The Wedding Party by Robyn Carr

The Wedding Party

by Robyn Carr

This is one of those books that has a number of

storylines all running simultaneously. Whenever I am

reading this kind of story, I usually find myself feeling

like I will never be able to keep it all straight. Every time

a new character, couple, situation, etc is introduced,

I worry that I will lose track of them. I often keep notes

on everyone as I go.

But then, it isn't long before the peoples faces start

forming in my head. The houses, towns, seasons, styles.....

They start coming alive in my head as I read. I no longer

need the notes. And then, all the relationships start making

sense. Slowly coming together.

When I first start these stories, I can't put the book

down because I might forget who that person is or where

they are or what's going on with this one or that one.
But once I begin seeing the connections, I can't put the

book down because I have to find out what happens

next and then next and next.....

Nobody does these stories better than Robyn Carr.

I can't begin to imagine where she gets all  these

 stories, characters, names, places......

The Wedding Party is a wonderful story. I can't even

think of listing the characters and storylines.

But I can assure you, it's a wonderful read.

Not one single perfect character. No one that you

will feel is getting the short end of the stick.
If you enjoy interesting characters and rooting

for love, you will love this one.

I bought my copy of The Wedding Party

from Amazon.
Review by Lisa Hutson



Who We Were Before by Leah Mercer

Who We Were Before

by Leah Mercer

 

This is my first time reading Leah Mercer.

While there is plenty of romance in this story,

I don't know if I would call it a romance.
Its really more of a life story. The life of

Zoe and Edward. The life of their relationship.

The life of their family. From the first minute

the two of them meet as she sits knitting

a pair of bright pink socks on a bench til

their return to that bench years later.

On their return, they now have memories

and stories. They each have so much to

learn about the other.

 

 

Even though they have been together for

years. There is so much they don't know

about each other.
Who We Were Before was written in a very

interesting way. Easy to keep up as their

lives unfold. Together.

Give it a try. It is well written. You may find

that you don't want to put it down.

 

I got the copy of Who We Were Before from

Amazon Kindle First Selections.
Review by Lisa Hutson



Review of AT FAIRFIELD ORCHARD by Emma Cane

At Fairfield Orchard by Emma Cane 

Isn’t the cover of this book gorgeous? It enticed me to request a copy of Emma Cane's new book. I have never read any of the author’s novels…but I am SO happy that I read this one!

At Fairfield Orchard is an enjoyable twist on the opposites attract story set in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Amy Fairfield has returned home to manage the family’s orchard for the next six months with Tyler, her twin brother. She’s quit a promising real estate career and put a bad relationship behind her to focus on her family and their business. Jonathan Gebhart is a professor who is researching Thomas Jefferson for an upcoming book. 

Even though Amy and Jonathan are total opposites; the passion between them sizzles off the pages when they meet. The attraction between this couple drew me into the story d kept me reading! Loved Jonathan and the author does a wonderful job with this hunky, caring, and nerdy hero. Amy and Jonathan become friends and their relationship develops during the course of this superbly paced novel. Both characters are attracted to each other but have work and personal issues to resolve. The conversations between Amy and Jonathan when they opened up to each other are well written and poignant. Both characters talk about their childhood, families and past relationships. Through Amy, the author provides an honest portrayal of alcoholism and its long term effects on family members.

I enjoyed reading this novel because the author blended Amy and Jonathan’s romance with the historical aspects of the novel. Amy’s grandfather and Jonathan spend time together talking about the farm’s history and Amy’s Grandmother joins the archaeology team as they search on the property. Ms. Caine does a fabulous job comparing Jonathan’s devotion to historical research with Amy’s goal of bringing the orchard into the 21st century while pleasing all of her family members. 

The conclusion of the novel was well written and perfect for this couple. I am happy that the historical research will continue into the second novel and the reader will be able to see if the changes that Amy and her brother made to the family’s business will enable the orchard to prosper. Loved the small town feel of this book, the sense of community, the neighbors, friends and family—and the heartfelt romance between Amy and Jonathan! Looking forward to the next book in this series! 

Reviewed by Susan Gorman 

A copy of the Book was provided by the publisher.