Sand, Salt, and Spirits by Kathryn Hills (Last Chance Beach Romance) | Review, $25 Giveaway, Excerpt
A book blog tour from Goddess Fish Promotions.
Thank you to the author, publisher, and Marianne & Judy at Goddess Fish for providing me with the information for this tour.
Book Details
Sand, Salt, and Spirits: Last Chance Beach Romance by Kathryn Hills Published by Independent on September 26, 2021
Genres: Fiction, Holiday Fiction, Paranormal, Romance, Romantic Comedy
Format: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 194
Can a weekend visit to Last Chance Beach undo decades of brokenhearted memories? Conjuring up some island magic might just be their trick. Or treat!
Kyle Worthington hasn’t returned to Last Chance Beach in years. He’s worked hard to prove himself to his overbearing father and the rest of the world. Now it’s October, and the vacation island paradise is celebrating the season with an island-wide Fall Festival. Family obligation demands he participate. Everyone will be there, including the ghost that haunts his grandparents’ B&B.
The running joke that Kyle never sticks with anything—not a career or a woman—will continue to plague him. Unless he brings a knockout of a date to the weekend-long event. Cassandra Corwin fits the bill perfectly. Kyle’s had his eye on his brilliant, beautiful co-worker since day one. But Cassie is an enigma, a loner. There’s no room in her life for anyone except Odin, her goofball of a Great Dane.
Will this woman of mystery agree to Kyle’s scheme to impress his family? Can two near-strangers from opposite worlds survive family gatherings and back-to-back Halloween events while pretending to be a couple? Kyle’s father seems hell-bent on derailing everything before they even shout “Boo!”
Or will the island’s magic prove too powerful for them to resist?
Source: Goddess Fish Promotions, Received from the author or publisher for review.
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Excerpt from Sand, Salt, and Spirits
Kyle’s brain screamed, okay…time to fess up. “Cassie…before we go any further, there’s something I must confess. Please don’t get mad.”
Her smile evaporated. “Oh, that’s never good.”
“Hang on…it’s not good, but it’s not terrible, either.”
“Yet to be determined.” She crossed her arms and leveled a hard stare on him. “Spill it.”
“I may have…Okay, I definitely said…you’re my girlfriend.” Kyle cringed in anticipation of her reaction.
“You said what?” Her voice spiked.
“I’m sorry. I don’t know what came over me.”
“A death wish?” she accused with a scowl. “Who did you say this to?”
“Not many. Just my sister, Kat.” He swallowed hard and took a step back. “She told my grandmother.”
“No?” Her tone went dangerously low.
“…who then told my mother when she called to say she wasn’t sure if she was coming. Who, in turn, told Kendall, my younger sister. Who really isn’t coming, by the way. So, that part’s good.”
“Is it now, Kyle? Really?” Cassie demanded with an infuriated huff.
“Yeah…except Kat told her boyfriend, Ben. Now I’m done. I think. Maybe not. News travels fast on Last Chance Beach.”
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My thoughts on Sand, Salt, and Spirits
They just predicted our first snow of the season making this the perfect time to read a new tale from Last Chance Beach. There are six books in this collection. I know Sand, Salt, and Spirits works well as a stand-alone because I haven’t read any of the others, yet I enjoyed this book immensely. I’ll be adding more from this series and author.
Cassie and Kyle are perfect for each other from their opposites attract to their crappy parents. The romance is steamy and the setting is serene. I’m not sure which characters have been featured in the other books, but they all deserve one. The ghostly connection adds a fun layer to the story and there are some incredible dog characters.
The authors writes with a descriptive vibe that paints the island to perfection!
LAST CHANCE BEACH ROMANCE is a line of single-title, full-length romance novels, united by the setting of Last Chance Beach.
There are six books in the series.
I received a copy of the book for the tour. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.
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I read as many books as possible through the Amazon Kindle Unlimited program.
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About Kathryn Hills
Kathryn Hills
The rich history and many mysteries of New England are the perfect backdrops for many of KATHRYN’s books. Winding roads lined by old stone walls, forgotten cemeteries, grand homes with shadowy pasts...all sparks for her imagination.
Whether it’s a quaint seaside town or the vibrant city of Boston, it’s easy for this “hauntingly romantic” author to envision the past mingling with the present. No surprise, some of Kathryn’s favorite stories include ghosts! Sprinkle in some magic, and you’re off on a great adventure.
When not writing, this best-selling author is reading, researching, gardening, or cooking up something special in her chaotic kitchen. She shares her colonial home in the north woods with those she loves most – her wonderful husband, daughter, and three crazy dogs.
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Giveaway!
Kathryn Hills will be awarding a $25 Amazon or Barnes and Noble GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour.
Visit more stops on the tour for extra chances to win!
October 25: The Key Of Love
October 25: Harlie’s Books review
October 26: Locks, Hooks and Books
October 26: Long and Short Reviews
October 27: Sandra’s Book Club review
October 27: Full Moon Dreaming
October 28: Literary Gold
October 29: All the Ups and Downs
October 29: Wendi Zwaduk ~ Romance to Make Your Heart Race
November 1: Fabulous and Brunette
November 2: Gina Rae Mitchell review
November 2: Westveil Publishing
November 3: Viviana MacKade
November 3: Stormy Nights Reviewing & Bloggin’
November 4: Momma Says: To Read or Not to Read
November 5: Hope. Dreams. Life… Love
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[…] Gina Rae Mitchell […]
Beautiful cover sounds really good!
It was a very quick, fun read.
Oh this sounds so good, and I love the fall festival happening! Cannot wait to read and see if they can pull it off! And…if they fall in the process!
It’s such a fun book. Let me know what you think once you read it.
Yes, please, Laurajj, let me know what you think of Kyle and Cassie’s story!
The book sound good and I love the cover.
It is a great cover.
Thanks, Sherry! Such a fun book to imagine and write. I hope you make a visit to Last Chance Beach. Be sure to let me know if you do! 😀
I love the cover and the book sounds great! Thanks for sharing an excerpt! Nice review!
Thanks Elizabeth!
Thank you, Elizabeth H.! The cover was designed by the talented artist, Kristian Norris. She’s done quiet a few for me now, and we work very well together. It was challenging though…conjuring up a visual for a Halloween/autumn themed romance set on a vacation island paradise. I think we got it though. *wink*
Kathryn Hills is sort of new to me. I have read her book series, “A Time Traveler’s Journey” and I really enjoyed it.
Hi, Audrey! Thanks for stopping by and commenting. I’m so glad you enjoyed my Time Traveler’s Journey Series! My roots are firm in fantasy/paranormal romance, but I’ve also discovered I like writing in other sub-genres of romance. This fun in the sun, spooky contemporary was exciting to write, because it allowed me to explore what it would be like to combine some of my favorite things – the beach, Halloween, and ghosts. It’s different, I’ll say that, but it’s wicked wonderful! I hope you’ll check out some of my other books and let me know what you thing. 😀
Thank you for hosting Kathryn’s great book and for your lovely review. Kathryn knows just how to add the spooky!
Thank you, Gina, for hosting me on your lovely blog today! I’m so glad you enjoyed Sand, Salt, and Spirits because there’s so much of me infused in this book. Those loveable dogs? Inspired by my three goobers. hahaha The ghost? That’s a great spooky story for another day. But the setting? I adore Sandpiper Cottage and The Secondhand Hearts Antique Shop. I would certainly call them home. Thanks for reading and reviewing. Means the world to me!
It’s my pleasure, Kathryn. Thank you for hanging out with me today and visiting with my readers.
Thanks for hosting!