The Inn at Rose Harbor by Debbie Macomber is a 2012 Ballantine Books publication.

This is the first book in a five-book arc, which is a slight spin off from the Cedar Cove series. I loved the setup- Jo Marie, a widow, buys a B&B and welcomes guests with troubled souls- which means we get two fresh stories in each installment while we follow Jo Marie’s own journey back to happiness after losing the love of her life.

I found myself easily caught up in the drama- Abby and Joshua each had compelling and emotional stories. I think this is a series that will appeal to readers who enjoy stories about people overcoming emotional traumas, who find forgiveness, healing, and peace- with only mild romantic elements,but will also appeals to romance lovers- though the romance is not the main focal point.

This is good story telling and it is easy to see why Macomber is so very popular. This book is a a little over a decade old, but shows very few signs of age.

I’m looking forward to meeting the next set of visitors to the Rose Harbor Inn!!

*This book has a bonus novella- which I will review separately. ( )

The Inn at Rose Harbor by the well known writer, Debbie Macomber is the first in a new series about the fictional town of Cedar Cove. Macomber is a favorite romance writer. This book is found on our shelves under the number F/MAC.

The Inn at Rose Harbor is a nice story. It is about people who have a lot of sad in their lives and their healing. There is no killing, violence or sex. Just a nice story. The book is recommended in this review as a little escape from the reader's life thereby receiving four stars. ( )

Based in the Pacific Northwest Town of Cedar Cove where a charming cast of characters finds love, forgiveness, and renewal behind the doors of the cozy Rose Harbor Inn.

Widowed when her military husband died in Afghanistan, Jo Marie needed a change. She opens a B&B, and soon discovers that it’s not only herself who needs healing from a past gone wrong. Her first two guests have very different problems that need closure. Talking with Jo Marie who lends a sympathies ear, they are able to make that leap into future happiness. Is there something special about Jo Marie that helps them come to terms with their problems? Or maybe the Inn itself holds some kind of unexplained magic. Whatever it is, this series promises to be a delightful one, full of friendship, hope, and maybe even love. ( )