Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay
Babette de Jongh

Abby’s life has reached reached rock bottom and the only place she can go to climb back up is her aunts farm / children’s petting corner. As her Aunt has to leave for a much needed sabbatical Abby is left to look after the animals and the farm. Sparks start to fly when the long vacant property next door is sold an Quinn the new owner moves in. A fun and enjoyable easy read following the
Frenemies journey with mishaps along the way to romance .

In "Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay" by Babette de Jongh, readers are taken on a heartwarming journey of redemption and self-discovery. Abby Curtis, a woman who has hit rock bottom, finds herself seeking refuge at her Aunt Reva's Buckaroo Barn, a sanctuary for rescue animals. With the opportunity to reinvent herself, Abby embraces her new role of caring for the animals and running educational programs to foster appreciation and connection with them. However, her newfound tranquility is disrupted when a charming and enigmatic neighbor moves in next door, challenging Abby in unexpected ways.

De Jongh's storytelling shines as she skillfully weaves together themes of personal growth, healing, and the power of human-animal connections. The author creates a vibrant and heartwarming atmosphere, immersing readers in the idyllic setting of Magnolia Bay. The descriptions of the rescue animals and the farm environment evoke a sense of warmth, making it easy to fall in love with the characters and their shared experiences.

Abby Curtis is a relatable and well-developed protagonist. Her journey from a place of despair and self-destruction to finding purpose and healing is depicted with authenticity and empathy. As Abby connects with the animals and learns to care for them, readers witness her gradual transformation, and it becomes evident that the animals are not just beneficiaries of her care, but also catalysts for her own healing. The author beautifully captures the profound bond between humans and animals, emphasizing their ability to bring comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging.

The supporting characters in the story add depth and richness to the narrative. Aunt Reva, with her telepathic animal communication abilities, provides wisdom and guidance to Abby, while the diverse cast of rescue animals brings an additional layer of charm and humor to the story. The introduction of the intriguing new neighbor introduces a romantic element that adds a delightful blend of tension and chemistry to the plot.

De Jongh's writing style is engaging and flows smoothly, making "Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay" an enjoyable and quick read. The author skillfully balances moments of introspection and personal growth with lighthearted and humorous interactions, creating a well-rounded and satisfying reading experience.

While the story delivers a heartwarming and uplifting narrative, there are instances where the plot feels predictable and follows familiar romantic tropes. Some readers may find themselves craving deeper exploration of certain themes or secondary characters, as their potential is hinted at but not fully realized.

In conclusion, "Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay" is a charming and feel-good novel that celebrates the power of second chances, the healing bond between humans and animals, and the importance of finding one's place in the world. Babette de Jongh's engaging storytelling and relatable characters make this a delightful read for those seeking a heartwarming and uplifting tale of redemption.

I want to thank Netgalley and the author for gifting me the ebook. Great women's fiction romance. Highly recommend for a light heart read.

I have voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this title given to me through NetGalley. This book was just absolutely wonderful. It was just so easy to get lost in and I just couldn’t put it down. I just lost myself within this amazing story. I most definitely will read more by this author.

I was never able to read this book as it is gone on my kindle app. I will look for it at my library. Happy reading

Quinn was a sleazeball in my book he could have explained himself to Abby before sleeping with her, although I have to say, she made it quite easy for him. He didn’t have to go around pretending he knew nothing about what was going on. Quin was at his wit’s end searching for a solution to solve the mess he created, and thereby saving what he had found with Abby, their new love. An endearing second chance around sweet read.

Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay by Babette de Jongh is the first book in the Magnolia Bay romance series, and my first book by this author. Abby Curtis goes to her Aunt Reva home, Buckaroo Barn, when her life falls apart. Buckaroo Barn is full of animals, and they run tours for the children. Abby agrees to run Buckaroo Barn while Reva gets her wildlife rehabilitation certification. Quinn, a contractor, buys the long vacant property next to Buckaroo, and is planning a quick turnover. Quinn has no idea how loud it is next door. And the bickering begins. I found this book to be funny and a cute romance. I will be reading more books by this author. Perfect book to escape with for a few hours. I highly recommend this book.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I fell in love with the cover and then I fell in love with the book.
I loved the characters, the well developed plot and the lovely setting.
i can't wait to read another story in this series.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Babette DeJongh has crafted a novel that is not only entertaining, but inspires and educates animal lovers on how to listen more closely to their own animals. The protagonist, Abby, is a character I grew to love. She has an especially endearing sense of vulnerability and sincerety. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone of loves – romance, animals, and happy endings!

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WARM NIGHTS IN MAGNOLIA BAY – Babette De Jongh
Welcome to Magnolia Bay, Book 1
Sourcebooks Casablanca
ISBN: 978-1-7282-1695-9
March 30, 2021
Contemporary Romance

Magnolia Bay, Louisiana – Present Day

Abby Curtis is temporarily staying at her Aunt Reva’s animal farm while her aunt is doing a three-month training in Florida. Bayside Barn has an assortment of rescue animals, from donkeys to cats to birds, and they have paid tours of the farm to support the care and feeding of the animals. Quinn Lockhart moves in next door, unaware when he bought it that not only would there be constant noise from the animals but from people visiting. He mentions to his real estate agent that he wishes that the city council would shut it down so that he could have peace and quiet. His plan is to renovate, then sell, the property.

The animals are soon venturing onto Quinn’s property, which leads to confrontations between him and Abby. He’s immediately intrigued by her, but the fact that she is the caretaker of the animals that he hates makes their friendship tenuous at best. But after several interactions—and Abby injures her foot due to his negligence—Quinn moves in with her to take care of her. Soon, their disagreements over the animals turn into an attraction neither can ignore. Then Abby receives a letter informing her that the city council is reviewing a petition to ban animal rescue organizations like her aunt’s. Can she save Bayside Barn? Will Quinn help her—and admit that he might have initiated the petition for the ban?

Meanwhile, a wolf hybrid dog has been dumped near Bayside Barn. He’s afraid of humans after his former owners were mean to him. One of the Bayside Barn dogs, Georgia, has taken a liking to him and tries to assist him, especially after Wolf has an entanglement with an alligator. Wolf can’t yet trust Abby, even though the two are soon linking their minds.

WARM NIGHTS IN MAGNOLIA BAY is a romantic comedy with a bit of paranormal thrown in. The points of view are not only those of Abby and Quinn, but also the dogs, Wolf and Georgia. Readers will soon be rooting for Wolf to trust Abby (and Quinn) so that he can get well and make a home at Bayside Barn. Abby recently lost her job, so came to Magnolia Bay after her aunt offered her a temporary place to stay—and to help Reva achieve her dream of taking that three-month course in Florida. At first, Abby wonders if she is in over her head. Each animal has their own unique personality and think they can boss Abby around. But soon, she has things under control. Well, sort of…

Quinn is hoping to renovate the property and house he purchased but having an animal farm next door isn’t going to help property values. Especially when some of the animals pop up on his property, like the cat who takes a dunk in his pool and he must rescue it. But Quinn can’t stay mad long after he becomes attracted to Abby. He soon realizes that she—and Reva—are doing a great service. But how can he undo the damage he’s done? How will Abby react when she finds out that his complaint started the drive to put her aunt out of business?

A fun, entertaining tale, especially for readers who love the antics of animals in the story. Abby and Quinn aren’t perfect human beings, but they are made for each other. Both started out feeling unsure about what was going to happen with their future, but by the end of WARM NIGHTS IN MAGNOLIA BAY, they may be thinking about a life together. Don’t miss the joy and warmheartedness that fills the pages of WARM NIGHTS IN MAGNOLIA BAY.

Patti Fischer
Romance Reviews Today

Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay is a cute, small town enemies-to-lovers romance with animals and a bit of mysticism tossed in for good measure. Abby Curtis hits rock bottom and, without any help from her parents, ends up at her Aunt Reva's in Magnolia Bay. Helping Reva run her Bayside Barn, Abby is working through her issues, while trying to pick up the pieces of her life. When Reva is left to run Bayside Barn on her own, calamity rains down on her life, starting with the new distraction next door.

Quinn Lockhart's life has also hit rock bottom. When he snatches up a foreclosed estate in Magnolia Bay, his plans are to fix it up and sell it as fast as possible. The petting zoo with screaming children next door puts a kink in those plans. In the head of the moment Quinn makes an impulsive decision that could very well come back to bite him. This is especially so when he gets involved with Abby and she, along with all the animals, become very dear to him.

I fell in love with Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay from the start. The synopsis intrigued me, and the characters and story pulled me right in, hook, line, and sinker. Abby is an amazingly broken character whose love for her aunt and animals brings her to Magnolia Bay after her life hits rock bottom. Quinn pretends to be hard and uncaring, but Abby and those very same animals find a way to get beneath is skin in the most tender of ways.

The various methods the author uses to connect humans and animals was a fun twist. I enjoyed learning about Abby, Quinn, Sean, Aunt Reva, and the animals attempting to live their best lives in Magnolia Bay. The writing is terrific and descriptive with excellent world building. Highly recommend this read to lovers of contemporary romance.

Abby is joining her Aunts animal brigade for the foreseeable future. Her Aunt Reva is going away for a much needed internship sabbatical and Abby is going to take the reins. Aunt Reva has a animal whispering deep connection with the animals and she believes if Abby will let go she has this same inner link as well.

While Her Aunt is away the property next door is sold to Quinn Lockhart who is wanting to do a house flip. Then he finds out he is living next door to an animal menagerie he is ready to hit the roof.

Take the ride the author has setup for the readers. I personally could not get into the book. I found it slow moving and it was just not for me. However, that does not mean it will not be for others. I found it to be predictable and I could not like the characters or the storyline.

I received a free advanced copy from NetGalley and these are my willingly given thoughts and opinions.

Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay is an entertaining and well written book. If you love quirky plots and animals you must read this book.

Quinn and Abby are both rebuilding their lives after bad breakups and career disasters. But they get off to a rocky start when the petting-zoo animals she's caring for break through his fence. Could Abby and her menagerie be exactly what Quinn needs to wear down his gruff exterior and reawaken his heart?

This is a cute small-town romance with paranormal elements. The writing is good, and the story well-developed. If you enjoy this genre, this is a good choice. It's sweet and heartwarming with a lovable cast.

Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.

This book was a delightful surprise!

Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay welcomes readers to Bayside Barn, the cozy hobby farm run for the purpose of introducing animals to children/people for their mutual healing and growth. Thats why after a messy break-up Abby decides coming to her aunts farm and taking over while she goes on sabbatical. A summer taking care of the animals and running the farm visits is just what she needs…

Until the new and handsome neighbour, Quinn moves in next door. He is not a fan of the farm and the noisy kids! He knows that it will kill his property re-sale value… The gorgeous farm girl next door isn’t too bad though… but he isn’t planning on staying.

Abby intends to keep Quinn at arms length, until circumstances necessity his his daily help on the farm, and soon she is cooking him dinner every night… and more! Things are getting cozy until a big-time real estate invested starts looking into the area and wanting to push out Bayside Barn! Quinn and Abby need to work together to save the barn, but will his initial part in this project be his and Abby’s undoing?

OK- this sounds like a typical romance, and in many ways it is, but it was so much better than that! Yes, I loved the slow burn romance between Abby and Quinn, but what really got me was the animals! In specific, the dogs. Author Babette de Jongh is a telepathic animal communicator and included this skill in Abby’s aunt and Abby! I loved the why she portrayed the commutation between the dogs and humans and between the dogs. This was a really fun and interesting element of the book!

This is something you need to read to see! This was a great neighbours to lovers/ vacation romance.

Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay by Babette de Jongh is schedule to released March 30th, 2021.

I received a complimentary copy from Sourcebooks Casablanca through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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Thank you so much to Sourcebooks Casablanca and Netgalley for letting me read Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay early! I think this was one of those books that I requested without really reading the summary and while it wasn't amazing, amazing, it was a solid romance read that had good characters and a pretty interesting premise with enough world building and introduction of characters for next books for it to be a decent series starter.

Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay 3.5/5 Stars

Summary from Goodreads:

Abby Curtis has made such a mess of her life that Rock Bottom is an ambitious climb. With nowhere else to go, she lands on her Aunt Reva’s doorstep at Buckaroo Barn, home to a motley assortment of rescue animals. Reva, a telepathic animal communicator, gives Abby time to reinvent herself by leaving Abby in charge of the farm while she's away. Abby immerses herself in caring for the animals and running educational programs to teach kids to appreciate and relate to them. Just when Abby is finally starting to feel like herself again, a sexy new neighbor moves in next door, determined to find some peace and quiet, and challenging Abby in ways she never expected. Can she convince her stubborn new neighbor to give the noisy petting zoo next door...and her...a chance?
You’ll fall in love right along with Abby as animals and humans alike find unexpected ways to connect, nurture each other, and thrive.
Let's start out by talking about the parts that weren't really my favorite- I didn't like how Wolf came in and had his own point of view/chapters. That seemed really weird and wasn't my cup of tea. I also was not the biggest fan of how it didn't really seem like Quinn knew anything about Abby really but still was completely in love with her- like she didn't tell him about how/why she was so guarded in relationships and why she tried to keep so much distance between herself and Sean and why she was working for her Aunt Reva in the first place. But it seemed as if Abby knew more about Quinn for sure- I'm not sure if that's just because she asked more questions or if it was easier for her to get Quinn to open up, but their relationship seemed a little shallow, especially for where it ended up going. I really liked the idea of the Bayside Barn and Reva being able to telepathically communicate with the animals. I also loved how much the community rallied around the Bayside Barn in general. I also liked Quinn's relationship with his son- it seemed like a really healthy post-divorce relationship (whenever Sean actually showed up) and you could tell that Quinn really cared about him. Overall, this was a cute book, but it wasn't my favorite, so definitely a fun, quick read, but don't go into it expecting anything earth shattering.

An enemies to lovers and partners novel with animals! Abby has had a lot of things go wrong so she moves back to her aunt Reva's place in Magnolia Bay, Reva, an animal telepath runs an animal rehab center= Buckaroo Barn- and she leaves Abby in charge while she gets a certification to work with wildlife, All is going well until Quinn shows up. He bought the property next door and is a very cranky man who, as readers can expect, will come around because, well, there's Abby and there's animals. These two go steamy but then they unite to deal with Quinn's former partner, a developer. There' aren't really any surprises here but it's enjoyable, especially if you like animals (there's a wolf with strong opinions, among other things). Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. A fun read.

This is a nice romance novel. The two main characters, Abby and Quinn, both are undergoing a difficult moment in their life. Abby is starting to find herself again while being in charge of her aunt Reva's animal rehabilitation center, when Quinn moves in the house next doors and doesn't like the animals and the noise they make.
Getting to know Abby means also getting to understand the importance of Buckaroo Barn, and finally falling in love with both.
I loved Wolf insight of the story, very cleverly written!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Warm Nights in Magnolia Bay by Babette de Jongh is a charming, heartwarming story. The two main characters, Abby Curtis and Quinn Lockhart share the unhappiness of broken relationships at the beginning of this storyline. I enjoyed reading along as these two worked on their relationship with each other and fell in love. Quinn learned the value of the Buckaroo Barn while getting to know Abby. An important character in this story turned out to be an abandoned dog who is probably half wolf. Wolf's communication with Abby's Aunt Reva and then Abby and Quinn was so interesting. The thought that Wolf felt he had to earn his way into their home and hearts was fascinating to me. I am looking forward to more Magnolia Bay stories.

Entertaining romance novel centered around Bayside Barn—an animal rehabilitation farm. Abby is in charge of the center when her Aunt Reva goes away to get her wildlife rehab certification. Quinn, a builder, abruptly buys the house next door and dislikes all the noisy animals. Once he meets the beautiful Abby and gets used to the animal noises, his attitude changes. However, his initial complaint to his realtor attracted the attention of developers who want to buy the marshland around the properties and build a luxury hotel and marina. They’re determined to close down Bayside Barn. Whose side will the townspeople choose?

Steamy love scenes between Abby and Quinn. Lots and lots of sweet interactions with the rescue animals. Tender story of a wolf hybrid who learns to trust people again. Foul language.

I honestly reviewed a digital arc provided by NetGalley and Sourcebooks Casablanca. All opinions are my own. Thank you.