, support for one another, his relationship with her kids and the overall continuing and developing story involving the residents of Butterly Cove, holds this story together beautifully.
"This might not be his family, but maybe he could pretend it was–just for a little while."
I adore all these characters, they're people I would love in my life and the only reason Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove didn't quite get 5-stars was as I felt Kiki's ex-husband got off a bit too lightly. This delightful series is one I highly recommend and with Mia and Kiki's younger sister returning to the fold, revealing her own secrets, I absolutely can't wait to see what gift Christmas at Butterfly Cove will bring.
Copy received courtesy of HQDigital for an honest and unbiased opinion.
July 14, 2017
5☆ Beautifully Charming, Perfect Summer Read!
This is the second instalment following on from Summer at Butterfly Cove.
This book can be read as a standalone but to capture the real essence of Butterfly Cove it would be a good idea to read the first book.
This is a charming feel good book about love, new beginnings, friendship, a wedding, family.
The story is based on Mia and Daniel's wedding and the b&b they are building up togetger.
But Mia's Sister Kiki and Aaron are the main character's within the story as we learn about Kiki's cheating ex husband.
Kiki has had enough and finally gets the strength to leave her husband and sets off with her children to start a fresh new life. She heads off to her sisters b&b Butterfly Cove.
It's here where she meets the gorgeous Aaron. He is helping Mia and Daniel. He feels for Kiki and offers her to stay with him.
I really enjoyed watching Kiki and Aaron get to know each other and to see their relationship blossom.
Kiki's children were so brave. Children adapt alot quicker than adults, but they melted my heart at how grown up they was and seeing them grow was heart warming.
Overall this is a beautifully charming feel good read. With great characters and a wonderful storyline.
The perfect summer read.
A great read if you love Chick Lit, romance, weddings and are looking for a feel good easy to read summer book.
I received this book from the Publisher in exchange for a honest and fair review via Netgalley.
This is the second instalment following on from Summer at Butterfly Cove.
This book can be read as a standalone but to capture the real essence of Butterfly Cove it would be a good idea to read the first book.
This is a charming feel good book about love, new beginnings, friendship, a wedding, family.
The story is based on Mia and Daniel's wedding and the b&b they are building up togetger.
But Mia's Sister Kiki and Aaron are the main character's within the story as we learn about Kiki's cheating ex husband.
Kiki has had enough and finally gets the strength to leave her husband and sets off with her children to start a fresh new life. She heads off to her sisters b&b Butterfly Cove.
It's here where she meets the gorgeous Aaron. He is helping Mia and Daniel. He feels for Kiki and offers her to stay with him.
I really enjoyed watching Kiki and Aaron get to know each other and to see their relationship blossom.
Kiki's children were so brave. Children adapt alot quicker than adults, but they melted my heart at how grown up they was and seeing them grow was heart warming.
Overall this is a beautifully charming feel good read. With great characters and a wonderful storyline.
The perfect summer read.
A great read if you love Chick Lit, romance, weddings and are looking for a feel good easy to read summer book.
I received this book from the Publisher in exchange for a honest and fair review via Netgalley.
April 21, 2020
Book #12 for the O.W.L.s Readathon. ✔
Nothing spectacular but it was the comfort read that I needed.
Nothing spectacular but it was the comfort read that I needed.
August 9, 2017
I was really craving a lighthearted, fun read when I picked this book up and had a feeling this would hit the spot. I was totally right, it was sweet, charming and so romantic!
This is the second book in a series but can easily be read as a standalone. I didn’t have a chance to read the first book and Bennett filled in the blanks for me beautifully. Butterfly Cove is one of those magical, enchanting settings that make you wish you were there with the characters.
The characters themselves were all so lovely, some of them are related so there’s a great family bond and some are friends that are as close as family. Kiki is such a dear woman, I really felt for her, she’s had such a rough time in an awful marriage. But despite her struggles she’s an amazing mother and I loved the bond between her and her two adorable children. Aaron was the kindest, gentlest man, I just adored him. While they definitely had an instantaneous chemistry, there was no instant love, which always makes me happy and just makes things so much more realistic.
If you’re looking for a happy, feel good read with a gorgeous, quaint setting, this is it! There is another book in this delightful series (a Christmas one!!!) coming out in October so you have plenty of time to catch up.
This is the second book in a series but can easily be read as a standalone. I didn’t have a chance to read the first book and Bennett filled in the blanks for me beautifully. Butterfly Cove is one of those magical, enchanting settings that make you wish you were there with the characters.
The characters themselves were all so lovely, some of them are related so there’s a great family bond and some are friends that are as close as family. Kiki is such a dear woman, I really felt for her, she’s had such a rough time in an awful marriage. But despite her struggles she’s an amazing mother and I loved the bond between her and her two adorable children. Aaron was the kindest, gentlest man, I just adored him. While they definitely had an instantaneous chemistry, there was no instant love, which always makes me happy and just makes things so much more realistic.
If you’re looking for a happy, feel good read with a gorgeous, quaint setting, this is it! There is another book in this delightful series (a Christmas one!!!) coming out in October so you have plenty of time to catch up.
January 28, 2024
*Daring to Hope*
**4.5 Stars**
This is book 2 of 3 in the Butterfly Cove series. It is definitely worth reading this series in order as it is based on 3 sisters. There are references about them all and Mia the eldest from book one who started everything by moving to Butterfly Cove.
This instalment features Kiki Jackson the middle sister. Her marriage to the most atrocious man who bullied her and under the guise of the perfect man he wooed her and once drawn in she realised too late what he was like. His true intention was to get close to her father and eventually have his job. They have 2 children a son Matty and a daughter Charlie. The poor children walked on eggshells just as much as Kiki as he had really done a number on her making her feel worthless. She wants to leave him but drags her feet as much as Mia had encouraged her to leave she resisted until one day after happening upon incriminating emails and with him on a business trip she whisks herself to Butterfly Cove.
Her bravery takes a slight dip because she has not spoken to Mia ahead of time but a certain young man Aaron and best friend Daniel Mia’s intended took the plunge recently and brought a cottage offers her the use with the children.
Both Kiki and Aaron have broken spirits for different reasons. Kiki is dreading the repercussions when her ex husband to be returns home. Aaron has different issues.
The support that Kiki receives when she starts to work on herself and seeing how her children who crept around on eggshells come out of their shells and interact with Aaron is a thing of beauty. There is a scene where the children worry when Aaron has to go to London for a couple of days and he tenderly speaks to them it made me cry. There is a bit towards the end where Aaron has to make a speech well that broke my heart.
This book touched my heart, there were tears, drama plus lots of laughs all set in the beautiful setting of Butterfly Cove.
**4.5 Stars**
This is book 2 of 3 in the Butterfly Cove series. It is definitely worth reading this series in order as it is based on 3 sisters. There are references about them all and Mia the eldest from book one who started everything by moving to Butterfly Cove.
This instalment features Kiki Jackson the middle sister. Her marriage to the most atrocious man who bullied her and under the guise of the perfect man he wooed her and once drawn in she realised too late what he was like. His true intention was to get close to her father and eventually have his job. They have 2 children a son Matty and a daughter Charlie. The poor children walked on eggshells just as much as Kiki as he had really done a number on her making her feel worthless. She wants to leave him but drags her feet as much as Mia had encouraged her to leave she resisted until one day after happening upon incriminating emails and with him on a business trip she whisks herself to Butterfly Cove.
Her bravery takes a slight dip because she has not spoken to Mia ahead of time but a certain young man Aaron and best friend Daniel Mia’s intended took the plunge recently and brought a cottage offers her the use with the children.
Both Kiki and Aaron have broken spirits for different reasons. Kiki is dreading the repercussions when her ex husband to be returns home. Aaron has different issues.
The support that Kiki receives when she starts to work on herself and seeing how her children who crept around on eggshells come out of their shells and interact with Aaron is a thing of beauty. There is a scene where the children worry when Aaron has to go to London for a couple of days and he tenderly speaks to them it made me cry. There is a bit towards the end where Aaron has to make a speech well that broke my heart.
This book touched my heart, there were tears, drama plus lots of laughs all set in the beautiful setting of Butterfly Cove.
February 18, 2018
I loved the first book in this series, and I was hoping for something as enjoyable in the second book. I would like to state first of all that my opinion is not a reflection of the writer’s skill but a personal and profound dislike of the ‘forgiveness for past acts’ that too often seems to happen in novels.
October 20, 2018
After reading and loving the first book in the series, I immediately downloaded the second book and am delighted to say it's every bit as good as the first one.
It was great to be back at Butterfly Cove. Whilst it's still all the same characters, where as the first book focuses on Mia and Daniel, this one concentrates more on her sister Kiki and Aaron. It was great to catch up with Mia and Daniel again but I have to say I loved getting to know Kiki and Aaron better. Kiki's children are just adorable.
There's lots going off in the story with Mia's upcoming wedding and Kiki trying to get her life together after leaving her husband. It was wonderful to be part of their lives again and has made me want to sell up and get a nice little cottage in an idyllic setting for myself.
Wedding Bells At Butterfly Cove is fabulous follow on from the first book in the trilogy. Obviously it has left me desperate to now read the remaining one. A wonderful cosy and entertaining read.
It was great to be back at Butterfly Cove. Whilst it's still all the same characters, where as the first book focuses on Mia and Daniel, this one concentrates more on her sister Kiki and Aaron. It was great to catch up with Mia and Daniel again but I have to say I loved getting to know Kiki and Aaron better. Kiki's children are just adorable.
There's lots going off in the story with Mia's upcoming wedding and Kiki trying to get her life together after leaving her husband. It was wonderful to be part of their lives again and has made me want to sell up and get a nice little cottage in an idyllic setting for myself.
Wedding Bells At Butterfly Cove is fabulous follow on from the first book in the trilogy. Obviously it has left me desperate to now read the remaining one. A wonderful cosy and entertaining read.
August 17, 2017
This was worth far more than five stars. It was lovely to go back to butterfly cove and hear more about Mia and Daniel who are now getting ready for a wedding. Kiki who is Mia's sister decides that she needs to leave her husband as she learns he's having an affair. She turns up on her sisters doorstep but is worried it will be to much for her sister with planning a wedding so a neighbour takes her and the children in. Can she work through her issues and find happiness or not. A very heartwarming and touching story a much read.
August 11, 2017
Chapter 1 captured my attention, and had me really, really disliking Neil from the outset, while feeling sorry for Kiki. Chapter 2 reminded me quite quickly about the bones of the story from book 1 just by mentioning certain key things, which is always helpful in a series, to feel right at home in the next book as quickly as possible.
Although the continuation of Mia and Daniel’s story is present in this second book, the book is actually about Kiki, one of Mia’s sisters and Aaron, Daniel’s best friend. Kiki is taking the scariest step in her life and trying to escape a horrific marriage, and Aaron offers her a house to stay in not far from Butterfly Cove and her sister.
I was only a few chapters in when the thought struck me that this book had far more emotional depth in it than I was perhaps expecting, and it was made all the richer for it. Kiki has had a very tough time and Aaron is just what she needs, even if neither of them can see it for themselves.
Aaron is a man who takes in not just Kiki but her two children too, does everything he can to be the opposite of Neil, and to make them all feel welcome in his new home. There are some lovely sweet touches from him, some great gestures and Aaron also goes on a journey of self-discovery after a few home truths are pointed out to him.
This is the second story set in the gorgeous location of Butterfly Cove, and could be read as a standalone. However I am so glad that I have read both books in this series by talented author Sarah Bennett, whose writing seems to be going from strength to strength, and that’s just after two books.
I was simply unable to put down Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove for even a second, and read it, in one sitting. I lost track of time while reading it, as I was so absorbed, while feeling very pleased I was able to return to such a great cast of characters, in a setting where I felt even more welcome second time around.
Thank you to Netgalley and HQ Digital for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
July 23, 2017
Ever since I finished Sarah Bennett's début novel Sunrise at Butterfly Cove I have been impatiently waiting for the follow up Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove. Thankfully the wait was but a few short months. Even though this new story is the second in a planned trilogy it can easily be read as a standalone book. In the first book, I had totally fallen in love with the characters and setting so much so you believed they were real people.
Here in this new story in the initial few chapters, little snippets were effortlessly slipped in so the reader can understand what happened in book one. As well as bringing Mia and Daniel's story forward we now turn our attentions to the second sister Kiki. Now I have a sense as to where this series is going in the fact that each book will focus on a different sister and her problems, I felt I relaxed even more into this story. I enjoyed how Daniel and Mia still feature but weren't as prominent as before but they didn't need to be as the majority of their story had been told. Now was the time for Kiki to step into the spotlight and similar to Mia the time had come in her life where life altering decisions had to be made for if they weren't who knows what path the rest of her life would take.
Sunrise at Butterfly Cove was one of those books that just engulfed in you in a huge hug and made you feel all warm and good inside. I didn't get quite the same feeling from this book but I still enjoyed it nonetheless. Butterfly Cove comes across as such a magical and inspiring place. People arrive there not realising how much they need to heal or even just to admit to themselves that something is wrong in their personal life and it needs sorting asap. Sarah Bennett has such a way with words of describing the setting of the newly renovated main house now just about to open as a guest house that you wish you could book in for a stay. Daniel is busy working with Aaron and sometimes Luke converting the outdoor barns into a retreat for artists. Something which is close to his heart.
Everyone who is involved with Butterfly Cove all have a purpose in wanting it to be a success. Each character has been dealt a rough hand but through friendship, support and just kind words and advice they can get through anything. So when Kiki, Mia's sister, who we had briefly heard about in the first book reaches that point in her life when she finally realises no good can come of the situation she is in and she decides to leave her painful marriage, Butterfly Cove seems the obvious choice to go to come to terms with everything. Although relations with Mia have been strained a helping hand will always be extended.
Mia and her sisters seem to just go through so much in their personal lives and there is a sense that their upbringing and the more than strained relationship with their parents is a major factor in this. It goes to show that the way we are reared and the connections we have with our parents and family have a huge bearing on how we live as adults. Kiki has been in a loveless marriage to Neil for such a long time. She has two beautiful children Matty and Charlotte and that's what keeps her going. The children were such brilliant characters who offered such light relief when I felt things were getting that bit tense. They were the glue that held Mia together and as the story progressed they brought out a different side to Aaron and in a way helped him to come to terms with his own internal struggles.
Kiki was a character who I felt was just at that point where she wanted to give up. For years she had been belittled by Neil, both physically and emotionally, and it comes to a time where a choice has to be made. Do I continue the way things are with my children living in fear of upsetting their father over the simplest thing? Or does she have the strength to say I want out. I think Kiki was so entrenched in a daily life of dread and anguish that without a secret she happened upon she would have remained married to Neil and in doing so would have missed out on so much happiness. Neil was an absolute beast, a horrible character who ruled through his harsh words and his domineering, menacing attitude and I hoped he would be firmly put in his place.
I was cheering for Kiki as she finally took the plunge and left Neil and I knew that the residents of Butterfly Cove would welcome her with open arms and give her that strength and support she badly needed to put the past firmly behind her. It was good that everything wasn't all plain sailing for her as that wouldn't have been true to real life. I know this is a fiction book but the topic being covered is sadly an everyday occurrence so it was realistic to see that once the first step is made, there are many challenges still awaiting. Kiki to me seemed naive at first that things with Neil could change but it's only as the break is made that the reader slowly starts to see another side of her emerge. I couldn't say as with other characters in books that she became super strong. I felt there was that hesitancy there, that she didn't believe she was good enough or had the capabilities to bring her children up herself. She needed the encouraging words of Mia, Daniel, Aaron and the older couple Madeline and Richard to change and accept the new Kiki to see that she was a good person and had the willing and know how to embrace a new life.
Aaron was a character who had featured briefly in book one and we got to know him so much more here. Similar to Kiki I felt he was haunted by something and until he found some sort of resolution he couldn't move forward with his life. Aaron was a very selfless character. OK I believed his decision to give up his London life and just buy a house near Butterfly Cove was a rash one but the fact without even knowing Kiki and her children he gave them a space to live in whilst they figured their next move was just such an incredible thing to do. I felt both himself and Kiki were going through their own battles and I could see how I wanted things to develop but I understood the questions raised in the book. How soon is it acceptable to move on? Does it look wrong from the outside looking in? Both were so vulnerable and sometimes it takes others offering a different perspective to help us see the true path we need to take.
The more I read, the more I enjoyed seeing how all the strands of the story were developing as well as the imminent wedding preparations for a couple I had adored in the previous book. I had worried that nothing was happening regrading the title of the novel but thankfully it got plenty of mentions in the latter half of the book. Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove was a lovely easy read and although I preferred Mia and Daniel's story I will definitely be making a final visit to Butterfly Cove when Christmas at Butterfly Cove is published. I am very intrigued to discover how the final sister Nee's story unfolds as there was a huge surprise towards the end of this book.
Sarah Bennett has been a wonderful new author to discover this year and her Butterfly Cove books have certainly brightened up my day as I read them.
Here in this new story in the initial few chapters, little snippets were effortlessly slipped in so the reader can understand what happened in book one. As well as bringing Mia and Daniel's story forward we now turn our attentions to the second sister Kiki. Now I have a sense as to where this series is going in the fact that each book will focus on a different sister and her problems, I felt I relaxed even more into this story. I enjoyed how Daniel and Mia still feature but weren't as prominent as before but they didn't need to be as the majority of their story had been told. Now was the time for Kiki to step into the spotlight and similar to Mia the time had come in her life where life altering decisions had to be made for if they weren't who knows what path the rest of her life would take.
Sunrise at Butterfly Cove was one of those books that just engulfed in you in a huge hug and made you feel all warm and good inside. I didn't get quite the same feeling from this book but I still enjoyed it nonetheless. Butterfly Cove comes across as such a magical and inspiring place. People arrive there not realising how much they need to heal or even just to admit to themselves that something is wrong in their personal life and it needs sorting asap. Sarah Bennett has such a way with words of describing the setting of the newly renovated main house now just about to open as a guest house that you wish you could book in for a stay. Daniel is busy working with Aaron and sometimes Luke converting the outdoor barns into a retreat for artists. Something which is close to his heart.
Everyone who is involved with Butterfly Cove all have a purpose in wanting it to be a success. Each character has been dealt a rough hand but through friendship, support and just kind words and advice they can get through anything. So when Kiki, Mia's sister, who we had briefly heard about in the first book reaches that point in her life when she finally realises no good can come of the situation she is in and she decides to leave her painful marriage, Butterfly Cove seems the obvious choice to go to come to terms with everything. Although relations with Mia have been strained a helping hand will always be extended.
Mia and her sisters seem to just go through so much in their personal lives and there is a sense that their upbringing and the more than strained relationship with their parents is a major factor in this. It goes to show that the way we are reared and the connections we have with our parents and family have a huge bearing on how we live as adults. Kiki has been in a loveless marriage to Neil for such a long time. She has two beautiful children Matty and Charlotte and that's what keeps her going. The children were such brilliant characters who offered such light relief when I felt things were getting that bit tense. They were the glue that held Mia together and as the story progressed they brought out a different side to Aaron and in a way helped him to come to terms with his own internal struggles.
Kiki was a character who I felt was just at that point where she wanted to give up. For years she had been belittled by Neil, both physically and emotionally, and it comes to a time where a choice has to be made. Do I continue the way things are with my children living in fear of upsetting their father over the simplest thing? Or does she have the strength to say I want out. I think Kiki was so entrenched in a daily life of dread and anguish that without a secret she happened upon she would have remained married to Neil and in doing so would have missed out on so much happiness. Neil was an absolute beast, a horrible character who ruled through his harsh words and his domineering, menacing attitude and I hoped he would be firmly put in his place.
I was cheering for Kiki as she finally took the plunge and left Neil and I knew that the residents of Butterfly Cove would welcome her with open arms and give her that strength and support she badly needed to put the past firmly behind her. It was good that everything wasn't all plain sailing for her as that wouldn't have been true to real life. I know this is a fiction book but the topic being covered is sadly an everyday occurrence so it was realistic to see that once the first step is made, there are many challenges still awaiting. Kiki to me seemed naive at first that things with Neil could change but it's only as the break is made that the reader slowly starts to see another side of her emerge. I couldn't say as with other characters in books that she became super strong. I felt there was that hesitancy there, that she didn't believe she was good enough or had the capabilities to bring her children up herself. She needed the encouraging words of Mia, Daniel, Aaron and the older couple Madeline and Richard to change and accept the new Kiki to see that she was a good person and had the willing and know how to embrace a new life.
Aaron was a character who had featured briefly in book one and we got to know him so much more here. Similar to Kiki I felt he was haunted by something and until he found some sort of resolution he couldn't move forward with his life. Aaron was a very selfless character. OK I believed his decision to give up his London life and just buy a house near Butterfly Cove was a rash one but the fact without even knowing Kiki and her children he gave them a space to live in whilst they figured their next move was just such an incredible thing to do. I felt both himself and Kiki were going through their own battles and I could see how I wanted things to develop but I understood the questions raised in the book. How soon is it acceptable to move on? Does it look wrong from the outside looking in? Both were so vulnerable and sometimes it takes others offering a different perspective to help us see the true path we need to take.
The more I read, the more I enjoyed seeing how all the strands of the story were developing as well as the imminent wedding preparations for a couple I had adored in the previous book. I had worried that nothing was happening regrading the title of the novel but thankfully it got plenty of mentions in the latter half of the book. Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove was a lovely easy read and although I preferred Mia and Daniel's story I will definitely be making a final visit to Butterfly Cove when Christmas at Butterfly Cove is published. I am very intrigued to discover how the final sister Nee's story unfolds as there was a huge surprise towards the end of this book.
Sarah Bennett has been a wonderful new author to discover this year and her Butterfly Cove books have certainly brightened up my day as I read them.
August 20, 2017
Kiki is married to Neil and their marriage is anything but a fairytale. When she finds out what he's been up to behind her back Kiki decides that enough is enough. She's carefully planning her escape and waits until Neil is away for business. Kiki and her children go to her sister, Mia, who lives in Butterfly Cove. However, Kiki hasn't considered the fact that Mia doesn't have a room available for her and her children, but luckily one of Mia's best friends, Aaron, offers them a place to stay. Now that Kiki can finally breathe she needs to come to terms with everything that happened. Will Butterfly Cove be the safe haven she so desperately needs?
Kiki's husband treated Kiki like a doormat and he bullied Kiki and the children. Kiki has a tender heart and this made her an easy target. She always tries to see the good in people and has the need to please. I loved how she pulls herself together by eventually taking matters into her own hands. Kiki is stronger than she gives herself credit for and it was heartwarming to read about all the people who were there for her. I couldn't wait to find out if Butterfly Cove would be the place where Kiki and her kids could start a new life and find the happiness they deserve.
Aaron has been hurt in the past. His mother died when he was a child and his stepmother never fully accepted him. He always felt like he didn't matter. He has worked hard to be successful, but he never stood a chance when it came to finding unconditional love. Aaron is such a loving man. He took Kiki and her children in without even knowing them. Aaron loves to take care of people, but he's afraid to open his own heart. He still takes the chance though. Aaron is instantly taken by Kiki's beauty and he's very fond of her children. I loved it that Sarah Bennett takes the time to let Aaron and Kiki get to know each other. It made their story believable and sincere and it was amazing to feel so close to them as a reader.
Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove is an incredibly sweet love story. I loved the wonderful atmosphere of the book. All of the people in Butterfly Cove are welcoming and kind. It felt like a place where I would love to live myself. I fell in love with the beautiful cottages Sarah Bennett describes and the stunning surroundings greatly impressed me. I also loved how she deals with difficult topics in an emphatic way, while managing to keep the story positive at the same time. Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove is a delightful story with fascinating main characters, many interesting emotional layers and brilliant writing. This book is part of the Butterfly Cove series and I can't wait to find out what more Sarah Bennett has in store for her readers.
Kiki's husband treated Kiki like a doormat and he bullied Kiki and the children. Kiki has a tender heart and this made her an easy target. She always tries to see the good in people and has the need to please. I loved how she pulls herself together by eventually taking matters into her own hands. Kiki is stronger than she gives herself credit for and it was heartwarming to read about all the people who were there for her. I couldn't wait to find out if Butterfly Cove would be the place where Kiki and her kids could start a new life and find the happiness they deserve.
Aaron has been hurt in the past. His mother died when he was a child and his stepmother never fully accepted him. He always felt like he didn't matter. He has worked hard to be successful, but he never stood a chance when it came to finding unconditional love. Aaron is such a loving man. He took Kiki and her children in without even knowing them. Aaron loves to take care of people, but he's afraid to open his own heart. He still takes the chance though. Aaron is instantly taken by Kiki's beauty and he's very fond of her children. I loved it that Sarah Bennett takes the time to let Aaron and Kiki get to know each other. It made their story believable and sincere and it was amazing to feel so close to them as a reader.
Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove is an incredibly sweet love story. I loved the wonderful atmosphere of the book. All of the people in Butterfly Cove are welcoming and kind. It felt like a place where I would love to live myself. I fell in love with the beautiful cottages Sarah Bennett describes and the stunning surroundings greatly impressed me. I also loved how she deals with difficult topics in an emphatic way, while managing to keep the story positive at the same time. Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove is a delightful story with fascinating main characters, many interesting emotional layers and brilliant writing. This book is part of the Butterfly Cove series and I can't wait to find out what more Sarah Bennett has in store for her readers.
April 4, 2022
It's been a long time since I have read the first book in the Butterfly Cove series, so I struggled a little bit getting back into the story and the setting and to be honest I didn't remember much of the first book.
The story was ok but it didn't have anything that had me to completely hooked to the story and its characters. The characters were nice and I can't say I didn't like them but I also didn't have a big connection to the people and they remained pretty much distant to me.
I was also struggling with the story and I couldn't connect with anything here either. The setting was nice but unfortunately this wasn't enough for me.
The story was ok but it didn't have anything that had me to completely hooked to the story and its characters. The characters were nice and I can't say I didn't like them but I also didn't have a big connection to the people and they remained pretty much distant to me.
I was also struggling with the story and I couldn't connect with anything here either. The setting was nice but unfortunately this wasn't enough for me.
November 4, 2020
There was a great story there, but the author sadly didn't tell it. It felt like reading a teaser trailer
March 8, 2022
Absolutely loved this series of books.
August 8, 2017
I fell in love with Sunrise at Butterfly Cove which is book one in the Butterfly Cove series. It's a wonderful story and I highly recommend reading it! So when I saw Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove I have to admit to being a little nervous about whether I would enjoy it as much as book one. Well let's just say that I was worrying about nothing, which to be honest is what I usually do! It really is delightful story that drew me right in and straight into the characters world. I found it so easy to read and I felt completely relaxed throughout even though it is book two it's still easily read as a standalone.
When Kiki travelled to Butterfly Cove and they all met up I think I may have sighed and melted a little. Especially with how gentle Aaron is with the children, he really is practically perfect! There are plenty of these heart warming moments and this made the book extra special for me. It was sad to see Aaron with his insecurities because he is such a sweet, kind and helpful person. I couldn't help but feel for him with the way he was treated growing up. I loved Kiki's strength even if she may not have started out with much she manages to pull everything together taking a step in the right direction.
It was lovely to catch up with Daniel and Mia as I just loved their story from Sunrise at Butterfly Cove. It was also great to see how the renovations were coming along too. I really enjoyed the strong connections in this story whether it was family or just close friends all of the characters brought something to the story. The way everyone pulls together to help even if they aren't family is lovely to see. New beginnings is a strong theme throughout with both Aaron and Kiki deciding to take big steps to make their lives better. The story moves at a good pace and it has that truly comforting feeling you get from being wrapped up in a wonderful story.
A delightfully charming story that will brighten your day!
With thanks to Jenny at Neverland Blog Tours, HQ Digital & Netgalley for my copy. This is my honest and unbiased opinion.
When Kiki travelled to Butterfly Cove and they all met up I think I may have sighed and melted a little. Especially with how gentle Aaron is with the children, he really is practically perfect! There are plenty of these heart warming moments and this made the book extra special for me. It was sad to see Aaron with his insecurities because he is such a sweet, kind and helpful person. I couldn't help but feel for him with the way he was treated growing up. I loved Kiki's strength even if she may not have started out with much she manages to pull everything together taking a step in the right direction.
It was lovely to catch up with Daniel and Mia as I just loved their story from Sunrise at Butterfly Cove. It was also great to see how the renovations were coming along too. I really enjoyed the strong connections in this story whether it was family or just close friends all of the characters brought something to the story. The way everyone pulls together to help even if they aren't family is lovely to see. New beginnings is a strong theme throughout with both Aaron and Kiki deciding to take big steps to make their lives better. The story moves at a good pace and it has that truly comforting feeling you get from being wrapped up in a wonderful story.
A delightfully charming story that will brighten your day!
With thanks to Jenny at Neverland Blog Tours, HQ Digital & Netgalley for my copy. This is my honest and unbiased opinion.
February 1, 2019
Wedding Bells At Butterfly Cove by Sarah Bennett is the most delightful and heart-warming contemporary novel that will restore your heart in the goodness of people. Butterfly Cove is a place where the hurt can receive healing and love.
Sometimes life just deals blow after blow. No matter what we do it is never good enough. Our desire for approval in childhood may follow us into adulthood. “The wounded boy who lurked in his soul.” We need to deal with the root cause before we can heal.
Words spoken over us will define us if we are not careful. Continually hearing we are not good enough may mean we believe it. “He wondered how many other things were on the list of stuff she wasn’t very good at and who… had made her believe it.” We all need to guard our tongue. It is a powerful weapon wounding far deeper than we realise.
There is the hard theme of an abusive marriage. It breaks the reader’s heart to witness the words that rain down destroying lives and crushing souls. There is much fall out.
The theme of mothers runs throughout. Some are poor examples of parenting. Others would protect their children with their lives. We are never too old to not need our mother’s love.
Two darling children weave their way into both our hearts and the hearts of the characters. We long to reach out and wrap them in love.
The oppressive air of the city contrasts with the freedom of the sea air. The setting mirrors the lives of the characters. The warm atmosphere of Butterfly Cove is infectious as huge hearts throw open their homes to hurting strangers. Butterfly Cove is a place of healing and love.
I adore Sarah Bennett’s writings. She always leaves me smiling even though she deals with real life issues. There is a fun element with love and laughter along the way that mingles with the tears.
A wonderful, feel-good read.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
Sometimes life just deals blow after blow. No matter what we do it is never good enough. Our desire for approval in childhood may follow us into adulthood. “The wounded boy who lurked in his soul.” We need to deal with the root cause before we can heal.
Words spoken over us will define us if we are not careful. Continually hearing we are not good enough may mean we believe it. “He wondered how many other things were on the list of stuff she wasn’t very good at and who… had made her believe it.” We all need to guard our tongue. It is a powerful weapon wounding far deeper than we realise.
There is the hard theme of an abusive marriage. It breaks the reader’s heart to witness the words that rain down destroying lives and crushing souls. There is much fall out.
The theme of mothers runs throughout. Some are poor examples of parenting. Others would protect their children with their lives. We are never too old to not need our mother’s love.
Two darling children weave their way into both our hearts and the hearts of the characters. We long to reach out and wrap them in love.
The oppressive air of the city contrasts with the freedom of the sea air. The setting mirrors the lives of the characters. The warm atmosphere of Butterfly Cove is infectious as huge hearts throw open their homes to hurting strangers. Butterfly Cove is a place of healing and love.
I adore Sarah Bennett’s writings. She always leaves me smiling even though she deals with real life issues. There is a fun element with love and laughter along the way that mingles with the tears.
A wonderful, feel-good read.
I received this book for free. A favourable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.
August 10, 2017
Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove is the second book in a series, as often happens I get so many books to review and sometimes time does not allow me to read in sequence so I actually have the first book Sunrise at Butterfly Cove sitting on my Kindle still waiting to be read! Did it spoil my enjoyment going in second .. no not at all, there are characters who appeared previously but I soon realised who was who.
Kiki is married to Neil, he is a bully and the type you would like to slap .. so when Kiki discovers he has been cheating I was quite relieved. She scarpers to her sister in Butterfly Cove taking her two young children with her.
The beauty of the cove, the friendliness of the people and family is just what Kiki needs. It’s like a light begins to glow inside her as she finds her confidence and begins to blossom.
The guest house her sister runs is full so Kiki is taken under the wing of Aaron the neighbour, he is a gem and she realises there is more to life than being a down-trodden wife. As her sister Mia and Daniel are preparing for their wedding this forces Kiki and Aaron to inspect their own lives, deal with their issues and gain the strength to move on.
A story with lovable characters, written warmly so that we care what happens to them, it’s a journey of discovery with some romance along the way. Cute, cuddly and perfect as a beach read. I will go back and read the first one and I’m delighted to say I am already involved in the upcoming Christmas book promos .. so that is something to look forward to.
Thanks to Sarah, Jenny at Neverland, HQDigital and Netgalley for my copy which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
Kiki is married to Neil, he is a bully and the type you would like to slap .. so when Kiki discovers he has been cheating I was quite relieved. She scarpers to her sister in Butterfly Cove taking her two young children with her.
The beauty of the cove, the friendliness of the people and family is just what Kiki needs. It’s like a light begins to glow inside her as she finds her confidence and begins to blossom.
The guest house her sister runs is full so Kiki is taken under the wing of Aaron the neighbour, he is a gem and she realises there is more to life than being a down-trodden wife. As her sister Mia and Daniel are preparing for their wedding this forces Kiki and Aaron to inspect their own lives, deal with their issues and gain the strength to move on.
A story with lovable characters, written warmly so that we care what happens to them, it’s a journey of discovery with some romance along the way. Cute, cuddly and perfect as a beach read. I will go back and read the first one and I’m delighted to say I am already involved in the upcoming Christmas book promos .. so that is something to look forward to.
Thanks to Sarah, Jenny at Neverland, HQDigital and Netgalley for my copy which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
September 7, 2017
Kiki Jackson finally comes to the realization that her husband is just a jerk. He’s mentally abusive to her and her kids and on top of that, he’s cheating on her. Unfortunately, her marriage put a wedge between her and her sister, Mia. Mia has opened a guesthouse at Butterfly Cove and is getting ready to start a new life with Daniel. Kiki decides to take a chance and spend some time with her sister. Of course, there is the handsome neighbor, Aaron, who offers to take her and her kids in and becomes the father figure they never had. Can Kiki risk her heart again? Can Aaron get past his childhood demons and be the man she needs?
I have to say that I loved this book. These feel-good, sappy romances always make me happy. In addition, this publisher is obviously in England because the setting is always in the England countryside. I have to admit that it always takes me a chapter or so to realize they are talking about cities in England and not the U.S. What I loved about this story is the evolution of Kiki. She goes from being a psychologically battered woman to someone who can stand on her own and be the strong woman she needs to be for her and her family. In addition, it was nice to see how her relationships with her family members developed, changed, and became deeper based on their past experiences and the abilities to learn and get past them. I haven’t read the first book in this series, but I’m buying it this week. Can’t wait to see what I missed! I give this one a five out of five stars.
Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for providing me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I have to say that I loved this book. These feel-good, sappy romances always make me happy. In addition, this publisher is obviously in England because the setting is always in the England countryside. I have to admit that it always takes me a chapter or so to realize they are talking about cities in England and not the U.S. What I loved about this story is the evolution of Kiki. She goes from being a psychologically battered woman to someone who can stand on her own and be the strong woman she needs to be for her and her family. In addition, it was nice to see how her relationships with her family members developed, changed, and became deeper based on their past experiences and the abilities to learn and get past them. I haven’t read the first book in this series, but I’m buying it this week. Can’t wait to see what I missed! I give this one a five out of five stars.
Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for providing me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
August 8, 2017
The Blurb :
When Kiki Jackson’s marriage falls to pieces, there’s only one place that she knows she can escape to – her sister’s little guesthouse in Butterfly Cove.
But she’s worried that turning up on bride-to-be Mia’s doorstep, especially with her two adorable children in tow, will spoil her sister’s imminent wedding plans!
Luckily, handsome neighbour Aaron Spenser offers to share his new cottage with Kiki until she’s back on her feet. And as the wedding draws closer, Kiki realises that Butterfly Cove may be offering her little family more than just a new home…
Maybe this is where her new life begins…?
My Thoughts :
I have to be honest here and say I have the first book in this series Sunrise at Butterfly Cove but I have not read it yet. I didnt get the time to fit it in before I read this, and although this is a standalone, I think I'd of had the full effect of the story and charactors had I read it.
So back to Butterfly Cove and the wedding of Mia and Daniel. We focus in Kiki, who is Mia's sister and Aaron, Daniel's best friend who is helping out to get the B&B up and open.
We learn more about the lives and past of Kiki and Aaron and its great we see Kiki come out of her shell, and realises life goes on and you have to grab it with both hands. With her two children in tow life is not always easy. Aaron soon shows his commitment and love to towards the family and he is just one loveable charactor.
This is a well thought out story by Sarah Bennett, with a lot going on and a range of topics from Weddings, Friendships, Family, New Beginnings and Moving On. Ms Bennett covers them with empathy and honesty. I like how she just draws us into the story and makes us fall in love with the charactors. At times routing for them and hoping they make the right decisions and choices. Looking forward to book 3 but first back to read book 1.
April 15, 2022
After the first book in butterfly cove, I was excited to get to the second book in this series. Following Kiki, I was seriously rooting for this character after the snippets we heard of her during the first book. It didn’t disappoint!
I adored the relationship between Aaron and Kiki in this. He was so good with the kids and it was so heartwarming to read. It was amazing to see Kiki overcome all she was facing and in a situation I can scarcely even imagine. Props to her and I was all there for her growing into herself and learning to stand up for what she wanted. And the ending. Aw. Perfect.
This book also sees a wedding arrive at the Cove, with Mia tying the knot with her man. I also loved the little hint and set up to the next book, with the final sister and Luke bound to make some exciting reading. Definitely going to read the next one now!
I adored the relationship between Aaron and Kiki in this. He was so good with the kids and it was so heartwarming to read. It was amazing to see Kiki overcome all she was facing and in a situation I can scarcely even imagine. Props to her and I was all there for her growing into herself and learning to stand up for what she wanted. And the ending. Aw. Perfect.
This book also sees a wedding arrive at the Cove, with Mia tying the knot with her man. I also loved the little hint and set up to the next book, with the final sister and Luke bound to make some exciting reading. Definitely going to read the next one now!
June 2, 2019
I had no expectations when I picked this up to read – the cover looked so cute and the blurb had me interested. I knew I wanted something light-hearted, romantic and easy to read. This book didn’t disappoint.
I didn’t realise it was part of a series – I’ve not read the first Butterfly Cove book (I will rectify that though) but it didn’t really matter if I’m honest. This worked beautifully as a standalone too. I’ve discovered there is a third book so I’m looking forward to making sure I get fully caught up.
What a charming book this, the setting sounds delightful and the characters are a wonderful group of people. I do love a book that has a strong ‘community’ or ‘family’ set of characters and this didn’t disappoint. The only character I didn’t like was Neil and that was the intention – what a horrible man he was, I blooming cheered when main character Kiki gets as far away as possible!
I have to say Aaron sounds like my kind of leading man, what a caring and considerate man, I adored him and his relationship with Kiki’s children. I enjoyed seeing the friendship and relationship between these characters grow. I hope we see a bit of them in the third book as I would love to see how they are getting on.
This is a lovely, feel good book that I would happily recommend. Perfect for sitting in the garden and enjoying on a sunny afternoon!
I didn’t realise it was part of a series – I’ve not read the first Butterfly Cove book (I will rectify that though) but it didn’t really matter if I’m honest. This worked beautifully as a standalone too. I’ve discovered there is a third book so I’m looking forward to making sure I get fully caught up.
What a charming book this, the setting sounds delightful and the characters are a wonderful group of people. I do love a book that has a strong ‘community’ or ‘family’ set of characters and this didn’t disappoint. The only character I didn’t like was Neil and that was the intention – what a horrible man he was, I blooming cheered when main character Kiki gets as far away as possible!
I have to say Aaron sounds like my kind of leading man, what a caring and considerate man, I adored him and his relationship with Kiki’s children. I enjoyed seeing the friendship and relationship between these characters grow. I hope we see a bit of them in the third book as I would love to see how they are getting on.
This is a lovely, feel good book that I would happily recommend. Perfect for sitting in the garden and enjoying on a sunny afternoon!
January 21, 2022
This book was a misrepresentation. This book was supposed to be about Kiki's divorce and Aaron's mid-life crisis, but instead, we hear more about Mia and Daniel's dreams and goals. I did not read the first book in the series, but I know more about Mia and Daniel than I do know Kiki and Aaron. They seemed like side characters to their own story.
Since there wasn't much input for Kiki and Aaron's story, it seemed as if the author had to speed up their story and I got bored in the middle of the book. The only thing that brought excitement to this book was the situation between Kiki and her husband, but even that was easily handled and swept under the rug.
This book was simply boring, it had the potential to be good, but with how easily everything was resolved it turned bleh.
Since there wasn't much input for Kiki and Aaron's story, it seemed as if the author had to speed up their story and I got bored in the middle of the book. The only thing that brought excitement to this book was the situation between Kiki and her husband, but even that was easily handled and swept under the rug.
This book was simply boring, it had the potential to be good, but with how easily everything was resolved it turned bleh.
June 26, 2020
Not as enjoyable as the first one. Just my thoughts.
June 13, 2020
nice story but so predictable
July 2, 2017
I was thrilled to be able to go back and visit Butterfly Cove, I was so engrossed with the place, the characters of Mia and Daniel to be able to go back and see how everything is progressing is a delight.
Sometimes with a second book there can be a lot of rehashing of the first so anyone picking it up can feel that they are not missing anything by not having read the first. I am afraid to say you are. If you want to realise how Mia and Daniel got to where they are and the strength they clearly have in this book then you need to go and read the first.
Of course though, there are more people to get to know and this book is centred very much on Kiki, Mia's sister. She makes the momentous decision to change her life and leave her husband.
Taking her two children she arrives on Mia's doorstep at Butterfly Cove and she is struggling to see any worth in anything. Her life has not been easy even when she was a child and the decisions she has made as an adult have probably been the result of it. Her relationship with her sister is still rather fraught at times but perhaps now she has made one momentous decision the next few will be a lot easier to handle.
Aaron, let his friend Daniel down when he needed him the most, but has since been making up for that by helping Daniel with his latest project. Having seen the draw to a place such as Butterfly Cove he has settled himself down there and is reflecting on how he has never found where he belongs in life, especially when it seems others have been conspiring against him for some unknown reason. Aaron has a lot of love to give and it seems he cannot find the right person to give it to.
Can Kiki see her worth and can Aaron share his love?
Just like the first book there is a lot of depth to all the characters, fully formed and still with strong storylines this is not one of those books which you can skim read and still get the impact that the author is after. The book is totalling absorbing and kept me hooked. This author can and should be easily found with the likes of Carol Matthews and Katie Fforde. I cannot wait for the third book, so I can visit the healing place that has certainly become Butterfly Cove.
Sometimes with a second book there can be a lot of rehashing of the first so anyone picking it up can feel that they are not missing anything by not having read the first. I am afraid to say you are. If you want to realise how Mia and Daniel got to where they are and the strength they clearly have in this book then you need to go and read the first.
Of course though, there are more people to get to know and this book is centred very much on Kiki, Mia's sister. She makes the momentous decision to change her life and leave her husband.
Taking her two children she arrives on Mia's doorstep at Butterfly Cove and she is struggling to see any worth in anything. Her life has not been easy even when she was a child and the decisions she has made as an adult have probably been the result of it. Her relationship with her sister is still rather fraught at times but perhaps now she has made one momentous decision the next few will be a lot easier to handle.
Aaron, let his friend Daniel down when he needed him the most, but has since been making up for that by helping Daniel with his latest project. Having seen the draw to a place such as Butterfly Cove he has settled himself down there and is reflecting on how he has never found where he belongs in life, especially when it seems others have been conspiring against him for some unknown reason. Aaron has a lot of love to give and it seems he cannot find the right person to give it to.
Can Kiki see her worth and can Aaron share his love?
Just like the first book there is a lot of depth to all the characters, fully formed and still with strong storylines this is not one of those books which you can skim read and still get the impact that the author is after. The book is totalling absorbing and kept me hooked. This author can and should be easily found with the likes of Carol Matthews and Katie Fforde. I cannot wait for the third book, so I can visit the healing place that has certainly become Butterfly Cove.
July 4, 2017
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I initially started reading this book when I was looking for a feel good romance and it didn’t disappoint. It starts off with showing Kiki as a bit of a doormat to her husband who unfortunately is a horrible human being. After discovering her beloved husbands affair she snaps into action, divorces him, rather sneakily may I add, and moves her and her children down to her sister’s at Butterfly Cove. This is where Kiki begins to shine as she takes control of her own life and makes the best out of a bad situation. The children are with out a doubt adorable and it was great to see not only Kiki’s development as the book went on but also her children as they come to terms with being away from their waste of space father. Aaron himself is far to perfect for a character and while he did have his flaws I didn’t really feel as if we saw as much development for him as Kiki, but it didn’t necessarily detract from the story. The story was relatively straight forward with one or two side stories going on that set you up for the next book in the series. (This is actually the second book in the series which I didn’t realise going into it, but it works just fine as a standalone). There were not really any ‘surprises’ in the main story and though I expected the ending it didn’t get their exactly how I imagined. Either way a good beach read.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
I initially started reading this book when I was looking for a feel good romance and it didn’t disappoint. It starts off with showing Kiki as a bit of a doormat to her husband who unfortunately is a horrible human being. After discovering her beloved husbands affair she snaps into action, divorces him, rather sneakily may I add, and moves her and her children down to her sister’s at Butterfly Cove. This is where Kiki begins to shine as she takes control of her own life and makes the best out of a bad situation. The children are with out a doubt adorable and it was great to see not only Kiki’s development as the book went on but also her children as they come to terms with being away from their waste of space father. Aaron himself is far to perfect for a character and while he did have his flaws I didn’t really feel as if we saw as much development for him as Kiki, but it didn’t necessarily detract from the story. The story was relatively straight forward with one or two side stories going on that set you up for the next book in the series. (This is actually the second book in the series which I didn’t realise going into it, but it works just fine as a standalone). There were not really any ‘surprises’ in the main story and though I expected the ending it didn’t get their exactly how I imagined. Either way a good beach read.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.
May 23, 2017
Four and a half feel good stars!
Full and frank disclosure, I thought this was the second book in another series about an English widow which I also read fairly recently. But actually I preferred this series anyway!
To recap, Mia's husband Jamie died in a car accident and she bought a huge dilapidated house in the South of England on a whim. Daníel was a young photographer who started to believe his own hype and the sycophantic hangers on until he had a rude awakening and escaped on a random train into the country. They fell in love and are restoring the house to turn it into a B&B with ancillary artist studios.
Mia's sister Kiki is married with two small children. Her husband Neil is a nasty piece of work and when she discovers he is sending sexy emails to another woman she decides to leave him and go to stay with Mia. When she calls Mia, Daniel's best friend Aaron answers the phone and offers to let her and the children share his four bedroom cottage whilst the B&B is full.
This was such a lovely feel good novel. Aaron has a bit of a knight in shining armour complex and is always helping damsels in distress. But he is sick of helping them and watching them leave him once they are fixed/ better and doesn't want Kiki to do the same, especially since they are so closely connected.
Mia has had her confidence completely destroyed by first her alcoholic mother and then her husband. She believes she is clumsy and stupid and incapable of looking after herself.
As Mia and Daníel prepare to open the B&B can Aaron and Kiki get over their fears?
Loved this, loved Aaron, loved Kiki's adorable children, loved seeing Mia and Daníel once more. Can't wait for the next book.
Recommended if you like small town romances featuring an accountant who wants a home and family of his own and a mother of two who needs a man she can rely upon. All set in an idyllic cove that you just want to visit.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
Full and frank disclosure, I thought this was the second book in another series about an English widow which I also read fairly recently. But actually I preferred this series anyway!
To recap, Mia's husband Jamie died in a car accident and she bought a huge dilapidated house in the South of England on a whim. Daníel was a young photographer who started to believe his own hype and the sycophantic hangers on until he had a rude awakening and escaped on a random train into the country. They fell in love and are restoring the house to turn it into a B&B with ancillary artist studios.
Mia's sister Kiki is married with two small children. Her husband Neil is a nasty piece of work and when she discovers he is sending sexy emails to another woman she decides to leave him and go to stay with Mia. When she calls Mia, Daniel's best friend Aaron answers the phone and offers to let her and the children share his four bedroom cottage whilst the B&B is full.
This was such a lovely feel good novel. Aaron has a bit of a knight in shining armour complex and is always helping damsels in distress. But he is sick of helping them and watching them leave him once they are fixed/ better and doesn't want Kiki to do the same, especially since they are so closely connected.
Mia has had her confidence completely destroyed by first her alcoholic mother and then her husband. She believes she is clumsy and stupid and incapable of looking after herself.
As Mia and Daníel prepare to open the B&B can Aaron and Kiki get over their fears?
Loved this, loved Aaron, loved Kiki's adorable children, loved seeing Mia and Daníel once more. Can't wait for the next book.
Recommended if you like small town romances featuring an accountant who wants a home and family of his own and a mother of two who needs a man she can rely upon. All set in an idyllic cove that you just want to visit.
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.
May 24, 2017
Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove by Sarah Bennett is a delightful and engaging read. I was impressed with the writer's talent. I laughed so hard and felt sympathy for the main charcater, Kiki. Kiki is a fictional charcater but one that readers like myself can relate to...I never went through some of the things Kiki did but I totally understood the family and relationship issues. Sarah Bennett created a hilarious, sweet, but believable tale. Her plot holds a lot. A divorce in the works, a lying slash cheating husband, kids who were sad, and a broken family. Plus, broken hearts that needed healing. Kiki' children are the sweetest. My heart instantly melted for them. Then, with her bravery of leaving the abusive relationship behind, I applauded her. She went from being abused to being independent and strong. The transformation was slow but beautiful. Then, there was the handsome stranger working for Kiki's sister, Aaron. Aaron, instantly let Kiki and her kids live in his cottage. He never met them yet what he did won me over...a blossoming romance on the horizon, a meddling older sweet woman, and a family that might just get mended. Wedding Bells at Butterfly Cove has it all. It was an emotional journey I'll never forget. Overall, I highly recommend Sarah Bennett's novel to all.
I got this copy from Net Galley. This, is my honest review.
I got this copy from Net Galley. This, is my honest review.
June 28, 2017
I loved the first book in the Butterfly Cove series and was keen to read the second instalment.
Kiki finally decides to split from her husband and takes her children to her sisters bed and breakfast in Butterfly Cove. Aaron next door offers to let them share his house and they soon settle into a lovely daily routine.
Mia and Daniel's wedding plans are taking pace and something to look forward to.
I love Sarah Bennetts characters- you quickly fall in love with them and will them to make the right decisions. The setting is so beautiful aswell. You can imagine living near them and getting to know everyone really well. I am now really looking forward to the next book in the series.
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