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At Lighthouse Point

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This is the 3rd and concluding book in the Three Sisters Trilogy, and it did not disappoint!! While this can be read as a stand-alone, I highly recommend reading the books in order in order to understand the back-story and to familiarize yourself with all the characters. They all appear again in this book plus some, which could be confusing to new readers.

This book features Blaine, the youngest of the three sisters, who has struggled with coping with the death of her mother at a pivotal age and how it affected her relationships. She's always been treated as the baby and unable to handle any form of commitment or responsibility. Tired of receiving unwanted advice, she left her family to renovate Camp Kicking Moose on Three Sisters Island, Maine, and headed for Paris to train as a chef. Upon her return, she uncovers problems with the camp as well as family secrets. Plus, her best friend and romantic interest, Artie, isn't speaking to her. Blaine has made some very poor choices and learns to take accountability for her actions. As the family work together to save the camp, they face their past and join together in their shared values and renewed faith in God as well as each other.

I wish we had seen more of Artie and the romance aspect in this book, but then I think the author would have had to write another book or two to wrap everything up! I loved this series and all the characters and am sad to bid farewell. However, Suzanne Woods Fisher is one of my favorite authors and I look forward to reading her future work.

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At Lighthouse Point is a wonderful sequel. The youngest of three sisters is featured. A trained, French chef, she returns home to the small island family camp. Through flashbacks, she deals with the grieving depression the loss of her mother has left. She finds an “Angel” friend who helps her survive and thrive in achieving her goal as a chef, one who even accompanies her back to Maine. Family issues are forefront to be dealt with as the family camp faces multiple inspection violations. The culture of family and small island lifestyles are explored as dreams come to fruition. Relationships between spouses, parents, grandparents, friends, pets, sisters, and of course, plenty of sparks filled with love explode with possibilities as God’s Hands guide them to very satisfying destinies.

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Return to Three Sisters Island and Camp Kicking Moose for the conclusion to the series and some laugh-out-loud moments! Suzanne Woods Fisher's, At Lighthouse Point, is book #3 and focuses on the youngest sister, Blaine. As the youngest of the three sisters, everyone treats her as the baby offering her unwanted advice and never trusting her to do anything on her own. Blaine comes home from two years of being in France to prove that she is independent, strong and capable of building her own dreams. 

While all of the characters from previous books make appearances, a new character is introduced, Jean-Paul. He accompanies Blaine home from France and together they have a story to tell. He is on a journey of his own and adds so much life to the storyline. Several times I laughed out loud when his character was involved in a "situation". He also brings his wisdom and deep thoughts in helping the characters find truth. 

The book is categorized as a romance, but that storyline was slim and a bit lacking. Although I do think it was done intentionally by the author in order to bring to light the strength and independence of Blaine's character. The tension between the two characters, Blaine and Artie, lasts for most of the book, but then wraps up rather quickly in the end. If I had any critique, it would be to introduce the reconciling a bit sooner in order to see the romance bloom. 

All in all, this book was a great start to my summer reads! It is fun and lighthearted while also carrying depth and wisdom throughout. If you like Hallmark movies with a bit of heart, some quirkiness and beautiful settings, then this is an excellent choice. The books do not need to be read in order, but I do recommend reading all 3. They are worthy of sitting on your shelf!

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At Lighthouse Point, the conclusion to the Three Sisters Island series, follows the Grayson family through another summer at Camp Kicking Moose on Three Sisters Island off the coast of Maine. This story focuses on the youngest sister, Blaine, and picks up two years after the last book left off. She is arriving back on the island after two years in Paris, and things have changed in her absence - including the kitchen she was hoping to remodel and turn into her own restaurant at the camp.

While I enjoyed the story overall, something I found a little lacking was the character development. Some of the reactions characters had to problems seemed a little unrealistic to me - almost a little shallow or childish. One of the characters I did enjoy, though, was Blaine's friend from Paris, Jean Paul. His klutzy moments provided some comic relief, and he had some wise advice for every member of the family. I did also enjoy seeing Artie and Blaine reconnect and come to terms with some unresolved issues in their friendship. Overall, this book is a light summer read and a good conclusion to the series.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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Catch the ferry and return to the Three Sisters Island, where the Grayson family is reunited after Blaine’s two year stay in France. I read the series last May and was looking forward to book #3 to start off my summer. It was well worth the wait. I believe this was my favorite out of the entire series.

In reading the series, I have felt like Blaine was the most misunderstood by her family, so I felt like I have been rooting for her to make a statement where she is understood in a big way. I connected with the fact she had a passion and wanted to show her family how she could be successful in her own way. I also loved how the years in Paris matured her in many ways that were reflected in the new way she chose to respond differently than the old Blaine.I love how the book came together with all the family members in the place they love, even if it looks differently for every character.

My favorite character, however, was a new character, Jean-Paul. The wisdom he was able to impart to each character by observation and brief conversation was profound to each one he encountered. I wish I would be able to encourage others like he did throughout the book.

The author did a marvelous job giving the reader insight on each of the characters. Since there were so many characters we have grown to love in the series, it was quite a few to juggle. However, I never felt lost on whose viewpoint I was reading. As the reader, we got to see the good, the bad, and the ugly, which is very much like reality.

The worst part was having to say goodbye to the Island and family I have grown to know through the series. I felt like it was the perfect ending to the story that I got to tag along on. My advice would be to read all three books in order because they tell a story of forgiveness, family, passion, and so much more.

I would really recommend this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own and I was not required to leave a positive review.

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At Lighthouse Point by Suzanne Woods Fisher is the third book in the Three Sisters Island series and a must read if you love inspirational stories set in small towns and of course lighthouses. I really enjoyed this story and look forward to reading more by this author in the future.
Blaine Grayson returns home set on making Camp Kicking Moose more than it ever has been before, but what she finds is a mess. Her sister remodeled the kitchen for someone who can't cook and her best friend doesn't want anything to do with her.
Blaine wonders if coming home was a mistake with her plans derailed and old wounds being opened, but slowly she opens her heart to new dreams, ones that are better than before and more than she could have ever expected.

I was given an ARC from the author/publisher. All conclusions are mine and mine alone.

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I have just finished reading At Lighthouse Point by Suzanne Woods Fisher. This is the third novel in the Three Sisters Island trilogy. I have not read the other books in this series.

This particular novel addresses the aspirations of the Grayson family to turn the island into a camp atmosphere and tourist destination. There are many roadblocks along the way to seeing this idea through fruition.

I enjoy most of Ms. Fisher’s novels, but had a hard time staying with this one. I think that Ms. Fisher was trying to wrap up all three novels in one last one. There were so many different story lines that I had a hard time with it. Although I was not enamored with this particular novel, I do enjoy reading those books by Suzanne Fisher.

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I am disappointed.
At Lighthouse Point was one of my very anticipated reads for this year, ever since I found out that it was about the youngest sister.
I think that this book, despite being the third book, had Second Book Syndrome. Not much happened and there were a whole lotta misunderstandings that could have been easily resolved but instead, were dragged out through the whole book.
The romance was basically non-existent. I just thought I'd throw that out there for those who are looking for a Christian romance.
However, I really liked Jean Paul. He was easily my favorite character and I would love to have seen more of him.
All in all, it was worth the read but it still will never be a favorite.

3/5 Stars

*I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All thoughts are my own and a positive review was not required.

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3.5 Stars

The conclusion to Suzanne Woods Fisher’s Three Sisters Island series is supposed to be all about Blaine.

And it is, in a way. The reader sees how much Blaine has grown into her career, yet she still feels unheard in her family. There is definitely some growth in Blaine throughout the course of the book when it comes to relationships with her family.

However, the relationship between Blaine and her best friend Artie left a lot to be desired. For most of the book, Artie is simply a medical professional forced to help Blaine’s French friend. When the two finally do talk to each other about what happened a couple years before, it is rushed. In fact, there was more romance between Blaine’s older sisters and their husbands (who got their time in the sun in the previous books) than there is between Artie and Blaine.

That said, it was delightful to return to this Maine island and reunite with some of the memorable characters and the challenges of living remotely. This is also a series you will get much more out of reading in order as the layers of each character build from book to book.



Disclosure statement: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.

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Blaine returns home from cooking school and she has to learn to navigate the surprises that pop up in her way. I enjoyed reading her story and getting to know here and her family. This family will pull at your heartstrings and have you rooting for each of them.
We see Blaine grow throughout the book and watch her learn to let go and trust God. There's humour and there's faith but in the end, this story has you filled with warmth and comfort hating to say goodbye to this family that has also taken you on their journey.
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I have really been enjoying this series of three sisters and their father, who buys a defunct campground on an island in Maine. It has been two years now, and youngest sister Blaine is coming back to the Island after earning her culinary degree in France. She is ready to show her family that she is no longer the baby and can step up to their expectations and more. However, Blaine is the one that is shocked when she returns home.

I certainly understood her shock to realize that both her sisters are pregnant. That her grandfather, whom she has not seen in a long time, has come to the island at the same time as she is returning. That her family went ahead and remodeled the camp kitchen without her input, yes they did it to surprise her, but it will not work. Also the island has had some physical changes. None of this did they tell her.

This third novel brings us not just more of Blaine's story, but continues the whole family's. With the addition of Jean-Paul, Blaine's French friend, who has some surprising insight of one so young. I like how he sees the family. He is outside of it so he gets a different view.

This was a heartfelt journey of a family that was full of individuals trying to find their place as well as keeping the family intact. Along with adding to it along the way. I found the birth order of the sisters and how they took their "roles" interesting. I was the bossy older sister like Cam, so I think I related more to her. Always wanting to be in control, etc.

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I have been waiting for this book. Blaine’s story is one I knew would be fantastic, and At Lighthouse Point did not disappoint. This series has blessed me with each book, but none more than Blaine’s. I love each sister’s uniqueness in how they approach life. It made the story different each time we ventured to Camp Kicking Moose with Cam, Maddie, and Blaine.

As the youngest, Blaine often feels misunderstood, unheard, and left behind. The continued glimpses into each sister’s life, their fears, and their challenges made the story that much better. And poor Jean-Paul. He added a good deal of humor while also being a great mentor for Blaine.

The romance took a bit of a backseat in this one, which I found I didn’t mind as there was so much happening between the family dynamics and Blaine’s own journey and character arc.

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At Lighthouse Point is the third book in the Three Sisters Island series, and it's a wonderful way to catch up with the lives of the Grayson family. It's been two years since Blaine Grayson left Three Sisters Island to attend culinary school in Paris, and there are many changes, but the biggest change may be in Blaine herself. She's back in Maine and she plans to never leave this island again!

This is such a lovely book, and author Suzanne Woods Fisher has once again created a story filled with faith, trust, love, and family. She realistically shows both the strengths and weaknesses of her characters, and I would love to be friends with Paul Grayson and his three daughters. Since this book is Blaine's chance to shine, we're also given a glimpse of the two interesting men in her life. Loving and kind Jean-Paul is a new friend that she found in Paris, and Artie Lotosky is her oldest friend from home, but he now seems distant and indifferent. Is one of them destined to become more than just a friend in Blaine's future?

Engaging characters, an intriguing plot, and a beautiful setting. What more could you ask for in a book? At Lighthouse Point is an inspiring and entertaining read, and I recommend it to all who enjoy contemporary Christian fiction.

I received a copy of this book from Revell, Celebrate Lit, & NetGalley. I was under no obligation for a favorable review. These are my own thoughts.

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Book three in the Three Sisters Island series, I loved this story. It’s a page turner. So much fun to return to the island and see what’s going on with the Grayson family and Camp Kicking Moose.

While there are many characters in the story, it’s easy to follow each one. I love the characters and the way that the author builds their personalities. They have depth and a realness that makes it enjoyable to read.

So many different life events are happening, along with the emotions but always with hope and love. If you enjoy contemporary Christian fiction I recommend the entire series.

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I have loved reading this series and following the stories of the Grayson sisters. In this book, the youngest sister, Blaine, has returned home from Paris to follow what she’s decided should be her dream—to open and manage a restaurant for her dad. But from the minute Blaine returns to Three Sisters Island, nothing goes the way she had planned. As Blaine struggles to reconcile her past and face her future, she begins to understand that maybe God has bigger plans for her than she’d ever dreamed could be possible.

There are both humorous and heart-touching moments in this story. If you haven’t read the whole series, I’d suggest reading these books order to discover the beautiful stories of Three Sisters Island.

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Blaine Grayson has come back home to Three Sisters Island after having lived in Paris for two years. She hopes to create a dining experience at the camp her father owns. But, she didn't come alone. She brought Jean-Paul with her. Her family was puzzled-was he her boy friend? If not-then what? Blaine finds much has changed. Both her sisters are pregnant, the town is thriving and her former best friend, Artie, is distant. Her hopes for a professional kitchen are dashed when she sees the kitchen her family had installed. Nothing about it could be considered professional. How can she tell her family?
Much happens in this beautifully told story. Relationships are tested and the family dynamic is always front and center. The large group of characters all have a voice in the narrative. I found Jean-Paul to be fascinating. His first trip to America finds him spending most of his time on the Grayson's couch nursing his various accidental injuries while binge watching ESPN and soap operas while eating newly discovered junk food. However, the Grayson family learns there is much more to Jean-Paul.
This wonderful novel is skillfully crafted and a pleasure to read. The well developed characters are vividly brought to life as is the setting. The engrossing story is filled with heart, love and faith. Highly recommended.

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Welcome back to Three Sisters Island, ME, and another visit with Paul Grayson and his three grown daughters. (I was thankful for the character list at beginning of this book. With the books in the series a year apart, it can be hard to remember who's who.) At Lighthouse Point, #3 Three Sisters Island, by Suzanne Woods Fisher is very enjoyable as it focuses especially on Blaine’s return to the island, yet we see Cam and Maddie maturing in their marriages and the dynamics of the family as a whole. There are so many character developments or relationships examined, that the flow of the storyline is wonderfully robust and busy from every angle. With healthy doses of faith that are spoken in Woods’ trademark profound but easy-to-understand style, this book is the perfect conclusion to The Three Sisters’ Island series. Woods even surprised me a few times with her twists and turns.
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This intricately woven novel entangles numerous threads, personalities, and dreams to skillfully create a heartwarming story filled with family dynamics, assumptions, and misunderstandings as well as love. Navigating the interactions of the various characters, all well crafted, provides opportunities to consider how things would change if different choices were made and even to learn some life lessons. This book can stand alone as a complete story, but it is much richer if you read the entire series in order. The youngest sister, Blaine, gets her due in this tale, and her growing maturity amazes me and makes me think about applying some of her wisdom in my own life. Scenes from her past are inserted at significant points to paint a fuller picture. Four generations of Graysons together on Three Sisters Island all endure setbacks, which push them toward a God who cares. I would like another book to learn what happens next with this endearing cast. Since Blaine is a gifted chef, the book has to include a recipe, which is provided at the end. I received a copy from Celebrate Lit through Netgalley. All opinions are my own.

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I have always enjoyed my visits to Three Sisters Island, the setting of Suzanne Woods Fisher‘s contemporary series. I have never been to Maine, but if it is anything like the charming island setting depicted in the three books, sign me up to go! The setting is a big draw to the books, but it is the characters and Fisher’s easy writing style that keep me reading. The latest book, At Lighthouse Point, features Blaine, the youngest of the Grayson sisters. Gone for two years, a lot has changed including Blaine’s outlook and dreams. I loved how Blaine has grown. She really becomes her own person. While things change, many want things to remain the same — a lesson some of the Graysons have to learn. There are funny moments, poignant moments, reconciliations, new starts, and wisdom imparted from Jean-Paul, an outsider with great insight. I fear this is the concluding book of the series (I want to return 😉 ), but it is a great one. Make sure you read this series in order, you do not want to miss out on one thing. The Three Sisters Island series is perfect for binge-reading. I highly recommend it!

Highly recommended.

Audience: adults.

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AT LIGHTHOUSE POINT is not the first book I’ve read by Suzanne Woods Fisher and it won’t be the last. She has a way of grabbing her readers and she never lets us go and now I’m kicking myself for not making time to read all of her books! AT LIGHTHOUSE POINT is the third book In the Three Sisters Island series. Camden Grayson thinks her father has lost his mind after he buys an island off the coast of Maine. It is the island where he met his wife, at a summer camp. His wife has passed away and he lets his three daughters know that he is selling the family home and moving to the island. All three sisters join him there and are shocked at the condition of the camp. It hasn’t been used for years and it is very neglected. All the sisters think this island camp is going to be a nightmare to renovate. Such a fun story!

Blaine Grayson returns home from cooking school with grand plans to open a fine dining establishment right in Moose Manor. She is the younger sister to two sometimes overbearing sisters Cam & Maddie. She has struggled to find her place not only in the family, but also in life. Unfortunately, she finds the kitchen has been remodeled for her by her father and sister as a surprise. Oh boy, some surprise!! It was nice to catch up with Cam and Maddie and their husbands and growing families. Now I don’t want to give away too many details, as I truly feel that AT LIGHTHOUSE POINT is a book you need to read for yourself to truly appreciate, but I definitely feel that Suzanne Woods Fisher saved the best for last in this series.

AT LIGHTHOUSE POINT is filled with forgiveness, family, and love and had me staying up way too late one night to finish! I had to know where Suzanne Woods Fisher was taking us and what would happen to this family. There is so much heart in Suzanne’s writing that I was left with a huge smile on my face and my heart very happy. All of the characters are very interesting and believable, so much so that I felt as if I’ve known them for a long time. Now I need to figure out how to fit more of Suzanne’s books into my reading plans! I can totally see AT LIGHTHOUSE POINT becoming a Hallmark movie that I would love to watch. I loved watching the sisters grow and come into their own. I have two sisters of my own and we used to fight like cats and dogs until one day, we didn’t. Haha if you have sisters you know what I mean. The secondary characters are just as important as the main family and you will come to love them all.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from CelebrateLit through Netgalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

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