Book Review of Second Chance Season by Emily March: Secrets, Family, and Forgiveness @emilymarchbooks @readforeverpub

Second Chance Season delves into the exploration of identity, family bonds, and the healing power of second chances.

Acknowledgments:

Thank you to Forever Publishing and Netgalley for the ARC of this ebook. The thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own.

Summary:

When young bride-to-be Zoey Hillcrest chooses the newly refurbished Inn at Mirror Lake for her destination wedding, she unknowingly sets off a chain of events that will forever change the lives of sisters Genevieve Prentice and Helen McDaniel. A chance encounter after Zoey’s arrival reveals a long-buried family secret and introduces them to a niece they never knew existed. Amidst broken engagements, family betrayal, and the shock of a secret baby, the three women must navigate the tumultuous waters of their pasts. As they grapple with these unexpected revelations, Zoey, Helen, and Genevieve are forced to reconcile with each other and their histories to embrace the promise of new beginnings and second chances at love.

My Thoughts:

Returning to the Lake in the Clouds setting for Second Chance Season by Emily March felt like revisiting an old friend. March’s description of this small Rocky Mountain town is so majestic and tranquil that it almost feels like a character in its own right. Who wouldn’t want to spend time there? This book is the third in the series, and while it can certainly be enjoyed as a standalone, having read the previous books adds an extra layer of depth to the story.

In Second Chance Season, we’re introduced to Zoey Hillcrest, a young bride-to-be who is still completing the last few months of her medical education. Newly engaged, she dreams of getting married at the Inn at Mirror Lake, but what she uncovers there is more than just a wedding venue—it’s the key to her lifelong quest of discovering who she truly is. What she finds will not only change her life but also deeply affect those around her, including the series’ main characters.

I particularly loved how the story alternates between Zoey, Genevieve Prentice, and Helen McDaniel. Through these intertwined storylines, we gain insight into Genevieve and Helen’s pasts, uncovering family secrets that deepen the already strong bond between these women. Without giving too much away, there’s a powerful message of hope and forgiveness woven throughout the narrative that leaves a lasting impression.

Final Thoughts:

This is, without a doubt, my favorite book in the series. While I can’t help but hope for a fourth instalment, Second Chance Season feels like the perfect conclusion to a beautiful series.

Other Books In The Series:

The Getaway (Book One)

Balancing Act (Book Two)