Is “true love” just a fairy tale?Brian Archer, lawyer and infamous playboy, returns to Greenridge after a long holiday to find his life in ashes. Literally. His condo has burned to the ground, and with it, his delusion that he’s a footloose, fancy-free guy who doesn’t secretly crave a home and a place to belong. Staying with his lovebird brother and sister-in-law at River’s Sigh B & B proves … River’s Sigh B & B proves unbearable, only rubbing in his deep loneliness. As does getting to know one of the other guests, a damsel determined to get herself out of distress, without any help from him. What is it about sweet, troubled Katelyn that makes Brian want to go all knight-in-shining-armor? And why is he suddenly longing for things he doesn’t even believe in, like true love, marriage . . . ?
Single mom and wannabe entrepreneur Katelyn Kellerman needs to escape from Greenridge. Her safety, and that of her children, relies on it. Plus, she knows the hazards of trusting someone all too well. So why, after meeting Brian Archer, does she wish she could just stay put and build a home? With him.
No matter how they fight their feelings, Brian and Katelyn fall for each other hook, line and sinker—but life isn’t a fairy tale. Brian can’t live in limbo forever, Katelyn’s ex is increasingly threatening, and she needs to secure a future for her and her kids. Can they beat the odds, salvage the ashes of their pasts, and risk everything for love, or are they just fishing for trouble?
Fans of heartwarming small-town contemporary romance, sister stories, second chances, friends to lovers, and furry dog friends will fall in love with River’s Sigh B & B and never want to leave!
“Book” your getaway with USA Today bestselling author Ev Bishop’s other books today:
RIVER’S SIGH B & B SERIES
- Wedding Bands
Hooked
Spoons
Hook, Line & Sinker
Silver Bells
Reeling
One to Keep
The Catch
STANDALONES
- Bigger Things
A Sharla Brown Christmas
WRITING AS TONI SHERIDAN
- The Present
Drummer Boy
more
There is nothing more fun than going back to River’s Sigh Bed & Breakfast, even if the characters taking us there are in trouble, either emotionally or physically. Something about returning to River’s Sigh always makes me feel like everything is going to be okay in the end.
That’s just what happens when Brian Archer returns to Greenridge to find that he has nowhere else to go but to his brother’s vacation haven, River’s Sigh. Of course, the moment wouldn’t be as poignant if it weren’t for the beautiful single mom, Katelyn Kellerman. And it couldn’t be easy, because though she travels light, she comes with heavy baggage in the form of two children and a possessive ex.
From the moment Brian rescues her from a difficult situation, he finds an attraction he knows better than to pursue. He’s a no-strings-attached playboy, and she has more strings than he knows what to do with. But it doesn’t take long for them to become fast friends and wonder if there is room for more. Hanging in the balance are her two brilliant children, whom she’d do anything for. Parenthood was never something Brian considered, and he needs to decide if fighting Katelyn’s ex and his burgeoning feelings for her are worth the broken heart he may end up carrying away. And Katelyn has spent the better part of her separation from her husband wondering if she will ever truly be able to make a break from him that will allow her to grow on her own. Or will he loom over her every decision for the rest of her life?
Another beautiful love story in the picturesque venue, set against a mountainous backdrop, complete with fresh air, forests and of course, the river that runs through it. It would be the first time a happily ever after was found at River’s Sigh B&B, but every story finds us on a different path to that joyful end. This one is fraught with danger and second guessing. Ms Bishop handles the difficult topic of domestic abuse in a way that helps us to see the strength that it takes to work through it and the very real idea that there can be some happiness in the end. I loved this story from the first page. The characters are full of life and color, and the area is quickly becoming a place I wish I could take a break and visit myself. Every book she writes feels like it takes me home, and makes me look forward to the next.
Hook, Line & Sinker is an awesome story! I could not put it down. I do not normally read stories about abused women but this one just pulled me in because Katelyn was such a fighter to get herself and her children to safety. (There are no gruesome details, she is fleeing when the story begins.) This book has vivid characters and a well thought out plot. I would like to visit River’s Sigh for a long relaxing vacation. I highly recommend that you read Hook, Line & Sinker.
4. Book 4 : Hook, Line and Sinker: 5 stars
I received a free copy of the novel Hook, Line and Sinker: River’s Sigh B & B: Book 4 by Ev Bishop and this review was given freely.
This is a rise from the ashes; second chance at love romance. Ev Bishop’s portrayal of Katelyn’s strong character as she struggles with spousal abuse and accepting friendship which turns to love with Brian is heartwarming and inspiring. The transformation in Brian from cautious and self protecting to sharing his feelings and willing to take a risk on both love and family was a joy to read.
5. Book 5: Silver Bells: 5 stars
I received a free copy of Silver Bells: River’s Sigh B & B: Book 5 by EV Bishop in the collective work Mistletoe Kisses and this review was given freely.
The Author continues her trend of well written and easy flowing sweet romances in this Christmastime chance encounter. Two broken relationships, distant family and a controversy about children peppered with attraction, love and humor result in a heart warming novella with a happy ending.
6. Book 6: Reeling- not read
7. Book 7: New Year’s Resolution: One to Keep: 4 stars
I received a free copy of New Year’s Resolution: One To Keep: River’s Sigh B & B : Book 7 by Ev Bishop and this review was given freely.
Jesse and Sophie’s story is both sweet and steamy with a little irony, jealousy, and a couple healing hearts thrown in. One To Keep is a nice holiday romance loosely connecting us to the original characters in the River Sigh saga featuring Callum’s brother Brian’s sister in law kindergarten teacher Sophie and Greenridge resident Jesse. Focused mainly on Sophie and Jesse alone at River Sigh the novel reminded me that playing in the snow can be fun at any age and that beautiful things can happen when you open yourself up to the unexpected.
8. Book 8: The Catch:5 stars
I received a free copy of the novel The Catch: River’s Sigh B & B: Book 8 by Ev Bishop and this review was given freely.
A heartwarming friends to more romance featuring wrong first impressions and the struggle to find fulfillment in both work and love. Tired of his nomadic life and regretting not knowing his 10 year old daughter Emily, quiet gentle giant Jase Scott and his party loving foster brother Colton head to the north east to River Sleigh Inn, Greenridge where they meet the dissatisfied single mom Aisha who is weighing the benefits of leaving the haven of minnow cabin to open a second chance shop to secure a better future for her 4 year old daughter.
Contains the cute and precocious four year old Mo; two darling abandoned puppies; a sweet romance where the couple struggle with trust because of their messy pasts; dark undertones in the form of low self-esteem, drug use
Well written story about a controlling ex and his wife taking the children in an attempt to find an escape falls in love with a man who didn’t expect to find love
Thoughtful and engaging romance. But did feel a bit longer to me. After chapter 20, I skipped several chapters.
Katelyn had a horrible ex-husband Steve that was super abusive and she had a paper from him saying she could take their two kids to see her friend. As they are boarding the plane the police come tell her she can’t leave. Brian had been traveling the world and was ready to be home when he is witnessing all this. He feels bad for the lady that is having so many problems. She looks familiar but he can’t quite place her. Katelyn recognizes him immediately. He dated the best friend she was on her way to go see but can’t now because Steve changed his mind. Katelyn finds a bed and breakfast that is here in town but she doesn’t have a car so she asks Brian if he would mind taking them there. He said sure and I happen to know where it is…. my brother and his wife own and run it. This is a beautiful story but scary about how awful abusive spouses can be. A very clean, no language standalone with a HEA!! Great story!!!
I liked the book and will read more by this author
I stayed up way too late to finish this book. I could not put it down. It is a must read!!
Incredible story of consistent love in an impossible relationship!
2 words that ruined this book – PROFANITY & SEXUAL situations. Otherwise it would’ve been a typical romance that was a bit farfetched.
This book is filled with wonderful characters and a moving story!! I enjoyed it!
Great book! Can’t wait to read others by this author
Made it about forty percent thru and could not connect to either character so I quit.
Hook Line and Sinker (River’s Sigh B&B #4) by Ev Bishop is a delightful modern romance novel. Well defined interesting characters and a fast paced storyline team with humor, emotion caring and understanding. This was a thoroughly satisfying read.
This is a drama laden romance as the awful prior husband makes her life a living hell …. while the new man deals with the crazy impact of his parent’s non-divorce on him. Only thing that almost cost it a star was the last scene he has with his mother. It wasn’t needed and the story would be better without it.
The kids and other characters were awesome. The couple clearly each had issues and their resolution of them progressed well. I was rooting for them. Good resolution with the Ex with reasonable results.
I’ll happily read more by this author.
5 stars
I received a free copy of the novel Hook,Line and Sinker: River’s Sigh B & B: Book 4 by Ev Bishop and this review was given freely.
This is a rise from the ashes; second chance at love romance. Ev Bishop’s portrayal of Katelyn’s strong character as she struggles with spousal abuse and accepting friendship which turns to love with Brian is heartwarming and inspiring. The transformation in Brian from cautious and self protecting to sharing his feelings and willing to take a risk on both love and family was a joy to read.
Hook, Line & Sinker is now my favorite book in this awesome series! It was really hard to put it down when I had to. This is Katelyn and Brian’s complex romance story with a lot of baggage from the past damage. The storyline was so good! I was hooked into story instantly. Getting out of the abusive marriage is not an easy thing or even recognize that you’re in one. Let alone growing up in such a family as a kid.
The setting of the River’s Sigh B&B is picturesque and peaceful and does healing your damaged spirit and mind. Fast paced and easy to read story with lots of fun and laughter too!
Loved all those well developed and authentic characters.
I highly recommend this series! You can read each book as a stand alone but you’ll get a complete understanding if you read it from the beginning.
Another wonderful trip to River’s Sigh B & B
I have read all of the River’s Sigh B & B books and loved them. I don’t think I can even pick a favorite anymore as the current one always seems to become just that, including Hook, Line & Sinker. Each book in the series can be read as a standalone story but they are all so wonderful I think you might want to start at the beginning.
Brian and Katelyn’s story is an inspiring one in a lot of ways. She’s trying her best to get out of a bad relationship and protect her children. He has always been the consummate footloose bachelor and then he meets Katelyn, his home burns down and he discovers that he’s tired of his old life and wants to settle down.
Ev Bishop’s never-varying, wonderfully descriptive writing style is as captivating as ever in this story. I’ve said it before in reviews of her other books, I wish that River’s Sigh B & B was a real place that I could visit.
Hook, Line & Sinker is a wonderful romance. The story unfolds slowly, the romance builds gently and the characters were totally captivating. It’s light on the cursing and sexual desire is only alluded to. While I usually read stories with a bit more spice I found it totally refreshing to read such an intense love story that didn’t need to resort to coarse language and heavy sex scenes to keep me interested.
I absolutely recommend this book and series to anyone who wants to read a highly entertaining, intense story with very realistic and complex characters. I am eagerly awaiting my next trip to River’s Sigh B & B.
Bravo Ms. Bishop and well done!
***Reviewed for Xtreme-Delusions dot com.***