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When Joel Shields dies, Robin Grover’s only goal is to get her four best friends back to Five Island Cove to celebrate the life of Kristen’s husband. She alone has stayed in the cove while everyone else couldn’t wait to get away.
Alice Keller comes instantly, because her mansion in the Hamptons and her husband’s infidelity is smothering her. Not only that, but Kristen has always been like a mother to her, and she wants to support her.
Eloise Hall comes quickly too, because she’s not teaching at the university this summer, and she might as well visit her mother—and the house she secretly bought years ago. Her first night on the island, she runs into an old high school crush, and a flame ignites that hasn’t been there before.
But Kelli Thompson and AJ Proctor are more resistant, and as Robin, Alice, and Eloise uncover secret after secret in the books, journals, and files in Joel’s office, Robin becomes more determined to reunite them all.
When Kelli and AJ finally arrive in the cove, the women are embroiled in secrets the lighthouse has hidden for decades. Robin tries to hold them all together, but she too breaks down and admits that her perfect-on-the-outside life isn’t so perfect.
As these 5 best friends work together to find the truth, they must learn to let go of what doesn’t matter and cling to what does: faith, family, and most of all, friendship.
FranfromFL –
Enjoyed It A Lot
I enjoyed this book a great deal. As other reviewers have pointed out, it was hard to keep track of all of the characters. I wrote a list of who’s who and that helped. I liked the character development. It seems that the six ladies knew each other a lot better than any of them knew Kristen’s husband Joel. It is a mystery why he left behind all of that paperwork that would reveal his hidden deeds. It seems no one really knew him, especially his wife. It was a sad story but yet these strong ladies handled the secrets and trauma very well. I would recommend this book and wish I had friends like that!
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Amazon Customer –
Can’t wait for the next installment. I love the fact that each book advances the story of all of the women at the same time rather than having one main character per book. Next!
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Teresa –
Good read
I enjoyed this book. I had a hard time following all the people and who went with who and who owned which problems. It was good though. I listened to this on YouTube, so maybe it would be easier to follow all of the people in a book.
Kindle Customer –
Oh my!!!
Every book just gets “gooder and gooder”! They just draw you right in to the next one…..keep reading and Jessica Newton….. Keep writing ❤❤❤❤
Patsy –
Page turner
I love this series, and I never want it to end. All of the believable characters with their own personalities and problems. I can really get into their world, as though I am there. Thanks.
KMA –
A great author
I love this author and this series of books.
Jules –
Best proposal ever!!!!! 🙂
Love the ladies in this series! You will too!!! It’s so good you feel like you fit right in their group. Keep reading 🙂
mary thurman –
Friendship
This book of Jessie Newton ‘s is another one of her fantastic reads ! She can bring a book together so well . Oh for a wonderful friendship these characters had !
Rosemary C. –
Friends and family!
This is a story about friends and how they depend on one another. It started as a group of five and a mentor and has grown to a larger group. They welcome newcomers to the Islands into their group, as well as boyfriends and later husbands. Each woman is an independent woman, but it proves that women need friends. They all have lives and families and the usual problems we all face. They help one another when needed but they are not afraid to challenge one another if the need arises. Good women’s fiction.
JesusGirl –
Great
Enjoyable stories
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ED –
Love this series of 5 close friends abd their lives????Just starting the house on Seabreeze Drive (#5)
Cindy Wallce –
Christmas Un The Cove
Great book like always I love how 4 best friends come together for each other no mater the trials. They include their Seafaring Mom in with them after a disaster strikes they pull together to make things right. Even bring a stranger into their pack, Lauren (Laural) is a sweet lady cop n friend of the Cheif. Glad El and She becomes friends she n Paul seem like a good fit. The jury ( me ) is still out on Alice new guy and can’t wait to read mor about them. An and Matt seem cute together n glad her sister n father n she seem to be making progress. Her mother seems as phony as a $3 Bill not sure she can be trusted. We will have to wait n see. Happy Reading can’t wait for the new book to come out
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Kindle Customer –
Fun series.
So far the characters show their deep relationship to each other. Even their insecurities and jealousy between individual relationships with each other.
CajunBear –
Forever Friends
Friends made when you were young can last forever if you work at it. This is a wonderful story of people that had been friends since high school. A funeral brought then together to support someone that cared about them in their youth. And support each other, they did beautifully. Dont miss reading thus book. It was so refreshing.
SERINA –
Five Island’s Pleasure
As some of our characters and now friends begin building their lives on the islands, we find out what kept them there or made them leave. From a new bed and breakfast, to a new boat, a new fitness center and to new relationships this book fills you to the brim. The best yet in the series.
AK –
Great summer read!
I really love these characters. The book is perfect for the beach! I’m looking forward to the next book in the series!
Deborah R –
I love these women!
I love the see girl series and I hope that she continues to write more books after book #8. I’m not ready to let go of the ladies yet. I think they’re stories have more to be told. Their kids graduation from college and getting married, having children of their own. The story can continue for a quite a while yet.
Gayle Cleveland –
another winner
I love these books and feel like I am right there with everyone in their struggles and victories. But most of all the comrodery of this group of women is something to be envied can’t wait to get to the next book.
BC Rudolph –
Great book
I enjoyed and am looking forward to reading the next one in the series. Like the author’s work a lot, very enjoyable.
Annette Petersen –
An engrossing read. I have also enjoyed the previous books in this series and I am looking forward to the ones that follow.
Kate M –
Kelli’s Answers
Enjoying this series. You can probably read each book apne, but have enjoyed more as a series. The friendship of these original 5.extremely close friends plus another, younger gal who’s been added has stayed strongly throughout the decades. Truth about one’s Father is finally found out and the horrible nastiness of another gentleman continues from the grave. Good book, with just enough drama and emotional ro!llercoaster of real life m Alex this a good read.
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Dot –
family
So enjoyed this series, life of these women. Friendship, new relationships and losses. These women became my friends as they experienced life joys and sorrow.
JES –
Good read
The dynamics of relationships was great. The secrets uncovered and how they affected the six main characters showed how different personalities react. I can’t wait to read the next book in the series.
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Lynn –
Love the way Jessie teaches a lesson on doing what is right when the treasure is uncovered
Settled in & started this book and just like the 4 previous books had a hard time putting this down, the bonds between these ladies and their connection to the Cove is what keeps this series so interesting
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Virginia Jones –
Secrets can be disastrous.
I’m looking forward to reading more stories about this group of friends who were like sisters while growing up. Then as they left the island to get on with their lives they sorta drifted apart. Only Robin continued to live there. With the death of the husband of the couple who nurtured these girls during their teens they returned to the island for the funeral. Secrets then surfaced that affected all of them.
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sue rosebud –
High Five on all seven books, Ready to order Book 8.
I have enjoyed reading Book 1 thru 7. Ready to order book 8. I live in Oregon and getting lots of rain. This series are great books to read since I am inside most of the days . Even though it is winter here in Oregon, reading your books give me a way to put myself at the Five Island Coves. Also due to covid challenges Im pretty much isolated from family and friends. I miss going to the beach. Enjoying imagining being on the Five Island Cove.
mrsfred –
Absolutely wonderful
I have been hooked on these books from the beginning and can’t wait for the next one I am amazed at how real these women seem to be and would love to live where they do
Kindle Customer Constance –
Good characters.Try
Rather hard to keep characters identified but once they were recognizable it made sense. Definitely a chick flick story. Enjoyable.
C. Hunter –
A Story That Will Make You Think
Everyone has secrets. Secrets that you never tell and they eat you up inside. And they change how you live your life. And then you find out that things are not what you thought they were and you have to figure out how to learn how to live life with a new paradigm.The characters are fully fleshed out and worked seamlessly into a storyline that will pull at your heartstrings. Set in a location that is carefully created so as to see it in your mind’s eye, and makes you wish you were there. There’s a gamut of emotions from happiness, sadness, surprise and more waiting for you.
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Patty –
The Seafaring Girls – Great Read!
Wow! This book captivated me, I read it in two days… the story is so real, so life-like. Love the characters and the relationships, so honest and forgiving. So well written and so easy to read.
Sara R. Donna –
All your books I’ve read so far:
I love all of these books – I’ve stayed up half the night to finish each one as I couldn’t put them down!!! Can’t wait to read the next one !
Joyce –
Secrets
Loved how these women grow stronger with each new “happenings” thrown their way! Friendships are tested but they’re always there for each other!!
Ann Ferri –
Full of emotions
This is a well written book that is full of emotions. It has just enough drama to keep you turning the pages. This group of ladies show the true meaning of friendship and support each other through the good times and bad. An excellent read!I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
buzymomof2 –
The Seafaring Girls
Such a great story! Once you turn the first page you can’t stop turning the remining pages. You easily fall in love with the characters as you get to know them with every turn of the pages. They’re people you feel like you’ve known them for years. A great escape from every day life.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Sour –
A great read
I loved reading this story about Jean and Reuben. It was excellent watching her grow through heartbreak and change. Seeing where the rest of the group were heading & the new seafaring girls get their start!
GOLFER GAL –
forget the dust and dishes!! You won’t put this one down!!
I could not put this book down!! When through, there was the first two chapters of book 2. I did not know there were going to be 5 books! Now I have to wait for the rest to come out..dang! Great plot, super and important to me, no graphic sex! I am so tired of starting a book, liking it, only to find out the author only knows one word..”f!!!” which appears almost on every page and lots of sex. I wish there was some way those of us who would rather read a super book than the others could know contents before getting the book. I am finally wising up to the authors who write for those of you who enjoy the sex pages…that’s fine by me, and as I learn the authors who cater to you, I stay away from their books. Ms. Newton gave me lots of pleasure with The Lighthouse and I can hardly wait for the others to follow. Thank you , Jessica, I have put you on the pedestal with Wendy Wax, BBFrank, Inglath Cooper and others like them.
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Joyce –
friendship
Another great story of 8 women – supporting each other and always there for each other! A few scary moments out in a storm in a sailboat with the mask broken in half with the young teen Seafaring girls and their leader – but such determination from one friend of the leader as soon as she gets the distress text for help!! I’ve boughten all the Five Island Cove books and now looking forward to reading the last one!!
Janet L. Bethel –
Great product
Great product
Scarlettrhett –
above par
A well written, thoughtful book. The friendship between these women is deep and abiding. Everyone should have lifelong friends like these. The storyline shows just how much can be withstood when a friendship runs so deep. Kristens life is turned upside down by her husband Joels death and the secrets uncovered. Her girls, five women she cared for during their teenage years, come home to the island to help her through.
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Deborah R –
I love these women!
I love the see girl series and I hope that she continues to write more books after book #8. I’m not ready to let go of the ladies yet. I think they’re stories have more to be told. Their kids graduation from college and getting married, having children of their own. The story can continue for a quite a while yet.
Lori Coppola –
Great book. Love following these ladies lives!
Love the easy read of it! I didn’t like when it ended!
Ann H. Sanger –
A Tsunami at Christmas
Everyone is back at the cove. Divorces and new boyfriends and a tsunami for Christmas. Old traditions and new traditions.
lori –
Friendship and Life
It was such fun returning to this series. It was like meeting up with a bunch of close friends I had not seen in awhile. I enjoyed catching up with the girls and finding out about their lives and all of the surprises, heartaches, and drama. I enjoyed all of it. I liked that parts of the story made me happy, parts of it made me sad, and parts of it had my heart pounding and quickly turning the pages. It was also interesting to find out who had returned to the island and why they were returning. I received an advance copy of this book and I willingly chose to write an honest review.
Dinidoodle –
Lovely story with charming and heart touching friendships
I enjoyed this book so much, and found myself reading straight through to the end! It was interesting to learn about each of these ladies, the triumphs, the ups and downs of their lives, and the love they all shared with each other. Having moved from one end of the US to the other and then marrying a USN man and moving to a number of Naval bases, I have always wondered what it would be like to have life long friends. I did however enjoy meeting people from all over, and always was lucky to find a few special friends each place we lived, and it was wonderful to live in so many varied and beautiful areas. I guess I’m a gypsy at heart, but I always wondered…….and now maybe I know. Thank you so much, Jessie Newton! Back in the day we didn’t have the internet, it was snail mail or expensive long distance phone calls, moving all the time made it very difficult to keep in touch. Book 2 in the series is now in my library and Book 3 is preordered. I strongly recommend giving this series a read, all the little twists and turns and surprises will have you captivated.
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Clarissa –
another great book
another great book in the seafaring girls series. The support that runs through these pafes shows you what friendship is meant to be like and how to embrace the support that comes with so much friendship. These lasies rally together and around each other when one is weak the rest are there to pickup the pieces. It is so heartfelt and meanful to have a group od ladies as your backup. I felt pulled into the book. I couldn’t put it down. I felt like i was apart of this group. i definitely recommend.
Cassie Hamblen –
Charming
I really enjoyed getting to know Five Island Cove. Robin, Eloise, AJ, Aice and sweet Kellie are complex and interesting women. I feel like I know them and we would be friends. Looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series.
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Sharon S –
Seafaring Girls forever
The ladies in this island group love and support each other through everything in their lives. The joys and heartaches are always better when shared. Exes and estranged family return to the Cove.There are a lot of lovable, interesting characters in these books but well worth getting to know them.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
buzymomof2 –
The Seafaring Girls
Such a great story! Once you turn the first page you can’t stop turning the remining pages. You easily fall in love with the characters as you get to know them with every turn of the pages. They’re people you feel like you’ve known them for years. A great escape from every day life.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Dot –
family
So enjoyed this series, life of these women. Friendship, new relationships and losses. These women became my friends as they experienced life joys and sorrow.
dellyO –
Awesome book
Totally enjoyed this series but sad I have to wait almost a year before I get the next book. It really makes it harder to pick up where you left off after so long. Plus characters are forgotten.
lori –
Friendship and Life
It was such fun returning to this series. It was like meeting up with a bunch of close friends I had not seen in awhile. I enjoyed catching up with the girls and finding out about their lives and all of the surprises, heartaches, and drama. I enjoyed all of it. I liked that parts of the story made me happy, parts of it made me sad, and parts of it had my heart pounding and quickly turning the pages. It was also interesting to find out who had returned to the island and why they were returning. I received an advance copy of this book and I willingly chose to write an honest review.
Patty –
Christmas at the Cove
Loved this book! The storyline is like real life experiences and feelings. And the friendships from the ladies in this book are envious! Easy to read, looking forward to the next book in the series.
Michele Richardson –
Great continuation of a series!
I truly enjoyed catching up with these ladies and their lives. What a better time of year to do that than at Christmas. I look forward to the next book in the series. I don’t often read books more than once, but I love these women and have re-read these. Kudos to Jessie on another great installment!I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
buzymomof2 –
Christmas at the Cove
Another great addition to a wonderful series. You’ll enjoy catching up with the characters again and what a better time than during Christmas. The story pulls you in and makes it hard to stop turning the pages. It’s heartwarming, enjoyable and has you feeling so many emotions while you fall in love with the characters. This is one of those books and series that you can read again and again and never get tired of it.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Amazon Customer –
Excellent Reads
This is book three in the series and I love the theme of ” life long friendship ” and life itself.Glad the ladies have all experienced different lives
Cae –
Cliffside Inn Splendid
I’ve really enjoyed reading the Cliffside Inn. It caught my interest and kept it as I worked through a story of friendship that started in childhood and survives through distance and time. Interesting characters who really support each other. I’m buying the series so I can get to know them better.
CEB –
Christmas Wishes
This is my first book by Jessie Newton and I really enjoyed it!!! Five best friends get together at Christmas time at Five Island Cove. All of them have secrets or wishes. Will Alice be able to help all of her friends this Christmas? Read and find out!!! Enjoy!!!
Ann –
Interesting read
The adventure continues in the same exciting way as the six previous books in this serious. The characters and their families always have something interesting going on. I like the way the author connects it all together.
Brenda S. Coxe –
Cliffside Inn—a great story
Five life-long friends who stick together through everything. They refused to be intimidated by Eloise’s greedy brother, Garrett, even though the money would have helped each of them in significant ways. This is the first I’ve read in this series—I don’t make it a point to read in order.
Kindle reader –
Where better to have Christmas?
I love the idea of these girls and their relationship. This book was intriguing and exciting all rolled into one. The events happening from good to bad and then good again. I wanted AJ”s mother situation to turn out different but still have time. Couldn’t hardly put it down to sleep. If you don’t read you are missing the ferry.
CathyJ –
A great story
I enjoyed this book about women who were close friends in high school and come back home again for a funeral for Joel, who was married to a beloved older woman figure. Reading about their personalities and seeing how they picked up their friendships decades later kept me turning the pages. The scenery and the lighthouse added to this entertaining read and so did unraveling some secrets Joel had taken with him to the grave.
Amazon Customer –
Clean story about relationships
I don’t quite know what to say about this book. It’s really kind of a strange story. I thought it was supposed to be a Christian story but faith never entered into the story. The secrets that caused such angst weren’t really all that bad. The ending was too abrupt for my taste. I wouldn’t discourage anyone from reading this book and forming their own opinion but I’m not sure I’d read another one by this author. The main character who died turned out to be a despicable man who adversely impacted the remaining characters lives. I still gave this 5 stars. Read it and form your own opinion.
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Kindle Customer –
Growing Up
I am in love with this series! These women grow, love, argue, hug and growl just like in real life. They’ve expanded their friendship circle and they embrace and empower each other. So much happens within the cover of the book.Now to impatiently wait for the next ~
Debs Stuff –
Hanging out with friends
This series feels like hometown anywhere with roots in family backyards that go over fences and out into the nearby woods and back. I love hanging out with this series!
Patty –
The Seafaring Girls – Great Read!
Wow! This book captivated me, I read it in two days… the story is so real, so life-like. Love the characters and the relationships, so honest and forgiving. So well written and so easy to read.
LAFS –
Old and new friends
Yet again, it is great to enjoy the ups and downs of the women from island cove. It was nice to learn more about Jean and how her struggles and ability to overcome life’s challenges showed that she fit in like a puzzle piece.
Lovely –
Friends
I have really enjoyed this book. I would recommend it. I love that it’s about friends. Hope you enjoy the book as much as I did. Off to the next book.
Jeanne –
Real
I have liked every book that I have read by this author – no matter which name she is going by. These are great stories of every day life of some very special friends and how they always have each other’s backs.
Ann Ferri –
Full of emotions
This is a well written book that is full of emotions. It has just enough drama to keep you turning the pages. This group of ladies show the true meaning of friendship and support each other through the good times and bad. An excellent read!I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
J. Weiss –
wonderful story set at Christmas that’s part of a heartwarming series
CHRISTMAS AT THE COVE is the fourth book in the FIVE ISLAND COVE series. It was nice to be back, reuniting with characters we’ve met before and meeting new ones. Watching the friendships evolve, new love interests and children getting older was only a small part of the story. There are family dynamics to work through, offers that are too good to be true, businesses and lives going in new directions and all set during the Christmas season. I like the new traditions that the friends started but also how they were all there for each other. When there are surprises thrown in as the story unfolded it kept my interest more focused. It was nice to get to know the characters better especially AJ. But each of their friends brought their individual strengths to the table and I like how they embraced Laurel and included her into their friendship circle.The cover drew me in and didn’t disappoint. Their was a heartwarming feeling that was woven throughout the story but also the strengths of each of the women shown through. There is nice closure and an abundance of happily ever afters in the offing. The sneak peeks of the next book in the series, THE HOUSE ON SEABREEZE SHORE, really drew me in and left me wanting more.Ms. Newton is a writer who wrings emotions from her characters but shows the strength of women, their friendships and the families behind them. I look forward to reading more of her books.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.I rated the book 4.5 stars but rounded to 5 stars here and on other sites.
Ann –
Interesting read
The adventure continues in the same exciting way as the six previous books in this serious. The characters and their families always have something interesting going on. I like the way the author connects it all together.
Theresa McVay –
Heartwarming Friendship
Fantastic realistic characters and life events. I felt like I was living in the wonderful Northeast island setting experiencing their life stories. Wonderfully moving.
Sour –
Another excellent rea
This series has me hooked. I can’t get enough of the characters.They feel like people I would like in my life. I keep checking the pages because I don’t want the book to end. Each 1 brings you closer to the characters and deeper into their lives and stories. All have a little suspense, intrigue, romance, faith and are good, clean reeds.
John L Moss –
Enticing plots and interesting character development
Well developed characters – feel like you actually know these women. Several plots going on in story so each chapter leaves you suspended, anxious to read on.
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CathyLynn –
Touching
This is about five friends that meet at the Cove for Christmas. They all have problems and issues. They all have secrets, but they are friends. I found this to be a great story. This is about holidays and friends and coming together. It was warm and fuzzy and I think we can all relate to having firends like these. HIghly recommend this book if you just want a warm feel good story.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Dennis –
Great set of stories
This series continues to be great.
Guy Wheatley –
A glimpse behind the mysterious feminine curtain.
Five women return to the Five Islands for a funeral. They help their mentor, the wife of the man who passed away, get his papers and home in order. As they go through his papers, they discover he wasn’t the man they thought they knew.As a man, I’ve always be fascinated by the way women relate to each other and they way they view men. Reading this book let me feel as thought I was catching a glimpse behind the mysterious feminine curtain. I enjoyed the way these ladies worked through their trauma and reconnected.
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Janice L. Gilliland –
Relaxing beach book.
Women friends helping each other through life’s challenges. Quick read with memorable characters that you can relate to easily. Great escape to the 5 islands.
SERINA –
Family Christmas
As our five friends grow, they add not only 1 addition to the group, but the Mother Hen returns full f life to help her girls. Live through a scary time. as our friends love and fight with each other in the disaster.
Kindle Customer –
Friendship
In this time of COVID, it is wonderful to be reminded of the healing powers of friendship. These friends talk and work through everything that life throws their way.
Sharon A Dickey –
Good Friends important in ones lives
Liked how implied no matter how many years pass, childhood friends keep some of that bond
Sharon S –
Seafaring Girls forever
The ladies in this island group love and support each other through everything in their lives. The joys and heartaches are always better when shared. Exes and estranged family return to the Cove.There are a lot of lovable, interesting characters in these books but well worth getting to know them.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Jeanne Richardson –
Great Book
This is the 4th book I’ve read written by Jessie Newton; she has done a great job at writing a good book; I can’t wait to read more of her books.The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.I loved the characters.I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
Cindy –
I love this group of women!
What a fantastic group of friends!! Even with the turmoil that they are faced with, this is still a feel good read! I can’t say enough about this series!
Marilyn J. Bebout –
Loved the book!
Easy reading, couldn’t put down.
Mary A. Dame –
reading stories about women having real problems.
I loved the book.
Gail Lemmert –
Strong Women
I loved the inner woven lives of these so!eh for!I love the inner woven lives of 5 strong women from teen years to mid life . Just a good summer read!i
Marcy Collins –
What a great group!
This is the first book of the series I’ve read and now I’ll go back and read the first two – even though I probably won’t have to? These ladies are great and I love the setting of the series! I was introduced to a “new to me” author, and glad I added Jessie Newton to my library!
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Avalon –
Friendships
A group of close friends and their lives on Seabreeze Shore. An old house on a clifftop that was a childhood home full of memories, family bonding, friction, forgiveness and shared laughter enrich this novel with love and a touch of romance
Arequipa –
Great Book
Great characters, enjoying the series! Sustaining friendships for all five women from teens to 45 year old women, some married, some divorced, some single.
Robyn Butler –
I would definitely recommend Jessie’s Five Island Cove series, I’ve really enjoyed getting to know all the characters, and The Summer Sand Pact has continued the story of a very special friendship between 5 very different women. I look forward to reading book 3 The Cliffside Inn.
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JDS –
Great
Love this series. Friends for life for sure,
Jeannette A. –
Five Island Cove Reunion
The Lighthouse is a story filled with desires, the desire of Robin to reunite with her friends from the Seafaring Girls and her desire to comfort Kristen after the death of her husband, Joel Shields. The four friends agree to come to Five Island Cove, some willingly and others reluctantly. In the course of their interactions they discover secrets that cause them to question their relationships with each other and with the man who was so prominent in their lives. It is a story that reveals how each of the women feel about their lives and follows their journeys throughout this time. A heartwarming story that is well written by Jessie Newton. Not an easy story as it explores how deeply unhappy people can be in spite of all the success that they have achieved but it also shows that when brought to the surface circumstances and feelings can be changed. An inspiring read.
Cathleen –
Great Story about Women’s Friendships
I loved all the books in this series. I love each of the characters, they are all well developed and you can feel their happiness or pain in each situation. The reader feels like they belong in the group and you just want to see the story continue and not end, so you can find out more about all the characters. The books are wonderful to read!
AK –
I really like Christmas at the Cove
These stories are just perfect for light, happy reading. I enjoy the writing and there’s just enough to the story to keep me interested. And I Like that I can pretty much count on a happy ending! Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
Lena –
Love this book in Jessie Newton’s series. Love the storylines of each of the characters in each book.Can’t wait for the next one!
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Linda Y KLing –
Cliffside Inn
This series of books are amazing, can’t wait for the next one !!!!!! Absolutely love to read these beach stories !
MMalloy –
Great series!
Love the characters and the different storylines. Realistic group of friends with their ups and downs. Looking forward to the next one!
Vicky –
Great series …can’t wait to get the final book in May.
An addictive series. I’ve enjoyed every book and appreciate the lack of vulgarity and the way true friendship and family values come into play.V
catherine adams –
Wholesome and funny
Loved this book and can not wait till the next books come out in the series.
Susan D. Swazey –
can’t stop
Well as always with this series, I couldn’t stop reading it. Great, frustrating and I’m hoping the next book in the series a a few of the characters get their comeuppance,
Nancy Peach –
Another great story that continues this series.
The amazing ups and downs of the Seafaring girls. This story is such a great addition to the series and it gets you wanting to start reading the next one. I personally can’t wait to start it!
MMalloy –
Great series!
Love the characters and the different storylines. Realistic group of friends with their ups and downs. Looking forward to the next one!
Amazon Customer Jane –
Another amazing story, so encouraging. We all have ups and downs, hiding behind masks and hiding emotions. Having truthful, honest friends is a real help.
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Sandy H –
Start of a series
After childhood friend, Joel Shields dies, five friends return to Five Island Cove for the funeral and to help his wife, Kristin. While cleaning out his things, several secrets are uncovered by Kristin, Robin, Alice, Eloise, AJ, and Kelly. An interesting look at dealing with problems of several sorts as well as renewing friendships and learning how to get along.
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Linda Senner –
Great story
I have enjoyed following the ladies. Can’t wait to read the next one to see what is going to happen.
stlgem –
life can be crazy
Thoroughly enjoyed this read. Tiptoeing through the complexities of relationships current and in the past is not only relatable but thought provoking. Go after what you want!
Jill –
Amazingly Heartfelt Story
Read on how a group of friends return to their roots and learn about secrets each had suffered. Read on to see if friendships can overcome and be a lighthouse for each other.
Ann –
Great read
A very good sequel..nice continuing of the first three books. The same feeling I had that I was right there with the characters!
Dawn kufahl –
Love it!
Love this series and the author. Can’t wait to read more of her books.
Rap –
Excellent
Wow, another book in the Five Island Cove series. This is one of the best written series I have come across. It is comforting, compiling and has a mystery too.
Ellen M. –
Perfect!!!!
I am loving this series and looking forward to reading the whole package!! Then I’m find out how to get a place in the Cove!!!!
David Vozenilek –
Great read!
I very much enjoyed the friendship among the 6 women and the storyline that rocked their world but caused them to be there for each other. Definitely a nice read and would recommend to anyone. Love this author under any of her names! Patti V.
S Kelley –
Friends working through issues
This group of friends that have bee friends since high school just added a new member to the group. Each are facing challenges but being together has made the journey better. To me this book has been the best of the series
B. tafuni –
The Cliffside Inn
This story has never a dull moment. I could hardly put the book down.I enjoy reading about how good friends can support each other. This story left me with really warm feelings.
DKay –
Love this series
I love this series. I’ve read all of them these last few weeks and can’t wait for the next.
Elizabeth A. Terrell –
Great Series
I have absolutely loved each and every one of it these stories! Start with the first book so you can develop relationships with these ladies. Can’t wait for number 8 to come out!
Kathleen McGlashan –
Seafaring Girls
Can’t wait to see what’s going to happen next in book 8. This whole series has kept me wanting to read. Entertaining!!!
Rose Griffin –
Five Island Cove Book 3
WOW! Can anything else happen to this group of friends? Guess we will find out as we continue with future books in the series. I cannot wait to see what is in store!
Tommy B –
the lighthouse
This is a very nice women’s story. Heartwarming with lots of thought provoking stories of the five women who come together after many years. They had been close friends as teens and as adults each went their own way. They come together to attend a friends husbands funeral. They rediscovered themselves and each other all over again—still friends and needing each others friendships. If you like women’s fiction you will enjoy this story.
Val Z –
Good read!
Liked this story. Recommend this book for your reading pleasure you should get the Kindle app on your phone in the App Store !
Gayle Cleveland –
another winner
I love these books and feel like I am right there with everyone in their struggles and victories. But most of all the comrodery of this group of women is something to be envied can’t wait to get to the next book.
dellyO –
Awesome book
Totally enjoyed this series but sad I have to wait almost a year before I get the next book. It really makes it harder to pick up where you left off after so long. Plus characters are forgotten.
Geri Griffin –
Loved each book, easy to read, excellent, real life situations, stimulating, exciting, loveabley
debbie –
A wonderful continuation
This is a wonderful continuation of this wonderful series about five friends continue to meet up this time at Christmas. Secrets are revealed as we head back to the cove and friendships are tested but it’s a great heartwarming series that does leave you with all the right feels!
Patty –
Five Island Cove Books are great!
Author Jessie Newton tells the best stories about five friends and island life. So easy to read and the stories make you feel like you’re there. I enjoy reading her books.
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donna klostermann –
Love all of this series
Great way to escape. Reading is a great way to relax and unwind. Love this author. Recommend these books to all who need that escape
Tina Layner –
Christmas at the cove
This was a good story to read for the holidays. I enjoyed it very much. The characters were great. I am looking forward to more books by this author.I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Barbara W –
Surprises, struggles and changes
This is the fourth book of this amazing series and it brings some big surprises. I really enjoy the way the friends take care of each other when hard issues and hard times come. I love the waythe men in their lives know how much their friends need each other. I like the way the women deal with their teenagers and how some of the discussions are hard. I enjoyed every part of this story and can hardly wait for the next one.(I received an advance reader copy through Booksprout. This is my honest review.)
Linda Y KLing –
Amazing !
This book was so good, such a great ongoing story for all these women, I absolutely love it !!! Can’t wait for the next one !
Clarissa –
another great book
another great book in the seafaring girls series. The support that runs through these pafes shows you what friendship is meant to be like and how to embrace the support that comes with so much friendship. These lasies rally together and around each other when one is weak the rest are there to pickup the pieces. It is so heartfelt and meanful to have a group od ladies as your backup. I felt pulled into the book. I couldn’t put it down. I felt like i was apart of this group. i definitely recommend.
Linda D. Ward –
Friends are Worth the Effort
I’m totally enjoying these books. The ladies are interesting in there own way. But the pact is fiercely together. Enjoying reading about each of them.
DB –
Love this book.
I really like Five Island Cove Series. When I finished the first book I knew I just had to get the Summer Sand Pact to see what happened with the characters in the story. I am now reading the third book in the series. I know it won’t take me long to finish it but I have to wait until December to get book number four, and I have to wait until March 2021 to get book five. ????
Kindle Customer –
I think strong female friendships
are wonderful…. maybe because I grew up with my mama’s EIGHT sisters and watched their ties ebb and flow much like Kristen watches her girls. I love seeing how each one encourages and strengthens the others..
Penny Wheeler –
Great Series!I
I love that this series is about women’s friendships. No matter the ups and downs their friendship comes through and they truly love each other
Dennis –
Great set of stories
This series continues to be great.
Cindy –
LOVE IT!
I absolutely love this series!!! This particular book is just as heartwarming and fulfilling as the others! The characters are wonderful and the friendships are a dream come true!
Coffeebreakwhatever –
Read it in one day!
This was a wonderful heartfelt, emotional, life learning story! I really enjoyed it. Five girlfriends in high school and now in their late 40s come together over an issue that helps them each learn about each other as well as themselves. I wish I had five friends like that! And I never thought I’d say this but I am going to search for books 2 through five! Normally I don’t like series books because the first one ends in an annoying fashion. However, this one ended with all five of the girls figuring things out going back home to make the life they want for themselves. I’m anxious to hear how each one of them fares. Normally when I read the first book, it’s not usually as decisive as this one is. Which makes me not want to bother looking for the next in the series, but I will be looking for this one
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LAFS –
Old and new friends
Yet again, it is great to enjoy the ups and downs of the women from island cove. It was nice to learn more about Jean and how her struggles and ability to overcome life’s challenges showed that she fit in like a puzzle piece.