About the Book
When Ella's sister decides to reunite with their estranged mother, Ella goes along for the ride--it's always been the two Preston girls against the world. But Sanctuary Island, a tiny refuge for wild horses tucked off the Atlantic coast, is more inviting than she ever imagined. And it holds more than one last opportunity to repair their broken family--if Ella can open her carefully guarded heart, there is also the chance for new beginnings.
Grady Wilkes is a handyman who can fix anything...except the scars of his own past. When he accepts the task of showing Ella the simple beauties of the island that healed him, he discovers a deep sense of comfort he thought he'd lost. But now he must convince the woman who never intended to stay that on Sanctuary Island, anything is possible--forgiving past mistakes, rediscovering the simple joys of life, and maybe even falling in love.
About the Author :
Lily Everett is the author of several books including, Sanctuary Island, Heartbreak Cove, and Shoreline Drive. She grew up in a small town in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains and has loved romance her whole life. She is thrilled to share the world of her beautiful imaginary Sanctuary Island with all her readers. She and her family currently live in Austin, Texas where she writes full-time.
Review :
"Everett captures the very special relationship sisters have .A good comfort read, Sanctuary Island a very peaceful place where you could cure all of your ills with ease." -A Bookish Affair"
"With richly nuanced characters and able plotting Everett's sweet contemporary debut illustrates the power of forgiveness and the strength of relationships that may falter but never fail." -Publishers Weekly"
""""The" nostalgic, almost introspective story of a young woman, the mother who neglected her, and the wounded man who will walk the road to a happy ending with her. The story is the perfect blend of Romance and Woman's fiction that will equally satisfy readers of both genres as well as those who meet in the middle." - Heroes and Heartbreakers
"A remarkable debut that perfectly blends family, forgiveness, love, and hope into one richly rewarding story." - Reader to Reader
"A riveting tale of overcoming fear and emotional roadblocks, SANCTUARY ISLAND makes you fall in love with the island and its inhabitants. Author Lily Everett brings tears, laughter and a happy-ever-after smile to your face while you're experiencing her well-written, compassionate novel. I highly recommend SANCTUARY ISLAND as a "no excuses" emotional fight for a happy life in a book that hits home with real-to-life characters." - Romance Junkies
"A satisfying read about family, loyalty, taking risks, and love that any fan of women's fiction would enjoy." -Kindles and Wine
"Everett's newest novel is stirring. She skillfully blends the tender story of two daughters reuniting with their estranged mother with the love story of two emotionally closed people desperately trying to move toward each other. Readers will eagerly anticipate its sequel." - RT Bookreviews
"I couldn't help but fall in love with Sanctuary Island and want to move there myself. This was an enchanting romance that swept me away!" -Books N Kisses
"I didn't read this book, I inhaled it. An incredible story of love, forgiveness, healing and joy. " -Debbie Macomber, #1 "New York Times" bestselling author
"I loved it! A rare find." -Lori Wilde, "New York Times" bestselling author of "The First Love Cookie Club"
"I loved learning about Sanctuary Island and I felt as if I was there seeing and feeling everything first hand. A wonderful book to get lost in for a few hours. I definitely recommend it to other readers." - Night Owl Reviews
"Sanctuary Island is a novel to curl up with and enjoy by a crackling fire or on a sunny beach. It's a beautifully told story of hope and forgiveness, celebrating the healing power of love. Lily Everett writes with warmth, wisdom and deep insight. The island, with its wild horses and natural beauty, is a place of dreams, and the story will live in your heart long after the book is closed." -Susan Wiggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Willow Lake series
"SANCTUARY ISLAND is indeed a wonderful place to escape to...a place where dreams and healing walk hand in hand." -Romance Reviews Today
"With richly nuanced characters and able plotting...Everett's sweet contemporary debut illustrates the power of forgiveness and the strength of relationships that may falter but never fail." -Publishers Weekly
"I didn't read this book, I inhaled it. An incredible story of love, forgiveness, healing and joy. " -Debbie Macomber, #1 "New York Times" bestselling author
"Sanctuary Island is a novel to curl up with and enjoy by a crackling fire or on a sunny beach. It's a beautifully told story of hope and forgiveness, celebrating the healing power of love. Lily Everett writes with warmth, wisdom and deep insight. The island, with its wild horses and natural beauty, is a place of dreams, and the story will live in your heart long after the book is closed." -Susan Wiggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Willow Lake series
"I loved it! A rare find." -Lori Wilde, "New York Times" bestselling author of "The First Love Cookie Club"
"A heartwarming, emotional, extremely romantic story that I couldn't read fast enough! Enjoy your trip to Sanctuary Island! I guarantee you won't want to leave." --Bella Andre, "New York Times" bestselling author of The Sullivan series
"With richly nuanced characters and able plotting...Everett's sweet contemporary debut illustrates the power of forgiveness and the strength of relationships that may falter but never fail." -Publishers Weekly
"I loved learning about Sanctuary Island and I felt as if I was there seeing and feeling everything first hand. A wonderful book to get lost in for a few hours. I definitely recommend it to other readers." - Night Owl Reviews
""""The" nostalgic, almost introspective story of a young woman, the mother who neglected her, and the wounded man who will walk the road to a happy ending with her. The story is the perfect blend of Romance and Woman's fiction that will equally satisfy readers of both genres as well as those who meet in the middle." - Heroes and Heartbreakers
"Everett's newest novel is stirring. She skillfully blends the tender story of two daughters reuniting with their estranged mother with the love story of two emotionally closed people desperately trying to m
"Sanctuary Island is a novel to curl up with and enjoy by a crackling fire or on a sunny beach. It's a beautifully told story of hope and forgiveness, celebrating the healing power of love. Lily Everett writes with warmth, wisdom and deep insight. The island, with its wild horses and natural beauty, is a place of dreams, and the story will live in your heart long after the book is closed." -Susan Wiggs, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Willow Lake series
"I loved it! A rare find." -Lori Wilde, "New York Times" bestselling author of "The First Love Cookie Club"
"A heartwarming, emotional, extremely romantic story that I couldn't read fast enough! Enjoy your trip to Sanctuary Island! I guarantee you won't want to leave." --Bella Andre, "New York Times" bestselling author of The Sullivan series
