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    Pelican Point
    Pelican Point
    Pelican Point
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    Pelican Point

    Written by Irene Hannon

    Narrated by Therese Plummer

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    About this audiobook

    After inheriting a crumbling lighthouse, Dr. Ben Garrison is more than ready to get rid of it until he meets a determined Marci Weber who wants to save the landmark. Can she make him see her point of view? A crumbling lighthouse is not part of the inheritance Army doctor Ben Garrison expects to claim when he journeys to Hope Harbor. Fresh out of the service, he wants only to unload the tower of bricks, decompress from years of treating battlefield trauma, and prepare to launch his civilian career. Hope Harbor Herald editor Marci Weber has other ideas. She may not be a Hope Harbor native, but the small Oregon seaside town has become home--and she's determined to save the Pelican Point landmark. Sparks fly as the two go head to head over the fate of the lighthouse. But when they start to cooperate, a different kind of fire ignites. And as they work together, might Hope Harbor heal the hearts of these two romance-wary souls? Bestselling author Irene Hannon invites readers back to their favorite town for a story that will light a beacon of hope within their hearts.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRecorded Books, Inc.
    Release dateApr 3, 2018
    ISBN9781501966064
    Pelican Point
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    Irene Hannon

    Two-time RITA Award winner Irene Hannon is the bestselling author of 40+ romance and romantic suspense novels. She has also won a National Readers’ Choice Award, a Carol Award, a HOLT Medallion, a Daphne du Maurier Award and 2 Reviewers’ Choice Awards from RT Book Reviews. Booklist named one of her novels a “Top 10 Inspirational Fiction” title for 2011. Visit www.irenehannon.com.

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    • 5/5
      Another lovely story by this author. Beautifully read and acted. Keep them coming
    • 5/5
      What a beautiful story of broken people finally finding true love! The characters were inspiring and the story line, heart rendering! Hope Harbor is well named!
    • 5/5
      If you love the Virgin River Series by Robyn Carr, you will love the Hope Harbor series!
    • 5/5
      Former army doctor Ben Garrison has inherited a lighthouse at Hope Harbor from his grandfather. Marci Weber, owner and editor of the very small neighborhood newspaper, may be a relative newcomer to Hope Harbor, but she loves the town and its people whole-heartedly. She also wants to save the lighthouse for its inhabitants. The problem? Ben wants to sell it, and begin his civilian practice in a large city. He has a buyer, and even though the town wants the lighthouse, they don’t know how they can afford to match his other offer, or maintain the lighthouse, if they were to buy it. These two seem at cross purposes, but the more they see each and talk, the closer they come to realizing they want the same thing. But each harbors secrets from the past that may jeopardize any future relationship that is developing between these two. Still, there it hope, as the name of the town implies. It’s quite an interesting and well written tale, with memorable characters.
    • 4/5
      It’s time for another Hope Harbor romance—Pelican Point does not disappoint! A heartwarming story of hope, second chances, and a lighthouse, it is sure to captivate contemporary readers.Ben Garrison arrives in Hope Harbor to handle his grandfather’s estate, which includes the crumbling Pelican Point lighthouse, before getting on with his post-Army life. However, local newspaper editor Marci Weber has too much spirit and adopted town pride to let the landmark go to just anyone. Of course, sparks fly as the pair determines what to do with the lighthouse—and their growing feelings for each other.Another romantic, entertaining addition to Irene Hannon’s series, I thoroughly enjoyed it.Thanks to Revell Reads, I received a copy of Pelican Point and the opportunity to provide an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review, and all the opinions I have expressed are my own.
    • 4/5
      Pelican Point is the fourth novel in the Hope Harbor series. In this intriguing novel, we are introduced to Army doctor Ben Garrison who has arrived back to Hope Harbor for his grandfather's funeral.

      Ben, being sole heir is left everything, including the run-down lighthouse at Pelican Point. Ben wants to settle his grandfather's affairs and move on to his new practice in Ohio and that means selling an old lighthouse no one wants to buy; until a developer puts in a bid to buy it and the whole town comes together thanks to Marci, the local newspaper editor to save the landmark.

      Can Ben who wants nothing more to settle the estate can't push past the feelings he has for Marci, the strong-willed red headed newspaper editor. Both Ben and Marci are dealing with past issues that have made them skittish about forming relationships. Will they be able to move past these issues and yield to their feelings?

      The writer has done a great job of bringing you into the small town of Hope Harbor and into the lives of the characters she has created. I especially appreciated the way all the characters in Hope Harbor revolved around the lighthouse and Charly the taco king.

      I like the way she artfully interweaves the characters in this story and creates a subplot.

      Although this novel is the fourth in a series, it can stand alone without reading the first three, but once you've read this one you will want to read the rest.

      I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review and the opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
    • 5/5
      I Really enjoyed this book. This was a fun tale fears and hardships for both marci and Ben . I enjoyed the story where it was Oregon.I will keep watching for Irene Hannon books..
    • 5/5
      What a neat book. Two couples, two romances. One romance that needs to start for the first time, and one that needs rekindling. A red-haired, frightened hot-head and a calm, military doctor who clash over a local landmark, that Ben actually refers to as “Skip’s Folly.” I liked getting to see inside the lives of Ben and Marci and Greg and Rachel. How they handle conflict ultimately will decide if their relationships will make it or be broken forever.The townspeople are great in their care for their own. My favorite person is Charley. the taco maker. He seems to be very smart and insightful into others’ needs, yet he is eccentric enough to talk to the seagulls. Maybe that is what makes him a non-threatening counselor of sorts.Twists I didn’t anticipate turned the course of the story. But isn’t that true of real life? This was the second romance I have read in this Hope Harbor series of Ms. Hannon’s, but I intend to rectify that. The town and the people are just too wonderful to leave before one must. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley. This in no way affects my opinions, which I am leaving voluntarily and for which I am solely responsible.
    • 4/5
      I've only recently discovered this author. I'm not sure where I heard about this book--I didn't realize until I came here on Goodreads that it was book 4 in the series. I was not lost by jumping into the series at this book, so that is a good thing.The beginning of the book felt very familiar to me. This could mean that I read a preview of the book at some point, or it could mean that there is another book out there that I've read where someone inherits a lighthouse--even though I don't remember a title.Hope Harbor seems like a nice little town. It's got it's small town problems (everyone knowing everyone else's business) but the residents do seem to care for each other for the most part.Loving each other in good and bad times and being committed to the one you love seem to be a common theme that weaves throughout the book.Interesting that both Marci and Ben would have a similar issue in their past dating lives. I thought the relationship between Rachel and Greg showcased some of the challenges that can occur in a marriage and ways to overcome them. Greg's emotions about being an amputee who now cannot get the job he's wanted for years seem realistic. Tough love is sometimes necessary. I'm glad it worked out in this case. I'm glad Marci was able to recognize his talent and redirect it to give him a new purpose. Charley seems like an interesting character and it seems he has a past that is only hinted at so far.The plot idea of the two main characters being attracted to each other but not wanting to get involved with each other is a bit overused in the genre. I wish the author could have made it more fresh rather than going with a tried and true plot point.
    • 5/5
      Ms. Hannon has done it again! She has brought her long time fans (and I’m sure, some new fans!) another hit. Pelican Point brings us back to Hope Harbor, once again, and keeps us hanging on every page turn. I stayed up long into the night trying to finish this one and when I closed the last page…..well, let’s just say I didn’t want it to end.I loved the way Ms. Hannon created Ben and Marci. They were real-to-life and really jumped off the pages. Watching them come together, determining what should be done with Pelican Point, was not just interesting, it was fun. They butt heads on occasion, but then Hannon weaves in the power that God has and the head butting quickly turns to blossoming attraction making me wish that I was there beside them, cheering them on in real life.Ms. Hannon not only gives us a great performance with Ben and Marci in this story, she brings back some lovable characters from the first three novels and really rounds out the story. The messages of hope that she winds into the words of the story really pop to me. I loved every second of this story! For 2018, this has become one of my favorite novels and I can’t wait to read more 5 star worthy reads from her fantabulously, incredibly talented hands. Well done, Ms. Hannon! Well done!*I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and was under no obligation to post a review, positive or negative.*
    • 5/5
      This series just gets better and better for me. I love the main characters and then when you add in Charlie and the seagulls it just makes me fall in love with the story. This one has a bit of intrigue and lots of romance. A great combination. I received a copy of this book from Revell for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.
    • 4/5
      I am a big fan of Irene Hannon’s novels, both her romantic suspense and her contemporary romance. It was a treat to return to Hope Harbor, Oregon for the fourth time in Pelican Point. The fictional coastal town has become like a vacation retreat for me. Its charming setting and endearing residents provide a respite from busy life. If you are a fan of the Hope Harbor Novel series, you are going to love this one.Two couples are featured in Pelican Point — young newlyweds Rachel and Greg, and relative newcomer Marci Weber and the just-passing-through Ben Garrison. Each story explores different issues, but are tied together through the town’s attempt to save the historic landmark, the Pelican Point Lighthouse. Along with these characters that quickly made their way into my heart, secondary characters from previous books make their appearance. The quirky taco-making, wisdom-dispensing, artist Charlie and the two seagulls that seem to show up in quite a few scenes add whimsy and a bit of mystery to the book. New romance and romance re-kindled are the focus, but there is some suspense to keep the pages turning. The over-arching theme of this novel is new starts. Both couples have to overcome past experiences and find their way to fresh beginnings. Greg and Rachel are struggling with the loss of dreams due to a devastating military incident, and Marci and Ben both have had troubling relationships in the near past. All four rely on God to bring them to a place of healing and trust.If you are new to Hope Harbor, you can certainly read this book as a standalone, but I suggest starting at the beginning. With four books to read, you have some great reading ahead before book 5 makes its appearance in Spring 2019.Recommended.Audience: adults.(Thanks to Revell for a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
    • 5/5
      I loved being back in Hope Harbor and with Charlie and his Taco stand, and boy would I love to have some. This town is magic, and what starts out as an albatross ends up pulling lives together in this seaside town.This is such a refreshing and heartwarming book, and you can see God’s hand in their lives, and as you read you are quickly drawn in to care for these people.There is a scary element in the form a mentally ill woman, and we have to wonder how she is going to affect those that we now care about.With lives going in different directions can the cast of characters come together and unite and work towards their common cause, and in the end, will this action help heal some, and bring others together.Yes, I enjoyed this read, and it kept me reading and soon the final page was being turned, and I wanted more, and alas if next year there is another book coming!I received this book through Revel’s Blogger Program, and was not required to give a positive review.
    • 4/5
      I love Irene Hannon, but I had not read any of her new series, Hope Harbor. This is the fourth book in the series and it is just fine as a stand alone. I didn't feel like I missed out on anything in the previous stories. But I will be going back and reading books 1-3. Pelican Point was a very good story and I enjoyed it very much. I felt the beginning was a bit slow, but it gained my attention quickly. The story centers around Marci Webber and Ben Garrison. Marci has not lived in Hope Harbor for very long, but she considers it her home. She lives a quiet life running the local paper and trying to forget the stalker from her past. Ben Garrison is an ex-army doctor on the cusp of a promising career. He is dismayed to discover that his recently departed grandfather has left him a dilapidated lighthouse. His only course of action is to sell the lighthouse as quick as possible and get on with his life. When Marci makes it her crusade to save the lighthouse from demolition, her and Ben have some disagreements. As a side plot, Marci's assistant Rachel, is having problems with her wounded soldier husband. Greg is wounded in body and spirit and it's tearing their marriage apart. I liked the sweet story of their reconciliation and mending of their hearts. Pelican Point is a good story filled with bad first impressions, romance, heartbreak and mystery. Irene Hannon is a very good writer. I recommend anyone to read Pelican Point!
    • 5/5
      Title: Pelican Point (A Hope Harbor Novel)Author: Irene HannonPages: 358Year: 2018Publisher: RevellMy rating is 5 out of 5 stars.The other titles in series are Hope Harbor: A Novel, followed by Sea Rose Lane, and Sandpiper Cove. The moment I started reading Hope Harbor, my heart was immediately engaged with the unique characters. Each one brings with them a well-crafted background and a heart that longs for love, freedom and faith.The players we meet at the beginning of the series continue throughout the story. Pelican Point isn’t the last of the Hope Harbor novels for which I am so glad! Irene Hannon has crafted plots that have a touch of mystery, suspense, romance, legacy, and so much more. In the Pelican Point book, we meet Ben Garrison who is the grandson of one of the Hope Harbor residents. He had visited his grandfather many times and even went out fishing with him, listening to the tales his grandfather wove while they were out on the water. Now Ben returns in what he plans as only a short stay, but with the returning comes a flood of memories Ben doesn’t count on. Plus, he meets the editor of the town paper named Marci and she is a spitfire of a gal! As the two interact in various scenes, one gets the feeling these two characters won’t get along ever! Is that really the case?The series isn’t sappy or simply romance; there is a tale in each book and characters with which any reader will be able to identify. Plus, these are stories that are fun to read, encouraging and instilling hope into the hearts of readers. So, please read them before the next one is published. You will be so glad you did!
    • 4/5
      When newly retired military doctor Ben Garrison learns that his grandfather has left him a decaying lighthouse at Hope Harbor, Oregon all he wants to do is get rid of this white elephant on Pelican Point. With a new job waiting for him in another state, he quickly starts packing up his grandfather’s house and sets about to sell the lighthouse; but as he does, happy memories of spending summers staying in Hope Harbor with his grandfather surface. There is another person who has found their way to Hope Harbor and she wants to save the lighthouse at Pelican Point. Journalist and local newspaper owner Marci Weber, a feisty red head, is passionate about her adopted town. Unfortunately the night Ben and Marci meet fireworks go off between them, and not in the romantic sense. If Marci wants to repair the lighthouse she needs to repair that initial meeting with Ben and then get the town to see the importance of investing in saving Pelican Point’s landmark.I love the location on Oregon’s coast. This novel about trust and forgiveness is #4 of the series, but it’s the first one I’ve read and can be enjoyed alone. The characters are interesting, and there are more than a few side stories that add to the drama.
    • 5/5
       Once again, Irene Hannon has written another lovely book about the fictional place I want to live someday, Hope Harbor. Pelican Point tells the story of Ben and Marci, how they meet, how they work through difficult circumstances, and learn to trust again. And then there’s the lighthouse…This is a light and easy-to-read romance, and it’s always fun to run into characters from previous books in the series. However, you don’t need to have read them to feel right at home here. You can read them in any order. I look forward to reading Irene Hannon's books and can't wait for the next one.Disclosure: I received a free book from the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
    • 5/5
      I didn't realize this was part of a series when I requested it, but it works just fine as a standalone novel. I enjoyed it very much. The setting was lovely and the characters were well developed and interesting. I quickly found myself feeling very invested in their stories and really wanting to know what would happen next. The ending did not disappoint.
    • 5/5
      Irene Hannon continues her Hope Harbor series with this latest entry, Pelican Point. It features two couples as its main characters, Ben Garrison, a newcomer, and Marci Weber, the editor of the local newspaper. Married couple Greg and Rachel Clark also figure heavily in this novel. The town's prominent citizens such as Charley the taco vendor and the two pastors return to reprise their usual roles. The plot involves the uniting of Ben and Marci and the preservation of Greg and Rachel's marriage. If you like Debbie Macomber's books or if you read the earlier Hope Harbor books, then you will definitely enjoy this book. That said, this book works well as a stand-alone and no previous reading in the series is necessary for a reader to enjoy it. Irene Hannon is one of Christian fiction's hottest authors today. Don't miss her!
    • 4/5
      Dr. Ben Garrison returns to Hope Harbor where he spent summers as a boy to settle his grandfather's estate. To his dismay he has inherited a lighthouse which is in disrepair. Here he also meets Marci, the editor of the local newspaper. Neither of them are interested in romance, but as they work together to save the lighthouse from a developer who intends to tear it down, love finds it's way into both of their hearts.This is a pleasant, although somewhat predicable read. The sub-plot involves stalking and adds interest to the story. It will be enjoyed by fans of Christian romance.
    • 3/5
      Pelican Point by Irene Hannon is her fourth in the Hope Harbor series and my least favorite. It was not up to her usual standard of a very interesting read. I've read 15 of her books and usually rate them at least four stars, but I found this one to be just ho-hum. I liked the male main character, but could not get into the female character at all. I found her to be just annoying. This won't keep me from reading more from this author and I plan to buy the next addition to this series when it comes out in April of 2019. The description of that book sounds much more interesting than this one.
    • 4/5
      In this charming contemporary romance by Irene Hannon, we meet Ben, a newly retired Army doctor and Marci, a small-town newspaper editor in Hope Harbor. He’s inherited an historic but crumbling lighthouse that he doesn’t know what to do with, and she is on a crusade to preserve the light.Sparks fly, and a romance looks promising, but both have legacies from past relationships that may put serious obstacles in their paths.This book makes an excellent light read for those times when you are in the mood for something cute, sentimental and with a happily-ever-after resolution. There’s not a lot of realism here, with all the quick resolutions to life’s problems, the almost-mystical taco chef dispensing sage wisdom to all and sundry, and the observing Greek chorus in the form of a mated pair of seagulls. But there is charm and good feeling in abundance.I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
    • 4/5
      Author Irene Hannon's charming little coastal community of Hope Harbor, Oregon offers refuge for newcomers and a home-place haven for longtime residents. Historic, quaint, and close-knit, the little town has much to offer for those who learn where to look. "Pelican Point", Book Four in the "Hope Harbor" series finds a former army doctor at odds with the local news editor over the fate of a cherished landmark. When his beloved grandfather passes away, Ben Garrison returns to Hope Harbor for the funeral and to settle the estate. Not expecting to inherit the local lighthouse, Ben is also unprepared for the challenge by spirited and beautiful redhead Marci Weber to save the Pelican Point lighthouse from being sold. While not native to the community, Marci has settled in, made friends, and hopes to have found a safe place to escape her troubled past. Ben's plan is to handle his grandfather's affairs and to head to a big-city medical practice. As time passes, though, his nostalgia for the love shown by his grandfather and the undeniable beauty of the area has a powerful pull, and no little part of that tug is Ben's attraction to Marci. She had intended to avoid involvements, but Ben is unlike anyone she has ever met, and she cannot deny that she is quite drawn to the handsome doctor. Each of them has relationship issues, and they seem to be at cross-purposes over the fate of the lighthouse. However, Hope Harbor is aptly named, and with faith and care they just might find a way to keep Pelican Point shining for a bright and happy future. Book Copy Gratis Revell Books via Library Thing
    • 4/5
      Pelican Point has an easy to sink into Hope Harbor setting, with two characters that hold compelling pasts. I enjoyed visiting the seaside community, and felt the sparks between Marci and Ben.I was instantly drawn into the story, seeing the world through Ben's eyes, and the memories he relived after hearing he'd inherited the old in Pelican Point lighthouse. The pacing is steady, and the story kept my interest through the satisfying end. Marci is intriguing as well, but I identified mostly with Ben.For a nice, clean read with a great setting and characters you root for--Pelican Point is a good choice.I received a complimentary copy from LibraryThing.
    • 3/5
      Pelican Point took me to small-town atmosphere with caring neighbors. I appreciated the clean read, but the faith went only was far as going-to-church, although they all knew wisdom to share. Hints at God and faith were all that was really religious. (Although all the characters seemed to live a "good" life.) I appreciated the lack of touch prior to marriage. That was refreshing.The character development was skin-deep, repetitively reminding us of the guy's great looks, regardless of the ocean's breeze. (Became annoying after so many times.)Several of the other characters seemed to read thoughts, give insight without knowledge, and act too all knowing to be "true."The plot was simple, without surprises.For a quick break, it would suffice.