Second time
around in reading this novel, this time as a hard copy in my hands, has gotten
even better than the rough draft version I had on my computer.
“A Wedding Transpires” is a sweet
story, mixed with a generous dose of romance, but also the perfect amount of
character angst and pinch of suspense. Mix that all up on a setting that seems
it must be larger than life and you have a novel that will lull you away in
sweet contentment for the hours you spend among the pages.
What I loved the most is the story
takes normal, everyday life and makes it perfect for the pages of a novel. A
right balance of pace and story, the kind that makes for a quick read, but
definitely a fulfilling one.
And just because I had the chance to
help the author in the early stages of the novel, does not make me bias. I love
to escape into such a novel. I don’t have to worry about broken plot pace,
characters that act of well…character. Or a story that fails to entertain me. I
can simply focus on finding a comfy, quiet place to read and settle in for a
few hundred pages.
A great addition to the new Barbour
destination collection, but also a sweet, quick read that will add pleasure to
a few hours of your day. I know it did to mine.
This review is my honest opinion.
Thanks to the author and publisher for my copy to review.
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More about the novel....
Join attorney Alanna Stone as she returns home despite her determination to never set foot on Mackinac Island again. Once again in close proximity to Jonathan Covington, her first love, she vows to protect her privacy and her heart from the man who still makes her pulse race. But when her worst fears are realized and history repeats itself—landing her in the midst of a murder investigation—Jonathan may be her only hope. Will they be able to lay aside the past and let God heal their hearts, or will reconciliation come too late?
I have this...I just haven't been able to get to it yet. Ugh! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat review!
It's the perfect beach read! Just don't wait until it's warm outside to take the novel. ;)
DeleteThis book is currently at the top of my TBR pile. :) Can't wait to read it. And I have a feeling it's going to have me wishing to visit Mackinac Island. :) Thanks for the review, Casey!
ReplyDeleteMade me wish to visit! She painted the scene so beautifully. More than idyllic, I think!
DeleteOooh, I have to get this! I collect all Mackinac Island stories as that is one of my top two favorite places on Earth. :)
ReplyDeleteThen you will DEFINITELY want to read this novel. It's a sweetheart!
DeleteI enjoyed your review, Casey. I've heard good things about this book. I love the setting Cara chose.
ReplyDeleteCara just writes a great well-rounded story. And it's in your "series". ;) Cara is awesome, writer, person. Love her.
DeleteThanks so much for the review, Casey. And for being a first reader. You are such a blessing to me. And Katy, I hope you love the book when you read it. You, too, Melissa. Keli, the setting is what made the book one I had to write. Leanne, Isn't Mackinac incredibly special?
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