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Feathers in the Sand: Feel-good beach read about mothers and daughters in seaside Maine (Seahaven Sunrise Series) Kindle Edition

4.3 out of 5 stars 76 ratings

🥇 Reader's Favorite Gold Medal Winner: Women's Fiction

Savor a breath of fresh salty air in this feel-good story about one woman’s journey back to her daughter . . . back to happiness . . . back to herself.

Single mom Tess Gilmore has been moving so fast to keep her life together that she’s hardly had time to notice how unhappy she is, and how distant she’s become from Eva, her preteen daughter. An unexpected job opportunity offers a chance to leave her Connecticut home for Seahaven, the idyllic coastal Maine town where she spent her childhood summers.

With a reluctant Eva in tow, the two begin to carve out a new life in Seahaven, surrounded by colorful, quirky neighbors and soothing sea breezes. Within weeks, Eva begins to discover mysterious, brightly-colored feathers in surprising places.

As Tess and Eva are embraced by their new friends, they begin to work through their mother-daughter growing pains, but a surprising run-in with Tess’s first love, Luca, has the potential to re-ignite their interrupted romance . . . or destroy her new and improved relationship with Eva.

Will Tess have to choose between Luca and Eva? Where are those beautiful feathers coming from? And how can Tess redefine her life in a way that includes true happiness?

Perfect for fans of Gilmore Girls and loaded with relatable mother-daughter moments and family drama, Feathers in the Sand delivers a sweet escape to charming small-town Maine for a second chance at happiness.

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"This empowering novel is much more than a "summer beach read." Soul challenges, as well as new beginnings, are treated with realism and respect . . . In addition, the author uses synchronicity to enable the reader to recall and appreciate similar occurrences in her own life." ~ AuthorsReading.com


"Readers seeking a women's fiction story that is
delightfully evocative and gently compelling will relish the move that Tess makes and the discoveries that stem from it in Feathers in the Sand, a novel which should be in library collections of contemporary women's fiction." ~ MidWest Book Reviews


"Anne Marie Bennett creates a moving story filled with
candid introspection, revelations, and several unexpected twists and turns." ~ MidWest Book Reviews


Anne Marie Bennett writes a heartwarming novel that beautifully portrays love and new beginnings. The TV show "Gilmore Girls" is referenced multiple times throughout the book, and both the show and this book highlight inter-generational relationships. The mother and daughter relationship portrayed in the TV show is the kind of relationship Tess has always dreamed of for her and her daughter . . . until life gets in the way. ~ Sublime Book Reviews

About the Author

Anne Marie Bennett has been writing stories and novels since the sixth grade when she was assigned to write a short story and instead turned in a forty-page handwritten novel! Fast forward fifty years and she's still writing! Her first novel, Dragonflies at Night, was the winner of the Pencraft Award for Literary Excellence and the Reader's Favorite Book Awards Honorable Mention in Women's Fiction.

When she's not writing, Anne Marie dedicates her time to guiding people in the intuitive process of SoulCollage® via online workshops and in-person retreats. She is a ginormous fan of the mothers-and-daughters TV show
Gilmore Girls, and loved weaving that theme into Feathers in the Sand via Tess and Eva.

She lives in eastern Massachusetts with her big-hearted, silver-haired, number-oriented husband, one beloved adolescent feline and a treasury of birds, squirrels and chipmunks who keep them entertained. Frequent stays in small town coastal Maine continue to inspire her stories.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09ZJBD9G1
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ KaleidoSoul Media
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 11, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.6 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 347 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8986050379
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Seahaven Sunrise Series
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 out of 5 stars 76 ratings

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Anne Marie Bennett has been writing stories and novels since the sixth grade when she was assigned to write a short story and instead turned in a forty-page handwritten novel. Fast forward fifty years and she’s still writing! She is the author of multiple essays, works of nonfiction and fiction including Feathers in the Sand, the first in the Seahaven Sunrise series. Her previous novel, Dragonflies at Night, is the winner of the Pencraft Award for Literary Excellence and the Reader's Favorite Book Awards Honorable Mention in Women's Fiction 2021.

When she’s not writing, Anne Marie is the owner of KaleidoSoul.com and dedicates her time to guiding people in the intuitive process of SoulCollage® via online workshops and in-person retreats. She lives in eastern Massachusetts with her big-hearted, silver-haired, number-oriented husband, one beloved adolescent feline and a treasury of birds, squirrels and chipmunks who keep them entertained. Frequent stays in coastal Maine continue to inspire her writing.

Connect with her on Facebook (annemariebennettauthor) and Instagram (annemariebennett520) or at annemariebennett.com

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Customers love the storyline of this book, describing it as a heartwarming story of love and second chances with interesting twists. Moreover, they appreciate the character development and find it a great summer read. Additionally, the writing quality receives positive feedback, with one customer describing it as beautifully written.

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Customers love the storyline of this book, describing it as a heartwarming tale of love and a charming story about second chances, with one customer noting it captivated them from the first page.

"...This sets the scene for lots of adventure, drama, heartache, but also joy and maybe even romance...." Read more

"Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2022 A charming book about second chances and everyday life...." Read more

"This is a heartwarming book that captivated me from the first page! Single mom Tess Gilmore works hard to provide for her two children...." Read more

"...I just can't say enough wonderful things about this book. I LOVED that storyline a lot. I want to move to Maine now. LOL. READ. THIS. BOOK." Read more

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Customers love the characters in the book, with one noting how human nature always surprises them.

"I was swept away by the lovely characters in this story and the coastal setting as well. Tess Gilmore is a single mother with a lot on her plate...." Read more

"...The characters in this book are real people who I would love to be around. The backdrop for this story is a small town on the coast of Maine...." Read more

"...It was such a feel good story. I adore the characters and am so happy this is going to be a series because I want MORE!!!..." Read more

"...and found immense pleasure in enjoying the setting, getting to know the characters, and following the story...." Read more

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Customers find the book to be a great read, particularly enjoying it as a summer book.

"...brother, and a job that is not fulfilling you have a pretty good start of a great read...." Read more

"...This is a great summer read! I can highly recommend this book, Feathers In The Sand with no doubt that whoever reads this will love it!..." Read more

"...From the first page I was captured and found immense pleasure in enjoying the setting, getting to know the characters, and following the story...." Read more

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Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one describing it as a beautifully written tale.

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Charming story of love, relationships, and starting over!
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Charming story of love, relationships, and starting over!
This is a heartwarming book that captivated me from the first page! Single mom Tess Gilmore works hard to provide for her two children. She often works late and she even took night classes so she could advance in her career. When her son unexpectedly joins the army, Tess begins to wonder if perhaps she relied on him too much to help her with her younger daughter and chores around the house Determined to grow closer to her young daughter, Tess moves to a seaside town in Maine where mother and daughter struggle but eventually work through their differences as they forge a life in the new town. Tess also finds her first love again. I really enjoyed the drama in this story. It is told in third person and alternates between Kate and her daughter, Eva. Read this if you love heartwarming stories of second chances, mother/daughter stories, and family drama. Thank you to @annemariebennett520  @KateRockBookTours for my #gifted copy and my spot on this tour! My thoughts are my own.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2023
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    I was swept away by the lovely characters in this story and the coastal setting as well. Tess Gilmore is a single mother with a lot on her plate. She has a job that is unfulfilling and her boss has no respect for her. Her children sure do keep her on her feet and pull her in many directions. But, then Tess hears from her aunt Kit who lives on the coast of Maine, where Tess had spent her summers years ago. Kit tells Tess of an employment opportunity and suggests a perfect place to live. How can she resist? They say goodbye to Connecticut and head to Seahaven, Maine. This sets the scene for lots of adventure, drama, heartache, but also joy and maybe even romance. Jump into the novel and I believe you will will be enchanted with the town and all the fun, quirky characters who live there. I truly enjoyed this story and am happy to know that there is another book on the horizon.
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2022
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    Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2022
    A charming book about second chances and everyday life. A mother raising a child on her own is no easy feat. Add a pre-teen, an older brother, and a job that is not fulfilling you have a pretty good start of a great read. The characters in this book are real people who I would love to be around. The backdrop for this story is a small town on the coast of Maine. If you love feel good books this is one for you. Human nature always surprises me and this read is no exception. Looking forward to the next in the series!
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2022
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    This is a heartwarming book that captivated me from the first page!

    Single mom Tess Gilmore works hard to provide for her two children. She often works late and she even took night classes so she could advance in her career. When her son unexpectedly joins the army, Tess begins to wonder if perhaps she relied on him too much to help her with her younger daughter and chores around the house

    Determined to grow closer to her young daughter, Tess moves to a seaside town in Maine where mother and daughter struggle but eventually work through their differences as they forge a life in the new town. Tess also finds her first love again.

    I really enjoyed the drama in this story. It is told in third person and alternates between Kate and her daughter, Eva. Read this if you love heartwarming stories of second chances, mother/daughter stories, and family drama.

    Thank you to @annemariebennett520 
    @KateRockBookTours for my #gifted copy and my spot on this tour! My thoughts are my own.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Charming story of love, relationships, and starting over!

    Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2022
    This is a heartwarming book that captivated me from the first page!

    Single mom Tess Gilmore works hard to provide for her two children. She often works late and she even took night classes so she could advance in her career. When her son unexpectedly joins the army, Tess begins to wonder if perhaps she relied on him too much to help her with her younger daughter and chores around the house

    Determined to grow closer to her young daughter, Tess moves to a seaside town in Maine where mother and daughter struggle but eventually work through their differences as they forge a life in the new town. Tess also finds her first love again.

    I really enjoyed the drama in this story. It is told in third person and alternates between Kate and her daughter, Eva. Read this if you love heartwarming stories of second chances, mother/daughter stories, and family drama.

    Thank you to @annemariebennett520 
    @KateRockBookTours for my #gifted copy and my spot on this tour! My thoughts are my own.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2022
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    This is the story of Tess Gilmore her daughter Eva and son Micah. Tess is a single mom trying to make life workout for her kids. She has put herself through school to get a decent job that she hates and barely has anytime with her kids.

    Then her Aunt Kit tells her about a job interview she got her in Seahaven at a dental office. She would be perfect for this job, but her son is graduating and her daughter isn’t happy with her. She’s scared if she makes such a huge change things won’t work out. But Seahaven was where she had the most wonderful summer when she was 15 and had a young love Luca.

    Tess gets the job and moves to Seahaven with her daughter. It’s a small town where Tess and Eva start making quick friends and feeling very at home. There is a lot of ups and downs and unexpected love.

    This was a good hearted story and I loved all the Gilmore Girls nods. It was a small town similar to Stars Hollow, and all of the characters were quirky and lovable. It was a good story about a mother and daughter reconnecting and just believing you are strong enough to do what’s right for yourself and your family.

    If you like Gilmore Girls, sweet stories, small town and reunion tropes. If you are a mother to a daughter. This book is for you!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2022
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    I highly recommend this book! I devoured it in two days, mostly on my deck in the beautiful weather. It was such a feel good story. I adore the characters and am so happy this is going to be a series because I want MORE!!! The relationships between the characters got so ingrained on my heart. I wanted to be in the story with them. At their get-togethers. In their conversations. Their personalities are ones you think about long after the story is over. Anne Marie has a way with her language that's so memorable. The references in the story (Anne of Green Gables, Gilmore Girls, Nancy Drew, Emily Dickinson quote, Nina Simone song, etc.) are so relatable. I just can't say enough wonderful things about this book. I LOVED that storyline a lot. I want to move to Maine now. LOL. READ. THIS. BOOK.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Excellent Book! You will love the story and characters!

    Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2022
    I highly recommend this book! I devoured it in two days, mostly on my deck in the beautiful weather. It was such a feel good story. I adore the characters and am so happy this is going to be a series because I want MORE!!! The relationships between the characters got so ingrained on my heart. I wanted to be in the story with them. At their get-togethers. In their conversations. Their personalities are ones you think about long after the story is over. Anne Marie has a way with her language that's so memorable. The references in the story (Anne of Green Gables, Gilmore Girls, Nancy Drew, Emily Dickinson quote, Nina Simone song, etc.) are so relatable. I just can't say enough wonderful things about this book. I LOVED that storyline a lot. I want to move to Maine now. LOL. READ. THIS. BOOK.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2023
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    I ordered this book for my Kindle. It didn’t take
    long for me to get into the different characters and their journeys. I found myself really cheering for Tess and her daughter but the character I most identified with was Kit! This is a great summer read! I can highly recommend this book, Feathers In The Sand with no doubt that whoever reads this will love it! I look forward to the next part of this story! Definitely a 5+ stars book!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2023
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    I so enjoyed reading Feathers in the Sand! From the first page I was captured and found immense pleasure in enjoying the setting, getting to know the characters, and following the story. What a delight this was and cannot wait until Anne Marie Bennett's next book is published as I want to follow this series. I highly recommend this book. It is a great read!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2022
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    Feathers in the sand is a beautifully written tale of growing up, relationship and magic! The characters are so real and likable, they feel like friends! Plus - the delight of those Feathers ... they remind me to keep my eyes open and my awareness turned on, not wanting to miss any of the feathers that gift the sands of my life.
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    Reviewed in Canada on May 19, 2025
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    This is an utterly charming story, a delight to read, with many memorable take-aways for meeting life with its joys and its sorrows.

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