Second Chances

by Grace Augustine, LM Noren (Editor)

Tucker Endicott married the beautiful Natalie Bronwyn, an aspiring Olympic skier. Complications drove Natalie and Tucker apart. Twenty-five years later, Tucker was still haunted by the beautiful woman who'd captured his heart. After his beloved Poppy Joe passed, Tucker moved to his hometown, renovated a house with the help of his best friend, and was a partner in the most prestigious architectural firm in the Pacific Northwest. Sabrina Endicott, Tucker's daughter, is a self-made woman. Her mother walked out on her when she was a baby and the last time she remembered seeing her was when she was four years old. Sabrina grew up with the love of her father and his friends. She made a mistake in high school that resulted in a pregnancy her senior year. She gave birth to a beautiful little girl, graduated school, and continued her part-time job at Carlson Printing Company—eventually moving up the ladder. One midnight phone call from a client, the dashing entrepreneur, Blair Dawson, requesting a change in their manual print specifications had Sabrina’s heart beating faster for the first time in a long while. Nothing was easy for the Endicott's but they forged ahead. Will Tucker let go of the past and open his heart to love? Will Sabrina put her skeletons to rest, forgive those she's hated, and make room for a future filled with happiness?

186 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 14, 2018

Reviews

[Gina · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a touching Christmas romance, perfect for a Hallmark Channel holiday feature. Tucker and his daughter, Sabrina, have both been burned by love in the past. But when a work client of the firm Sabrina works for, Blair Dawson, blows into town with his mother and sister for the Christmas season, all bets are off for these two love-scarred individuals. What I love about Ms. Augustine's work is that no character is without flaws. They carry baggage from past relationships, their own biases, and just plain stubbornness. Sabrina and Tucker are no exception.
The story, however, does have a few stumbles. Timelines are an issue. The age of the characters also seems to change. My editor brain often focuses on such errors. Other readers may not care. There's also a missed opportunity for added conflict when Sabrina's daughter seems fascinated by her famous skiing grandma and wants to learn to ski. Since the lack of relationship with her mother due to the competitive skiing is such a big part of Sabrina's conflict, I would have liked to see this explored more thoroughly and not dismissed so easily.
None of my issues detracted from the sweet concept of the story. All in all, this is a delightful read that I'm sure fans of sweet Christmas romance will enjoy immensely.

[Jennifer Daniels · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful

Second Chances is the sweetest story. How a father and daughter finally find love after many years of never opening their hearts for fear of it being broken again. This book was so refreshing. It was sweet, kind and such a beautiful love story. Reading this was just like watching a Hallmark movie! Wonderful job!!!

[Dawn Sullivan · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a wonderful story! I loved how it wasn't just about Blair and Sabrina, but that Sabrina's father found happiness as well. I was looking for a sweet holiday romance, and found it in Second Chances.

[C · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book about second chances. It has a very deep emotional draw to it. The characters have very unique personalities that shine through in each scene. You'll fall in love with Noelle. Read during the Corona Virus Pandemic of 2020.

[Fliss Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a lovely book written by an amazing lady. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment. This book is a heartwarming book. If you are looking for something to make you feel happy this book is it.

[Angelique Migliore · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Second Chances” is a sweet multi-cast Holiday Romance. Redemption and forgiveness abound in this lovely story. Tucker and his daughter Sabrina both learn to love and trust again. Come along this ride in the snow and up the mountains. Open your hearts as these lovely characters open theirs. I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.