"Sea Rose Lane"

Irene Hannon

 Two people starting over . . . in a town known for second chances
After a devastating layoff, attorney Eric Nash heads back to Hope Harbor--only to discover that his childhood home is being transformed into a bed and breakfast. Instead of plotting his next career move in peace, he's constantly distracted by noise, chaos--and BJ Stevens, the attractive but prickly blonde architect who's invaded the house with her motley crew. As for BJ, her client's son might be handsome, but after a disastrous romance, dating isn't high on her agenda. Yet when they join forces for to help Hope Harbor seniors, might they also find healing, hope, and a new beginning themselves?

Come home to Hope Harbor--where hearts heal . . . and love blooms

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"Sea Rose Lane" is a sweet, charming read.  Where small town people and big as life problems collide, this book has it all.  You will be swept away by this darling little town of Hope Harbor, because the people are so delightful and genuine.  

At first, I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book, but I was proven wrong!  The characters are so vivid and easy to relate to.  I especially felt like I could relate to BJ, given her struggle with her weight and her love for the elderly.  For once the heroine didn't just naturally have a Barbie figure, she had to work at being trim, just like the rest of us do.  Most times in a book the girl has a perfect figure, perfect hair etc. and is unrealistic.  I'm glad that Irene Hannon made BJ real!  

Eric was a big sweetheart and a very understanding man.  While his personality isn't the norm for men these days, it should be.  I love how he reached out to Luis and tried his best to be the friend that Luis needed.  

Luis' story broke my heart.  What a devastating blow, but God wasn't done with him yet!  

Charlie was also a favorite!  I'm not a big seafood person. In fact, I don't like seafood at all, but the way Hannon wrote about those fish tacos, I was actually craving some!  Charlie's insight was uncanny!  Could he be an angel?  :)

Each and every character was unique and special.  By reading Sea Rose Lane, I feel as if I'm a part of this charming, little town.  

I highly recommend this book!  You will not be disappointed if you read this novel and if you don't, you'll be missing out!  It is book 2, but is also a stand alone novel.  I didn't read book 1 and was not confused one bit by starting with book 2.  

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I RECEIVED THIS COMPLIMENTARY BOOK FROM REVELL PUBLISHERS FOR REVIEW PURPOSES.

 

"Buried Secrets"

Irene Hannon

They both wanted quieter, safer lives.
But crime never sleeps . . .
and killers keep killing.
After years as a Chicago homicide detective, Lisa Grant is ready for the kinder, gentler life of a small-town police chief. But the discovery of a human skeleton by a construction crew at the edge of town taxes department resources. Enter ex-Navy SEAL Mac McGregor, the detective sent by the county to assist on the case. As they work to solve the mystery behind the unmarked grave, danger begins to shadow them. Someone doesn't want this dead person telling any tales--and will stop at nothing to make certain a life-shattering secret stays buried.  

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This was my first time reading Irene Hannon and I was not disappointed.  She knows how to right a good mystery.  

The chemistry between the two main characters was obvious from the start and they didn't try to hide it.  I like the fact that she didn't drag out the "I wonder if she's interested in me/I wonder if he's interested in me" scene.  They knew that they liked each other and didn't care to admit it.  My only complaint with this was the book seemed to focus more on their relationship than the actual murder case.

The villain of this story was pretty much insane.  She may have not been diagnosed as being crazy, but the way she kept going with her awful schemes pretty much confirms it.  

This is a great romantic-suspense book.  I'm looking forward to the next book.   

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I RECEIVED THIS COMPLIMENTARY BOOK FOR FREE FROM REVELL PUBLISHERS FOR REVIEW PURPOSES.

 

"Deceived"

Irene Hannon

Kate Marshall has spent the last 3 years putting her life back together after losing her husband and son in a boating accident.  But her world is suddenly turned upside down again, when she sees a boy in the mall that resembles her son so much that she is convinced he is her son.  When the police do not believe her story, she turns to a Private Investigation Firm for help.  

Connor Sullivan is the PI that is assigned to Kate Marshall's case.  At the beginning he has his doubts about the credibility of Kate's story.  As he starts to investigate, Connor finds more and more evidence to confirm Kate's suspicions.  

So if the boy is really Kate's son, then what exactly did happen on the boat 3 years ago?  

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I thoroughly enjoyed Irene Hannon's latest book.  She keeps your interest from beginning to end.  You will not want to put this book down.  If you love mystery, excitement, adventure with a hint of romance, then this is the book for you.

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I RECEIVED THIS COMPLIMENTARY BOOK FROM REVELL PUBLISHERS FOR REVIEW PURPOSES.

 

 "One Perfect Spring"

Irene Hannon

What started as a letter from an 11-year old girl trying to do something kind for her neighbor's birthday, ends up changing lives.   A workaholic businessman.  A single struggling mom.  A widowed businessman.  A university teacher who is also a cancer survivor and the little girls herself.

The workaholic businessman must deal with his painful past.

The struggling mom is trying to make a better life for her daughter.

A widowed successful businessman who  didn't have time for his wife when she was alive, but is very attentive to his lady friend.

The university professor, who is a cancer survivor, but is trying to reconcile her mistakes of her youth.

And Haley who is searching for answers of her own.

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I enjoyed this book.  It tells a story of hope, faith and not giving up.  Even though life doesn't always turn out right.  It is nice to read a book where things go right for a change.

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 I RECEIVED THIS COMPLIMENTARY BOOK FROM BAKER PUBLISHING FOR REVIEW PURPOSES.