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#BookRec - The Summer of New Beginnings by Bette Lee Crosby

Hello everyone and welcome back to my humble blog abode here! Today I'm sharing with you my thoughts on this delightful upcoming release, The Summer Of New Beginnings by beloved Southern author Bette Lee Crosby, due out next week.

First off the Synopsis:

"Aspiring journalist Meghan Briggs has always been the responsible one in the family. So when her father passes away unexpectedly, leaving behind his at-risk business, she steps up to save his legacy—even if that means putting her own dreams on hold.

Tracy couldn’t be more different from her sister. She’s always been the rebellious type, without much direction in life. But in the wake of her latest romantic disaster, she finds herself moving back home as a single mother.

As Tracy experiences the difficulties of new motherhood, Meghan faces her own struggle: trying not to fall for the stray puppy she rescued. This is no time for attachments—not to the adorable “Sox,” whose owner is bound to turn up any day, and certainly not to the handsome new vet in town. But as the summer unfolds, she discovers that, like Sox, she may need rescuing, too.

As both sisters navigate unexpected challenges and exciting new relationships, they’ll find that putting the past to rest can make way for beautiful new beginnings."

Next up, My Thoughts On The Summer of New Beginnings:

Ms. Crosby and I 'go way back' to my Southern Lit Lovers group on Goodreads days, and I've been a fan since she shared Spare Change with me. The Summer of New Beginnings is my favorite of hers to date! From page one I was drawn into the world of Magnolia Grove and couldn't seem to put it down. Ms. Crosby writes in a way that not only pulls you into the story and the setting, but into her characters as well, letting you take their journey right along with them. It's an 'all the feels" read! And a definite must add to your Spring Reads TBR! 5 stars.

I want to thank BookSparks for providing me with a free copy of The Summer of New Beginnings A Magnolia Grove Novel as a part of their #NoShelfControl #SpringFeverReadingChallenge for a fair and honest review. (Opinions are my own, and I am not required by the publisher to write a positive review, nor have I received compensation for this review).

Links for Reference:
Author Website: Click here.
BookSparks: Click here.
Lake Union Publishing: Click here.

Book Info:
Genre(s): Fiction, Southern Lit, Women's Fiction
Source: BookSparks/SparkPoint Studio (Digital ARC)
Release Date: Tuesday, 3/27

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