Published by Bookouture Genres: Fiction, Mystery, Romance
Format: ARC, eBook
Who wouldn’t want to spend time on Dune Island after reading Aunt Violet’s Locket? Kristin Harper won me over with her lovely descriptions and wonderful characters. I swept away to Dune Island and enjoyed being a silent observer in both Paige and Violet’s lives. I found this book to be heartwarming, gripping and well written. I have not read the other books in this series and found this book worked perfectly as a stand-alone novel. This book has a little bit of everything: a mystery, romance, a character with a couple of decisions to make and an engaging dual timeline plot!
Paige inherits her aunt Violet’s cottage on Dune Island. The cottage has seen better days. Paige has her work cut out for her. The beautiful and relaxing view of the ocean is a blessing as she clears out the cottage and prepares it for sale. Her relatives are chomping at the bit for their share, but a lot of work needs to be done before the cottage will be ready. While on the beach, she meets Seth Hathaway, from a local family. A local family which she had been told had an issue with her Aunt Violet and vice versa. While cleaning the cottage she finds a locket with an inscription which gives her a glimpse into her aunt’s life.
I enjoyed the dual timelines and how the plot played out. The setting of this book is lovely, and I enjoyed how the setting paired with learning about her aunt, had a lasting effect on Paige. Sometimes all we need is a new setting to gain perspective. The mystery of the past and Violet’s life was gripping and well done. I enjoyed getting to know this clever and intelligent woman more. I also enjoyed getting to know Paige, Seth, and his loveable dog.
What an endearing, wonderful and heartwarming book. I look forward to reading more books by Kristin Harper and more books in this charming series.
Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.