Bluebird Bay Series by Denise Grover Swank, Christine Gael

Celia Burrows thought she had it all—a handsome husband, two successful children, and a gorgeous beach house on the Northern coast of Maine. But her perfect life cracks apart when her husband of thirty years informs her that he’s leaving. In a note. And since problems come in threes, her adult children reveal they’ve both been struggling with issues of their own... moreCelia Burrows thought she had it all—a handsome husband, two successful children, and a gorgeous beach house on the Northern coast of Maine. But her perfect life cracks apart when her husband of thirty years informs her that he’s leaving. In a note. And since problems come in threes, her adult children reveal they’ve both been struggling with issues of their own. Before the separation, Celia was the main caretaker for her elderly father, but as her sisters step up to help in the wake of her troubles, neither of them takes to the role. Being tethered in Bluebird Bay is a nightmare for Anna, the youngest, whose passion for travel photography has taken her around the world. And Stephanie has struggled ever since her husband died in a freak boating accident a couple of years ago. As Celia begins to come to terms with her own shocking loss, she’s surprised to feel a giddy sense of freedom. For thirty years, she’s buried her own dreams in support of her husband’s vision. But that was the past. It’s time to pick herself up, dust herself off, and create a better, more fulfilling tomorrow. Now, if only she can convince the people she loves to do the same... less

Anna Sullivan has spent the last thirty years traveling solo around the world as a nature photographer and she’s loved every minute of it. But suddenly, the nights seem long and lonely, and she looks forward to her trips away from Bluebird, Maine and her sisters, Cee-cee and Steph, less and less. When a cruel twist of fate brings her back home, Anna reevaluates everything in her life... moreAnna Sullivan has spent the last thirty years traveling solo around the world as a nature photographer and she’s loved every minute of it. But suddenly, the nights seem long and lonely, and she looks forward to her trips away from Bluebird, Maine and her sisters, Cee-cee and Steph, less and less. When a cruel twist of fate brings her back home, Anna reevaluates everything in her life. Can she find happiness in the hometown she’s spent a lifetime running away from? This is the second book in the heartwarming Bluebird Bay series, preceded by Finding Tomorrow, but can also be read as a stand-alone. less

Stephanie Ketterman has been doing her level-best to find a new normal since her beloved husband’s tragic death two years ago, but it’s been a real struggle. After nearly three decades of wedded bliss with Paul, filling the gaping hole he left behind seems impossible. How can she look forward to her future when her heart is firmly stuck in the past? But when she begins to find evidence of secret trysts and cryptic notes written shortly before his death, she’s forced to re-examine everything... moreStephanie Ketterman has been doing her level-best to find a new normal since her beloved husband’s tragic death two years ago, but it’s been a real struggle. After nearly three decades of wedded bliss with Paul, filling the gaping hole he left behind seems impossible. How can she look forward to her future when her heart is firmly stuck in the past? But when she begins to find evidence of secret trysts and cryptic notes written shortly before his death, she’s forced to re-examine everything. What if perfect wasn’t so perfect after all? less

Sasha's secret is finally out...And Gabe isn't taking it well. With a baby on the way, they have to figure out how to make their marriage work, but after all the lies, the trust is gone. Can Gabe find it in his heart to forgive her, or will their brand new marriage crumble before it even gets off the ground?Meanwhile, the Sullivan sisters are trying to pick up the pieces after Pop's death. Stephanie passes off the veterinary clinic to her son, Todd, so she can grieve... moreSasha's secret is finally out...And Gabe isn't taking it well. With a baby on the way, they have to figure out how to make their marriage work, but after all the lies, the trust is gone. Can Gabe find it in his heart to forgive her, or will their brand new marriage crumble before it even gets off the ground?Meanwhile, the Sullivan sisters are trying to pick up the pieces after Pop's death. Stephanie passes off the veterinary clinic to her son, Todd, so she can grieve. Cee-cee tries to be strong, but she's unraveling at the seams. And Anna? She just wants to run away and forget for awhile. But all bets are off when a stranger comes to Bluebird Bay and changes everything... less

Come spend some time with the Sullivan sisters of Bluebird Bay in this heart-warming USA Today bestselling series!

Todd Sullivan has been working his tail off to make his mother's veterinary clinic the best its ever been so she can enjoy her retirement, but he's burning the candle at both ends to do it. When he gets a request for a house call, he thinks it's all in a day's work...until he walks into a cottage of horrors. Not only is it packed to the gills like an episode of Hoarders, it also comes complete with a cranky parrot named Barnaby who would sooner pluck his eyes out than trust Todd to help him... moreTodd Sullivan has been working his tail off to make his mother's veterinary clinic the best its ever been so she can enjoy her retirement, but he's burning the candle at both ends to do it. When he gets a request for a house call, he thinks it's all in a day's work...until he walks into a cottage of horrors. Not only is it packed to the gills like an episode of Hoarders, it also comes complete with a cranky parrot named Barnaby who would sooner pluck his eyes out than trust Todd to help him. The most disturbing part, though? The apparent owner of the home, Alice. She's young, beautiful, and amazingly talented. She's also the last kind of distraction he needs right now. How is he supposed to work 70 hours a week to ensure his mother's legacy is intact when every waking thought is of a curly-haired, dark-eyed woman who has all but bewitched him?As Todd tries to balance his career with his love life, Cee-cee is busy trying to figure out what in the world is going on with her ex-husband, Nate. He's been acting very strange, and it's upsetting their daughter, Max. No matter how many times she tries to get him to confide in her, though, he refuses. When it becomes clear that he's in deep trouble with the wrong kind of people, she wants to help...but at what price? less

Join Anna Sullivan as she leaves Bluebird Bay and travels to Cherry Blossom Point to meet the family she never knew she had...When Nikki Merrill set off to find her long lost sister, she never imagined she'd be returning home to Cherry Blossom Point with her in tow. Battle lines are drawn when each of her siblings have wildly different reactions to their new family member... moreJoin Anna Sullivan as she leaves Bluebird Bay and travels to Cherry Blossom Point to meet the family she never knew she had...When Nikki Merrill set off to find her long lost sister, she never imagined she'd be returning home to Cherry Blossom Point with her in tow. Battle lines are drawn when each of her siblings have wildly different reactions to their new family member. Lena is willing to invite Anna into their lives, Gayle can’t even look at her, and all their brother Jack can see is another heir looking for a piece of the pie.And Nikki?She’s caught dead in the middle of things.If she continues to build her relationship with Anna, will it splinter the one she has with the siblings she's always known?Anna Sullivan didn’t want a new sister. Now that she has one, though, she’s in for the long haul. When she heads to Cherry Blossom Point to spend some time with Nikki and meet the rest of the family, she isn’t prepared for the drama that ensues. It’s kind of hard to make a good impression when half her new siblings see her as a walking representation of their father’s infidelity. And when more family secrets are uncovered, she realizes they’ve only seen the tip of the iceberg.Will Anna figure out how to navigate these choppy family waters, or will her visit to Cherry Blossom Point turn out to be a disaster of Titanic proportions? less

Stephanie Ketterman's only daughter, Sarah, thought her days living in Bluebird Bay were over. Married only two years, living in Washington DC, and on the cusp of an amazing career in law, she had the next decade planned out to a T. When she suddenly realizes she is bitterly unhappy and may have left Bluebird Bay in order to escape the pain of losing her father at such a young age, she returns.Solo.Can she tear it all down and build something new.. moreStephanie Ketterman's only daughter, Sarah, thought her days living in Bluebird Bay were over. Married only two years, living in Washington DC, and on the cusp of an amazing career in law, she had the next decade planned out to a T. When she suddenly realizes she is bitterly unhappy and may have left Bluebird Bay in order to escape the pain of losing her father at such a young age, she returns.Solo.Can she tear it all down and build something new...something that truly brings her joy, or will her fear of failing again keep her from even trying to find happiness?Fallyn Rappaport has tried her darnedest not to let David Shaw pull her back into the world of investigating, but she's finding it harder and harder to say no. Both to the juicy new case he is working on, and to David himself... less

Now that Deirdre Eddings has gotten even with the people who left her parents in financial ruin, she’s ready to put revenge in the rearview mirror forever. But can she forgive herself for what she’s done and open herself to love, or will her misdeeds cost her a second chance at happiness?Cee-cee Sullivan has always known that her ex, Nate, was far from perfect. He’s arrogant, controlling, and a cheater to boot. But a murderer? She’d never have believed it... moreNow that Deirdre Eddings has gotten even with the people who left her parents in financial ruin, she’s ready to put revenge in the rearview mirror forever. But can she forgive herself for what she’s done and open herself to love, or will her misdeeds cost her a second chance at happiness?Cee-cee Sullivan has always known that her ex, Nate, was far from perfect. He’s arrogant, controlling, and a cheater to boot. But a murderer? She’d never have believed it. Now, though, as the detectives she hired to dig into a decades-old murder turn up some damning evidence that points to Nate, Cee-cee finds herself faced with an impossible choice: Is seeing justice served worth her family being torn apart, or is it best to let sleeping dogs lie? less

On the very same day Max Burrows got engaged, her father was arrested for his potential involvement in a decades-old murder. Even worse? Her mom Cee-cee hired the P.I. who implicated him. She knows her father isn't perfect, but she loves him, and can't believe he would be capable of such a terrible thing. Her whole world is shattered as she is forced to take sides. And when an old flame returns from abroad?Things only get worse.Valentina Rodolphi isn't looking for love... moreOn the very same day Max Burrows got engaged, her father was arrested for his potential involvement in a decades-old murder. Even worse? Her mom Cee-cee hired the P.I. who implicated him. She knows her father isn't perfect, but she loves him, and can't believe he would be capable of such a terrible thing. Her whole world is shattered as she is forced to take sides. And when an old flame returns from abroad?Things only get worse.Valentina Rodolphi isn't looking for love. Raising a two-year-old while starting a new law firm is already a juggling act and there are only so many hours in a day. But when love comes walking in, will she roll the dice one more time, or will she send it packing? less

The final installment of the Bluebird Bay series...