Emerson “Em” Jordan always wanted a Valentine’s Day wedding. But after being dumped by her boyfriend, she spends the holiday at Seashell Cottage on the Gulf Coast of Florida with Devin Gerard, a family friend who has no interest in her or any other woman and is instead concentrating on his pediatric medical practice and continuing medical missions in Costa Rica.Em, who’s always wanted a large … wanted a large family, doesn’t mind his disinterest. At thirty-two, she’s decided she doesn’t need a husband to have a child or to adopt one. First, she’s going to fulfill her dream of setting up her own landscape design business in upstate New York and has promised to continue to help run her grandmother’s flower shop.
It isn’t until Em and Devin become friends that Em realizes she might want more than friendship from him. But with his work in Miami and Costa Rica and her busy life in New York, it’s out of the question until something happens that changes everything, even a couple of hearts.
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Another lovely romance from Keim. She seems to specialize in great beach reads for the over 30 romance lover., and this is a very good addition to the group.
Sweet story of romance, adoption and strong women. Gran Julia , Em , her mom, strong women who love their family yet find time for themselves and their dreams. A little predictable, a little sappy but that’s what makes it such a nice, sweet read. Loved how the story finished, no loose ends
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Emerson, Em, has always wanted a Valentine wedding but her hopes were dashed when she was dumped. Her dreams of being in New York and doing landscaping design are still intact though. She decides to spend some time in Florida with a family friend. Devin is concentrating on his paediatric practice and sees Em as just a family friend. That is until the fates have something else in mind.
What a truly wonderful contemporary romance filled with love of family and fulfilling your dreams. The characters are amazing, well defined, personable and interesting. You become invested in their lives and hope they get what they want. This is an emotional rollercoaster as the characters deal with their losses, fears, desires and life’s challenges. The storyline is easy to read and full of delightful surprises as the characters grow and learn what makes them and those around them happy. This is a well written contemporary love story worth reading.
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Change of Heart by Judith Keim is a Seashell Cottage series which is located in Florida. Emerson Jordan lives in upstate New York and is about 32 years old. During the anticipation for July 4th festivities, she thinks her boyfriend Jared is ready to propose marriage and she is already planning a Valentine Day wedding in her dreams. Image her shock when he suddenly breaks up their relationship. He says he loves her but is not IN LOVE with her. Em is heartbroken. Her sister suggests that Em take a vacation to Florida and work through her heartbreak. All is arranged and a few days before Em’s trip her friend Kat calls to say she can not join her and pay her half of the costs of the cottage. Kat admits she has been dating Jared! WOW, this is a blow to Em’s heart and she feels that she must get away more than ever. Elena, Em’s sister finds a solution to the problem. She has a friend who needs some time off work and he is willing to share the expenses of the cottage in exchange for a room with some peace and quiet. So this begins the story of a wonderful and comfortable friendship Em develops with an overworked doctor, Devin Gerard.
Change of Heart is about life with all the hopes and dreams along with big disappointments. The story is about the support of family and starting new beginnings. The story is filled with hope and love as friendships become more than EM could have ever dreamed!. A delightful summer read!
Sweet and Clean Romance
This sweet and clean romance is a very satisfying book to read. While much of the story is predictable, the tale is wonderful to read. The story is full of family with generations working together and caring for each other. The story is very realistic and heartwarming. I received this book for free from the author and this is my honest review.
I listened to this on audible, compliments of the author. I really enjoyed this book with romance, family, new directions and adoption. The narratation was AWESOME!
A great read. I loved the characters and the beautiful story behind it! It was so relaxing to find a book that you could sit back, read and just forget about what was happening in the world around you. We need more of this. Thank you Judith for this lovely story!
This book was wonderfully written. The characters were delightful and the interpersonal relationships were something to be desired in real life. As a hopeful romantic, I appreciated Gran telling Em to take the rose colored glasses off. It’s great to have someone that is willing to be real with you. Although I felt that the book dragged on in places, it did not distract from the storyline or the next important step in the lives of the characters.
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I melted. I cannot believe the amount of emotion this story had me feeling. I was literally sitting alone at an airport restaurant and cried!! I cried!! Judith Keim really knows how to tell a story that hits your heart and pulls at its strings. I was really surprised by this story. I did not expect the ending, which was amazing! There is nothing better than that!
I was so in love with Emerson “Em” Jordan and the rest of her family; especially her grandmother, Julia. Their relationship was just so beautiful. This is a multigenerational story that has a lot going on in each person’s life and that makes it very exciting to read. I never wanted to put it down.
Her sister, Elena is a trip!! Sending Em to Seashell Cottage…with a man; none the less…There was no plan there! None! Or was there?
I highly recommend this story and I cannot wait to read the next Seashell Cottage Story/Judith Keim Novel. I am officially a fan!!
I was given a copy of this book by the author in exchange for a fair and honest review.
A wonderful story filled with wonderful characters. I really liked how much Emerson Jordan grew in this book. She seemed so young and naive at first and blossomed into such a self-assured women capable of working two jobs. opening her own landscape design business, to taking a trip to Seashell Cottage all by herself.
I enjoyed how she embraced her friendship with Devin and becoming a mother to his adopted daughter, Ava. I also enjoyed the full circle of the story by Em and Devin’s wedding being at the beach at Seashell Cottage in Florida. I really enjoyed the story. I received an advance copy of this book and I willingly chose to write an honest review.
The more of Judith Keim’s books I read, the more I love them. Her latest Seashell Cottage book can be read as a stand- alone. I love how she took the character of Em, having her determined to be independent and single, after heartbreak. The story that unfolds is delightful and a perfect beach read! I was given an Advance Reviewer Copy in exchange for my unbiased review.
I enjoyed this book so much.
Judith Keim never fails to bring in her readers and make them feel like they are right there.
The story is one of romance and couples growing together.
It is a book that you can’t put down.
Change of Heart by Judith Keim is the second book in the Seashell Cottage series. Not knowing this did not impact my enjoyment of the story, as Judith Keim weaves the background into the story. This is a beautifully written story of triumph over heartbreak. The characters are amazing and warm.
This is the story of Emerson Jordan who decides, in the face of heartbreak, to pursue her dreams and be more realistic about relationships. Emerson Jordan, to her credit, sees the good in everyone but sometimes to her detriment. She is a strong, intelligent and independent woman, yet she is not the only one in this story.
I do not want to ruin this beautiful story of personal growth by trying to give a synopsis but I will simply tell you to this book is worth the read.
Thank you to #JudithKeim and #wildquailpublishing for giving me the opportunity to read this book. The opinions expressed in this review are solely my own.
I loved reading Change of Heart by Judith Keim. Em, Devin, Ava, Gran seemed like part of my extended family. This well written romance is a heart warming, fun, family oriented story that kept me reading until I reached the end.
Change of Heart A Seashell Cottage Book by Judith Keim
Did not read the first book in the series and do not feel as if I missed anything.
Start with other works by the author, adult and children’s. Praise for works are included.
Dedication is also included.
Emerson Jordan is a woman at her sister’s wedding. Jared had broken off their engagement just a few days ago.
She works at the family’s flower shop. Her dating troubles and her friends she hopes to rent the cottage in FL or just get away from Valentine’s Day festivities. Until she learns her friend is in love with her ex fiancée.
Her sister gets another to share the cottage-the best man at her wedding-no attachments, no pressure. They each have a good time and are able to talk and learn about one another.
She wants a child-he missions at South American countries… she returns to start up her landscaping business in upstate NY while also running her grandmother’s flower shop. She has to hire others so she can keep up with her business as she’s just moved into her own condo.
Scary when she’s there by herself before others move in. Love the 5 things one needs to protect themselves. So helpful information.
He arrives at the flower shop and they are able to talk more. Like how the story also follows her sister who’s just delivered a baby, her parents are nearby and her grandmother has health concerns and maybe a new romance in her life.
Seems like a lot of characters but is easy to keep track of everyone. Love learning about the flower and landscaping businesses.
Just when you think the story is about over it’s only just begun. so much more to come.
So many twists and turns and surprises. Excerpt from the next book in the series is included.
About the author and acknowledgements is included at the end.
Received this review copy from Wild Quail Publishing via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.
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This is the third book I’ve read by Judith Keim and I look forward to reading many more of her books. Change of Heart is an emotional read about Emerson “Em”Jordan and Devin Gerard. This book will draw you in right away and will have you wanting more at the end. Em and Devin start out as friends and Em has decided that’s all they’ll be. Devin works in Florida and offers his medical services in Costa Rica. Em knows she can’t leave her family in Ellenton, New York. I won’t leave any spoilers, but I have to say what Devin did for Ava is amazing. Also, I didn’t like Kat and she is not a true friend. I bet you’ll agree after reading this amazing book. Grab your copy and I bet you’ll be wanting to read more books from this author.
I received an advance reader copy of this book and this is my honest and voluntary review.
In Judith Keim’s Change of Heart, Emerson Jordan is nursing a broken heart and decides to skip Valentines Day and heads to the Gulf coast of Florida. At the last minute, her friend decides not to make the trip with her. Devin Gerard is coming off a bad break up and he decides to spend his Valentines Day in Florida and they share the Seashell cottage. Thus begins a friendship that becomes much more. This is an enjoyable read and would make a great beach/summer read.
This was a light summer read with a feel good vib. I really enjoy Judith Keim’s books. I look forward to the next book in the series.
I was given an Advance Reviewer Copy in exchange for my unbiased review.
I received an ARC from Booksprout and Judith Keim in exchange for my fair and honest review.
The second book in the Seashell Cottage series. Both Emerson and Devin have had some disappointments in the love department. This was such a well written story and such a wonderful and sweet romance. This is a great summer read, and one that you can easily read in a reasonably short time. I would certainly recommend this book to those that enjoy HEA’s.
Em has always dreamed of a Valentines Day wedding. Hoping that her long time boyfriend is finally going to propose, she is devastated when he tells her that he loves her but is not “in” love with her.
Deciding she needs to get away for a while to get over her heartbreak, Em travels to Seashell Cottage. Helping her split the cost of the cottage is Devin, a family friend that needs to recharge from his hectic life as a pediatric doctor in the US and Costa Rica.
Agreeing to share the cottage as just friends, both Em and Devin enjoy the respite and do a lot of thinking regarding their respective futures. Could their futures hold more than friendship for each other?
Judith Keim writes of friendship and love. Her books make me smile and eager to read.
I was given an Advanced Reader Copy of this book in exchange for my unbiased review.