Summer in the Spotlight

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This is the third book of the Prince Edward Island series and it's a wonderful addition to the series. Lighthouses are appealing to me, so I was immediately drawn to the beautiful cover but the story inside is what made this book so special! Author Liz Johnson gives readers one of the best boyfriends/heroes ever! Levi Ross is a man of few words so this makes what he says even more special. His romance with Kelsey Ahern is both sweet and heartwarming, along with their joint efforts to save the Victorian Playhouse. These two are meant to be together, if...they can both work through some personal stumbling blocks! Summer in the Spotlight is the perfect way to wrap up this series and readers of the other two books will enjoy a reunion with the other two Ross brothers. I recommend this book to all who enjoy contemporary Christian romance. I received a copy of this book from the publisher via Revell Reads. There was no obligation for a positive review. These are my own thoughts.

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Summer in the Spotlight brings readers the eagerly anticipated third installment of Liz Johnson's series Prince Edward Island Shores. If you are looking for a sweet and wholesome romance that mixes in mystery, adventure, and faith-building obstacles, Summer in the Spotlight is for you. Levi Ross is the high school facilities director and is well-known as a quiet man. Levi can fix just about anything, but Levi's past hurts and betrayals keep him silent and avoidant of most human interactions. When the island suffers a hurricane and the local stage is damaged, Levi comes to the rescue of the one person he has admired for years. Kelsey Ahern is the drama teacher at the local Prince Edward Island high school and is a firecracker full of life and chattiness whereas Levi is a quiet, steady, and listening ear. When the school board decide the Victoria Playhouse isn't worth rebuilding, Kelsey is determined to prove them wrong. Kelsey spearheads a benefit to raise the money needed to rebuild the theater and pulls in the community to restore the local landmark. As Kelsey and Levi work together to put on this desperately needed fundraiser, they realize how almost insurmountable this task is. Can Levi and Kelsey learn to overcome each of their pasts and build a life together? Read Summer in the Spotlight to follow Levi and Kelsey's adventures for yourself! Disclaimer: Revell graciously provided me with a copy of this book. All opinions are my own and part of an unbiased review.

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Although this is the third and final book in the series, it is the first book that I have read by this author, so I can recommend it as a standalone. The book centers around a hurricane that destroys the local playhouse and the woman who is determined to rebuild it in order to honor her grandmother. Kelsey has a lot to say about the importance of the arts and enlists the help of mostly silent and thoughtful Levi to do a fundraiser to rebuild. There is another man in the picture who is covering the aftermath of the hurricane for his weather channel, but he is a secondary character who does try to charm Kelsey, but she is too focused on her goal of establishing a new playhouse and doesn’t really notice Levi or the weatherman who wants to pursue her. This is a clean contemporary romance with all the good feels of a small town and people who pitch in to help each other. I loved the characters, the intriguing plot and the sweet, blossoming romance. This book was delightfully readable and a warm romance with some laugh out loud moments between the two main characters who are so totally different from each other. There was a little intrigue, a lot of characterization and plenty to love about this book that was heartfelt and showed the author’s love for the Prince Edward Island setting.All opinions expressed are my own.

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I requested to read and review this book through Revell Reads program. The following are my own opinions and freely given. I am not required to give a positive review. When I asked for this book I wasn't sure if it was a sequel book or not but was pleasantly surprised that it was a following book from one I had read earlier, Beyond the Tides, Prince Edward Island Shores book 1. After reading this book, book 3, I wish I had read the second book. This book really kept my interest and the characters felt mostly real. The story flowed very well and the characters were quite well developed. This is a Christian fiction but there was no hint of anything at all Christian until the last half of the book. So, it is definitely not preachy. The editing was very well done. Nothing to interfere with the reading. This book kept my interest so well that I finished it quite quickly. I think if you enjoy clean, modern fiction you will enjoy this book. I give this a solid 4-star rating and would recommend it to my friends.

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I loved returning to Prince Edward Island and the ongoing saga of the Ross family. In this book, we discover the romance between Levi Ross and Kelsey Ahern. Levi is a unique hero. He does not speak much but gets his jobs done and gets his message across. In this story, we find out why he is so reluctant to speak. Kelsey is a high school drama teacher and she has grand dreams when a bad storm damages the Victoria Theater. She plans to produce a benefit play to pay for repairs so the theater can re open,. It is vital to the local economy of the small town. The program is not without difficulties but lots of people pitch in, especially Levi. The plot was interesting and the characters relatable. The hero is the strong, silent type and the heroine is very determined. Kelsey has a heart for the community. The faith thread is slight but solid and comes out in the actions of the characters. This can be read as a stand-alone but reading the whole series in order will enrich your reading experience. *I received a complimentary copy of this book from the Revell Reads review program. I was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are my own.*

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'Summer in the Spotlight' is an entertaining conclusion to the Prince Edward Island Shores series with a delightful cast of characters—both onstage and off! Haters of the dreaded love triangle, have no fear. It's fairly obvious who the spunky teacher and drama coach, Kelsey Ahern, will lose her heart to...but the journey to romance is often quite rocky! The reticent, yet kind facilities director, Levi Ross, teams up with Kelsey to produce a benefit show to rebuild the Victoria Playhouse which was destroyed by a hurricane. But when a handsome, charming meteorologist takes an interest in Kelsey and her show, will Levi step up his game? Or will it always stay in the friend-zone between the two? A captivating novel about family, overcoming fear, and faith in your dreams! Available at your fave bookseller! *I received an ARC of this book from the publisher and was under no obligation to write a favorable review.*

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Levi has held a very special place in my heart since the first book of the series and his story was well-worth the wait. His fiercely loyal, self-sacrificing, tender heart under the quiet stoic demeanor was a treasure to unwrap and behold. His actions spoke of his thoughtfulness and keen intelligence and I couldn't get enough of him! The backstory of his silence was heart-breaking but Kelsey's charming and truly delightful presence worked extra hard to pull Levi into a world of hopes and dreams. Their relationship that went from acquaintances to colleagues to friends to more was simply wonderful. I loved catching up with Eli and Violet, as well as Oliver and Megan, and fell in love with some of the secondary characters like Dustin and the Hermans. The faith lessons on overcoming fear because of love and what forgiveness looks like on a daily basis were on point. The setting of Prince Edward Island, even in the aftermath of a hurricane, took my breath away and it has become a destination that I must visit. It’s been a long time since I was a part of a theater production so it was fun to revisit building of sets, the ups and downs of rehearsals, and the adrenaline and sense of accomplishment during and after the show. If you're looking for a great story of hope and rebuilding, this book is perfect for you. I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Revell via NetGalley and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own.

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The third brother and the third book in this series, Levi, and if you've read the previous reads in this series, you know how he has given to the others and his Mom. Now this this Levi's story and he is a man of little words, but mighty action, and still wanting the Green Shuttered House, he made a big sacrifice in the last book, and the author does a great job of bringing you up to date at just the right point! This is also Kelsey Ahern's story, a young woman passionate about the theater, and now wants to rebuild the local one that has been just about destroyed in the hurricane. Will these two succeed, we embark on the journey to at least try and you know that life isn't always easy and some unsavory characters appear that will have you second guessing. This is also a story of sweet romance, and updates on the family that Mama Potts has kept going! Make sure you read the author's notes on the actual theater! I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Revell, and was not required to give a positive review.