Received an ARC from NetGalley for an honest review.

Wow. That was just...great. Watching Malcolm, Callie, and Keira bond as siblings, even though they knew nothing about each other, was wonderful. I loved that Malcolm and Callie, along with their SOs had their points of view. (It always makes it so much easier to cheer on couples when you know that both people are equally invested.) I appreciated that Malcolm was floundering with his new sisters and had to get help wherever he could, but also that he was willing to ask for that help.

Delaney and Santiago were interesting characters because they had almost as much, if not more, going on emotionally than the siblings. Delaney is scrambling for her footing in life and Santiago is dealing with a huge hero complex. You wanted them to figure it out, but at the same time, I found them both a little annoying at times. Not anything huge, I just wanted them to figure out their lives so that everyone could get a HEA, and they were being dramatic about it.

All in all, a fabulous read. But really, I've come to expect nothing less from Susan Mallery. Her characters and stories have so much heart that you can't help but get swept up. And Keira? I'm fully obsessed with that pre-teen. She's a hoot and a half. The only thing in this book I would change would be to give her a few scenes where we could see things from her POV.

Thanks, I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.

Anyone who picks up this book will not be disappointed with the beautiful story the author tells as three siblings find each other and make a home. Kiera, Malcolm, and Callie all from the same father yet living separate fates until their grandfather brings them together. Malcolm is the first one to be found, his mother brought him to his grandfather because she was ailing. Later Callie, and Kiera come into the picture, both girls with no family and zero trust. This book was very lengthy, but all three siblings have a separate story of sorts. The youngest Kiera has trust issues, and has trouble believing she belongs. Malcolm is kind of unemotional and cold since he found his father in bed with his now ex girlfriend until he meets Delaney. Then Callie is an ex felon, with a hard time understanding and trusting her new found wealth, she meets Santiago.... with her past can she let herself fall for him.
This is just a wonderful book and story. The author introduces you to all the characters and then the story really builds on the three of them and how finding each other has more hurdles than just the obvious. The story connects all three of them and what the future could hold for them if they can just get through it together. Almost like getting three books in one. I had a fantastic time reading it and had a hard time putting it down. Five fun and beautiful stars of entertainment! Fantastic book. Anyone who has read Susan Mallery already and loves her books will cherish this one!

This story was absolutely amazing! Such a heartwarming book! Would definitely read more by Susan Mallery and would definitely recommend!

A modern-day Cinderella story

Alberto Carlesso started his multi-billion dollar mail order company years ago. Also years ago he brought his grandson Malcolm to live with him and now Malcolm runs the empire.

Recently Alberto found out his son had two daughters - half-siblings to Malcolm - and he tracks them down and brings them to Seattle to live in the family mansion.

This is a wonderful story of siblings, families, trust issues, emotional baggage, and romance.

The characters are so vivid in this story - all of them. And I loved the rags to riches aspect of the storyline.

I've enjoyed author Mallery's books before and this is one I heartily recommend.

I received this book from Harlequin Books through Net Galley in the hopes that I would read it and leave an unbiased review.

What a great weekend read! Malcolm, Keira and Callie share the same father, but did not learn this fact right away. Their grandfather was instrumental in reunited this family. The stories of how they find each other kept me turning the pages. Becoming a family wasn't easy and they all have to learn trust, forgiveness and what it means to be family. There are also romantic interests for Malcolm and Callie. Another great read by this go to author.

Another book by this author I could not put down! I loved the family dynamics in each family represented because they all felt like either my family or some I have known. Plus many characters had baggage they had to overcome to get where they needed to be by the end of the book.

The romance portion was entertaining at times as personalities clashed, but as in any good book, it all works itself out.

This was an interesting book that stayed true to the themes in the author's previous novels, and added in some new twists. Family, love, redemption, forgiveness, second chances, moving on, worthiness... it's a lot but it's all here. The characters are well-drawn and there is a great deal to consider as they make their way through their new lives together.

This is the story of how dour people became a family. Malcolm and his grandfather live in a big house in Seattle and are soon joined by Malcolm’s new found half sisters. There are many bumps along the road, but the three siblings learn to be a family. Of course, at the same time Malcolm and Callie find the true love of their lives.
The family dynamic in this book is very different, but no less fraught with problems than a “normal” family. Malcolm drove me a little crazy at the beginning with his actions towards his half sisters, but in the end, he gets it right.
I liked the relationship between Malcolm and Delaney, though she was slightly annoying with her inner arguments. In the end however, it all made sense and was probably realistic.
Callie and Santiago are a cute couple and I loved reading their story!
I would now like to read Keira’s story!

Susan Mallery never disappoints, and in this women's fiction novel that also has two strong romances, she illustrates how families can come together without a shared history. Three half siblings who did not know of the existence of each other find themselves building a family, with all of the stress and missteps inherent in creating new and lasting relationships. The character development is strong, especially with the perceptive yet insecure (but wholly charming) 12-year old, Kiera. How this family joins together to build a future is a worthwhile and definitely recommended read.

When We Found Home by Susan Mallery
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is two romances in one but is not the main theme of the book. This tells about three siblings who only meet when some are grown and one is still a young girl. At the heart is family is everything but sometimes it takes time for all to adjust and learn to love. A nice story that kept up a interesting flow with problems that keep popping up causing change in all.

I love Susan Mallery and this book was just as wonderful as her other offerings. I loved the characters and the plot. I was sorry to see the book end!

This is a great story about three siblings that didn't know that the other existed. Malcolm grew up in wealth and love with his grandfather. Keira is a 12-year that lived in foster care after the death of her mother. Callie comes from a background where her life took a bad turn and she's trying to start over. When the grandfather learns that he has two granddaughters that he wasn't aware of he finds them and brings them into the family home. Keira has an adjustment period -- expecting to be abandoned at any minute. Callie comes from having nothing to having whatever she wants. She finds it all hard to believe and doesn't trust that it's real. The two sisters have an immediate bond. Malcolm has to work on what it means to be a brother. This is great story about finding family and blending and making things work!

A story I just couldn't put down. I loved this read and will be recommending it to customers in our store!

Talk about your blended family! Alberto, owner of a large corporation has lost his only son, but has more or less raised his grandson who will follow him into the business. Years after his son's death he finally goes through the son's papers and finds that he had two daughters. Alberto wants to bring them 'home. Kiera was fairly easy to find, but the two men really don't know what to do with and or for her. She is pretty much left to her own devices. The older daughter, Callie was more difficult to find. She was plucked from her hand to mouth existence to moving into the family mansion. This is a lovely story about what and who makes a family successful.

When We Found Home is a contemporary romance novel that reminds us of what it takes to be a family. Its not just being related by blood but all the effort it takes to grow the familial bond. Malcolm Carlesso is the heir apparent to the Carlesso food catalog business. While he is able to run the business with ease, he finds that its not so easy to develop his relationship with he new found half-siblings Callie and Keira. Keira, an abandoned orphan who is 12 years old, has learned not to trust those who claim to be family. Callie, an adult whose one mistake seems to be haunting her, is even more skeptical of her good fortune of being part of the Carlesso family. As these three try to adjust to their newfound family relation they'll really learn what it means to be a family.

I enjoyed reading this book because it reminded me of all the family drama I've experienced growing up. The sense of belonging and knowing that even though you may fight with your siblings and will still have their back if an outsider tries to harm them, was a great stress reliever from my busy work days. Yes, siblings can be a pain but loving them despite that is what helps that bond stay strong. Susan Mallery incorporates those elements very well as Malcolm, Callie and Keira learn how sibling relationships in families work. At the same time she introduces the aspect learning about yourself through every relationship. From families to romantic interests, nothing about the way we grow is left out or how vital communication is at every turn. The characters seem to grow and change through every encounter. This book has its quirky, funny, sad, angry and empathetic moments that just leaves you feeling satisfied from the beginning to the end.

Mallery is a master at creating a place and characters that capture our attention and hearts. She weaves their lives into a cohesive story almost effortlessly it seems. This is the story of three siblings who find each other later in life and learn how to live together. Abandoned by their father they have endured trials but their grandfather welcomes them into his home. I really enjoyed this book. There are recipes at the end of the book as well as reader's guide questions for book discussion groups. Outstanding

Dear Ms. Mallery,

A few years back, I discovered your Fool’s Gold series and absolutely devoured it. I read nothing else for weeks! It was pretty glorious, since one of my favorite things an author can do is continue to tell new stories in the same world.

When We Found Home isn’t part of that series, but my head canon is that it’s still the same world – just different characters in a different town. And oh what characters they are!

At first I had a bit of trouble with the frequent narrative changes, but once I had a handle on each character’s voice it was easy to distinguish between them. Of course, my favorite was 12 year old Keira. That child stole my heart right from the start. Watching these strangers become family was almost as if I, too, was becoming part of the family. And generally speaking, that’s the exact kind of thing I go to a story for.

I want to come out of it full of warm fuzzies, wearing a huge smile, and bursting with joy.

Your book gave that to me, and I really couldn’t have asked for much more than that.

I would give this book 3.5 stars. The family story of the three siblings learning to love and trust one another was very well done. You could appreciate each characters' point of view and understand why they acted in certain ways. The romance could have used a little bit more in the end. I thought the wounded party in each relationship forgave too easily, and I wanted to read more about how the couples rebuilt trust.

Overall a solid story from an author who I regularly read.

In this book we meet Malcolm who has taken over running the family business since his grandfather has retired. When he was twelve he came to live with his grandfather learning along the way that he had a father who didn't want anything to do with him. A few years after his fathers death his grandfather feels it's time to go through his papers and Malcolm learns that he has two half-sisters that he never new about. One is twelve year old Kiera who is in foster care, they immediately bring her to live with them, the only problem, Malcolm doesn't know how to be a big brother much less a guardian. When his grandfather finds his other sister Callie who is twenty six and brings her to live with them things become even more intense and strained. You see Malcolm has cut off his emotions thanks to the betrayal of a fiance and doesn't know how to open up. In comes Delaney, a young woman who works as a barista at a coffee shop located in the building where Malcolm works. She steps in offering friendship and does her best to help Malcolm navigate the changes that have been brought into his life. Delaney herself has her own issues to work through and having a new friend to offer up advice might help her to. Follow along as Malcolm tries to become the brother he so truly wants to be for his sisters and maybe he will let the ice around his heart melt to let love in. This was a lovely story about how families can come together and become one and that love can be found at the most unexpected times.

Absolutely wonderful new release from Susan Mallery! Stories of family lost being found go straight to my heart because the stories are always heartbreakingly beautiful, and When We Found Home is no exception.

The characters are perfectly portrayed and felt like good friends which is one of my favorite aspects of a good book. You feel like you’re there with them. I absolutely loved Keira and her part in the storyline. Malcolm was another favorite as he had some growing to do and it was awesome reading his transformation from a barely involved brother to becoming fully invested in both of his newly acquainted sisters.

If you are looking for a heartwarming, poignant story of family and loving unconditionally When We Found Home is exactly what you are looking for.