It was a fun trip back to Walker Beach in Lindsay Harrel’s second book in her Walker Beach Romance series. This book stars Madison Price and Evan Walsh as former high school classmates with a less than friendly past. Luckily, Evan has reformed, but he can’t remember why Madison has bad memories of him. I enjoyed this story and seeing the relationship between them grow. It was also a treat to see Ben and Bella from the first book in the series pop up in this one.

This is a sweet, clean story that is sure to appeal to those who enjoy contemporary small-town romances. Although it’s part of a series, it can easily be read as a stand alone book. I’m eagerly awaiting the next book in the series.

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Once again we return to the charming town of Walker Beach, California, for the next installment in this charming series! I enjoyed getting to know Madison and Evan in this book and liked their chemistry as their relationship developed in the story. Although you do not have to read the first book to enjoy this novel, the second story does contain a few familiar characters. I found myself really liking Madison, for I too am a book-loving introvert. I also enjoyed the spiritual theme of remembering that God is always in control even when life doesn’t turn out quite the way we expected. I liked reading about Evan’s growth too and found myself enjoying this swoon worthy hero in this novel. If you are looking for a fun romantic story, look no further than this wonderful series!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own. ( )

“Change isn’t a one-and-done thing. It’s something that requires us to constantly be on our guard. Our old nature can easily come creeping back in if we aren’t careful. We have to use the resources we’ve been given to fight against the old us. And aside from faith, one of the greatest resources we have is the people who love us.”

Such a heart-warming and reaffirming novel by Lindsay Harrel! It’s book 2 in the Walker Beach series but can definitely be read as a stand-alone (though I highly recommend all the books in the series). Evan is a swoony hero, haunted by his past mistakes and motivated to prove to his father and the town that he’s worthy. His job as assistant community development officer is unusual and fascinating while providing the tension background for Madison’s battle with the city council as she struggles to keep the family business open. Madison is an introverted sweet librarian who’s thrust back into the small town she left behind with its bittersweet and hurtful memories. Their relationship is sweet though fraught with misunderstanding and sense of betrayal. Evan and Madison’s growth and maturation since high school are encouraging and meaningful. I really enjoyed the faith-filled words of wisdom from the secondary characters who guide them. I’m loving my time in Walker Beach and I’m sure you will too.

I received a copy of the book from the author and all opinions are my own. ( )