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The Season of Silver Linings

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I love the Wayfair Inn and Sweet Lake and I was so glad to go back and visit. Jada has the weight of the Wayfair Inn on her shoulders since Linnie is planning her wedding and Cat is a newlywed. Jada is even picking up the slack and helping Philip and Fancy since Daniel is getting married. This book has it all romance, mystery, and secrets and it is unputdownable ! I loved the chemistry between Jada and Philip and little Fancy is as sweet as she can be, This book can be a stand alone but I think the first two should be read first so you enjoy the whole Wayfair Inn experience. I received an advanced readers copy from NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing. All opinions are my own.

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I have read many of this author's works and have never been disappointed. She writes with such humor and humanity that each of her books bring tears and laughter. This book did not disappoint me!

"The Season of Silver Linings" is the third in a series. It can be read as a standalone, but you would be missing out on the back story and, while you would catch up eventually, you would miss a lot of the character development. The plot is well written and full of interesting people. I particularly loved Millicent. She reminded me of many women I have known. Jada is also a primary character and she has grown and developed since we first met her.

Needless to say, this book is a pleasure to read. I'm hoping for a book 4!

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and Lake Union Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book.

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The Season of Silver Linings is the third book in the Sweet Lake series. I felt as though I had taken a trip to visit my friends in Sweet Lake and the Wayfair Inn.
I love the mix of personalities, meddling in everyone's business, especially the Sirens, who always seem to know what needs to be done as well as had me laughing.
Friendship, love, family, past secrets bring emotions to life.
Wonderfully written story with romance, mystery and humor.
Thank you NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for the opportunity to read this book.
Thank you Christine Nolfi for taking me on another adventure in Sweet Lake.

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Recommended for: All

Christine Nolfi is a master storyteller. Great story-line. This third book in the Sweet Lake series is well-written, enjoyable, hard to put down, a romance, mysteries, and of course the Sirens. One has to love the Sirens. I want to be one. I suggest one begins reading this in the morning as you cannot put it down. The reader has suspicions on what is going to happen, but there is also surprises along the way. This might be the best in the series, but hopefully there will be more down the line. I suggest one read all of Ms Nolfi's books. They are excellent reads.

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This was truly a great read! It’s the third Sweet Lake book, and it was my favorite! I really enjoyed the Sweet Lake Sirens, a group of busy older women whose antics amuse throughout the book. I loved reading about the three owners of the Wayfair Inn, Jada, Linnie and Cat, however this book belonged to Jada. Her story was such fun to read! I honestly didn’t want this book to end. I felt like I had actually been to the beautiful Wayfair Inn as I read Jada’s story. There were twists and turns through the story that I never saw coming! You will love this book! I highly recommend it!

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I really enjoyed reading the 3rd book in the Sweet Lake Series. The book focuses on Jada, one of the co-owners and the pastry chef at the Wayfair Inn. The story keeps you engaged as there is some mystery or pieces missing that you want to know what happens. This could definitely be read as a stand alone book if you haven't read the first 2. I find it amusing that in this small town there is a group of women called the Sirens who take people under their wings as a responsibility. The book really focuses on deep friendships, love and taking chances.
I received this book through NetGalley and the review is in my own words.

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Another charming installment to the Sweet lake series, although it can definitely stand on its own. This time it's Jada's turn for love. Jada is the lovely and dedicated pastry chef at the Wayfair, and Philip was a good love match.. I especially enjoy the friendship Jada shares with Linnie and Cat. The koo koo Sirens are back at their new age-y shenanigans. Millicent was especially interesting, and the mystery surrounding her kept me guessing..... my favorite was little Fancy, so full of sass she had me laughing out loud.. Nolfi is a flawless writer, her characters are well developed and full of quirk. There's just the right balance of warmth, humor, and drama, not to mention plenty of love. Sweet Lake is a town I'd want to live in, filled with people and places I'd love to know. A wonderful read, highly recommended!

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The Season of Silver Linings is the third in a series of novels about the quiet town of Sweet Lake, Ohio. I suppose it's one that you can read as a stand-alone, but it goes much better as part of the series. Jada, who is one of a trio of best friends running the historic Wayfair Inn. There's much history to this Inn (you'll have to read the first two to catch up on that). But there's also a lot of history to Jada and a long-unrequited crush. A stranger comes to the Inn with Jada in her sights. But she brings to the surface memories and situations that many in town must confront in order to heal and move forward. Oh yeah, did I mention that all of this is happening as she's helping plan her best friend's wedding? For Jada, the 'mom' of the three of them, she finally is forced to take some time to focus on herself. It was really great watching her navigate the way through all of these issues and situations. She handles it with the grace you'd expect, as well as the mistakes we'd all make. Buckle up and enjoy.

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"Aren't we put on this earth to help each other?" This is so elegantly depicted in The season of Silver Linings.
The Siren's are back! These ladies are a remarkable group with an insight and need to help make things right for their friends and family. And ...They do just that in this delightful third book!
I loved all of the Sweet Lake books, but this is by far my favorite!
There is a wedding to prepare for, a child who has "new" family she needs to know, and a love to continue between two people who deserve to have love and happiness.
It is a must read!

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I’ve been looking forward to the release of this book after reading the first two Sweet Lake books and LOVING them – this book was worth the wait! Each book focuses on one of the 3 best friends (Linnie, Cat, and Jada) who co-manage the Wayfair Inn. This book focuses on Jada – she is my personal favorite of the 3 women because she is a hardworking and devoted friend and daughter - in fact, I’m not sure Linnie and Cat realized how good of a friend she is as Jada was frequently picking up the slack while Linnie was distracted by her upcoming wedding and Cat, in her newly-wedded bliss, was distracted by her husband (frequently sneaking out to rendezvous with him). Although it is part of a series, this book can be read as a standalone - although I highly recommend reading the first two books so you can read the story of all 3 women as well as more about the history of the idyllic Wayfair Inn. As with the other books, there is a theme of love, friendship, and family – this book also includes some suspense and mystery. There were even some twists that took me completely by surprise! I did receive an ARC from the author via NetGalley, however, my opinions are my own.

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Every story I read by author Christine Nolfi sticks with me and touches my heart in a special way. This amazing story involves family, friends, secrets, feelings of guilt, surprises and hope for the future. Excellent read. I received a copy of this book and this is my personal honest opinion. No review was required.

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I loved this book! The Season of Silver Linings is my favorite in the Sweet Lake Series. I enjoyed revisiting the town and its residents. What made this one stand out to me was the mysterious stranger who came to town and what that may bring to some of its residents. I hope there are more books to come in this series! Well done!

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Loved this fast read. Perfect for anyone who enjoys a well written and thought out story. My favorite in the Sweet Lake Series.

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I think that this book is Christine Nolfi's best work yet! It is a story with drama, romance, humor,and mystery. The characters are charming and delightful, and the plot twist unexpected. Well done, Ms. Nolfi, BRAVO!

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THE SEASON OF SILVER LININGS by Christine Nolfi is the third book in her Sweet Lake series. I thoroughly enjoyed the first two books, so I could not wait to get back to Sweet Lake and the Wayfair Inn for the next part of the story. Most of the characters are ones we grew to know and love from the first two books, but there are a few new characters in the third book. As with the previous books, the story centers on themes of love, family, friendship and loyalty. This time, the story focuses on Jada, the long-time pastry chef and one of the managers at the Wayfair. The plot was expertly crafted with just the right mix of drama, romance and suspense. I never saw the dramatic twist at the end coming. THE SEASON OF SILVER LININGS was delight to read. For me, this is the best book yet and I highly recommend it. Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the early copy

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Christine Nolfi scores another hit with the latest installment of her Sweet Lake series. A stranger visits the Wayfair Inn in search of someone whose connection to Sweet Lake may best be kept secret, at least in the mind of co-manager Jada Brooks. As Jada comes to know and care about Millicent Earhardt, however, her evolving relationship with Philip Kettering and his young daughter, Fancy, are at risk due to the impact of the secret Jada believes drew Millicent to Sweet Lake. As Jada struggles with how best to handle the truth Millicent seeks, she learns the art of putting herself first and accepting that she should not always take on the burdens of others. Nolfi again weaves weighty issues into a story of romance and friendship, where strong female characters deal with mental health, troubled youth, and the question of what really lies behind the secrets each of us deal with in our everyday lives.

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