Kate Vale

In the 3rd book of The Lamberts of Pacific Knoll, we get to know Chris Lambert another one of their sons. He is more of the black sheep of the family, foregoing college to follow his passion for building houses and refurbishing furniture. He is also passionate about women—without the commitment gene that two of his older siblings have. He is more of a one-night stand man. The only constant woman in his life is Teddy and she has known him since they were kids. Chris is tall, dark and handsome and from a prominent family, and Teddy is taller, a beautiful red-head and a tomboy artist from the wrong side of the tracks. Teddy works construction jobs with Chris and does her art on the side. Just as their businesses are taking off a series of upsetting events derail their efforts, and they both have to stop and reevaluate where there business and friendship begins and ends. Kate Vale’s characters are relatable, slightly flawed, and have real problems. This can be a stand alone book, but I’ve enjoyed reading the series. Forever Friends is another 4 star contemporary novel that I can recommend to YA and adult readers.… (plus d'informations)

In book two of The Lamberts of Pacific Knoll we meet Debra Lambert, a high school counselor, who has it all together except when it comes to choosing the right man. She’s had one disastrous marriage, and there is something off about the professor she is currently dating. Then when Debra finds one of his students trying to commit suicide, she starts questioning how well she really knows this professor. Added to her confusion is Todd Prescott, a lawyer in her brother Fletchers law firm. Todd has feelings for Debra, but she thinks he is overly protective of her, like her brother is, and she wants to prove she can take care of herself. But can she?
I liked this continued story line about the Lambert family and getting to know each one a little better. In book one, “Chance Encounter,” I was introduced to Fletcher, Lexi and her little boy Chance; and in book two there is a continuation of their story. Also there is some mystery, and some action, but mostly it is Debra and Todd working through their miscommunications and trying to understand if their feelings can be trusted. I’m starting book 3 and can’t wait to learn more about another sibling in the Lambert family. One warning is that there is some sexual content in this Contemporary Fiction novel. 4 stars… (plus d'informations)

In book one of The Lamberts of Pacific Knoll; author Kate Vale introduces us to Fletcher Lambert who is grieving the death of his wife and child. For most of a year since their deaths he has hidden away in his law firm, and has even shied away from spending time with his family. He just can’t move on, so he decides to take time away from so many memories by going to a quiet beach town on the coast of Washington.
Lexi McCord and her little son Chance are living a hidden life in the small beach town that Fletcher is going to for a rest. When Fletcher meets Chance his heart begins to open up again, and then when he meets Lexi and finds out she is hiding from an abusive ex, his heart is touched again and he wants to protect her: as a lawyer or maybe more. To become friends they both must learn to trust each other. I’ve read 3 books by Kate Vale and loved each one. Her writing keeps you wanting to read one more chapter and her characters are relatable. Great contemporary fiction that I can give 4+ stars with only a little warning for some adult situations. I hear there is more of this series on the way.… (plus d'informations)