204 Rosewood Lane

Cedar Cove, Book 2

By: Debbie Macomber

Narrated by: Sandra Burr

Length: 11 hrs

Publisher's summary

Dear Listener, If you've been to Cedar Cove before, we've probably met. You can usually find me either at home or at the public library, where I work. I've lived in this town all my life and raised two daughters here. But my husband and I - well, about six months ago, he disappeared. Just...disappeared. Where's Dan? Why did he go? Who's he with? Will I ever find out?

My hometown, my family and friends, bring me comfort during this difficult time. Comfort and a sense of shelter. I'm continually reminded that life can and does go on. For instance, everyone's been discussing weddings and babies lately. Justine - the only daughter of my best friend, Olivia Lockhart - impulsively got married a little while ago. My own daughter Kelly recently had a baby. Unfortunately, she refuses to accept that Dan might not return to see his first grandchild. My older daughter, Maryellen, is more realistic. I think she's seeing a new man, but for some reason she won't tell me who it is. Then there's Jack, who's been pursuing a romance with Olivia, and his son, Eric, and Eric's girlfriend, Shelly (I think she's pregnant), and Zach and Rosemary Cox, whose marriage is reputedly on the skids and...Well, just come on over and we'll talk. --Grace Sherman, 204 Rosewood Lane, Cedar Cove, Washington

P.S. Pay another visit to Cedar Cove.

©2002 Debbie Macomber (P)2007 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved. Cedar Cove is a registered trademark of Debbie Macomber, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Macomber's endearing characters offer courage and support to one another and find hope and love in the most unexpected places." ( Booklist)
"Sandra Burr effortlessly shifts between the female characters, giving each her own distinctly recognizable vocal pattern." ( AudioFile)

Love!!!!

This series is addictive!!!! I can't wait to hear what happens at the next address as one finishes lol

great book

great book great read really enjoyed listening to the book. hope you enjoy it too

Too many secrets...women so set in their ways :/

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Stubborn women in the first 2 books are so set in their ways. I was frustrated with the women characters especially. I felt like we had to pull teeth to get these women to come around. I enjoyed the first book, but the 2nd book dragged...I don't think I will continue with the series. :(

Good read

I loved that there was several stories In stories involving many people. The mysterious death added to it.

Great story!

I loved the whole book! Even though a couple characters pissed me off with their attitudes.

Love the characters

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes! I like books by Debbie Macomber. I enjoy the characters in her books.

What other book might you compare 204 Rosewood Lane to and why?

Other series that Debbie Macomber has written.

Which scene was your favorite?

Not any in particular :)

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Maybe when the mother was telling her daughter about her past...

Love the concept, annoyed by characters.

I spend hours on the road and love audio books. Easy listening is my favorite on the road, so this series should be a good choice. The narrator is wonderful, the idea of a small town followed in a series is great ... but.... the characters kill me. The constant angst, the constant drama, the constant misunderstanding of a good guy ... and on and on. I "like" the people, but their behavior is not to be believed...for example: girl breaks off relationship w/older, manipulative man who has offered to "share" her (in very insulting manner) w/new man in her life. She marries new man, but then continues to have lunch w/old flame due to not wanting to hurt his feelings.... really? Of course you expect some of this, but the frequency is annoying. It's almost as if every time every character faces a choice, they make the wrong one. Probably just me....

good listen

it was a good read...I liked the story I can not wait to read the next one

Enjoyable series

If you could sum up 204 Rosewood Lane in three words, what would they be?

Enjoyed living the lives with the characters in this long series.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

The series is like a book soap opera and makes you want to continue listening or reading.

Dan's mysterious disappearance revealed!

I'm really amazed that I'm enjoying this series of books since it's not my normal type of book. But I've found them to be entertaining and enjoyable. Not a thought provoking book, but you end up feeling connected to the characters and wanting things to work out for them. For those who read the first book of the series and were left wondering what happened to Dan, soon to be ex husband of Grace (the home owner of 204 Rosewood Lane), you're questions will be answered in this book.
I'd recommend the books be read/listened to in order, though, since each book catches you up with what happened in the last, so if read out of order, that would be a bit of a spoiler for you.