About the Book

Title: Meet Me at the Grand
Series: Jonathon Island #1
Author: Lindsay Harrel
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Genre: Christian Contemporary Romance
Release Date: April 22, 2025

The last thing she needs is for some big-city know-it-all to destroy everything she loves…

Tourism director Dani Sullivan is desperate to save her island home from bankruptcy—and that means rebuilding the Grand Sullivan Hotel, a once-glorious hotel that burned to the ground ten years ago. And, in the aftermath, tore apart her family. So yes, she’ll bring in an outside developer to help ignite the project. But his too-modern, out-of-touch vision isn’t at all what Jonathon Island needs…or is it?

It’s his last chance to get everything he wants…and she’s standing in the way. 

Architect Liam Stone isn’t a fan of small towns located in the middle of nowhere. But when his about-to-retire father hands him the assignment to rebuild the Grand, it’s his chance to prove he can take over the company. Only problem—the stubborn tourism director-slash-protector of Jonathon Island refuses to see things his way.

Maybe Liam can change her mind. Except Dani’s plan is the same. Change Liam’s mind, make him see what he might be missing. Hopefully without getting her heart involved.

And when another builder shows up with big plans…suddenly Liam sees what’s at stake, and it isn’t only the Grand Hotel. But is it too late to save everything he’s started to love?

It’s a battle for the future of Jonathon Island in this heartwarming fish-out-of-water, rivals, and fresh-starts small-town romance, the first in the Jonathon Island series.

Great for fans of:
City mouse/country mouse (or big-city guy, small-town girl)
Opposites attract
Fish out of water
Reluctant ally

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About the Author

Lindsay Harrel is a CBA best-selling novelist of romantic women’s fiction and lifelong book nerd who lives in Arizona with her young family and two golden retrievers in serious need of training. With more than 15 years of editing and writing experience gained doing a variety of jobs, Lindsay now juggles stay-at-home mommyhood with writing novels. As the Editorial Director of Sunrise Publishing, she has a passion for not only helping authors improve their stories and find their voice, but also for getting messages of hope out into the world. When she’s not writing or chasing after her children, Lindsay enjoys making a fool of herself at Zumba, curling up with anything by Jane Austen, and savoring sour candy one piece at a time. Connect with her at www.LindsayHarrel.com.

My Review

Meet Me at the Grand
by Lindsay Harrel
Book 1 in the Jonathon Island series
Rating: 4.5/5

I do love when a story can so capture your imagination that you are transported to a new place with fun characters. This new series does exactly that and more. I was excited to explore Jonathon Island and its many characters and I cannot wait to read more. I always enjoy a good opposite attract love story and I could not help but root for the couple despite the circumstances. Liam and Dani are an adorable couple and the reader cannot help but to root for them. I enjoyed the parts that made me laugh and the parts that made me cry. This heartwarming story is full of all the good things yet still manages to be authentic and vulnerable while weaving in faith and hope.

Highly recommend for those who are looking for a faith-filled, fun, spring romance that will sweep you away to a small town on a beautiful island.

My thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with an ARC of the book. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own. No positive review was expected and no compensation received.

About the Book

Title: Rescued Faith
Series: Last Chance Fire and Rescue #6
Authors: Lisa Phillips, Michelle Sass Aleckson
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense
Release Date: April 15, 2025

When private detective Penny Mitchell’s latest case takes her right back to the last place on earth she wants to go, she must make a choice—continue running from her past, leaving Last Chance County for good, or stay and ensure that her sister and her kids are safe. Even if that means running into her ex.

Rescue firefighter and notorious playboy Bryce Crawford is supposed to be a different guy now that he’s come to faith, but he isn’t exactly sure how to do that—especially when the woman who broke his heart comes back to town. As if seeing Penny isn’t dangerous enough, they have to work together on a new task force to find the criminals responsible for the recent string of explosions and epidemic of dangerous new weapons on the streets.

Together, Penny and Bryce must set aside their past and race against time to uncover the criminals’ end game…and stop them before it’s too late.

Dive into this heart-pounding romantic suspense where danger lurks around every corner and second chances come at a price. Rescued Faith is a thrilling tale of redemption, forgiveness, and the unbreakable bonds of family in the face of adversity.

Purchase your copy here.

About the Authors

Lisa Phillips is a USA Today and top ten Publishers Weekly bestselling author of over 50 books that span Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line, independently published series romantic suspense, and thriller novels. She’s discovered a penchant for high-stakes stories of mayhem and disaster where you can find made-for-each-other love that always ends in happily ever after.

Lisa is a British ex-pat who grew up an hour outside of London and attended Calvary Chapel Bible College, where she met her husband. He’s from California, but nobody’s perfect. It wasn’t until her Bible College graduation that she figured out she was a writer (someone told her). As a worship leader for Calvary Chapel churches in her local area, Lisa has discovered a love for mentoring new ministry members and youth worship musicians.

Connect with Lisa by visiting authorlisaphillips.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates. Discover the world of Last Chance County at www.lastchancecounty.com.

After growing upon both the east and west coasts, Michelle Sass Aleckson now lives the country life in central Minnesota with her own hero and their four kids. She loves rocking out to 80’s music on a Saturday night, playing Balderdash with the fam, and getting lost in good stories. Especially stories that shine grace. And if you’re wondering, yes, Sass is her maiden name. Visit her atwww.michellealeckson.com.

CONNECT WITH MICHELLE: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

My Review

Rescued Faith
by Lisa Phillips, Michelle Sass Aleckson
Book 6 in the Last Chance Fire and Rescue series
Rating: 4/5

As always, the authors deliver an exceptional story with realistic characters and adrenaline-filled adventures and suspense that will keep you reading until the end. Penny is back in Last Chance County and still drawn to Bryce, the playboy firefighter who broke her heart. They are swept back together by a case and unable to avoid each other. Can they make amends for the mistakes of the past? Since Bryce show Penny how much he’s changed and hasn’t gotten over her? The chemistry between the two main characters is swoon worthy and the redemptive arc is endearing. Faith is woven throughout which only adds to the story. 

Highly recommend if you enjoy Christian, nonstop action and suspense wrapped around a beautiful second chances romance. 

My thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with an ARC of the book. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own. No positive review was expected and no compensation received. 

More in the Series

Read my review of Expired Hope here.
Read my review of Expired Vows here.
Read my review of Rescued Duty here.