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New York Times bestselling author Luanne Rice brings back two of her most beloved characters to tell of two undying love affairs. . . . Sister Bernadette Ignatius has returned to Ireland in the company of Tom Kelly to search for the son they left behind. For it was here that these two long-ago lovers spent a season of magic before Bernadette’s calling led her to a vocation as Mother Superior at Star of the Sea Academy. For Tom, Bernadette’s choice meant giving up his fortune and taking the job as caretaker at Star of the Sea, where he could be close to the woman he could no longer have but never stopped loving. And somewhere in Dublin a young man named Seamus Sullivan is also on a search, dreaming of being reunited with his own first love, the only “family” he’s ever known. They’d been inseparable growing up together at the orphanage, until Kathleen Murphy’s parents claimed her and she vanished to America. Now that very girl, grown to womanhood, works as a maid and waits for the miracle that will bring back the only boy she’s ever loved. That miracle is at hand–for life’s greatest rewards are reached only by those who dare to risk everything . . . for what matters most.
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"Luanne Rice was a new author to me that my Mom recommended. I thought this book was fantastic!! The relationships were well developed, the plot was interesting. It kept me reading until late. A tear jerker at the end.. but still a wonderful boook!"
— Melanie (5 out of 5 stars)
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" Sequel to Sand Castles and is a must read if you read the first book. Luanne Rice really captures the feelings of a family! "
— Claudia, 2/15/2014 -
" I really liked this book. It was a very intriguing story about two generations of couples, how their lives intertwined and a lot of twists and turns in their relationships. It definitely shows the power of love and faith. I recommend it highly. "
— Bevhuckabagmail.com, 1/26/2014 -
" I really like this book. I will be looking for other Luanne Rice books to read! "
— Jeri, 1/24/2014 -
" This was a good train book. Nothing special. "
— Kelly, 1/21/2014 -
" Enjoyed the story, but some of the language bothered me. "
— Valerie, 1/20/2014 -
" Very good book. I would read more by this author. "
— Arlene, 1/16/2014 -
" a small step above a romance novel. again, 2.75 stars. "
— Melissa, 1/15/2014 -
" This plot had both expected and unexpected twists for me which I liked. I have to admit that I skimmed some parts that were tedious description-wise in order to get to some action or dialogue. "
— Brandy, 1/15/2014 -
" Great book--tear jerker at end! "
— SandyL, 1/14/2014 -
" There is a book that you must read before this one, to help tie the story together. "
— Danielle, 12/6/2013 -
" This is about the strength it takes to love almost beyond anything else and also how a religious committment to a vow has to be equally strong or more so. "
— Marie, 11/14/2013 -
" this is an awesome and great. i cried when i got towards the end. "
— Verna, 9/29/2013 -
" Okay story, but not my cup of tea. "
— Sandra, 9/1/2013 -
" So far so good. A Typical Luanne Rice book. Good plot and easy reading. A chick lit book for sure. "
— Barbara, 7/3/2013 -
" very good story keeps you reading not wanting to put this book down, a bit sad you will have a good cry but well worth it! "
— Jenee, 6/8/2013 -
" I really liked this book. Good reader. A reader can make or break a book. Didn't particularly care for the nun & her boyfriend though. "
— Odetta, 5/30/2013 -
" Was very disappointed in the ending. Just when you think everything is going to work out - everything goes to hell....Could have skipped Kathleen getting pregnant in my opinion! "
— Pam, 3/22/2013 -
" the second part of sandcastles....much better..but prob moreso since i could relate to the religion thing...but the ending kinda left u hanging "
— Jyoti, 3/10/2013 -
" I loved this book. I thought it was a good love story that didn't get trashy. It was an easy book to get into and I read it really fast. "
— Jessica, 1/18/2013 -
" The entire plot was just one coincidence after another. Very, very few of the events in this book could actually happen in real life. "
— Caroline, 2/23/2011 -
" I think I have read another of her books that took place in previous years. Good book. "
— Joann, 2/20/2011 -
" I enjoyed this book. I really can't talk about it at all without giving away the plot. But it is definitely a different kind of love story. "
— Niki, 1/24/2011 -
" one of luanne rice's best! but still, there's this question in my mind that remained unanswered: who's Brendan McCarthy's parents? "
— Jan, 1/19/2011 -
" Good story about Family, Love and Devotion, Hardships and Life Consequences. The book bounces between the States and Ireland surrounding the intertwining lives of 4 characters. "
— Rene, 1/18/2011 -
" Enjoyed the story, but some of the language bothered me. "
— Valerie, 11/14/2010 -
" I was hooked. I had the audio in the car and the book in my purse so I didn't miss a moment. the end was a SHOCKER. I cried though :( "
— Jessi, 11/11/2010 -
" I liked the story. It was sweet and kept me listening. "
— Shannon, 10/27/2010 -
" Great book--tear jerker at end! "
— SandyL, 10/23/2010
About Luanne Rice
Luanne Rice is the author of more than thirty novels, including the New York Times bestseller Sandcastles. Many of her novels have been made into movies for television. Her short stories, essays, and articles have been widely published in magazines and newspapers. She received the 2014 Connecticut Governor’s Arts Award for excellence and lifetime achievement in the Literary Arts category.
About Ann Marie Lee
Ann Marie Lee is a seven-time winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award for narration. She is a Los Angeles–based actress with television credits that include ER, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and Nip/Tuck. Her stage performances for Broadway National Tours and regional theater include Peter Pan, As You Like It, Heartbreak House, and The Cherry Orchard.