Geralyn Dawson

Great story and characters – I could not stop reading it and as I sit here with a purring cat on my lap and think about the words I have read I feel like opening it and reading it from the beginning again.

Chase has wings – he wants to travel and enjoy adventure – he is a rolling rock with many places to go and many things to see. Lori is person who seeks to extend her roots deep – she has goals and a future to pursue that rules her life. Though Chase and Lori love one another deeply show more they manage to lose sight of this and of one another as they pursue their personal goals. Six years later, when Chase returns to Eternity Springs after a harrowing event, the possibility of rekindling romance is a possibility.

This is my second Eternity Springs novel and another beautiful stand-alone novel. This book deals with trauma and the strength required to deal with and overcome it whether as an adult or as a child. The idea that there is family, community, friends and lovers that are able to assist and support during the process is a strong component of this book.

This was a charming but also deep book that made me think, feel and want to be the type of person who would be there should someone ever need my support and assistance. I would like to thank NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the copy I received to read for an honest review. show less

I have been an Emily March fan since she was writing as Geralyn Dawson. Her stories are always so raw, and touching and I always devour them in a day or two. When I got the chance to review Miracle Road I jumped at it. I knew from Reflection Point that the Romano siblings were going to need extra TLC and healing and I couldn't wait to learn more about them. Lucca Romano has experienced a tragedy that will haunt him until the end. Worst of all, he blames himself for this tragedy. Eventually, show more he leaves his life and absconds to Eternity Springs to heal. Not his first choice of venue to come to grips but, his mother and sister demanded his presence so they can keep a better eye on him. What Lucca doesn't know is that his next door neighbor, Hope Montgomery, is just has broken and scared, if not more, than he is.

Between the two of them they put out so much emotion that I shed more than a few tears right there with them. You wouldn't think that two shattered souls could make a whole but, Emily March makes is seem like that is the only logical conclusion. While Hope has had longer to cope with her tragedy, she still suffers from a deep-rooted guilt. But she has learned to move forward with her life, not forget, because there is no forgetting what she went through but, she has made a new life for herself in Eternity Springs as a kindergarten teacher and basketball coach. So when Hope recognizes a lost soul, like her own, she proceeds to show Lucca the light. Tough love has never been so sweet. As they begin to heal together, Hope and Lucca learn what it means to truly move forward, and relinquish the guilt they have always felt. But soon enough Hope sees history repeating itself, and with a rude wake-up call from her past she falls back on her flight instinct. When the roles reverse and Lucca become the teacher, you can bet that he won't let Hope go without a fight.

Miracle Road is the perfect book to read when you are curled up and ready for a heart-warming yet, intense book. I knew I could count on this book to leave me feeling peaceful and happy. Yes, at times my heart truly ached for Lucca and Hope. But in between those times I was laughing at the antics of my favorite residents of Eternity Springs and even some new faces. Namely Gabi Romano (can't wait for her story!). Miracle Road tells the story of complete heartbreak and how two people learn from one another how to pick up the pieces. For me, Lucca and Hope were destined. With their pasts and their dealing mechanisms, they had a lot to learn from one another. Like every Emily March book the ending will leave you with a very content sigh and a grin on your face. Whether you're new to Eternity Springs or a long time fan, Miracle Road is a must read book of the holiday season!

Happy Reading!
*ARC provided by the Author/Publisher in exchange for an honest review* show less

Every Emily March book is better than the last. I’ve learned by now that thinking I’ll read a couple of chapters at a time is nonsense. When I start I know I will read straight through.
I say it in all my reviews of Emily March’s books so it probably sounds like a broken record, but not even a chapter in and I start getting that warm, fuzzy at-home-again feeling. Eternity Springs and Redemption are places I feel I’ve been, places I know, places I feel safe, and when I’m there I’m show more surrounded by people I know and love and trust and care so much about.

Boone is no exception. Yes, I read it straight through, and I cried through about half of it. Sad crying, happy crying, hopeful crying. And when I finished I was completely satisfied. Boone is the final book in the Eternity Springs: The McBrides of Texas trilogy. Just like Jackson and Tucker, Boone McBride is a big, handsome, capable tough guy, someone who will take care of things. But he’s not really so tough. He’s been through some tough times, though, and has worked very hard to overcome them. He’s got a good career, good place to live and good friends, but he’s just shy of that perfect contentment he craves. He’s big-hearted and kind and caring, and we want him to be happy.

Hannah Dupree is passing through. She’s always passing through somewhere, because she’s been through some tough times, too, and stopping and settling in is not on her to-do list. But when Boone and Hannah meet he recognizes another wounded soul and wants to pay back a little of what he’s received from Eternity Springs and the folks who live there and in Redemption. Neither one of them is thinking about love. But we are – we see it before they do, and what fun it is to watch them dance around it. To spend time with two truly nice people who have so much to give.

In addition to wonderful locations and wonderful characters, with Boone and all of the Eternity Springs books you get the bonus of a solid story, things that feel real happening to people that seem real. You get to peek back at the characters you already know and see how they’re doing, and meet new characters you know from the start you’ll love. The writing is excellent, the plot smooth and the characters deep and well-developed. What a joy and pleasure these books are. Thanks to author Emily March and St. Martin’s Press for providing an advance copy of Boone via NetGalley for my reading pleasure and honest opinion. All opinions are my own. I loved this book and highly recommend it. Each book stands alone, but do yourself a favor and read them all to meet everyone in Eternity Springs and Redemption. You’ll be so happy you did. In 2020 especially, I want to live in Eternity Springs or Redemption. Everyone would wear masks without having to be nagged, they would help each other like they always do while responsibly and safely social distancing, and no one would be hoarding toilet paper. show less

This was a terrific conclusion to the McBrides of Texas subset of the Eternity Springs series. It is a story of love, loss, and healing. Boone is one of the three McBride cousins who inherited the land called Enchanted Canyon back in Texas. Boone doesn't spend much time there, having moved to Eternity Springs, Colorado, after a devastating loss sent him looking for peace and escape. After five years, he's gained the reputation of a smooth-talking, charming ladies' man, but also a man with a show more big heart. He's ready to move past the pain of his past and is advised that the best way to do so is to "be a light" for someone else.

Hannah has been on the run from her past for three years. After a tragedy took everything that mattered from her, she feels no hope of happiness in her future. She has reached the end of her rope and contemplates her options as she stares at Eternity Springs from the overlook at Lover's Leap.

When Boone sees Hannah standing there, he's compelled to stop. As soon as he gets close to her, he recognizes the pain in her eyes. I loved how Boone stepped into her circle and began talking to her, distracting her from her thoughts. Some of his conversation was pretty ridiculous, but he was desperate to pull her back to the land of the living. I loved how he talked to her about Eternity Springs and encouraged her to explore the town. He even goes as far as to offer to rent her the guest cabin on his property. Boone is quite the steamroller, and he soon has her settled in and ready to explore.

I enjoyed the development of the relationship between Hannah and Boone. The connection is there from the start, thanks to their similar pasts. Boone is further along the road to healing and quickly realizes that Hannah is someone very special. I loved seeing how his kindness and empathy helped Hannah begin to live again. There is a little bump in the road when someone from Boone's past throws a life-changing curveball into his world. It is something that Hannah feels that she isn't equipped to handle. I appreciated how Boone tries so hard not to push her too quickly out of her comfort zone. As a result, she adjusts faster than she expects.

I especially enjoyed Boone's determination to romance Hannah. When Boone makes a decision, he goes all-in, and this was no exception. There were some sweet scenes of them together, from stargazing to glamping. Hannah helps Boone out of several crises that also serve to bring them closer together. I loved seeing the effects of Boone's attention as Hannah's formerly dark existence began to add color and light. Like Boone, when Hannah makes a decision, she commits fully. Their big moment at the end is fantastic, with a fun twist that I didn't see coming. I laughed out loud at Boone's reaction, especially his comment about his cousins. There's one last crisis they have to deal with, but by doing so together, they banish the last of their ghosts and move ahead in a life full of love.

I've never read any of the Eternity Springs books but will have to do so. I'd like to know more about Celeste, who plays an integral part in all three McBride books. I liked what I read about the town and its people and look forward to getting to know more about them. I especially enjoyed the way the women of the town rallied to help Boone with an emergency.

There wasn't much time spent in Enchanted Canyon, but that doesn't mean Tucker and Jackson were left out of the book. Both of them have their moments to shine. I loved how Boone called them for advice when he panicked a little about his feelings for Hannah. They provided an excellent combination of teasing, which he deserved, and truth, which he needed. show less