The Sandycove Knitting Circle by Sian O'Gorman

 

An adorably wonderful story that takes place in a delightful Irish town on the Irish SEa. Kerryanne left Boston, her work, and her supposed fiance in a rapid departure to work out things in her life. She travelled to Sandycove, a place she had been to but never stayed. The death of her best friend plus exaggerated stipulations to marriage from her fiance has caused her to question everything. Sandycove proves to be just what she needs-new friends, a business proposition, and a chance at real love.

Help Wanted, Cowboy by Nan Reinhardt

 

Cowboy Rory and nurse Millie are perfect for each other but all she wants is a favor-one night with him to free herself from her virginity. Rory is a gentleman and seeks more than one night. Amid a family mystery and lore about a silver mine and an heirloom necklace, they begin to bond. Will Millie be willing to consider more or is her mind set? A sweet and engaging romance.

Some People by Parini Shroff

 

This is an absolutely fabulous novel. The complicated relationship of a mother-in-law and her son-in-law undergo a journey through tremendous changes in understanding and in relating to each other when he is tasked with caring for her after a bad fall. Their preconceived and biased notions are examined under intense scrutiny during the eight days together. Some very humorous exchanges ensue.

Her Cowboy Dilemma by CJ Carmichael

 

Cassidy has returned home upon completion of college and is hoping for a job three hours away from the desires of her mother for her to stay on the ranch. She once had a huge crush on Farley but blew it royally. With the diagnosis of a sickness in one of the horses, vet Farley is the doctor they call and Cassidy is tasked with the day to day care. This puts her in often direct contact with him and she still feels so much for him. Sparks are flying but her determination to leave the ranch crimps the relationship. Career or love?

The Cowboy's Catch by Stella Holt

 

A family of three brothers wholly accepts a half-brother they were unaware of and a local horse woman welcomes him into his arms. Renn, seeking to meet the family he knew about but never met when Miranda walks into him and sparks fly. Their romance is lust and spice filled as they navigate the waters of a relationship. A spicy, good romance.

The Museum of Lost Dreams by Christine Nolfi

 

A captivating story of mothers and daughters displaying conflict and extreme dislike through four generations. Valerie is a career mathematician in an era of glass ceilings. Unwed and pregnant, she left her daughter, Shayla, to be raised by the trusted housekeeper. Shayla, a flighty girl/woman, treated her own daughter, Bess, with hatred after Valerie left her fortune to her. Bess leaves home as soon as she is able, leaving her brain-injured brother and twin sister in the care of their drug-using parents and housekeeper.

Written in duel timelines, the story moves from Valerie to Bess, recounting their decisions and the subsequent repercussions. 

The Wash-Ashores by Hannah McKinnon

 

A sweet read of relationships, of struggles, and of second chances. The scene is a family inn on Cape Cod in desperate need of a financial infusion in order to stay open. Granddaughter Holly is given the summer by her grandmother to prove her meddle and to turn things around. Characters Greta and Linus add flavor to the story while Holl’s still loved ex-boyfriend Ben adds romance.

A definite good beach read.