Blackberry Beach: A Hope Harbor Novel

by Irene Hannon

Overview

Katherine Parker is on the cusp of having everything she ever wanted—fame, money, and acclaim. So why isn't she happy? In search of answers, she comes incognito to Hope Harbor on the Oregon coast for some R&R. Maybe in her secluded rental house overlooking the serene Pacific she'll be able to calm the storm inside.

Coffee shop owner Zach Garrett has found his niche after a traumatic loss—and he has no plans to change the life he's created. Nor does he want to get involved with his reticent new neighbor, whose past is shrouded in mystery. He's had enough drama to last a lifetime. But when Katherine and Zach are recruited to help rehab a home for foster children, sparks fly. And as their lives begin to intersect, might they find more common ground than they expected . . . and discover that, with love, all things are possible?

Bestselling and award-winning author Irene Hannon invites you to come home to Hope Harbor—where hearts heal . . . and love blooms.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780800736156
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	04/06/2021
Pages:	352
Sales rank:	189,160
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Irene Hannon is the bestselling author of more than fifty novels, including Hope Harbor, Sea Rose Lane, Sandpiper Cove, Pelican Point, Driftwood Bay, and Starfish Pier, as well as Point of Danger and the Code of Honor, Private Justice, and Men of Valor suspense series. Her books have been honored with three coveted RITA Awards from Romance Writers of America, and she is a member of that organization's elite Hall of Fame. Her many other awards include National Readers' Choice, Daphne du Maurier, Retailers' Choice, Booksellers' Best, Carol, and Reviewers' Choice from RT Book Reviews magazine, which also honored her with a Career Achievement Award for her entire body of work. In addition, she is a two-time Christy Award finalist. Learn more at www.irenehannon.com.

Editorial Reviews

02/08/2021

Hannon (Starfish Pier) whips up more romance in the pleasing seventh installment of her series set in quaint Hope Harbor, Ore. A-list actor Katherine Parker winds up in town seeking refuge from the Hollywood paparazzi. She wants nothing to do with love, but Zach Garrett, a former investment banker turned coffee shop owner, intrigues her more than she cares to admit. Katherine resolves to avoid him and is surprised to discover, upon moving in to her rental home, that they are neighbors. The two bond over a shared love of food and their mutual desire to escape high-pressure careers. But while Zach, a Christian who believes God intervened to realign his life priorities, has already taken the leap away from corporate America, a dream movie deal may lure Katherine back to Hollywood. In a separate story line, Zach’s retired aunt comes to visit and finds an unexpected chance at love with a widower who works at Zach’s café. All of these devout, questioning characters look to God’s guidance to discern which paths they should take. Both series fans and newcomers will delight in the tender romance and comforting atmosphere. (Apr.)

Publishers Weekly

03/01/2021

When Zach Garrett notices an intriguing stranger in his coffee shop, he attempts to strike up a conversation, since he doesn't exactly have an active social life in the tiny town of Hope Harbor, OR. But even the stranger's reclusiveness and refusal to share more than her name, Kat, with him aren't enough to dampen his interest. As for Katherine Parker, she escaped to the peaceful town to avoid the paparazzi stalking her after the death of her costar and to make some decisions about her future in acting. She didn't expect to run into a handsome barista whose kindness and support make her wonder about personal happiness versus fame and fortune, and she's not sure which path God is leading her down. VERDICT Hannon (Starfish Pier) returns to Hope Harbor with an unsurprising romance that reads well as a stand-alone but will satisfy series fans with glimpses of characters from previous books. A couple of retirees' romantic interest in each other livens up the plot, but this book is recommended mainly for libraries that already own the series or where Hannon is popular.—Melanie C. Duncan, Washington Memorial Lib., Macon, GA

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