Ellesea Loves Reading: 06/08/20

Monday, 8 June 2020

Six FREE Standalone summer themed short stories!

SUMMER IS HEATING UP!

Six FREE standalone summer themed short stories!

COVER CREDIT: Cover designer: Sommer Stein, Perfect Pear Creative

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For a Good Time Call by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward

Ever see For a good time call scribbled on the bathroom wall of a bar? Sure you have. Ever wonder what would happen if you had a few too many drinks and actually called the number? Well now you don’t have to wonder anymore, because I’ll tell you… It blows up in your face when you suddenly realize who Mr. Good Time is.

Eternal Sunshine by L.J. Shen

Adam Mackay is my brother's best friend, turned Hollywood heartthrob, who is now my brand new, infuriating boss.

Sounds complicated? You have no idea...

Stay Right Here with Me by Willow Winters

I can’t tell you how many mistakes I’ve made sitting in this very spot in this small town bar. Watching the iron doors swing closed as the broad-shouldered man who just walked in sits across from me, I already know he’s on that list of, “I shouldn’t have done that...”

~~Damsel~~ Dude in Distress by Helena Hunting

I thought I was helping a damsel in distress. Turns out my damsel was actually a hot dude with some bad luck. It started with a broken down car and ended with a gross motel, an indoor campout and a set of Kama Sutra sheets.

The Beach R.S. Grey

I’m not supposed to be on vacation with my best friend’s older brother. I’ve wanted him for so long, and now we’re unexpectedly alone in a tropical paradise. Naturally, I packed a lot of bikinis, but I should have brought armor if I want to have any hope of surviving my week away with Noah Martin…or should I say, Dr. Martin.

Lucky Shot by Sarina Bowen

Rookie sports agent Bess Beringer gets a real education on the night of her first glitzy New York business dinner. But the things she learns have nothing to do with roster rules or contract negotiation. Luckily, rookie hockey player Mark "Tank" Tankiewicz is a pro-level teacher...

New Release Spotlight & Review: Coming Home to Heritage Cove by Helen J. Rolfe

Coming Home to Heritage Cove by Helen J. Rolfe

Welcome to Heritage Cove, the little village by the sea brimming with character, community and friendship, and the perfect place to fall in love this summer…

Melissa rushes back to Heritage Cove when Barney, the man who’s been like a father figure to her since she was a little girl, ends up in hospital. After an absence of five years, her return isn’t going to be easy, especially when she bumps into Harvey, the love of her life and the man she’s never been able to forget.

For reasons he couldn't explain at the time, Harvey changed his mind about going with Melissa to start afresh as they'd planned, and life moved on for the both of them. But with Melissa back in the village and determined to stick around to help Barney, they can't avoid each other forever. Melissa knows she let so many people down by staying away for so long, but she and Harvey blame each other for what happened and neither of them is willing to admit to being in the wrong.

When Barney insists on cancelling the Wedding Dress Ball, the charity fundraiser he holds every year in the stunning barn on his property, Melissa and Harvey realise they’re going to have to pull together. Otherwise the man they once knew might be gone forever. And when they unearth a secret Barney has never shared with anyone, they go in search of answers to not only ensure the ball runs this summer, but to bring back the Barney they know and love.

Back in the cove after all this time, Melissa gets to see the life she left behind and it’s time to deal with what it was that drove her away in the first place.

Beneath the summer sunshine in Heritage Cove, the sea sparkles, the heat rises and new love, reconciliations and the answers to an old love story could bring changes for everyone.

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It's always fun to jump feet first into a new series. so get ready to meet the residents of Heritage Cove!

Melissa cancels her plans at the last minute to return to Heritage Cove, a place she hasn't visited since leaving five years ago when her ex, Harvey backed out of their plan to move away and build a new life together. She's back because Barney, her surrogate father figure is in hospital and she needs to be there for him. Not surprisingly, she runs into Harvey and they agree to put aside their differences to work together, to avoid cancelling this year's annual summer Wedding Dress Ball; a charity event and a worthy cause. It's also an opportunity for Melissa to reconnect with those she left behind in Heritage Cove and to reassess and decide what's important in her life.

Ms Rolfe is a new to me author and she's written a lovely introduction to the townsfolk of Heritage Cove in what promises to be a wonderful series. Her descriptions allowed me to visualise the coastal backdrop and the lovely people who live there. The beginning is slow, but be patient because as the main storyline builds, the pace picks up. The main characters of interest are Melissa and Harvey, but Barney and Harvey's dog, Winnie deserve honorary mentions too.

The theme of the novel is facing up to facts to let go of the past, all the while questioning the future. This is about second chances, forgiveness and hope.

I have some mixed feelings towards the end… I'm not going to spoil anything, and don't worry, there's a happy ending. However, one aspect made me sad even though it was for the best of reasons. Curious? If so, pick up a copy as soon as possible to discover why!

***arc generously received courtesy of the publisher***

Helen J Rolfe writes romantic fiction and contemporary women's fiction and enjoys weaving stories about family, friendship, secrets, and community.

Location is a big part of the adventure in Helen's books and she enjoys setting stories in different cities and countries where she thinks her readers might like to escape to.

Helen J Rolfe also writes for Orion Books under the name Helen Rolfe.

Born and raised in the UK, Helen graduated from University with a business degree and began working in I.T. This job took her over to Australia and it was there that she finally turned to what she loved and studied writing and journalism. She spent a while freelancing for women's health and fitness magazines, volunteered with the PR department of a children's hospital where she wrote articles and media releases, and eventually began writing fiction in 2011. And now, she thinks she may just have found her dream job.

Helen currently lives in Hertfordshire, UK, with her husband and their children.