The Inn at Rose Harbor

A Novel

By: Debbie Macomber

Narrated by: Lorelei King

Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins

Publisher's summary

From number-one New York Times best-selling author Debbie Macomber comes a heartwarming new series based in the Pacific Northwest town of Cedar Cove, where a charming cast of characters finds love, forgiveness, and renewal behind the doors of the cozy Rose Harbor Inn.

Jo Marie Rose first arrives in Cedar Cove seeking a sense of peace and a fresh start. Coping with the death of her husband, she purchases a local bed-and-breakfast - the newly christened Rose Harbor Inn - ready to begin her life anew. Yet the inn holds more surprises than Jo Marie can imagine.

Her first guest is Joshua Weaver, who has come home to care for his ailing stepfather. The two have never seen eye to eye, and Joshua has little hope that they can reconcile their differences. But a long-lost acquaintance from Joshua's high school days proves to him that forgiveness is never out of reach and love can bloom even where it's least expected.

The other guest is Abby Kincaid, who has returned to Cedar Cove to attend her brother's wedding. Back for the first time in 20 years, she almost wishes she hadn't come; the picturesque town harbors painful memories from her past. And while Abby reconnects with family and old friends, she realizes she can only move on if she truly allows herself to let go.

The Inn at Rose Harbor is a welcome introduction to an unforgettable set of friends.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2012 Debbie Macomber (P)2012 Random House Audio

Critic reviews

“Charming...warm and serene...a wonderful novel.” (Bookreporter)

“An appealing milieu of townspeople and visitors.” (The Seattle Times)

“[An] emotionally charged romance.” (Kirkus Reviews)

Another great book.

Another great Audio book from Debbie Macomber. I have read most of her books and 4 Audio books as well. The thing I like the best is that she fleshed out each of her characters so well that you can become one in her stories. She sets the scene and drops you in as a participant. Great 👍 stories, keep them coming.

enjoyed

good book nice storyline can't wait to read the next book. 0E joked very much

Sweet story, easy to listen to sound vacation.

Would you consider the audio edition of The Inn at Rose Harbor to be better than the print version?

Don't know, didn't read it.

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

I really can't think how I would have changed it.

What about Lorelei King’s performance did you like?

She has a great expressive voice.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Sweet sorrow turns to warmth and romance

Any additional comments?

Sweet story with lots of satisfying endings.

Three lives centered around a new beginning.

What did you love best about The Inn at Rose Harbor?

The prospect of future books, and the way the author could bring the story to life with every detail.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I can't say I had a favorite yet, I will have to wait until the next book. The stories of each held my attention equally.

What about Lorelei King’s performance did you like?

The narrator Lorelei King does a wonderful job. I chose this book because she was the narrator.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Each of the three stories within the story held moments where I felt caught up and tearful.

Any additional comments?

I am hoping that she will include a little more humor and romance in her future books.

Take me to Rose Harbor

If you could sum up The Inn at Rose Harbor in three words, what would they be?

Debbie successfully painted Rose Harbor in my mind! The story had a strong message and well played to the end. We immediately went to the second book to continue our fantasy.

What about Lorelei King’s performance did you like?

Her tone set the pace and comes across clear.

Heart-warming!

My first book to this author, and I had fallen in love with her! I felt so peaceful listening to this book. Smooth and emotional. And the narration was just perfect. I had bought all her books and will be listening to them one after the other :) and it's a U listen, you can listen to it with your younger siblings or offspring. It's CLEAN.
Enjoy!

Excellent!

Loved it. Deep character development, interesting individual and intertwined stories, drama, humor, wisdom. I will watch for more in the series by Debbie Macomber.

The Inn at Rose Harbor

fast story, interesting characters, good readers, as always, Debbie never fails to grab her readers.

Warming and Inviting

I found this mix of characters to be interesting. The chapters jump between character stories often and this can be sharp to your ear and mind the first couple of times, but the stories of the characters keep you going.

One character is just a miserable person because of an accident from her teen years, while the primary male character is dealing with saying goodbye to a mean step dad and the main inn keeper is recovering from the loss of her husband.

Not being a "feel sorry for myself" type, I found I often wanted to yell at the characters when they felt sorry for themselves, but their self growth was interesting to watch or listen to.

The author hit the nail on the head here but the author missed a big opportunity with the male character. We should have understood the step father sooner. I think the relationship could have been less dark and let's face it no one kicked out at an early age by a not so nice step father would return to help him die. And to think the neighbor girl is what made him interested is unrealistic.

Unrealistic - yes I know it's fiction, but I think the author did a wonderful job unfolding the story of the two female characters but failed to deliver on the male character. Overall, the story was nice but not overwhelmingly powerful.

Lovely book.

Looking forward to the sequels!! Debbie Macomber never disappoints me. Her writing is a joy to listen to.