Jackie is a writer for a local magazine that highlights local buisnesses but has dreams of owning her own bed and breakfast. Not just any B&B, but the Bailey House. Jackie, and her best friend Minnie, grew up visiting the Bailey House and spending time with the owners. It became their favorite place to visit, of course the lemon cookies and raspberry soda was a bonus that was served by Mrs. Bailey and made their visit even more special.
The characters in this book became so real. They struggled with the same problems that many people struggle with. While Jackie has her heart set on owning the Bailey house, her family has other plans. They want her to get married. This leads to lots of blind dates for Jackie. Minnie lost her husband in a tragic boating accident and is left to raise their little boy, Zane, by himself. Minnie also had to put her mother in a nursing home. Her mother is confined to a wheel chair and can barely speak.
This leads to an interesting story of Jackie finally finding a way to accomplish her dreams (and maybe her family's too!). We also watch as Minnie grieves the loss of her husband, but slowly begins to heal. This is a very endearing story that makes you love the characters and has you cheering them on along the way.
This book was sent to me by Bethany House Publishers as part of their book review program. I was sent a free copy of this book to review. I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions expressed are my own.
