Synopsis

The staffers at Hope Springs Farm greet guests with smiles. But trouble brews beneath their calm demeanors. Stella faces her first crisis as an adoptive mom when a second-grade bully wreaks havoc on Jazz’s life. When their beloved teacher is suspended on bogus charges, Stella takes on the principal and the president of parents’ association.

Ollie experiences crippling panic attacks as she struggles to cope with her parents’ death. While she loves her new friends at Hope Springs, her job as wellness center manager is a pit stop on her journey of life. Her hopes soar when she discovers a vineyard for sale in the nearby town of Lovely. But there’s a catch. Why is the price of the property so low? Does it have to do with the current owner’s ancient feud with his neighbor.

Cecily is falling in love with Parker. But she’s worried it’s too soon after breaking off her engagement. Lyle begs for another chance, but Cecily isn’t interested. Lyle’s advances become increasingly more aggressive, placing Cecily’s life in danger.

Presley’s baby is due in a few short weeks. But she’s heard nothing from her country music star husband in months. Is it possible the rumors are true? Could Everett be having an affair with his attractive young co-star? Or is he hiding a more serious problem?

The exciting conclusion of the bestselling Hope Springs series where some journeys are ending while others are just beginning.

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Review

I am sad to see this series come to an end, but the author does a wonderful job wrapping up all of the storylines, or mostly anyway! There are a few things that we don’t know, such as when Stella gives birth and the gender of the baby.

This band of women has formed a bond with each other and brought each other into their lives as friends, confidants, and so much more. I have fondly watched from this side of the page and compared their friendship to some of my own. They aren’t afraid to go to bat for each other, let them know when they aren’t doing something wise, and make sure that nothing bad happens to one another.

The book is not without a few tense moments for Cecily and a new employee, Kate. The author even addresses issues such as bullying with Jazz, alcohol abuse with Presley and Everett, anxiety with Ollie, and someone stalking Cecily. The subjects are handled beautifully but also bring home the point that these issues are not acceptable and how they can be handled diplomatically and peacefully. It also reminds us that we have to take care of ourselves first before trying to take care of anyone else.

As I mentioned, each storyline is wrapped up nicely and I was excited to see that a new series would be coming called Virginia Vineyards which will feature two of the characters from this series, and my guess is Ollie and Fiona because of what happens near the end of this book. I hope we see some snippets of the old gang in this new series.

This is a must-read series and highly recommend you pick it up and read all five books. You won’t be disappointed. We give the book and the series 5 paws up.

About the Author

Ashley Farley writes books about women for women. Her characters are mothers, daughters, sisters, and wives facing real-life issues. Her bestselling Sweeney Sisters series has touched the lives of many.

Ashley is a wife and mother of two young adult children. While she’s lived in Richmond, Virginia for the past 21 years, a piece of her heart remains in the salty marshes of the South Carolina Lowcountry, where she still calls home. Through the eyes of her characters, she captures the moss-draped trees, delectable cuisine, and kindhearted folk with lazy drawls that make the area so unique.

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