This story really captured my attention and I had trouble setting the book down. I ended up reading it in one day!
I love that this is the first book in a new collection of stories set in Lagrasse, Georgia. I am excited to see what comes next for side characters from this book in future stories and that we will probably get to catch up with Heath, Ali, and Charlie in future books, as well.
Heath and Ali started out as almost enemies as they faced off against each other with a fence dispute and Heath’s learning that Ali was a beekeeper. Fortunately, these two were good communicators and were both genuinely nice and caring people who tried to work through things. They had some setbacks at times in the novel, though, when Heath allowed his fear of the bees to cause him to react badly or make statements tied to that fear without having all of the information.
Their friendship to more relationship was very sweet and it was fun to see these two have a chance at happiness together. Charlie and Heath built a good connection in the story, too. Heath was definitely a positive influence in Charlie’s life from the moment they met.
(5 stars)
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Facing his fear
Could give him the family he’s always wanted.
Returning to his hometown to clean up his late parents’ home, professor Heath Underwood has no intention of making his stay permanent. Especially when he discovers his neighbor is a beekeeper. But avoiding widow Ali Harding proves difficult when her eight-year-old son bonds with him and his dog. As Heath spends more time with them, his fear of bees—and heartbreak—could stand in the way of his happily-ever-after…
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Danielle Thorne writes happily-ever-afters set in the South for Harlequin Love Inspired. A graduate of BYU-Idaho, she also writes stories about Regency ladies, pirates, and not-so-distressed damsels from her home south of Atlanta. Free time is filled with documentaries, too much yard work, and not enough travel. When not writing wholesome romances, Danielle hangs out with friends or chases cats. She enjoys the outdoors and serving in her church and community. Danielle’s been married to the same fellow for thirty years, has four sons, four bonus daughters and two grandbabies. She loves them more than life.
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