lizarodz
Written on Aug 15, 2013
#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts presents the story of a shared past, a fresh start, and a lifetime of love in the second novel in the Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy.
Owen is the organizer of the Montgomery clan, running the family’s construction business with an iron fist—and an even less flexible spreadsheet. And though his brothers bust on his compulsive list-making, the Inn BoonsBoro is about to open right on schedule. The only thing Owen didn’t plan for was Avery McTavish...
Avery’s popular pizza place is right across the street from the inn, giving her a first-hand look at its amazing renovation—and a newfound appreciation for Owen. Since he was her first boyfriend when they were kids, Owen has never been far from Avery’s thoughts. But the attraction she’s feeling for him now is far from innocent.
As Avery and Owen cautiously take their relationship to another level, the opening of the inn gives the whole town of Boonsboro a reason to celebrate. But Owen’s hard work has only begun. Getting Avery to let down her guard is going to take longer than he expected—and so will getting her to realize that her first boyfriend is going to be her last…
Don't miss the other books in the Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy
The Next Always
The Perfect Hope
- ISBN10 0425246035
- ISBN13 9780425246030
- Publish Date 1 May 2012
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc
- Imprint Penguin USA
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 352
- Language English
- URL https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9780425246030
Reviews
kimbacaffeinate
Written on May 3, 2012
The Montgomery boys are almost ready to open the inn and have been working on the renovations to Beckett’s house in anticipation of his wedding to Clare. Hope the new Inn keeper moves in and Lizzy the resident ghost makes several appearances. She pushes Avery and Owen together and they share a steamy kiss. Both are shocked and afterwards things are awkward when Owen keeps saying, “ Okay.” Owen's mother surprises him and I got quite a few chuckles from it. Avery is dealing with her own issues and dreams of opening a pub. The romance is sweet and a bit complicated but in typical Roberts fashion it was sweet and enjoyable.
I adore the Montgomery boys, they are all swoon-worthy hard working, mama love men and are drop dead gorgeous. Each has a unique personality that compliments the others and they make a perfect team. I have grown to care for the Avery, Hope and Claire. They are each independent, trustworthy and have each others back. Avery is hard working, kind and has big dreams. She has her trust issues and Owen may be the one to help her find her happily ever after. I adore Mama Montgomery she is one wise and feisty woman who had me laughing at the way she handles her boys. The ghost Lizzy is a neat twist to this trilogy and we learn more about her past life and the inn. I am looking forward to what we discover next. The role she plays in connecting each couple is sweet.
The tale itself fell a little flat for me, while the romance was sweet, I didn’t get completely swept away. There were some twists and complications but it lacked that rush. Even though I knew I would get my happy ending, it didn't have that page turning gripping drama that Roberts usually delivers. There were a few surprises and a couple anxious moments between them, but it lacked that special something-something. I did like the information about Lizzy and have no qualms about recommending this or continuing the series.