Book Review of 'Where I Found You' by Betsy St. Amant

Hello Bookworms!

Going to keep this short and sweet today as I am still pretty sick. This flu bug that is going around is no joke and seems to take forever to get rid of so I am hoping on here really quick to feature this wonderful novel then it's right back to bed for me.

I hope you enjoy my thoughts on this Contemporary Southern Romance and don't forget to scroll to the bottom of this post and enter the amazing giveaway from JustRead Tours.

Welcome to the Blog + Review Tour for Where I Found You by Betsy St. Amant, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Where I Found You
Series: Magnolia Bay #1
Author: Betsy St. Amant
Publisher: Sunrise Publishing
Release Date: February 4, 2025
Genre: Contemporary Southern Romance

From beloved author Betsy St. Amant comes a enemies to more, Hatfields and McCoys swoon-worthy contemporary romance set in a small beach town that reminds us that true love is worth fighting for.

Noah Hebert recently inherited the Blue Pirogue Inn—along with all its problems. He needs money to keep his beloved childhood home from being shut down by his family’s longtime nemesis, Isaac Bergeron. So when Noah’s lawyer approaches him about an additional segment of his late grandfather’s will, it’s just in the nick of time. But even from beyond the grave, his grandfather is up to his usual games. In order to receive the last portion of inheritance, Noah must follow the clues. But there’s one condition…

Magnolia Blossom Cafe manager Elisa Bergeron is shocked to discover an acquaintance from the local Puzzlers Club left her something in his will—and even more surprised to discover they are clues to a portion of his estate. When she learns she must work with introverted inn-owner Noah Hebert to solve the puzzle, she’s torn. Growing up in the middle of a multi-generational feud between their families, she’s been taught by her father Isaac that Heberts can’t be trusted.

When these two exes must work together to save their future, will love get a second chance or will the longstanding family feud claim another generation?

My Review

When I first started Where I Found You, it instantly felt familiar, like I already knew these characters and setting, which gave a warmth and sense of connection from the start.

I like the dynamic between Noah and Elisa with the snarky banter commingled with the mystery behind how they ended up here driving the narrative. When the “hunt” begins is when things really start to get interesting in this slow-burn romance as Elisa and Noah have to work together to solve a mystery, the last thing Noah’s grandfather wanted the pair to do together. This leads to discoveries that are more than either bargained for. It’s amazing what can happen when you get vulnerable with someone else and honest with yourself.

There’s nothing more satisfying than a second chance, and this novel shines brightly with warm, authentic characters, a picturesque setting, and what looks to be the perfect beginning to a stellar new series. It was hard to put down, and now I can’t wait to see what’s next for Magnolia Bay!

My Rating: ★★★★★

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About the Author

Betsy St. Amant Haddox is the author of over twenty romance novels and novellas. She resides in north Louisiana with her hubby, two daughters, an impressive stash of coffee mugs, and one furry Schnauzer-toddler. Betsy has a B.A. in Communications and a deep-rooted passion for seeing women restored to truth. When she’s not composing her next book or trying to prove unicorns are real, Betsy can be found somewhere in the vicinity of an iced coffee. She writes frequently for www.ibelieve.com, a devotional site for women.

Connect with Betsy by visiting betsystamant.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a paperback copy of Where I Found You and a $10 Sunrise Shop Gift Card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight February 4, 2025 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on February 11, 2025. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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