Love on a Whim by Suzane Woods Fisher

 Love on a Whim

Book Summary

Brynn Haywood's impulsive marriage to a man she'd known less than 24 hours leaves her with deep regret. She flees to Cape Cod, finding refuge with her loyal friend, Dawn Dixon. As Brynn grapples with her emotions, Dawn acts swiftly, eager to help secure a lawyer for her through her mother Marnie's good friend, Lincoln Hayes. However, Lincoln's preoccupation with his daughter's lavish wedding brings unexpected challenges.

 

The arrival of Lincoln's estranged son, Bear Hayes, stirs the waters further. Alarmed by his father's extravagant generosity toward the Dixon family, Bear ignites friction between Marnie and Lincoln. As the wedding day arrives, Lincoln vanishes--and an unwelcome guest makes a surprise appearance.

 

Bestselling author Suzanne Woods Fisher delights with this sweet story of love, family, and the unpredictability of life.

My Thoughts

Love on a Whim by Suzanne Woods Fisher is an appealing story.  I thought Love on a Whim was well-written with developed, realistic characters.  I enjoyed catching up with Marnie, Dawn, Callie, Lincoln, and, especially, Leo (the Cowboy).  I could relate to Brynn who is a success at her job but feels unfulfilled.  She made an impulsive decision while at a conference and panicked (I am sure we have all made decisions that we regret the next morning).  A change of locale plus being with good friends may be just what Brynn needs.  We meet Lincoln’s son, Bear, who has a bad attitude towards his father, Lincoln, as well as the Dixon’s.  Lincoln’s daughter is getting married and over-the-top is a mild term for the nuptials.  

Forgiveness is the main theme in Love on a Whim.  Bruno said two of my favorite quotable lines, “Forgiveness is an essential ingredient for any meaningful relationship” and “Nothing is impossible with God.” I was a tad disappointed with the ending (I do not want to give anything away).  I wanted a certain event to be described, so I could experience it instead of being told about it.  While Love on a Whim can be read as a standalone, I do recommend reading the Cape Cod Creamery series in order which will allow you to get the full experience. I like that Marnie’s best friend, Maeve Grayson, from the Three Sisters Island series, is included in the story.  I enjoyed the quotes relating to ice cream before each chapter. My two favorites are, “Ice cream is cheaper than therapy” and “I’m skipping dinner and going straight for the pints.”  I will miss my visits to Cape Cod as well as the scrumptious ice cream descriptions (do you think I can get Dawn to send me a couple pints of Double-Fold Vanilla).  

Love on a Whim is available from Amazon*.  The first two books in the Cape Cod Creamery series are The Sweet Life and The Secret to Happiness.  The author has A Healing Touch (I cam eager to read Ruth "Dok" Stoltzfus's story) coming out October 1 and A Year of Flowers on November 19 (four novellas in one).  You can find Suzanne Woods Fisher's other novels here.  Thank you for taking time out of your day to join me.  Tomorrow I am a stop on the Great Escapes Virtual Book Tours for Resort to Murder by Annie McEwen.  It is the first book in the Northwoods Mysteries.  I am off to rest my knees.  I received gel injections which are to help the arthritis in my knees (first I need to recover from the injections).  I hope that you have an uplifting day.  Take care and Happy Reading!

Kris

The Avid Reader

*I voluntarily read an advanced copy of this book.  I am not required to leave a review.  The comments and opinions expressed are strictly my own.