SANDCASTLE INN – Irene Hannon

“Sandcastle Inn” by Irene Hannon is an inspiring story of restorative love with highly relatable, large-as-life characters, simply because they are flawed people like everyone else. The main characters, Vienna and Matt have their own unique problems. Can a joint project to revive Sandcastle Inn help to solve them? God works through all things in His own unique way as Matt and Vienna work jointly together to restore the struggling Inn. The Lord graciously allows their souls to be restored as they draw closer to Him, paving the way for them to root their relationship in Christ, with a firm and stable footing. I highly recommend this beautiful book!

Miriam Jacob

WINDSWEPT WAY – Irene Hannon

“Windswept Way” by Irene Hannon is an inspiring story of second chances and fresh new hope. Among the charming inhabitants of Hope Harbor is Ashley, a young lady who wants to use her inheritance to turn a gorgeous mansion on the coast into a wedding & event venue. It is a delightfully woven tale of love, second chances and faith. Elderly Rose, the mansion’s owner, is a recluse shut off from the world due to her husband’s misdeeds. Ashley, with a degree in historic preservation and architectural history, partners with Rose to transform the mansion into the perfect event venue. Ashley, recovering from a crushing betrayal, nurses a broken heart. Jonathan, who owns a landscaping business, partners with Ashley to restore the grounds, but hides himself from the world. Wounded in war, Jonathan carries terrible physical and emotional scars. For Ashley and Jonathan, this is perhaps a second chance at love. Jonathan is a kind, loving man who patiently understands everyone except himself. Ashley, on the other hand, bubbles with enthusiasm. This is an enjoyable contemporary Christian fiction novel that inspires all readers and devoted fans of Irene Hannon.

BLACKBERRY BEACH – Irene Hannon

In “Blackberry Beach” by Irene Hannon, Katherine Parker’s lifelong dream is within her horizon. On the verge of getting everything she ever dreamed of, happiness still eludes her. Desperately searching for answers, she comes to Hope Harbor, hoping to calm the storm mercilessly raging within her.

Katherine’s new neighbour, Zach Garrett has finally settled down, after a heartbreaking, traumatic loss. He does not want to get involved with anyone, let alone Katherine. However, when both of them are recruited to rehab a home for foster children, sparks ignite of their own accord. As their lives intersect, they discover that, with love, all things are possible. In Hope Harbor, hearts heal and love blooms in all its radiant beauty.

A heart-moving tale of loss and survival, with a lovely storyline and interesting plot, interspersed with faith, it focuses on how forgiving oneself is as equally important for healing as forgiveness from others. This is a complex, stirring tale by a master of the genre. Character-driven and extremely thought-provoking, I highly recommend it to all people who love a good satisfying read.

Miriam Jacob