Sycamore Circle by Shelley Shepard Gray is a charming story. I enjoyed getting to know Samuel “Bo” Beauman and Joy Howard. I thought Sycamore Circle was well-written with realistic, developed characters. The story moved along at a quick pace. I like that we get to catch up with the characters from Edgewater Road (Lincoln, Jennifer, and the ex-cons who are getting a second chance). Joy is divorced and raising her teenage daughter who takes dance classes each day (which means driving her to and from). Her ex-husband only takes their daughter, Chloe one night a week. Joy tries to keep the relationship between her ex-husband and herself cordial. Joy makes a living by selling her paintings and teaching people to read. She is also a literacy tutor. We also get to know Joy’s daughter, Chloe and her Amish friend, Finn. Chloe takes dance classes near the diner where Finn works for his relatives. Finn has a difficult father and a mother who goes along with the father’s decisions and behaviors. Chloe and Finn become friends and there is a hint of something more. I enjoyed the mystery which was suspenseful. Bo is protective of Joy and Chloe. He wanted to make sure no harm comes to either of them. Bo is a man with a big heart. He uses terms of endearment which touches Joy’s heart. The ex-husband is a piece of work. Joy is lucky to be rid of him. Faith is nicely woven through the story. I like that it is light (not preachy). The author nicely blended romance, family, friendship, drama, faith, and intrigue into one touching story. Sycamore Circle is the second book in The Rumors in Ross County series. It can be read as a standalone, but I recommend reading Edgewater Road. I am looking forward to the next book in The Rumors in Ross County series. Sycamore Circle is an edgy and endearing tale with a caring ex-con, a pretty painter, a dancing daughter, an exasperating ex-husband, a scary stalker, a determined detective, and a gracious God.