Bittersweet
Jul 2017 · A Home Sweet Home Novel Book 3 · Zebra Books
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This tale of a man and woman brought together by an abandoned newborn “impressively mixes traumatic history, gritty reality, and resilient hope”(Publishers Weekly).
In Benevolence, Washington, the Lamont family’s luscious handmade chocolates are a beloved tradition—and the sweetest of comforts. And for the most reserved of the three Lamont sisters, they’re a much-needed way to challenge the past, rekindle hope—and make happiness for a lifetime.
Caring family and friends, tranquil streets—ex-prosecutor Willow Lamont wishes these could make her feel truly at home. She’s back to help her grandfather manage Chocolate Haven, a long-held dream come true. But she’s struggling to make their unique fudge—and to cope with a secret trauma that haunts her. Yet when she finds an abandoned baby who breaks her heart wide open, she wonders how long she can hide her emotions—especially from warm, handsome, and way too nosey Deputy Sheriff Jax Gordon.
Always an outsider, Jax knows more than he should about loss. But he didn’t expect his difficult search for baby “Miracle’s” mother would reveal such a vulnerable side to the accomplished, beautiful woman he’s always admired. Earning Willow’s trust is the hardest thing he’s ever had to do. Yet between her honesty and courage, he’s longing to fill her life with rekindled joy—and a forever of irresistible love.
Praise for Shirlee McCoy’s Sweet Haven
“Fans of Debbie Macomber will appreciate McCoy’s sweet, funny, heartwarming romance with its friendly, small-town setting.” —Booklist
“A delicious small-town treat.” —Library Journal
In Benevolence, Washington, the Lamont family’s luscious handmade chocolates are a beloved tradition—and the sweetest of comforts. And for the most reserved of the three Lamont sisters, they’re a much-needed way to challenge the past, rekindle hope—and make happiness for a lifetime.
Caring family and friends, tranquil streets—ex-prosecutor Willow Lamont wishes these could make her feel truly at home. She’s back to help her grandfather manage Chocolate Haven, a long-held dream come true. But she’s struggling to make their unique fudge—and to cope with a secret trauma that haunts her. Yet when she finds an abandoned baby who breaks her heart wide open, she wonders how long she can hide her emotions—especially from warm, handsome, and way too nosey Deputy Sheriff Jax Gordon.
Always an outsider, Jax knows more than he should about loss. But he didn’t expect his difficult search for baby “Miracle’s” mother would reveal such a vulnerable side to the accomplished, beautiful woman he’s always admired. Earning Willow’s trust is the hardest thing he’s ever had to do. Yet between her honesty and courage, he’s longing to fill her life with rekindled joy—and a forever of irresistible love.
Praise for Shirlee McCoy’s Sweet Haven
“Fans of Debbie Macomber will appreciate McCoy’s sweet, funny, heartwarming romance with its friendly, small-town setting.” —Booklist
“A delicious small-town treat.” —Library Journal
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4.9
7 reviews
Valri Western
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June 29, 2017
I've been wanting to read Willow's story for a long time. I knew there was something in her past that kept her away from Benevolence, Wash. (where she grew up) and I wanted to find out what that was. It had to be something devastating from the various discussions in previous books! Her grandfather needs her to come back to help manage the family Chocolate Haven store so she comes but it's very traumatic for her. I very much admired her for facing her fears and having the courage to come home. She's an ex-prosecutor and everyone thinks she is so strong but they don't know what she has lived through....she hasn't told anyone. Then, on her first night back, she finds an abandoned baby who burrows into her heart and she can't hide her emotions anymore - especially from Deputy Sheriff Jax Gordon. Jax knows a LOT about loss. His past is also one of great sorrow. He's determined to earn Willow's trust because he's always admired her and now they are both fighting for this baby. He searches for the mother of the baby while Willow nurtures the babe in the hospital. It's a wonderful book and has fantastic characters! Like the other daughters, Willow has a very strained relationship with her mother. When they finally have a heart-to-heart discussion near the end of the book, I found myself cheering! I so wanted them to have a close relationship and not argue anymore! I highly recommend this book. You will understand it even if you haven't read the previous books in the series!
Bette Hansen
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July 21, 2017
Fantastic story. Bittersweet is the third book in Shirlee McCoy's Home Sweet Home series but it is easily read as a standalone. Willow Lamont is the third sister to return to Benevolence, WA to help keep the family's chocolate shop running as her grandfather recuperates from a leg injury. After running as fast and as soon as she could she never thought she would be back working in the shop again. Yet here she is having to face her demons head on. The only thing getting her through it is a handsome sheriff Jax Gordon and a beautiful baby girl depending on her. You will want to read as Willow's past unfolds and she deals with her demons to have a bright future to go in to. I highly recommend it.
About the author
Shirlee McCoy spent her childhood making up stories and acting them out with her sister. It wasn’t long before she discovered Nancy Drew, The Hardy Boys, her mother’s gothic romances... and became an ardent fan of romantic suspense. She still enjoys losing herself in a good book. And she still loves making up stories. Shirlee and her husband live in Maryland and have five children. Readers can visit her website at www.shirleemccoy.com.
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