Blog Tour and Giveaway: Sandcastle Inn by Irene Hannon

About the Book

Book: Sandcastle Inn

Author: Irene Hannon

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Release Date: April 2, 2024

Vienna Price never intended to return for more than a passing visit to Oregon and all the bad memories she’d left behind. But when your career tanks, home is where you go to nurse your wounds and chart a new course. Only temporarily, of course—because as much as she loves her quirky mom, anything more than a short stay would drive them both crazy.

A trip to Oregon isn’t in Matt Quinn’s plans, either, until a perfectly timed appeal for help arrives from his sister. What better place to decompress after a shattering loss than a quiet, seaside town named Hope Harbor? But R&R isn’t on the agenda when he arrives to find his sister’s new enterprise on life support.

Vienna, however, may have just the skills needed to resuscitate the foundering B&B—if Matt can convince her to hang around long enough to mend an inn . . . and his heart.

 

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About the Author

Irene Hannon is the bestselling and award-winning author of more than 60 contemporary romance and romantic suspense novels. In addition to her many other honors, she is a three-time winner of the prestigious RITA Award from Romance Writers of America. She is also a member of RWA’s elite Hall of Fame and has received a Career Achievement Award from RT Book Reviews for her entire body of work.

 

 

 

 

More from Irene

In my world, the approach of April signals not only tulips, dogwoods, and daffodils, but a return to my little seaside town of Hope Harbor on the Oregon coast. And this year marks a milestone. Sandcastle Inn is the tenth book set in this charming locale.

When I conceived of this series back in 2013, neither I nor my editor had any idea how long it would run—or that Publishers Weekly would deem my small fictional town “a place of emotional restoration that readers will yearn to visit.”

But visit they have. Hundreds of thousands of copies of the books have been sold worldwide, the novels have been translated into multiple languages, and taco-making artist/town sage Charley Lopez has become an iconic figure.

It’s been an amazing journey—with more books to come.

If you’ve never visited Hope Harbor and are reluctant to dive in at this stage, no worries. Each book stands alone, with a whole new cast of main characters. Each story also begins and ends in each book, with no hanging plot threads from book to book. The town is the unifying element in the series—along with a few secondary characters like Charley, the bantering town clerics from neighboring churches, and the seagull couple Floyd and Gladys, who always seem to be around when romance is in the air.

If you’re new to the series, Sandcastle Inn is a fine jumping-off point. This story features a hero struggling to recoup from a tragic loss and a heroine still reeling from an unplanned career detour. When they join forces to save a floundering inn, challenges ensue…and sparks fly. Because if it’s Hope Harbor, there has to be romance!

The book resonates with multiple other themes too—dealing with grief, moving on, changing direction, mending past relationships, taking a leap of faith. And of course there’s a happy ending.

It’s the kind of book that will put a smile on your lips and hope in your heart.

So I invite you to find a comfy spot, pour a mug or cup of your favorite beverage, and travel with me to Hope Harbor, where hearts heal…and love blooms.

Insider’s Tip: If you ever decide to book a stay at Sandcastle Inn, ask for the seaside room upstairs at the end of the hall that leads to the right. The view is stunning!

Blog Stops

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Locks, Hooks and Books, April 6

For Him and My Family, April 6

Jeanette’s Thoughts, April 7

Splashes of Joy, April 7

Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, April 8

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Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, April 10

Southern Gal Loves to Read, April 10

Gina Holder, Author and Blogger, April 11 (Author Interview)

Mary Hake, April 11

Cover Lover Book Review, April 12

The Lofty Pages, April 13

Melissa’s Bookshelf, April 13

Blossoms and Blessings, April 14

Labor Not in Vain, April 14

Wishful Endings, April 15

By The Book, April 15

A Modern Day Fairy Tale, April 16

Pause for Tales, April 16

Batya’s Bits, April 17

JESUS in the EVERYDAY, April 17

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Irene is giving away the grand prize package of a full set of the Hope Harbor series (10 books) and a $50 Bookshop.org gift card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/2ac75/sandcastle-inn-celebration-tour-giveaway

My Review

I was excited to find out Irene Hannon was releasing a tenth installment to her beloved Hope Harbor series and was honored to have the opportunity to read it. I adored Vienna and Matt's story. They had wonderful chemistry together. I wanted to see how it would end for the two of them and what decisions they make for themselves. I thought this was a great read and is now my favorite of this series. 

I would give Sandcastle Inn more than five stars if I could. I highly recommend it for those who love to read clean romantic fiction with a beautiful setting. As always, I will be looking forward to more books to release from Irene Hannon in the future.

I received Irene Hannon's Sandcastle Inn from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

Review: Body of Evidence by Irene Hannon

Body of Evidence by Irene Hannon

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb: 

Forensic pathologist Grace Reilly has seen her share of unusual deaths in rural Missouri. But when she begins to notice a curious pattern in autopsies of elderly residents whose demise appears to be natural, she takes her concerns to Sheriff Nate Cox.

Nate is skeptical about the link Grace is seeing between the deaths--and her suspicions of foul play. But her persistence is compelling. Once she finally convinces him her theory is credible and they join forces to investigate, danger follows. Because exposing the truth could destroy several lives--including Grace's.

Queen of inspirational romantic suspense Irene Hannon closes out her bestselling Triple Threat series with this gripping tale of secrets revealed and romance sparked.

My Review: 

I loved the first two books from Irene Hannon’s Triple Threat series, Point of Danger and Labyrinth of Lies. I could not wait to get my hands on the third installment, Body of Evidence. Oh my goodness, what a fabulous book to read. I was hooked with Grace and Nathan’s story right from the start. There is a lot that I enjoy reading in a book: mystery, suspense, unique, plot twists, danger, action and, of course, the romance. I could not put it down until I had it all read in one sitting.

Body of Evidence is getting five plus stars from me. I believe other readers who enjoy reading thrilling suspense filled books will want to read this one. I am hoping there will be more to come from the Triple Threat series.

I received a paperback copy of Body of Evidence from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.


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Review: Point of Danger by Irene Hannon

Point of Danger by Irene Hannon

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb: 

Radio talk show host Eve Reilly is used to backlash from her pot-stirring on-air commentary and interviews, but now it seems a disgruntled listener is resorting to more than angry words to express their displeasure. When a suspicious package arrives on her doorstep, Eve turns to law enforcement for help.

Police detective Brent Lange can't find any evidence to link the string of unsettling incidents that follows, but he's convinced they're connected. As the harassment grows more menacing, it becomes clear someone wants Eve's voice silenced--permanently.

But unless he can track down her foe, fast, the gutsy woman who is willing to take risks for what she believes--and who is swiftly winning his heart--may not survive.

Bestselling author and three-time RITA Award winner Irene Hannon is back with a heart-stopping new series that will have you turning pages well into the night.

My Review: 

Point of Danger begins Irene Hannon’s Triple Threat series. I enjoyed this Romantic Suspense. It has a lot that I enjoy in a book. Which includes: mystery, suspense, inspiration, action, danger, adventure, and romance. I was intrigued with each page in this one. I really enjoyed getting to know Eva and Brent. They had great chemistry together and a perfect duo. The story was far from being predictable and I never knew where they would end up in each scene. The twists and turns kept me on the edge of my seat all through out the book. It was so very good.

Point of Danger gets five stars from me. I look forward to reading the next installment from the Triple Threat series to find out what happens following this one.

I received Point of Danger from the publisher. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.



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Review: Starfish Pier by Irene Hannon

Starfish Pier by Irene Hannon

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb: 

A year ago, ex-Delta Force operator Steven Roark left the rigors of combat behind to run fishing charters in Hope Harbor, decompress, and talk some sense into his kid brother. Business is good--but making peace with his past is more challenging than he expected.

First-grade teacher Holly Miller leads a quiet, low-profile existence--until she's recruited to advocate for a cause that's dear to her heart. When she solicits Steven's assistance, sparks fly--especially after they find themselves on opposite sides of an issue that disrupts their placid seaside community.

As these two seemingly incompatible souls search for common ground, might they discover a deeper connection--and find that love can banish darkness and light the way to a future filled with promise?
Bestselling and award-winning author Irene Hannon invites you back to Hope Harbor--where hearts heal . . . and love blooms.



My Review: 

Starfish Pier is the sixth installment from Irene Hannon’s Hope Harbor series. I have read and enjoyed the other books in this series and this one does not disappoint. It is probably my favorite of the series to date. I enjoyed going back to the beautiful Hope Harbor and catching up with some characters from the previous books. I loved getting to know Charley and Holly and thought they had great chemistry. I loved every bit of this story.

I am giving Starfish Pier five stars.

I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.


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Review: Dark Ambitions by Irene Hannon

Dark Ambitions by Irene Hannon

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Blurb: 

Former Army Night Stalker Rick Jordan usually has his camp for foster children to himself during the winter months. But someone has visited recently--leaving a trail of blood. One of the two clues left behind tips Rick off to the identity of his visitor, who soon turns up dead. The police deem it an accident, but Rick isn't convinced. With the help of private investigator Heather Shields, he sets out to decipher the remaining clue. Except someone doesn't want them to succeed--and will stop at nothing to keep them from finding the truth.
With her trademark psychological suspense ratcheting up the tension on every page, bestselling and award-winning author Irene Hannon takes you on a search for a cold-blooded killer with an ambitious goal and deadly intent



My Review: 

Dark Ambitions is the third book from Irene Hannon’s series, Code of Honor. I have enjoyed this series and I believe this installment is my favorite to date. It is full of mystery, suspense, action and danger. There are quite a bit of twists and turns I did not see coming. I could not have predicted what was going to happen next.
I am giving Dark Ambitions five stars and recommend it for readers who enjoy to read romantic suspense.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.


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Review: Driftwood Bay by Irene Hannon

Driftwood Bay by Irene Hannon

My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Blurb:

After tragedy upends her world, Jeannette Mason retreats to the tiny Oregon seaside town of Hope Harbor to create a new life. Vowing to avoid emotional attachments, she focuses on running her lavender farm and tea-room—until a new neighbor with a destructive dog and a forlorn little girl invades her turf. But she needn't worry. Dr. Logan West is too busy coping with an unexpected family, a radical lifestyle change, and an unruly pup to have any interest in his aloof and disagreeable neighbor.

Yet when both Jeanette and Logan find themselves pulled into the life of a tattered Christian family fleeing persecution in war-torn Syria, might they discover that love sometimes comes calling when it's least expected?

Bestselling and award-winning author Irene Hannon invites readers back to the charming seaside town of Hope Harbor, where they are sure to find peace, healing, and a second chance at happiness. 



My Review: 

I found the fifth book from Irene Hannon’s wonderful Hope Harbor series, Driftwood Bay, to be a pretty good read. I found this installment to be an emotional one. It is story of faith and inspiration, hope and overcoming pain and grief. I loved the character of Jeanette. I felt a connection to her from the start. I enjoyed her interactions with Logan. 

I give Driftwood Bay four and a half stars and recommend it to other readers. A beautiful well written story. 

I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.

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Review: Pelican Point by Irene Hannon

Blurb (from Amazon):

A crumbling lighthouse is not part of the inheritance Army doctor Ben Garrison expects to claim when he journeys to Hope Harbor. Fresh out of the service, he wants only to unload the tower of bricks, decompress from years of treating battlefield trauma, and prepare to launch his civilian career.

Hope Harbor Herald editor Marci Weber has other ideas. She may not be a Hope Harbor native, but the small Oregon seaside town has become home--and she's determined to save the Pelican Point landmark.

Sparks fly as the two go head to head over the fate of the lighthouse. But when they start to cooperate, a different kind of fire ignites. And as they work together, might Hope Harbor heal the hearts of these two romance-wary souls?

My Review:

Pelican Point is book four from Irene Hannon’s Hope Harbor series. I enjoyed this story. It was fun to see how Ben and Marci interacted with one another. I loved how the town lighthouse brought them together. The story was a little predictable but still worth a read. I definitely cannot complain about Being taken away to this beautiful setting.

I recommend Pelican Point and give it four stars. A great addition to the series.

I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.

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Review: Dangerous Illusions (Code of Honor #1) by Irene Hannon

Blurb (from Amazon):

Trish Bailey is on overload trying to deal with a demanding job, an ailing mother, and a healing heart. When a series of unsettling memory lapses leads to a tragic death--and puts Trish under police scrutiny--her world is once again thrown into turmoil.

Detective Colin Flynn isn't certain what to think of the facts he uncovers during his investigation. Did Trish simply make a terrible mistake or is there more to the case than meets the eye? As he searches for answers, disturbing information begins to emerge--and if the forces at work are as evil as he suspects, the situation isn't just dangerous . . . it's deadly.

Bestselling and award-winning author Irene Hannon captures readers with a mind-bending story that will have them doubling back to retrace their steps--and figure out what they missed!

My Review: 

Dangerous Illusions is the first installment from Irene Hannon’s newest series, Code of Honor. This has got to be Ms. Hannon’s best to date. The plot is riveting and full of mystery, suspense, adventure and action. I never knew what was in store next for Trish and Colin. I had to keep turning the pages to find out. I just could not put the book down. I cannot wait to get my hands on the second book of the series.

Fabulous read. I highly recommend it and give it 5 stars.

I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion. 

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