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)

beautiful story, stellar narration

Debbie Macomber made me feel like I was in the story. I laughed and cried! Now for book 2.

I missed the Cedar Cove residents.

What made the experience of listening to The Inn at Rose Harbor the most enjoyable?

How both guests came home with major problems, little by little they work themselves out.

What other book might you compare The Inn at Rose Harbor to and why?

I'm sure there are books out that have alot in common with this one but none come to mind.

What does Lorelei King bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She has an infectious voice, she livens up any books she reads.

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

Both, just as Josh makes peace his step-father dies. All of the pain and suffering Amy went through she found out that most of her high school friends did not bring it up. Her parents explained when they moved, many activities opened up. Her dead friends parents were a little harder, they blamed Amy, but in the end they realized it was a horrible accident that no one could forsee.

Great Story

As always Debbie Macomber does not disappoint. Great story and great narration. Lorelei King is the best!

A nice story with an excellent narrator.

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

A happy ending

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Inn at Rose Harbor?

The peek into the next book

Any additional comments?

A nice easy listen. I love a book with an ending that warms my heart.

story of healing

Great book.I love how she tied Cedar Cove characters into this series. I am really excited for the next book.

Nice Read

It was a sweet story. Not too deep. The characters are very likable. Nice and clean.

Wonderful

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

Touching, Fun, wonderful

What did you like best about this story?

The fact that it wasn't a syrupy love story but a life story

Have you listened to any of Lorelei King’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No

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

Yes

Great start to this new series, but....

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

Yes, but I would say that this series is based on sadness and very little joy. But it is still worth a listen.

What does Lorelei King bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I love narration by Lorelei and often search out stories she narrates. She does a great job.

Any additional comments?

I hope that future books aren't quite so dark. I understand that the point is Rose Harbor Inn is a place for healing, however, one can heal and still have some joy in their lives. I don't know if I would read an entire series that is based on sadness. I also recommend that playing up the mystery portion of the series can add more depth and less sadness.

very good read

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

I haven;t read the print verison yet but I am looking forward to it.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Inn at Rose Harbor?

when the strp father died

Which character – as performed by Lorelei King – was your favorite?

all of them she is a great reader

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

Both

Any additional comments?

I loved the way the previous charaters from Cedar Cove were incorporated into the book

Predictably delightful

A lovely summer listen. Leaves you wondering just a bit. This was my first (probably not the last) book by this author.