Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Where I Found You by Betsy St. Amant, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: Where I Found You
Series: Magnolia Bay #1
Author: Betsy St. Amant
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Release Date: February 4, 2025
Genre: Contemporary Southern Romance
From beloved author Betsy St. Amant comes a enemies to more, Hatfields and McCoys swoon-worthy contemporary romance set in a small beach town that reminds us that true love is worth fighting for.
Noah Hebert recently inherited the Blue Pirogue Inn—along with all its problems. He needs money to keep his beloved childhood home from being shut down by his family’s longtime nemesis, Isaac Bergeron. So when Noah’s lawyer approaches him about an additional segment of his late grandfather’s will, it’s just in the nick of time. But even from beyond the grave, his grandfather is up to his usual games. In order to receive the last portion of inheritance, Noah must follow the clues. But there’s one condition…
Magnolia Blossom Cafe manager Elisa Bergeron is shocked to discover an acquaintance from the local Puzzlers Club left her something in his will—and even more surprised to discover they are clues to a portion of his estate. When she learns she must work with introverted inn-owner Noah Hebert to solve the puzzle, she’s torn. Growing up in the middle of a multi-generational feud between their families, she’s been taught by her father Isaac that Heberts can’t be trusted.
When these two exes must work together to save their future, will love get a second chance or will the longstanding family feud claim another generation?
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Narelle’s Book Recommendation
I enjoyed reading Where I Found You, the first book in Betsy St. Amant’s Magnolia Bay contemporary romance series set in a coastal Louisiana small town. Noah spent his childhood in Magnolia Bay and relocated to Shreveport after his parents divorced. He loved spending summer vacations in Magnolia Bay with his paternal grandfather at their family owned Blue Pirogue Inn.
Noah recently inherited the inn from his grandfather and he’s only back in Magnolia Bay to facilitate the necessary repair work to reopen it. He has actively avoided seeing Elisa—the girl he once dated and can’t forget.
Elisa manages the Magnolia Blossom Cafe. She graduated from culinary school and put aside her dreams of opening her own restaurant when her mother, who used to cook at the cafe, passed away. Elisa is emotionally attached to the cafe and its big-hearted owner, Mama Delia. Elisa has heard that Noah is back in town and assumes he’s avoiding her. She’s reluctant to see him and dig up past hurts from their failed romance.
Elisa’s father is the town building inspector who can’t stand Noah and his family. Twelve years ago, the multigenerational feud between their families contributed to Elisa and Noah’s romance ending.
The meet cute between Noah and Elisa is awkward, embarrassing, and amusing for the townsfolk who witnessed it. Noah and Elisa aren’t happy when a stipulation in Noah’s grandfather’s will forces them to work together to solve a puzzle that will unlock a portion of Noah’s inheritance. They search for clues and can’t ignore the underlying attraction that’s pulling them closer. I loved seeing how their romance developed as they overcame past issues and challenging family dynamics.
There were many hilarious moments and hijinks as they raced against the clock to solve the puzzle mystery. The quirky side characters were delightful and added to the small town charm. I appreciated how the faith threads in the story came together in a satisfying story resolution.
I recommend When I Found You to contemporary romance readers who like childhood sweetheart enemies-to-more second chance romances with an intriguing puzzle mystery and a relevant faith element in the story.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher. Many thanks to Sunrise Publishing for the advanced reader copy. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
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About the Author
Betsy St. Amant Haddox is the author of over twenty romance novels and novellas. She resides in north Louisiana with her hubby, two daughters, an impressive stash of coffee mugs, and one furry Schnauzer-toddler. Betsy has a B.A. in Communications and a deep-rooted passion for seeing women restored to truth. When she’s not composing her next book or trying to prove unicorns are real, Betsy can be found somewhere in the vicinity of an iced coffee. She writes frequently for www.ibelieve.com, a devotional site for women.
Connect with Betsy by visiting betsystamant.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email newsletter updates.
Tour Giveaway
(1) winner will receive a paperback copy of Where I Found You and a $10 Sunrise Shop Gift Card!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight February 4, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on February 11, 2025. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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It sounds like a really interesting book. Thank you for sharing.
Hi Diana, you’re welcome. It’s a fun read. 😊
Sounds like a fun read 🙂
Hi Natalya, It’s a good one. 😊
this sounds right up my alley! Thanks for being on the tour 🙂
Hi Carrie, you’re welcome. It’s a great read! 😊
This looks like a novel I will thoroughly enjoy. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Michael, You’re welcome and I hope you’ll have a chance to read Betsy’s book. 😊
Sounds fantastic
Hi Jcp, It is! Definitely worth reading. 😊
I’m so glad you enjoyed the story 🙂 Thanks for being on the tour!
Hi Betsy, You’re welcome. Thanks for stopping by. 😊