about the book
A surprise homecoming tests the bonds of sisterhood as a hidden past comes to light...
Disgraced eldest sister Claire Summers has been living in exile as companion to a stern great-aunt in Scotland. About to lose her place and longing to be reconciled with her estranged family, Claire sees an advertisement from someone looking for a "respectable female partner" in a Sidmouth boarding house. Is it a sign? She answers the ad, hoping she has not made another reckless mistake. When she meets the handsome, secretive proprietor, she wonders what he's hiding and if he's any more trustworthy than the nobleman who betrayed her years ago. Claire is drawn to him even though she fears he will reject her when he discovers her genteel façade hides a less-than-respectable past.
Meanwhile, the Summers family learns their great-aunt has died and Claire has disappeared without a word. The sisters rally together to find their lost sibling, but will their unexpected reunion heal old wounds and rekindle their bonds... or deepen the divide?
Return to the captivating Devonshire coast as the Summers sisters navigate romance, second chances, and the enduring strength of sisterhood in the face of adversity.
publisher: bethany house publishers
release date: december 3, 2024
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review
the third book in julie klassen's on devonshire shores series, and it's finally time for claire summers to reconcile with her past... there have been whispers and mentions of her and her scandal in the previous two books, but in the seaside homecoming, she finally makes her appearance on the page—and i was definitely excited to see her.
claire found refuge from her past mistakes with her great-aunt in scotland, but when that great-aunt passes, she has a choice to make about what her future holds. she finds work at a boarding house near her family's home, and it seems like the perfect opportunity to start reconciliation. of course, she hasn't talked to her family in years and has no idea if they'll take her back...
the seaside homecoming is a perfect addition to the on devonshire shores series. this series has revolved around the summers sisters, and i enjoyed seeing them all adjust to the complications of claire's return—dealing with her scandal, their father's dying request, and reconciliation for the future. this family drama blends with romance, town drama, and overall coastal english atmosphere and makes for a heartwarming read. i don't think lovers of sweet historical fiction will be disappointed by this book (and series).
read if you enjoy:
—little women vibes
—regency-era historical fiction
—coastal english setting
—sister relationships
considerations:
—language: none
—spice: kisses only
—faith: mentions of God, prayer, and church
—content: loss of parent, familial estrangement, racism and prejudice
about the author
Julie Klassen loves all things Jane—Jane Eyre and Jane Austen. Her books have sold more than 1.5 million copies, and she is a three-time recipient of the Christy Award for Historical Romance. The Secret of Pembrooke Park was honored with the Minnesota Book Award for Genre Fiction. Julie has also won the Midwest Book Award and Christian Retailing's Best Award and has been a finalist in the RITA and Carol Awards. A graduate of the University of Illinois, Julie worked in publishing for sixteen years and now writes full-time. She and her husband have two sons and live in St. Paul, Minnesota. For more information, visit JulieKlassen.com.
This looks outstanding. Thanks for sharing.
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