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“I love the way the stories follow in each book.”
Shari H wrote this review yesterday. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“I liked this one the best in the series so far. Book 3”
Rachael C wrote this review Sunday, October 4 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This book starts out telling the goings on of Rosie and Zach and goes on to tell about the others in this picture perfect little tale. Another good one.”
Ashleyrox wrote this review Thursday, July 23 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This was the first Cedar Cove book that I read, and I enjoyed it. I should probably read the books in order, but this is Book 3, and I just finished Book 6. However, I was quickly able to catch up with what had been happening in the characters' lives. A good series.”
Judy E wrote this review Saturday, July 18 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I’ve really enjoyed this series that author Debbie Macomber has written. The characters are warm and engaging and the reader cannot help but to wonder what will happen next in Cedar Cove. Although this is classified as a romance novel, there’s a bit of a mystery as well.
ScoutLee wrote this review Saturday, June 6 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
The mystery begins when Dan Sherman, Grace’s husband, leaves his family. Later his body is found next to a suicide note. In the note, Dan informs Grace about an incident that happened during Vietnam. This incident has haunted him his entire life. Later we learn a stranger is found dead at Thyme and Tide Bed and Breakfast. Is his death somehow related to Dan?
Each book in this series, flows elegantly into the next one. Though the families live separate lives, the series has a small town appeal and everyone knows (and cares) for each other. If you are in search of a good series with likable characters, I’d suggest you start with book one 16 Lighthouse Road. Soon you too will get caught up in the happenings of Cedar Cove, WA.”
“The Cedar Cove series is wonderful! ”
Amie Stone wrote this review Wednesday, April 29 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I enjoy the cedar cove series and the characters that are highlighted.”
Sue K wrote this review Thursday, April 2 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
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shewolf0316 wrote this review Friday, June 27 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Judge Olivia Lockhart has met yet another court decision that has folks reeling. This time during the divorce proceedings of Zach and Rosie Cox, Olivia has decreed their children get the house and Zach and Rosie are the ones who have to rotate between residences for the joint custody agreement. Now Zach and Rosie are adjusting to their new lives and revolving schedules. Rosie has gone back to work as a school teacher and Zach is adjusting to doing all the housework. What will happen next at 311 Pelican Court?
Of course, as we regular visitors to Cedar Cove know, there is never a dull moment in the picturesque small town. Olivia and Jack’s on again off again relationship leaves room for Olivia’s ex-husband, Stan, to try to move back into her life. Grace has discovered what it feels like to be involved in an illicit internet relationship and has to decide between patient Cliff Harding and her internet affair. Roy McAfee is still trying to solve the mystery of the man who died at the bed-and-breakfast and discovering some shocking secrets.
Each of my previous visits to Cedar Cove have been delightful and this third trip in 311 Pelican Court, is like coming home again. All of the residents have become my friends and I am always excited to hear what else has been going on in their lives. I especially love that Debbie Macomber doesn’t rush her stories in the series. It’s not uncommon for one book to cover a year or more worth of time and events. These extended visits give us a much stronger sense of all of the residents in town and really feel like the variety of story lines are given their due, while still focusing on the lead characters in each book.
Zach and Rosie’s family has so much to get used to with the collapse of their marriage. Anger and bitterness may me the name of the game initially, but the deeper emotions that brought them together in the first place are still there, if buried. Zach has taken Rosie for granted, not realizing how much she has to do every single day as a stay at home mom and perpetual volunteer. Rosie has gotten so wrapped up in all her little projects and the feeling of pride they give her that she has lost sight of what is most important in her life. These two have a lot to work through in their divorce and don’t see in the beginning how much their children are suffering. Watching them come to terms with, and put to rest, their past problems makes for a stronger relationship in the end, one they may never have found without the divorce.
Of course, everyone in Cedar Cove has their own share of problems to deal with. Grace had been so unhappy for so long that when she is finally free of her marriage, it opens new doors for her she never imagined. Temptation rears its ugly head as she struggles with a life she had never known before. Olivia and Jack care deeply for each other but their busy lives cause difficulties in their growing relationship, especially when Stan divorces his second wife and realizes what he let go when he abandoned Olivia all those years ago. While I normally do not care for love triangles, this one appealed to me because of the circumstances surrounding it all. One of my favorite secondary stories in 311 Pelican Court was Maryellen and Jon’s relationship. After giving birth to their child, Maryellen’s eyes are opened to a life she never wanted or expected. As she begins to realize how deep her feelings for Jon go, she grows more and more frustrated he is resistant to a life together.
Roy McAfee’s story takes a back seat to many of the others but enough time is spent with him and his investigation into the dead John Doe at the bed-and-breakfast to set up the chain of events leading into the next book in the series, 44 Cranberry Point, which centers on the owners of the B-and-B. However, don’t think that because this story is going to be more explored later that it means we’re left in the lurch. Several answers finally come to light as to how a small group of men is connected. Yet, enough mystery is left there to keep us wondering what will come next.
© Kelley A. Hartsell, May 2008. All rights reserved.”
“My first Debbie Macomber book! I have been hooked ever since. I recommend this series to anyone! It's like reading about your friends, family and neighbors! ”
ChuckandHunny wrote this review Tuesday, January 22 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I went straight from book one to book two, and then to this one, book three. I thought by now I would be burnt out on reading this series, but NO! I am just as eager to read book 4 as I was the second and third! I don't want to give away any of the plot, but it is a satisfying read that kept me wanting more. Hard to put down!”
Quilter K wrote this review Tuesday, November 6 2007. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
