Sea Rose Lane + Giveaway

After a devastating layoff, attorney Eric Nash heads back to the town where he grew up–only to discover that his childhood home is being transformed into a bed & 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 and construction chief 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 to create a program for Hope Harbor seniors, might they also find healing, hope, and a new beginning themselves?

Three-time RITA Award winner Irene Hannon takes readers back to Hope Harbor for a new season of charm, romance, and second chances.

My Review:

published in 2016

i’m rereading this whole Hope Harbor series via audible editions and am loving Therese Pummer’s narration so much! She breathes life into these characters and heart and humour into her interpretation of Hannon’s exquisite words.

*****

I adore this series. Each book reads as a standalone but I love the continuity the familiar folks from Hope Harbor bring to each story. I especially adore Charley who crops up at the most convenient times with words of wisdom or silent acceptance as needed. There’s something divinely inspiring about that man and his way with people…and critters.

So, as first meets go, this one is a bust. Well, it’s fun for the reader but not so much for BJ and Eric. Talk about making a bad first impression — on both sides. Kind of light-hearted with undercurrents of angst. Not to mention instant awareness. The words fairly crackle off the page as these two muddle through their first scene. Thing is, both have blinders on so their next meet and the one after that and…well, let’s just say there are a lot of missteps before they sort out a wary truce. Scrumptious to read!

Told from multiple points of view, Hannon weaves together a compelling story of loss and heartache. There are some edge-of-your-seat moments where I hardly dared breathe as I watched events unfold before my eyes. I love how this author meshes diverse threads into a triumphant conclusion that celebrates the hope being in relationship with God can bring. And she’s an expert at throwing out unexpected zings of humour that always catch me off guard and have me laughing out loud. 

Sea Rose Lane is a slice of real life and the whole gamut of emotions that entails. Cue the Kleenex box and chocolate bonbons. You’ll need a hefty dose of both as you navigate your way through the pages of this book. Besides — how can you not want to read a book that features a belching seal named Caspar? Doesn’t that little juicy tidbit have you salivating for more? 🙂

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

US – available in print or ebook — winner’s choice

Canada – paperback, ebook or audible (if available) — winner’s choice

International – ebook copy if you have a US Kindle account.

If you would like a chance to win a copy of Sea Rose Lane,  leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoread AT yahoo DOT ca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it’s easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday September 6 2025

29 thoughts on “Sea Rose Lane + Giveaway”

  1. I am amazed by this authors writing talents. I’ve read a one or two of her suspense books , and about the same of her contemporary novels. She writes each genre so well.

    Thanks for all you do.
    Nora finding hope yahoo

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  2. I loved this series too! You’re about to get to one of my favorites, Sandpiper Cove with Lexie and Adam. I may go back and read just that one, I wish I had more time to read all the books I’d like to revisit but there are just too many new and shiny ones releasing. I can’t keep up!

    Do you have a favorite(s) in this series? I always have to go to Goodreads and refresh my memory.

    I’m really looking forward to book 12, Harbor Pointe next April, it has the prettiest cover.

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    1. Every Hope Harbor book I read is my favourite…until I start reading the next one! 🙂 Actually Lexie and Adam are my favourite couple. And Adam’s backstory and his relationship with the abandoned dog…gets me every time. Driftwood Bay comes to mind — the lavender farm one — as another fave. And I am beyond excited the series is going to continue!!!! Wish she would do a Hope Harbor Christmas novella. Happy Reading, Tracey!

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  3. Boy, am I ready for some Kleenex and chocolate bonbons stories! SEA ROSE LANE absolutely sounds like a must read story. Now, thanks to your review, I’ve been reminded of a great book that I “need” to read. Love when an author seamlessly inserts faith into a story and then can catch you off guard with moments of laughter. It all adds up to me anxious to read this one!

    Thank you so much for the chance to win a copy!

    2clowns at arkansas dot net

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  5. How can an author write a 12 book series & each one be consistently wonderful?! Well, I haven’t read Harbor Pointe yet but if the cover is any indication, it will be just as fabulous as the rest! Don’t enter me, just wanted to add my 2¢ worth. What a beautifully written, entertaining review, btw! I mean who wouldn’t want to read a book featuring a belching seal? 😅

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    1. Bwahahaha! Caspar has a recurring role throughout the series because…belching seal. 🙂 And you haven’t read any of the Hope Harbor books? Not one?! Gasp! They can be read out of order, just in case you’re feeling daunted. Totally work as standalones too. Happy Reading, Diane. I’m off to tackle and out of control periwinkle patch while it’s still cool.

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      1. I think Caspar has eaten one too many of Charlie’s tacos! Mexican food will do that to ya! hahaha

        I’ve read all of the Hope Harbor series, just not Harbor Pointe — Book 12, which releases next year. The cover is so pretty on that one!! But your reading advice on the series is helpful to those who haven’t read it yet.

        My periwinkles are totally out of control, but they can stay that way til 1st freeze! I’ve seen 3 snakes this yr! 😳

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      2. Phew! I feel much better now. bwahahaha! I only got through half my periwinkle patch before it got too hot. It’s considered an invasive species here now and I can see why!

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      3. Our periwinkles are squishing out my daisies & zinnias! 😥 One good thing about them is they do come back every year. Another good thing — no deadheading. But they do need maintenance, that’s for sure!

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  8. How have I missed this….???? Sounds like I need to start reading this series. Thank you Kav. I Love Your review!
    I’m in!
    angieadams306 at gmail dot com

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