Cocoa Beach Sunrise

The Sweeney House Series #4

by Cecelia Scott

Adventure, romance, and laughter continue for the Sweeney family of Cocoa Beach. As Sam and Erica take off on a quest to find a long lost member of the family, Taylor struggles with some surprising new developments in her love life. The clan guides their dear friend Annie through some muddy waters of her own, and John and Imani start to wonder if the marriage they once cherished and adored can ever be repaired.

As always, the Sweeneys are ready to face it all with constant love and support for one another, but will new challenges and an unexpected addition to the family threaten to shatter their bond?

The Sweeney House Series

The Sweeney House is a landmark inn on the shores of Cocoa Beach, built and owned by the same family for decades. After the unexpected passing of their beloved patriarch, Jay, this family must come together like never before. They may have lost their leader, but the Sweeneys are made of strong stuff. Together on the island paradise where they grew up, this family meets every challenge with hope, humor, and heart, bathed in sunshine and the unconditional love they learned from their father.

Cocoa Beach Cottage - book 1
Cocoa Beach Boardwalk - book 2
Cocoa Beach Reunion - book 3
Cocoa Beach Sunrise - book 4
Cocoa Beach Bakery - book 5
Cocoa Beach Cabana - book 6
Cocoa Beach Bride - book 7

Genres: Fiction, Romance, Contemporary

259 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 6, 2023

Reviews

[Linda Langford · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great family and beach setting story! It pulls at your heartstrings.

[B · Rating 1 out of 5]

Are we still in the 1950's?

The first 3 books were great, but this one is a stinker. After 15 years of being a stay-at-home wife and mom, a woman is made to feel guilty for wanting to take 3 months for a once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity. Can her husband support her and encourage her? No, he sulks like a spoiled child. He needs to step up to the plate and have the opportunity to realize what all she has been doing for the last 15 years. (Try googling the definition of emotional labor.) It totally sinks to the bottom when he is made to look like a saint by saying he forgives her. Not much of a man if the only way he can be happy is for his wife to continue to be there to meet his every little need. Hire a housekeeper already. Fly out and surprise your wife for a weekend. Is he not capable of seeing his wife as an actual person? Haven't decided if I'll try another book in this series after this mess.

[Julie Booklover · Rating 4 out of 5]

Family decisions and dreams are the themes for book four in the series. Secrets are revealed, terrible first dates, mistakes forgiven, and the confusion of young love. But in the end, it is all about family at Sweeney House, and all are welcome. I am looking forward to the next book, the new developments at the end are exciting.

Thank you to Booksprout and the Author for the advanced copy; this is my voluntary review.

[Wendy · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5⭐️

[Fleur · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved seeing everyone again, there are rocky romances, new adventures. secretly searching for answers as well as stronger bonds being formed and some new characters including one with a big secret. Get ready for surprises, to laugh and cry not just with sadness, but happiness and celebration as well as get frustrated with decisions made. I can not wait until the next book is out to see what new challenges, successes and new bonds are formed.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[SatoriZen · Rating 2 out of 5]

I adore Cecelia Scott’s Rosemary Beach series so I went back to this one, despite having stopped because I hated the John/Imani plot so much. I skimmed the Imani chapters to avoid the absurd plot that labels Imani a bad mother for wanting to spend 3 months away from her family for the career opportunity of a lifetime, and John as a saint for sulking and being emotionally manipulative throughout. And then Imani apologizes and begs his forgiveness! The cringe factor is off the charts. I love all the other characters and plot lines so I’ve decided to tough it out, especially since there’s a connection between the later books in this series and Rosemary Beach.

[KL Cassanello · Rating 5 out of 5]

And a few secrets too. Including a big family secret that's revealed at the very beginning of this book. Imani - regretting her decision to leave for work... Taylor - still hung up on Kai, yet attracted to her new buddy, Andre... Annie - the honorary Sweeney sister is feeling like something is missing in her life... And Julie and Sam - nosing around in their father's past. I loved this book as much as the earlier ones. It's well written, with interesting characters and an engaging story line. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Robin · Rating 5 out of 5]

You remember the saying… “oh what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive?”, well this really fits into this book.

The sisters discover a secret, and it kind of blows up in their faces. Tay is caught in an emotional dilemma between Kai and Andre. Dottie once again has her heart broken. I really am invested in this Sweeney family. I am enjoying the real life ups and downs of a large extended group. It’s not all happy and joyful. It shows choices and consequences are not always linear.

Book 5 I’m coming for you.

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another fabulous book in the Sweeney House Series! I love spending time with this family.
This story takes a turn I never thought would happen. The family secret that is revealed makes for an excellent story line.
The family dynamics of this family is so strong that it is felt in every word.
The author knows how to write a story that makes me want to grab the next book in this series.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[PJ Baker · Rating 3 out of 5]

Editing!

Better editing please. Love the story but too much redundancy. People in general don’t all throw back their head and laugh. They don’t wiggle their eyebrows, or pinch the bridge of their nose. Just needs better editing to be great books. I do love the stories and will continue to read this author. I just needed to state my opinion on what might make the books better.

[Lynne Spreen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series because it features people of all ages. Issues in midlife take center stage as a surprise half-sister surfaces, and a formerly SAHM leaves her family (temporarily?) to answer the siren's call of career greatness and fame. Will the Sweeneys be able to handle these upsetting dynamics?

I am very much enjoying this series. It's well-written and cleanly edited. The tone is uplifting. Good job, CS.

[Leanne · Rating 2 out of 5]

secret?

I don’t usually write a review in the middle of a series but…
This installment needed a hook to introduce new characters to the story, okay. And the hook was an old secret… If something or someone is seriously to be a secret you don’t leave clues around, no matter how well they are thought to be hidden.
Sorry…Not a fan of this order of events.
But I want more of Annie’s story so I’m sticking around at least one more time.

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the fourth book I've read written by Cecelia Scott; I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is the fourth book in the Sweeney House Series; it can be read as a stand-alone book but would be best if read in order.

I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jacqueline Johnston Cotton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read in the Sweeny House series. We've been drawn in from page one, book one and I have enjoyed all the twists and turns, interesting characters and wonderful setting of this series. Looking forward to the next book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Connie G. Lyke · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like the family of characters in Cecelia Scotts Series

I liked the easy way this book reads. I like following each character as it develops through the book and into the next one. I read for enjoyment and to learn about places and events. The author gives us a good feeling for the small town aspect of Coco Beach and one of its oldest families. An easy and enjoyable read.

[Martha MacIntosh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Better and better

This series was a slow burn to start, but once the fire caught, it took off like a rocket. The family dynamics are convoluted and are getting more compelling with each book. There are lots of plot twists to keep things interesting and I'm really enjoying getting to know the Sweeney family.

[Carrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

more reasons to keep reading

I just looked to see if the last two books were published yet. I did not want to be left hanging waiting for the next book(s). This is fresh and I have not been able to let this series rest for more than my work day! When you think you know what is gonna happen, keep reading. Not predictable!

[Karen Butler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just finished Cocoa Beach Sunrise. Wow! I am still in shock at all that has happened in this book. So much family emotions. I would love to tell it all, but that isn't fair to those who haven't read the book. All I can say is that this is one amazing book. It is a MUST read book. Cecelia Scott, this book was fantastic!

[Kristen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great series! If you’re a fan of heartwarming stories with plenty of family drama, love, and an emotional roller coaster, be sure and grab this series! Read the books in order - it’s a more complete story! This book, as the previous three, is full of surprises and is a delightful and entertaining read!

[Betty Keeton · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not as good as previous books

Didn't like the addition of the Lori story line. The family stories already in place not
developed. Not interested in reading any more books in the series.

[D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great story with adventure and mystery. I got lost in the story and felt like I was right there with the characters. A great story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Debbie Culligan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heart Warming

This is book #4. Each book is better than the last. I love the way you incorporate each character to grab me. Sometimes, it feels so real. You cry, and you laugh and dream as if you are part of their family. Excellent

[Marilyn Mccloud · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweeney family

I want to be a part of this family!!! They are what a family should be, loving and supportive. People to love and have fun with. The
location is great. I think these books are ones to read. I hope there will be more of them.

[Rose Grabowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 4 was another great addition to the Sweeney house series. A secret pops up that I never saw coming, a marriage is in crisis, and a relationship takes a complicated turn. This has been a engrossing series that I recommend.

[Debbie Odachowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Getting better !

I had a harder time with the last book. This one was so much better for me. There are so many working parts and new and old characters to enjoy or question. Can't wait to see what happens in the next book . Enjoy!

[Barb · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great series. Sweeney family of Cocoa Beach. As Sam and Erica take off on a quest to find a long lost member of the family, Taylor struggles with some surprising new developments in her love life. On to next one. What does Taylor do, Kia or Andre.

[Jill Hyde · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love this Series

I absolutely am loving this series and this family! It’s great to follow along with everyone’s journey. I have laughed and cried with each book and each heartbreak and joy.

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cocoa Beach Sunrise

This was another great book by this author. Taylor is trying to figure out which guy is for her. Sam and Julie pursue a relationship from the past. John and his wife have things to work out.

[Deborah Graham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow!

I was so not ready for this book to end!!! I am so invested in this family. Yes I know it's fiction but the books are so well written and the characters are so well developed. On to book 4!!!

[Judy Pannell-Gill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cocoa Beach Sunrise book 4

Well, another great book, it'll make you laugh, it'll make cry, it'll make ^ÿ66666^ý & then again it will make you want the book to never end!!! I loved everything about this book series!!