Ocean Breeze Series by Sherryl Woods

In a trade-off she's lived to regret, Emily Castle left home years ago to become an interior designer. The youngest of three sisters, Emily desperately wanted to prove herself. Success, though, came at the cost of leaving behind the man she loved. For Boone Dorsett, losing Emily left his heart shattered, but another woman was waiting in the wings. Now a widower with a young son, Boone has a second chance with Emily when a storm brings her home... moreIn a trade-off she's lived to regret, Emily Castle left home years ago to become an interior designer. The youngest of three sisters, Emily desperately wanted to prove herself. Success, though, came at the cost of leaving behind the man she loved. For Boone Dorsett, losing Emily left his heart shattered, but another woman was waiting in the wings. Now a widower with a young son, Boone has a second chance with Emily when a storm brings her home. But with his former in-laws threatening a custody suit, the stakes of loving her are higher than ever. Will fate once again separate them—or is the time finally right for these two star-crossed lovers? less

When life gets complicated, New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods proves family—and love—can make all the difference Facing a personal crisis, ambitious and driven Gabriella Castle retreats to the welcoming arms of her family. Everything she's worked for has been yanked out from under her, and she seeks the serenity of her grandmother's home on the North Carolina coast... moreWhen life gets complicated, New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods proves family—and love—can make all the difference Facing a personal crisis, ambitious and driven Gabriella Castle retreats to the welcoming arms of her family. Everything she's worked for has been yanked out from under her, and she seeks the serenity of her grandmother's home on the North Carolina coast. With difficult decisions to make about her future, the last thing she wants is an unexpected love. Wade Johnson fell for Gabi the first time he saw her. It's not the only time he's found himself in the role of knight in shining armor, but Gabi isn't looking for a rescuer. To get her to stay, Wade will need a whole lot of patience and gentle persuasion…and maybe the soothing sound of wind chimes on a summer breeze. less

“Readers who adore family dramas will again dote on Woods’ newest romance.” —BooklistWind chimes on a summer breeze bring back happy memories… After years of working in publicity, Gabriella Castle’s dreams of becoming a VP are within reach. But then an unexpected pregnancy forces her to return to the North Carolina coast—and to the welcoming arms of her family. In Sand Castle Bay, ambitious and driven Gabi finds herself adrift and with difficult decisions to make about her future... more“Readers who adore family dramas will again dote on Woods’ newest romance.” —BooklistWind chimes on a summer breeze bring back happy memories… After years of working in publicity, Gabriella Castle’s dreams of becoming a VP are within reach. But then an unexpected pregnancy forces her to return to the North Carolina coast—and to the welcoming arms of her family. In Sand Castle Bay, ambitious and driven Gabi finds herself adrift and with difficult decisions to make about her future. Coming home means reuniting with carpenter Wade Johnson, a man she’s beginning to fall for. With so much uncertain in her life, Wade’s unwavering support means the world to her. In the quiet serenity, Gabi finds herself turning to the soothing sound of wind chimes and decides on a whim to become an apprentice glassmaker—a choice that just might turn her life around. As she and Wade draw closer, Gabi may find that change is what she needs—if only she’s brave enough to embrace it.An Ocean Breeze NovelBook 1: Sand Castle BayBook 2: Wind Chime PointBook 3: Sea Glass Island less

Under summer skies, New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods evokes family, friendship and heartfelt emotion With her two younger sisters heading for the altar, will Samantha Castle exchange old dreams for new ones? Lately she'd rather be on the North Carolina coast with family than in New York with agents and actors. Though she vows not to let her teenage crush on Ethan Cole influence her decision, it's hard to ignore her feelings for the local war hero... moreUnder summer skies, New York Times bestselling author Sherryl Woods evokes family, friendship and heartfelt emotion With her two younger sisters heading for the altar, will Samantha Castle exchange old dreams for new ones? Lately she'd rather be on the North Carolina coast with family than in New York with agents and actors. Though she vows not to let her teenage crush on Ethan Cole influence her decision, it's hard to ignore her feelings for the local war hero. Ethan lost more than his leg in Afghanistan. He lost his belief in love. Even being surrounded by couples intent on capturing happily-ever-after won't open this jaded doctor's heart. It's going to take a sexy, determined woman—one who won't take no for an answer. less

“Once again, Woods, with such authenticity, weaves a tale of true love and the challenges that can knock up against that love.” —RT Book Reviews on Beach LaneA small-town reunion, a heartfelt family and a summer of second chances… Intimidated by her shrinking list of new roles, struggling actress Samantha Castle returns to her breezy hometown of Sand Castle Bay... more“Once again, Woods, with such authenticity, weaves a tale of true love and the challenges that can knock up against that love.” —RT Book Reviews on Beach LaneA small-town reunion, a heartfelt family and a summer of second chances… Intimidated by her shrinking list of new roles, struggling actress Samantha Castle returns to her breezy hometown of Sand Castle Bay. With her two younger sisters heading for the altar, she’d rather be on the North Carolina coast with family than in New York City with agents and actors—and is definitely not letting her teenage crush on Ethan Cole influence her big move. But it’s hard to ignore her old feelings for the local war hero. After losing a leg in Afghanistan and his fiancée before their wedding, a jaded Ethan has thrown himself into running a busy medical clinic, leaving himself with no room for love. That is, until Samantha’s family catches wind of their reunion and hatches a careful plan to reignite the spark between them. With the help of the Castle sisters’ matchmaking and meddling, Samantha and Ethan are helpless to deny their attraction for each other—and are forced to face their deepest fears for the first time. An Ocean Breeze NovelBook 1: Sand Castle BayBook 2: Wind Chime PointBook 3: Sea Glass Island less