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Second Chance at Sunshine Inn: A Sweet Contemporary Romance
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Welcome to the Sunshine Inn, a picturesque coastal inn with sweeping views and two new owners who couldn't be more opposite. From bestselling author Amy Clipston comes a no spice, grumpy/sunshine romance perfect for fans of Anne-Marie Meyer and RaeAnne Thayne.Welcome to the Sunshine Inn, a picturesque coastal inn with sweeping views and two new owners who couldn't be more opposite. From bestselling author Amy Clipston comes a no spice, grumpy/sunshine romance perfect for fans of Anne-Marie Meyer and RaeAnne Thayne.
Two polar opposites, one cozy inn--and one sweet and surprising chance at unlikely love.Two polar opposites, one cozy inn--and one sweet and surprising chance at unlikely love.
When Everleigh Hartnett, a cheerful traveling NICU nurse who can't sit still, inherits half of her godmother's beloved seaside bed-and-breakfast, she dreams of selling the place to fund the nonprofit she and her godmother always envisioned. But there's one tiny her new co-owner. Rugged, grumpy, and fiercely loyal to the inn, Cade Witherspoon isn't about to let his peaceful life--and his new start--be sold off so easily.
Everleigh and Cade are opposites in every way. She's sunshine and laughter, while he's all rough edges and quiet brooding. Their clash of wills over the inn soon has them wondering what on earth Everleigh's godmother was thinking when she left them both in charge.
As Everleigh gets to know Cade's softer side--and Cade finds himself drawn to Everleigh's optimism and kindness--their disagreement over the inn becomes something sweeter. But with the arrival of Cade's long-lost brother and the looming threat of a developer sniffing around the property, they'll have to make some hard choices--together.
Can Everleigh and Cade let go of their expectations and build something lasting together? Or will the Sunshine Inn be the place they both leave behind?
Second Chance at Sunshine Inn by bestselling novelist Amy Clipston is a heartwarming, standalone romance, which features the grumpy/sunshine trope and a charming small-town setting that's Netflix's Falling Inn Love meets Debbie Macomber set in a seaside bed-and-breakfast. This book delivers all the emotions and butterflies, leaving out the explicit scenes. And it comes with engaging discussion questions, making it a fantastic choice for your next book club pick!Second Chance at Sunshine InnSecond Chance at Sunshine Inn by bestselling novelist Amy Clipston is a heartwarming, standalone romance, which features the grumpy/sunshine trope and a charming small-town setting that's Netflix's Falling Inn LoveFalling Inn Love meets Debbie Macomber set in a seaside bed-and-breakfast. This book delivers all the emotions and butterflies, leaving out the explicit scenes. And it comes with engaging discussion questions, making it a fantastic choice for your next book club pick!
Two polar opposites, one cozy inn--and one sweet and surprising chance at unlikely love.Two polar opposites, one cozy inn--and one sweet and surprising chance at unlikely love.
When Everleigh Hartnett, a cheerful traveling NICU nurse who can't sit still, inherits half of her godmother's beloved seaside bed-and-breakfast, she dreams of selling the place to fund the nonprofit she and her godmother always envisioned. But there's one tiny her new co-owner. Rugged, grumpy, and fiercely loyal to the inn, Cade Witherspoon isn't about to let his peaceful life--and his new start--be sold off so easily.
Everleigh and Cade are opposites in every way. She's sunshine and laughter, while he's all rough edges and quiet brooding. Their clash of wills over the inn soon has them wondering what on earth Everleigh's godmother was thinking when she left them both in charge.
As Everleigh gets to know Cade's softer side--and Cade finds himself drawn to Everleigh's optimism and kindness--their disagreement over the inn becomes something sweeter. But with the arrival of Cade's long-lost brother and the looming threat of a developer sniffing around the property, they'll have to make some hard choices--together.
Can Everleigh and Cade let go of their expectations and build something lasting together? Or will the Sunshine Inn be the place they both leave behind?
Second Chance at Sunshine Inn by bestselling novelist Amy Clipston is a heartwarming, standalone romance, which features the grumpy/sunshine trope and a charming small-town setting that's Netflix's Falling Inn Love meets Debbie Macomber set in a seaside bed-and-breakfast. This book delivers all the emotions and butterflies, leaving out the explicit scenes. And it comes with engaging discussion questions, making it a fantastic choice for your next book club pick!Second Chance at Sunshine InnSecond Chance at Sunshine Inn by bestselling novelist Amy Clipston is a heartwarming, standalone romance, which features the grumpy/sunshine trope and a charming small-town setting that's Netflix's Falling Inn LoveFalling Inn Love meets Debbie Macomber set in a seaside bed-and-breakfast. This book delivers all the emotions and butterflies, leaving out the explicit scenes. And it comes with engaging discussion questions, making it a fantastic choice for your next book club pick!
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“⭐️ 4.5 stars
Second Chance at Sunshine Inn by Amy Clipston was basically the literary version of wrapping up in a soft blanket with a cup of coffee and escaping to a cute seaside inn for the weekend 💛
This book was full of cozy small-town charm, lovable characters, and the kind of slow-burn romance that makes you smile the entire time. Everleigh is sunshine in human form, while Cade is grumpy, guarded, and doing his absolute best to resist her cheerful energy… which honestly made some of their interactions so fun and entertaining. Watching him slowly soften around her was one of my favorite parts.
I also loved that Everleigh is a traveling nurse. I could really relate to her career and her caring personality. She genuinely wants to help people, and that warmth shines throughout the story.
The bed-and-breakfast setting was adorable, the forced proximity added just enough tension, and the humor sprinkled throughout kept everything feeling light and comforting. And as someone who loves closed-door romance, I appreciated that the story focused more on emotional connection and heartfelt moments than spice.
This is definitely the kind of book that makes you want to pack your bags, move into a charming inn by the water, and maybe fall in love with a grumpy man who secretly has a soft heart 😅 Sweet, uplifting, funny, and cozy from beginning to end.
Thank you Netgalley for my ARC copy of this book. This review is my own.”
“Second Chance at Sunshine Inn is a warm, slow‑burn romance built on a familiar but effective premise: two strangers unexpectedly inherit an inn—and strongly disagree on what to do with it.
Everleigh returns to Sunshine Bay for the reading of her godmother Alana’s will and learns she now co‑owns the inn with Cade, a man she’s never met. Everleigh wants to sell the property to fund a nonprofit she and Alana once dreamed of starting, while Cade believes the inn should be restored and kept running. Their opposing visions create a believable, engaging conflict that drives the story.
Everleigh is kind, optimistic, and quietly grieving, making her easy to root for. Cade begins the story gruff and guarded, but this is more grumpy‑sunshine than true enemies‑to‑lovers. As the story unfolds, his rough edges soften in believable ways.
That said, the pacing is uneven. The story leans on miscommunication more than necessary, and the final third feels messy and overly drawn out—I nearly DNFed near the end. While this is a clean, secular romance, a touch of faith‑based reflection could have added depth to the characters’ healing journeys. Greater emotional maturity from both main characters would also have strengthened the resolution.
If you enjoy Hallmark‑style romances, grumpy‑sunshine dynamics, and slow‑burn love stories set in cozy coastal towns—and don’t mind emotionally inept characters—this book is likely a good fit.
★★★
(I received a copy of this title from NetGalley and the publisher for review purposes. This is my honest opinion.)
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“neonatal nurse
bed and breakfast
forced proximity
grumpy x sunshine
opposites attract
closed door romance
Second Chance at Sunshine Inn is a heartwarming story about starting over, healing, and finding love when you least expect it. I loved how the inn setting brought a cozy charm while the characters worked through past hurts and slowly opened their hearts again. The romance unfolds in the sweetest way, full of heartfelt moments that left me smiling and rooting for them the entire time. I also loved the narration, which added so much warmth and emotion to the story. It is a comforting read that leaves you feeling peaceful and uplifted.
Content Warnings:
-kisses only
-no language
-death of a loved one from cancer
-adoption
-past hurt
-family drama
*Thank you to NetGalley, Thomas Nelson, and the author for a copy of this book. All thoughts are my own.”Start a Book Club
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