Author: Wendy Wax
Genre: Women's Fiction
Series: Beach Road #3
Publication Date: 1st July 2014
Pages: 416
Book Source: own purchase
Synopsis: Maddie, Avery, and Nikki first got to know one another—perhaps all too well—while desperately restoring a beachfront mansion to its former grandeur. Now they’re putting that experience to professional use. But their latest project has presented some challenges they couldn’t have dreamed up in their wildest fantasies—although the house does belong to a man who actually was Maddie’s wildest fantasy once . . .
Rock-and-roll legend “William the Wild” Hightower may be past his prime, estranged from his family, and creatively blocked, but he’s still worshiped by fans—which is why he guards his privacy on his own island in the Florida Keys. He’s not thrilled about letting this crew turn his piece of paradise into a bed-and-breakfast for a reality show . . . though he is intrigued by Maddie. Hard as that is for her to believe as a newly single woman who can barely manage a dog paddle in the dating pool.
But whether it’s an unexpected flirtation with a bona fide rock star, a strained mother-daughter relationship, or a sudden tragedy, these women are in it together. The only thing that might drive them apart is being trapped on a houseboat with one bathroom . . .
My Thoughts:
Back in my happy place with Do
Over crew Maddie, Avery, Nikki, Kyra and Deidre ... I keep saying these women could renovate a garbage can and I'd be
along for the ride.
I love the reno/rehabbing details, the beautifully described
surrounds, sunrises and sunsets. Most
of all I love the womens' personal do-overs, their growth individually and in
their relationships. Read the books in order and you see that progression, feel
their frustration, laugh and cry with them, cheer them on.
Their latest assignment in Florida Keys is the
run down estate of former rocker, William Hightower aka William the Wild. I honestly didn't think the whole aging rock star - ego -rehab -
recovering alcoholic 'thing' would do it for me but I'm happy to admit I was
sooo wrong, and I loved that the spotlight was on Maddie in this installment.
This series is all about transformations ... The House on Mermaid
Point takes an unexpected sad turn, an emotionally real one but through laughs
and tears, I'm hooked. I love these women and I love their connection ...
can't wait to see what they're up to next.
PS Booyah! for the *up yours* to
bitch production head Lisa Hogan :)
If you need more convincing check out my reviews of the first two books in the series -
Ten Beach Road (and my strawberry daiquiri recipe)
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I loved it (and had the same misgivings about the whole rock star story) and hope there will be another Do Over Girls story soon. Glad you enjoyed it too!
ReplyDelete:) fingers crossed ... I love this series!!
DeletePS glad I wasn't the only one skeptical about the rocker lol but I love it when misgivings prove unwarranted.
This sounds so fun!!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou have to read these Julie ... you will love them!!
DeleteHaven't read any of them and now you've got me intrigued.
ReplyDeleteyay can't wait to hear what you think Mystica :)
DeleteI wanna read it :D
ReplyDeletedon't wait too long B ;)
DeleteOoo this sounds like a wonderful place to escape to with colorful characters. That cover just screams read me
ReplyDeletedoesn't it ... the series so far has great covers, perfect match for the contents too lol
DeleteA series I hope to start someday soon. It must be good if you are still raving and it's book #4!
ReplyDeleteI know right ;) hope you get to it sooner rather than later Stacy
DeleteYes nice to see Lisa Hogan get her come uppance. I'd love to see the women with their own production company!
ReplyDeletetotally agree Kathryn ... we make a good fan club lol
DeleteI need to read this one - LOVE this author!
ReplyDeletesqueeee me too Sheila:)
DeleteI must must must read some Wendy Wax soon!! Loved your review.
ReplyDeleteHurry up Karen, I want someone else to rave to haha
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