Independence Islands: Sparrow Island Series by Chautona Havig, Tabitha Bouldin, Kari Trumbo

He loved her then. Will she love him now?When Mallory Barrows finds an old diary in a box of books, the story she finds within sends her on the hunt for the owner--and maybe more.Theirs is a story ripped from a country song. A wedding, a former love presumed dead, her new love stepping aside. And over forty years later, their story is one few remember.With Mallory determined to find the people in the pages of that diary, one couple is offered the second chance of a lifetime... moreHe loved her then. Will she love him now?When Mallory Barrows finds an old diary in a box of books, the story she finds within sends her on the hunt for the owner--and maybe more.Theirs is a story ripped from a country song. A wedding, a former love presumed dead, her new love stepping aside. And over forty years later, their story is one few remember.With Mallory determined to find the people in the pages of that diary, one couple is offered the second chance of a lifetime.This “second-chance / seasoned romance” novel introduces the next island in the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters.The Independence Islands Series: beach reads aren’t just for summer anymore. less

Can one captain show her the deep love of the ultimate Captain without falling in love himself?Bree Jamison comes to Sparrow Island for one to study coral reefs. She's not interested in happily-ever-after and certainly won’t allow her handsome boat captain to sway her into believing these islands are different from any others. But when she finds an old shipwreck and learns the history of pirates and treasure, Bree finds herself searching for something that always feels just out of reach... moreCan one captain show her the deep love of the ultimate Captain without falling in love himself?Bree Jamison comes to Sparrow Island for one to study coral reefs. She's not interested in happily-ever-after and certainly won’t allow her handsome boat captain to sway her into believing these islands are different from any others. But when she finds an old shipwreck and learns the history of pirates and treasure, Bree finds herself searching for something that always feels just out of reach.Cooper Carmichael takes the job as boat captain for the enigmatic Bree to further his career. He never expected her to be so driven—or so painfully opposed to God.All Cooper wants is his happy island life. He wants for nothing. In fact, he's made it his mission to be content. In every aspect of his life. Bree throws a wrench in his plan as her presence pushes Cooper to want for things he deems unnecessary.A man striving for contentment. A woman who believes God is picking on her.It takes one to show the other that no matter which shore you find yourself on, God got there first.Read the next Sparrow Island novel in the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters.The Independence Islands Series: beach reads aren’t just for summer anymore. less

Fay is about to lose her business……to the only guy she’s ever thought might be good for her.Fay Ravven has spent years building a floral business on Mimosa Island. Too bad a chain florist has moved in right down the street. As her business wanes, she realizes her rival is none other than Corbin Lowel, the very man who swept her heart away at her friend’s wedding.Corbin knows he’s not good enough for Fay... moreFay is about to lose her business……to the only guy she’s ever thought might be good for her.Fay Ravven has spent years building a floral business on Mimosa Island. Too bad a chain florist has moved in right down the street. As her business wanes, she realizes her rival is none other than Corbin Lowel, the very man who swept her heart away at her friend’s wedding.Corbin knows he’s not good enough for Fay. His friends remind him all the time that, as a florist, he’s not really man enough for anyone. That doesn’t stop him from stepping out of his comfort zone and going to Fay’s store to see if she remembers him. That’s when he discovers that his business is killing hers.What are rivals to do when they can’t stop thinking about each other? Plan the flowers for someone else’s wedding, of course.When Corbin and Fay must see each other and work together, will they dive through their pain and reach for the stars? Or will the roses be too prickly for two hurt hearts?Read the next Sparrow Island novel in the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters.The Independence Islands beach reads aren’t just for summer anymore. less