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    On Sunset Beach
    On Sunset Beach
    On Sunset Beach
    Audiobook8 hours

    On Sunset Beach

    Written by Mariah Stewart

    Narrated by Xe Sands

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    About this audiobook

    Carly Summit grew up wealthy and privileged in a tiny Connecticut town, opened her own gallery in New York City, and is about to make art world history displaying previously unknown works by a prominent twentieth-century painter. No wonder she possesses a can-do attitude that can't be soured. Ford Sinclair is another story. A military career in war-torn Africa, where he witnessed unspeakable violence and suffering, has left him haunted and deeply cynical. Now he's looking for a way to forget and a place to belong. He hopes to find both back home in St. Dennis.

    When Carly is forced to move the premiere of her new exhibition from Manhattan to St. Dennis, and Ford agrees to take charge of the town's only newspaper, the two cross paths. But it's hardly the start of a beautiful friendship. While Ford can't ignore her charms, Carly's unflappable good cheer only confounds him. Yet beneath Ford's stormy brooding, Carly sees a man worth caring about-even if her warmest ways can't thaw his frozen heart.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTantor Media, Inc
    Release dateJul 15, 2014
    ISBN9781452679181
    On Sunset Beach
    Author

    Mariah Stewart

    Mariah Stewart is the award-winning New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of numerous novels and several novellas and short stories. A native of Hightstown, New Jersey, she lives with her husband and two rambunctious rescue dogs amid the rolling hills of Chester County, Pennsylvania, where she savors country life and tends her gardens while she works on her next novel. Visit her website at MariahStewart.com, like her on Facebook at Facebook.com/AuthorMariahStewart, and follow her on Instagram @Mariah_Stewart_Books.

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    • 4/5
      Excellent read
    • 4/5
      This story is a charming read that takes place in Maryland and has a fun, small town setting. Carly Summit and Ford Sinclair are in St. Dennis temporarily (or so they’d planned) and find their attraction isn’t only to the delightful town. Carly, a positive, upbeat, privileged art gallery owner, is on the brink of something really big. Ford is pessimistic, troubled soldier, drawn to Carly’s bright, sunny attitude. Together, magic happens.The main characters have really nice depth, and even the secondary characters are memorable. What a rare treat, to read a book with a slew of characters and not get them mixed up!I enjoyed this book. The story has a slow start, but kept me interested enough to keep turning the pages until the pacing grew.Though On Sunset Beach is part of a series (I haven’t read any of them) it works well as a stand-alone.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a Review CopyLibrary Thing. I was not required to write a positive review. The options I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
    • 4/5
      Another great installment in the Chesapeake Diaries series. Finally Grace's wandering son Ford is home and it would appear just in time. After Grace suffers a mishap, Ford finds himself filling in for her at the newspaper. Carly Summit is in St. Denis to get the art gallery up and running and for the showing of her life. Can the magic of St Denis work on this very unlikely pair? As always this is a wonderfully written story with all the familiar characters we have come to love. This is definitely a recommended read.
    • 4/5
      The first half of my life I spent moving both with my parents and then with my now ex-husband. As a result, I never developed a good sense of place or home. There was no family homestead filled with Christmas memories, etc. However, I did spend a few years in Maryland. So when I read The Chesapeake Diaries series by Mariah Stewart, I feel like I am coming home, home to St. Dennis, Maryland.

      On Sunset Beach is the 8th in the series and presents the story of Ford Sinclair, the youngest son of Grace Sinclair, editor of the local newspaper. Ford returns home after years away as a "UN Peacekeeper" and steps up to help Grace with the newspaper after she has a fall. Carly Summit has come to St. Dennis to organize an art exhibit showcasing the work of a former St. Dennis resident. Romance is in the soft Maryland air.

      Filled with the warmth of romance and friendships that I've come to expect in Mariah Stewart's books, On Sunset Beach did not disappoint.
    • 4/5
      A special thank you to Random House Publishing Group – Ballantine Books and NetGalley for an advanced reading copy in exchange for an honest review.

      Having read all the Chesapeake Diaries Series by Mariah Stewart, always look forward to catching up with Grace (who knows all there is to know about everyone in town), other favorites, and the charming quaint town of St. Dennis, for #8, “On Sunset Beach.”

      Grace starts out her diary entry, excited about her son Ford making his way back to Virginia to meet with someone, after being away with his military career in Africa, who is still having issues with his haunted experience and needless to say, he is looking for a hideaway to escape, not to be charming.

      Of course, there is always so many people which come from the big city to this small quaint town (wow, they attract some talent here). The main character, being Carly (a friend of Ellie-from “The Long Way Home”) who owns an art gallery in New York, and will be displaying previously unknown works by a prominent 21st century painter. However, she is not thrilled when she has to move the premier of her new exhibition from Manhattan to St. Dennis.

      Of course, Ford is helping out with the newspaper and has to interview Carly and the two definitely do not hit it off in the beginning. Ford sees her charm and outgoing nature, and of course he has no personality, yet Carly finds a way to dig beyond the rough exterior to warm his heart.

      A light heartwarming beach read - I would recommend to fans of Debbie Macomber, Sherryl Woods, and Susan Mallery. Each book can be a standalone within the Chesapeake Diaries’ series; however, nice to read them all and catch up with a few of the longtime residents such as the famous Dallas, Clay/Lucy, Dan, etc.

      As usual, Grace always ends with her famous diary entry, recapping the town’s progress, and the gossip of family and friends, as well as future plans, hopes and dreams --until next time.
    • 3/5
      I have been reading this series since the beginning and this newest installment was as good as the rest. Although it is a series, it is not necessary to read the other books to understand On Sunset Beach. Mariah Stewart does a good job with making her characters interesting and fresh. The romance is believable and what I would expect from Ms. Stewart. I will definitely continue to recommend the Chesapeake Diaries series to my friends who enjoy romance. Thank you Library Thing Early Reviewers for the chance to read and comment on this book.
    • 4/5
      Good book! Definitely a great beach read. I always love Mariah Stewarts books because youre guaranteed a good read. Characters were all very likable and easy to identify with. I would love to find a little city like in the book, what a lovely little community she has created!
    • 4/5
      This was a very sweet book. Kind of predictable but a good story. I have always loved the stories about east coast beach towns that are small and quaint. It made me want to go visit the east coast. I would definitely pass the book on to friends. It also read very quickly which is nice for a beach read. Did not give it five stars cause I have to save that for the best of the best. Thank you for letting me review it.
    • 3/5
      just finished my early review book: o sunset beach, its is sort of a continuing story in the st. Dennis area, i did not enjoy this book as much as the other stories in this serie...it is a lovestory and as that it was easy reading, i enjoyed the book
    • 3/5
      *I received this as a complimentary read for Early Reviewers*Tepid. Like taking a bath in lukewarm water, this book was neither overly exciting nor so boring that I couldn't bear to finish it. A domestic romance, part of a multi-book series following the lives and loves of residents of a small, Atlantic coast community, this features a home-from-dangerous places soldier and an upscale art gallery owner. I kept waiting for some excitement, even some sparks between the characters. Nothing.I'm sure the series probably has plenty of followers, but I don't think I'm going to be one of them.
    • 4/5
      If you enjoy romance stories, this is a great book. Thank you, Mariah for a good read!
    • 3/5
      The premise of the novel sounded interesting to me. A woman artist from the past, an art dealer displaying her work, delving into the woman's life...I have read some of Ms. Stewart's other novels, as suspense seems to be my "thing", but this had no suspense, just romance, and I couldn't seem to get past that. I couldn't seem to get past the first 100 pages.I mean no disrespect to the author.
    • 5/5
      On Sunset Beach is the newest in Ms. Stewart's Chesapeake Diaries series. As always Ms. Stewart does not disappoint. From the first word till the last, she has the reader gripped to see what will happen. A wonderful story of Carly and Ford and each of them finding their place in the world. Carly had success and money but was brought full circle when love appeared. Ford had seen things that he wished he could forget, not believing he should have his happy ending. Thrown together to the delight of Ford's mother Grace, Carly and Ford forge their place in St. Dennis.
    • 4/5
      This story is a charming read that takes place in Maryland and has a fun, small town setting. Carly Summit and Ford Sinclair are in St. Dennis temporarily (or so they’d planned) and find their attraction isn’t only to the delightful town. Carly, a positive, upbeat, privileged art gallery owner, is on the brink of something really big. Ford is pessimistic, troubled soldier, drawn to Carly’s bright, sunny attitude. Together, magic happens.The main characters have really nice depth, and even the secondary characters are memorable. What a rare treat, to read a book with a slew of characters and not get them mixed up!I enjoyed this book. The story has a slow start, but kept me interested enough to keep turning the pages until the pacing grew.Though On Sunset Beach is part of a series (I haven’t read any of them) it works well as a stand-alone.Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a Review CopyLibrary Thing. I was not required to write a positive review. The options I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
    • 4/5
      Another heartwarming entry in Stewart's Chesapeake Diaries series.High-powered gallery owner Carly Summit is planning a major exhibit of the newly discovered works of artist Carolina Ellis, great-grandmother of her old friend Ellie Chapman. When the town of St. Dennis decides that they want the exhibit in their new arts center, instead of her New York gallery, Carly reluctantly agrees to change her plans. Meanwhile, Ford Sinclair is back from army service in the hot spots in Africa, at loose ends and haunted by the horrors he has seen. When his mother falls down the stairs and breaks several bones, Ford steps up to keep the family newspaper running. First up: interviewing Carly for several features about the new gallery and upcoming exhibit.A naturally developing relationship, along with some personal growth for both of them, makes for a beautiful romance.
    • 5/5
      Carly Summit has had just about everything handed to her. She had a great education, good training, and successful galleries in several cities. Ford Sinclair also has a great family, but he has just returned from “black” military operations in Africa, where he saw and experienced things that would mark anyone and leave them confused and disillusioned about life. Carly bumps into Ford when her latest project involving a showing of a newly discovered but fantastic female artist who had called St. Dennis her home is moved there to stir up tourism and help put St. Dennis on the map. When they meet at Ford’s homecoming party I St. Dennis, neither knows who the other is but they both feel sparks fly between them. This is another of M. Stewart’s installments of the Chesapeake Diaries. Having read and loved the others, I had high hopes for this one, and Ms. Stewart once again delivered what I wanted and expected and more. I was immediately drawn right back to St. Dennis, the small town on the Chesapeake, again becoming a part of this heartwarming small community. As I read the book, I felt the love and energy the town offers anyone who chances through it. The chemistry between Ford and Carly was scintillating from the get-go. How everyone else in St. Dennis relates to them and to each other only shows just how much Ms. Stewart knows and understands small towns and how they operate on a daily basis. I have always love a good story. This is one every reader who has ever wondered about how two people who are totally opposite can be attracted to each other and overcome the many stumbling blocks in such a relationship can make their love happen will love. I loved the small town atmosphere that came out throughout the book. This is what small towns are, regardless of location. Anyone who enjoys reading the author’s books or any other book that tells the story of two people and a love that seems impossible but grows anyway will love this book. This is the kind of book a reader can read to while away a serene summer afternoon at the beach or in any other summertime setting. I would give it more than five stars if I could. I received this from NetGalley to read and review.