In this newest installment of Irene Hannon's Hope Harbor series, readers meet actress Katherine Parker and coffee shop owner Zach Garrett. Katherine has retreated to the quaint town of Hope Harbor, Oregon to escape the limelight and paparazzi after the unexpected death of a co-star. Despite the news that she's been offered a starring role in an A-List movie, however, Kate begins to question whether a fast-paced life in Hollywood is really where she belongs. Having left a lucrative career behind after the death of his brother, Zach has finally found peace running a coffee shop in Hope Harbor. When he meets his mysterious new neighbor on their shared beech, sparks immediately fly. Will he have the courage to give his heart to a woman who might return to her old life at any minute? Will Kate manage to figure out what she wants in life? Would Zach potentially be a part of that equation?
As per my expectations going in, Blackberry Beach reads like a classic Hallmark movie. Zach was perfectly swoon worthy as the small-town hunk, and Katherine was both relatable and likable. Having read several of Hannon's other Hope Harbor novels, I also enjoyed getting to check in on some of my favorite characters. This particular story, however, does stand on its own for those unfamiliar with Hope Harbor, Oregon. (Just a note: if you're looking for my favorite of the series, start with Sandpiper Cove!) Was the plot predictable? Yes. Don't expect many twists, turns, or surprises, and instead just enjoy the sugary sweetness of a clean, contemporary love story.
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