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The Heartwood Sea: A Heartwood Sisters Novel (Carter's Cove Beach Romance, Book 1) Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Elana Johnson (Author), Anne Marie Lewis (Narrator), AEJ Creative Works (Publisher)
4.4 out of 5 stars 1,864 ratings

She's in her mid-30s and captains a fishing boat to provide the seafood her family-owned and operated inn needs. She's also the pastry chef for the on-site restaurant, lonely, and not happy when her ex-boyfriend comes into town looking to buy the land where the inn sits.

Alissa Heartwood captains a fishing boat and is the pastry chef for her family-owned and operated empire on an island off the coast of South Carolina. With summer looming, she feels destined to be on the fishing boat before dawn and chained to the kitchen in order to get the pastries out for all the customers coming to the island.

Shawn Newman is only going to be on his hometown island for a few weeks - just long enough to get the Heartwoods to sell their land. That's what he tells himself anyway. He should've known that the sight of Lissa would bring up memories from two decades ago when they used to date.

Besides, the Heartwoods aren't interested in selling. Lissa is resistant to his reappearance in her life too. As Shawn rediscovers the beauty of the island where he grew up, Lissa thinks she might have jumped to too many conclusions about her ex.

Can Shawn and Alissa make their second chance summer relationship into something long-lasting this time?

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  1. Listening Length
    4 hours and 4 minutes
  2. Author
    Elana Johnson
  3. Narrator
    Anne Marie Lewis
  4. Audible release date
    January 24, 2022
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    AEJ Creative Works
  7. ASIN
    B09QXDRT2L
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 4 hours and 4 minutes
Author Elana Johnson
Narrator Anne Marie Lewis
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date January 24, 2022
Publisher AEJ Creative Works
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B09QXDRT2L
Best Sellers Rank #421,977 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#13,186 in Women's Fiction (Audible Books & Originals)
#32,230 in Contemporary Romance (Audible Books & Originals)
#37,730 in Contemporary Women Fiction

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Customers enjoy this sweet beach romance novel, with one review highlighting its touching story about love and trust. Moreover, the book features great characters and is easy to read, with one customer noting it's a fast read. Additionally, customers find the book will make them hungry.

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30 customers mention "Story quality"30 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy this sweet beach romance, describing it as a touching story about love and trust.

"A light hearted beach read about two people who had dated seriously when out of high school, meet again when they're older, with much distrust for..." Read more

"...A touching story about love and trust." Read more

"Once again, another great story has been written for our enjoyment. I've read many books by Elana Johnson and have never been disappointed...." Read more

"...It was interesting, had good characters, and believable scenes. What this book didn't have was heart...." Read more

27 customers mention "Readability"27 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable and fun to read, with one customer noting it's a relaxing experience.

"Good book outside my usual genre. It kept me interested from page 1 which speaks of how good it truly is. Very clean which is very refreshing...." Read more

"...This story will keep you turning pages as the summer closes with love renewed!" Read more

"This book should have been a five star read. It was interesting, had good characters, and believable scenes. What this book didn't have was heart...." Read more

"...It is the first book in a new series." Read more

10 customers mention "Character development"10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...She writes with such openness of heart and makes the characters so real....I feel like I know them all and am right there with them...on the beach,..." Read more

"...It was interesting, had good characters, and believable scenes. What this book didn't have was heart...." Read more

"...Charming town, delightful characters and just a little drama, will keep you reading. Looking forward to the next Heartwood sister story." Read more

"...Overall, though, this was a good read with a cast of characters I am interested in reading more about." Read more

7 customers mention "Writing quality"7 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it easy to read, with one customer noting it's a clean and fast read.

"...She writes with such openness of heart and makes the characters so real....I feel like I know them all and am right there with them...on the beach,..." Read more

"Enjoyed the book. Easy to read and finished quickly...." Read more

"...My praise for a well written novel. I will be reading more of Elana Johnson’s works." Read more

"...Second chances are always the best! Great writing and great characters. I can' wait to read the rest of their stories." Read more

3 customers mention "Food content"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the food content in the book, with several noting it makes them hungry, and one describing it as descriptive and yummy.

"...I like easy romance books, the sea, food, adventure and the beach...." Read more

"...And the descriptive yummy food, will make you hungry. Charming town, delightful characters and just a little drama, will keep you reading...." Read more

"This was such a wonderful book plus it kept me hungry all the time! The characters are so real and this is going to be a wonderful series I know!" Read more

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  • LinTings
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great romance
    Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2024
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    Good book outside my usual genre. It kept me interested from page 1 which speaks of how good it truly is. Very clean which is very refreshing. I will read more from Ms Johnson.
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  • Kathy Archambeau
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Sweet beach read
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2024
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    A light hearted beach read about two people who had dated seriously when out of high school, meet again when they're older, with much distrust for them both!
    Carters Cove is a beach community of summer delights which will enchant the reader with its Island charm.
    This story will keep you turning pages as the summer closes with love renewed!
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  • Sandy H
    5.0 out of 5 stars Start of a series
    Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2023
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    Alissa Hartwood captains a fishing boat to stock her family’s restaurant, and she’s the main pastry chef for their hotel. When her once boyfriend, Shawn Newman returns to the island wanting to purchase their land, he finds they won’t sell. He sticks around, and they begin dating again. When he gets called back to Miami, he discovers his boss can’t be trusted and he’d rather live on the island. Both he and Alissa have to reconcile over things that were said between them. A touching story about love and trust.
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  • CALLY1999
    5.0 out of 5 stars ANOTHER WINNER FROM ELANA JOHNSON!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2021
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    Once again, another great story has been written for our enjoyment. I've read many books by Elana Johnson and have never been disappointed. She writes with such openness of heart and makes the characters so real....I feel like I know them all and am right there with them...on the beach, at the hotel, strolling down the streets during the festival events, etc. Great story, super author. If you are looking for an amazing time to take a break from the worldly garbage to go to a GODLY location with quality people who are encountering real issues.... I HIGHLY recommend this book and others by this author. ELANA.....PLEASE don't stop writing! GOD BLESS
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  • Laurel
    3.0 out of 5 stars Nice Clean Read
    Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2021
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    This book should have been a five star read. It was interesting, had good characters, and believable scenes. What this book didn't have was heart. I just didn't feel a connection to any of the characters, or connections between each other.
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  • Nathan J.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Second chance romance
    Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2019
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    Shawn and Alissa once knew each other well. More then well. They were high school sweethearts until Shawn went after a different girl and broke Alissa’s heart. Now nearly 20 years later they meet again under business circumstances. He is sent to buy out their inn. The same inn that has been in Alissa’s Family for years. The question is whether Shawn and his company will take no for an answer or if they will try to use underhanded tactics to get the land they want. Shawna and Alissa still feel a connection and attraction to each other but if they are going to reunite forgiveness and trust must find a way into their hearts. This is a cute, short, clean romance with a few sweet kisses. It is the first book in a new series.
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  • GiGi
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Heartwood Sea (Carter’s Cove Beach Romance Book 1) a perfect read.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2022
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    I loved this book for several reasons! I like easy romance books, the sea, food, adventure and the beach. Handsome people who are beautiful inside and out, who have scruples and strong work ethics make for a great read. If I ever ran away it would be to live in a cabin on the beach. My problem would be, no job, I’m way past the years to just go and enjoy. Everyone in this book is perfect for their part. Enjoy!
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  • to_busy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Light hearted
    Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2023
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    Enjoyed the book. Easy to read and finished quickly. My only complaint was when finished I was ready to read #2 and my kindle app wouldn’t find the book or download. I had to hunt on Amazon to find it.
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  • Margaret
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 15, 2023
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    I really enjoyed this story. It’s one of those stories that you don’t want to end!
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  • juan
    4.0 out of 5 stars bien
    Reviewed in Spain on April 2, 2023
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    me gusta
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  • Robyn Butler
    4.0 out of 5 stars Nice Read
    Reviewed in Australia on March 26, 2024
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    I enjoyed this book just as I have enjoyed many books by this Author Alana Johnson. She writes from her heart.
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  • vernemo
    5.0 out of 5 stars good book!
    Reviewed in Canada on August 4, 2023
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    This was a very good clean book. The story was very interesting and the characters were awesome normal people. Felt like we lived among them on the beautiful island. I highly recommend this series and this author.
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  • Julie
    4.0 out of 5 stars Ok
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 18, 2022
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    Ok
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