I'm always eager for another trip back to Hope Harbor! It's fun spending time with Charley, Floyd, and Gladys. And I love watching as the broken discover that Hope Harbor really lives up to its name.

I feel like writing a series of any length can be challenging. Longer ones ... past a trilogy ... can be even harder to keep enjoyable, maintaining readers' vested interest and curiosity. So needless to say, it's darn impressive that Hope Harbor has 8 books and counting--and they're all fantastic. :)

(Not that I'm remotely partial to the Oregon-coast location, either, being a favorite vacation spot. Ahem.) :)

This was one read I actually enjoyed both parallel plots about the same. I usually prefer one or the other, but this one? Both held my attention equally. And of course, I loved the repeat characters from previous books! Whether they've gotten their own stories (Jeannette, Marci, etc.) or not yet (Charley)--or are, frankly, animals (the seagulls!)--I got so darn excited every time they appeared! Like Captain America, "I understood that reference."

While one does not _necessarily_ need to read the Hope Harbor books in order, I do feel the reader benefits accordingly (see above, haha). It certainly adds depth to the experience!

And, as ever, Hannon addresses tough topics with both grace and gentle bluntness. I so enjoyed the story arcs each character went through to get to the ending they did. Very well done; 4/5 stars.

I received an eARC of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

Welcome back to Hope Harbor. I have read quite a few of the books in this series and have enjoyed them all. They can be read as stand-alone novels, but do have some repeat characters in each book.

Sea Glass Cottage focuses on Christi and Jack. There is also a pretty heavy thread with Steve and Beth. Both are second chance romances. The story flows smoothly and is a quick read.

There are some surprises in the story, but other parts toward the end are predictable.

I have mixed feelings about this book and am not sure what to say. I think it is my least favorite of all the Hope Harbor books that I have read. In some ways, I felt like there were no new ideas presented, but in other ways, I felt that some of our favorite repeat characters had changed. Charley seemed to be in more places than he had in previous books, and more serious. I also felt there were too many coincidences.

I am glad I read it and will continue to read more (expected 3 more) in this series.

Thank you to Net Galley and Revell for the opportunity to read Sea Glass Cottage. I was not required to provide a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

The story
Christi and Jack were in love years ago. But she has hot rock bottom and is no longer the spoilt rich girl. When she drives across the country to ask Jack for a loan, he refuses. Slowly though he starts seeing a whole new side to her, and his resolve wavers. It seems like Hope Harbour was meant to be for Christi, first she is offered work and then a place stay.

My thoughts
This sweet story focuses on forgiveness, which isn’t always easy to give. Both Christi and her friend and boss Beth are dealing with forgiveness, Christi is seeking it, Beth is struggling to give it. I enjoyed Christi’s capacity for putting in the hard work, both for herself, for the community and for those she loves. This story is a squeaky clean read with several Christian / religious elements.

Sea Glass Cottage is the eighth book in the Hope Harbor series. While several familiar characters and places make an appearance in this book, I think this would be just fine to read as a standalone as well... though I would certainly recommend the series as a whole anyway, as it is absolutely fantastic... Sea Glass Cottage is no exception.

Whether it's a actioned packed suspense or a sweet romance, Irene Hannon never ceases to entertain. She is one of my top must reads, and this is another great example as to why. In this one, we meet Christi and Jack, as Christi is seeking help from the man whose heart she had broken many years before. I am always on board for a good second chance romance, and this one definitely is that. Not only that, but there is a secondary couple as well who are also needing a second chance as well. Both of these romances were fantastically written and come together to show us that with God, people really can change. It offers a beautiful message of forgiveness, redemption and of course hope.

Whether this is your first visit to Hope Harbor or only your most recent, this is definitely one not to be missed.

**I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All thoughts are my own.

I am a huge fan of this series. I love connecting with the characters in this town. I hope that this will not be the last book in the series. Jack and Christies story had lots to overcome. I love the christian elements in the books to.

Another lovely installment in one of my all-time favorite series. Irene has crafted a beautiful setting in her Hope Harbor series between the setting, the characters, and the storylines. These are books I devour and dearly love. The newest one, “Sea Glass Cottage”, is a wonderful story that focuses on Christi and Jack, with a secondary storyline between Beth and Steve. The storylines work together beautifully, and I loved reading about both the storylines and how they came together. Throw in a couple of adorable kiddos, and Charley who is a Hope Harbor fixture, and you have a pretty perfect story all around. Can’t wait for my next trip to Hope Harbor!