Jean Stone - Free Library Land Online - Classics

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A Vineyard Morning

Life is usually quiet during the off-season on Martha's Vineyard. But not for island newbie and bestselling novelist Annie Sutton . . .

Finally settled into her adopted island home, Annie is looking forward to writing her next mystery, making soap for her new business, and starting renovations on the Inn she plans to open by the summer. She's also enjoying spending more time with local police sergeant John Lyons, the man she's only just gotten comfortable calling her boyfriend. She's even starting to relish her relationship with John's teenaged daughter, Lucy. It's probably not the best moment for a visit from the biological mother Annie only recently met. Still, it's high time she got to know the mysterious Donna MacNeish . . .

But Donna's visit isn't merely a social call—she's come to share some devastating news. Seeking solace in an outing with Lucy, Annie and the teen stumble upon skeletal remains on the Inn's property, a finding...]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2020 18:41:13 +0200 A Vineyard Summer https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/470899-a_vineyard_summer.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/470899-a_vineyard_summer.html

A Vineyard Summer

Home. . . . That's what Martha's Vineyard is to Annie Sutton now.

After a winter spent writing her latest novel, Annie looks forward to a summer with friends who have become like the family she never had. But then her landlord announces that his grandson will be moving into her cozy Chappaquiddick cottage—and she'll be moving out. Year-round island housing is tough to find at any time; in summer, it's nearly impossible. Shaken by the thought of being forced to leave the people and the community she's grown to love, Annie seeks distraction in the July 4th celebrations—and stumbles upon a young woman who's unconscious on her front lawn . . . and barely alive . . .

Summer on the Vineyard brings not only tourists, but also wealthy families with summer homes—like Fiona Littleton's—and tensions between them and the tight-knit island community often ignite. But when Annie's quick thinking saves Fiona's life, she's surprised to...]]> Fri, 15 Nov 2019 10:33:40 +0200 A Vineyard Crossing https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/596748-a_vineyard_crossing.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/596748-a_vineyard_crossing.html

A Vineyard Crossing

Martha's Vineyard may be picturesque and peaceful, but even there, happily-ever-after has its dark side . . .

Annie Sutton is not only a bestselling mystery author, she's the proprietor of the newly opened Vineyard Inn. Recently engaged to local police sergeant John Lyons, instead of making wedding plans, Annie's fighting with him about his older daughter, a troubled teen who has moved home—bringing chaos in her wake. With Annie's beloved brother away on a troublesome journey of his own, Annie needs a friend. She begins to confide in one of the Inn's guests, a mysterious stranger named Mary Beth Mullen. Her mix of kindness and vulnerability makes Annie trust her—until Mary Beth shares a secret that leaves Annie torn between family loyalty and a promise she made.

When a handsome, internationally acclaimed journalist checks into the Inn, he too unpacks a boatload of trouble for Annie, triggered by a provocative photo, covertly...]]> Sun, 05 Sep 2021 18:25:30 +0300 A Vineyard Christmas https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/78031-a_vineyard_christmas.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/78031-a_vineyard_christmas.html

A Vineyard Christmas

In the midst of a Christmas blizzard: A baby on the doorstep.

It's taken a long time and a little heartache, but Annie Sutton is finally following her dream of living on Martha's Vineyard. She fell in love with the island's singular beauty while using it as a setting for two of her novels. In her cozy rented cottage on Chappaquiddick, she's settling in for her first Vineyard winter—complete with a fierce nor'easter on the way, forecast to bring high winds and deep snow. But the blizzard also brings something unexpected to Annie's front porch: a basket, encircled by a ribbon, containing a baby girl. The note reads: "I named her Bella, after my grandmother. Please help her, because I can't."

Adopted as a child, Annie is grateful for wonderful parents who raised her as their own. Yet she also hopes to spare little Bella the feelings of abandonment that still haunt her. And so, rather than take the baby to the police, Annie decides to keep her and try to...]]> Thu, 08 Nov 2018 17:06:28 +0200 Beach Roses https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/271074-beach_roses.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/271074-beach_roses.html

Beach Roses

Miracles happen where you least expect them.

No one captures the tides of a woman's heart quite like Jean Stone. Set on New England's celebrated Martha's Vineyard, this novel brings together three courageous women whose struggles reveal startling truths and ultimately change their lives.

The women begin as strangers: Rita has a past that cannot stay hidden for long; Katie, the vibrant rock star, must choose between saving her own life and the life of her unborn child; Hannah, a selfless housewife, finds herself abandoned by her friends just when she needs them most; and Faye, the wealthy executive, thinks she's already survived the greatest fight of her life. Before the summer ends, these women will form a lasting bond--in a season when old hurts are finally healed, love is rekindled, and life begins anew.

From the Paperback edition.]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2003 10:46:27 +0200 Off Season https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/271075-off_season.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/271075-off_season.html

Off Season

Jean Stone is a gifted writer of romantic tales that capture the unique feel of New England while introducing characters who live in readers' hearts forever. Her latest novel is her most moving work to date, the story of a woman who gave up everything she had for the man she loved -- but must now find the strength to stand by him during his darkest hour.... Once Jill McPhearson had a life any woman would envy: a successful career as a television anchorwoman and a handsome fiance. But she gave up everything to start anew in her childhood home of Martha's Vineyard. For Jill, carving out a new, lower-profile career on the island is a struggle. But falling in love -- and then marrying -- local carpenter Ben Niles feels natural and seamless. It feels right. Steady, rugged Ben...the man who makes Jill feel she has it all -- or at least all she really needs. But when Ben is accused of a shocking crime, Jill's world turns upside down -- and everything she thought she knew is called into question. The small-town island life Jill loves is suddenly unbearable, as Ben and Jill try to hide their terrible secret from everyone they love. And now Jill must ask herself: how do you recapture a life that may never have existed in the first place? From the Paperback edition.

Review

"[Jean Stone writes with] graceful prose, vivid imagery and compassionately drawn characters."
-- Publishers Weekly Don't miss other books by Jean Stone: The Summer House
Birthday Girls
Places by the Sea
Tides of the Heart
Sins of Innocence
First Loves
Ivy Secrets From the Paperback edition.

From the Inside Flap

Jean Stone is a gifted writer of romantic tales that capture the unique feel of New England while introducing characters who live in readers' hearts forever. Her latest novel is her most moving work to date, the story of a woman who gave up everything she had for the man she loved -- but must now find the strength to stand by him during his darkest hour.... Once Jill McPhearson had a life any woman would envy: a successful career as a television anchorwoman and a handsome fiance. But she gave up everything to start anew in her childhood home of Martha's Vineyard. For Jill, carving out a new, lower-profile career on the island is a struggle. But falling in love -- and then marrying -- local carpenter Ben Niles feels natural and seamless. It feels right. Steady, rugged Ben...the man who makes Jill feel she has it all -- or at least all she really needs. But when Ben is accused of a shocking crime, Jill's world turns upside down -- and everything she thought she knew is called into question. The small-town island life Jill loves is suddenly unbearable, as Ben and Jill try to hide their terrible secret from everyone they love. And now Jill must ask herself: how do you recapture a life that may never have existed in the first place?

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Birthday Girls

A gifted storyteller who truly "understands the human heart," (Literary Times) Jean Stone returns with another deeply enthralling tale, this one about three women facing fifty--and determined to change their lives.... Once they were childhood friends who celebrated birthdays together, sharing laughter and tears and heartfelt dreams. Then they lost touch. Yet now, on the brink of turning fifty, one of them is desperate enough to contact the others--looking for more than an innocent reunion.... Abigail is a star, a new Martha Stewart whose weekly TV show has won her millions of fans. Maddie is a brilliant photographer under contract with a hip magazine. And daredevil Kris is a writer whose taut thrillers have been on bestseller lists for years. But one of them carries a dark, tormenting secret; another is obsessed with the man she loved and lost; a third would give anything to start over; and all are haunted by the stark passage of time. So what will the friends do? They'll share their birthday wishes just like before, only this time they'll go to any lengths to make sure their wishes come true....

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Once Upon a Bride

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Places by the Sea

There are some places you must return to.

In the bestselling tradition of Barbara Delinsky, Jean Stone weaves an enthralling, emotionally charged novel of friendship and betrayal, forgiveness and love.

Jill McPhearson leads a charmed life--with a hugely successful TV show, two beautiful children, and a fiancé who just happens to be her sexy prime-time co-host. Just when all Jill's dreams seem to be coming true, her past beckons her back to her childhood home on Martha's Vineyard and to a life she wants only to forget. But returning to the island will also give this savvy reporter her biggest break--the chance to go after the story of a lifetime: her own. For a dark family secret is about to be revealed, one that could help Jill face painful memories or destroy everything she's hoped to become.

From the Paperback edition.]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2014 10:46:28 +0200 Ivy Secrets https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/271076-ivy_secrets.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/271076-ivy_secrets.html

Ivy Secrets

Reunited by a shocking kidnapping, three graduates from a prestigious New England women's college--one of them the heiress to the throne of a Eastern European country--share the romantic secrets of their past.]]> Tue, 19 Nov 1996 10:46:28 +0200 Four Steps to the Altar https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/271078-four_steps_to_the_altar.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/271078-four_steps_to_the_altar.html

Four Steps to the Altar

They say true love is priceless, but is it worth fifty million dollars? With Second Chances, their wedding planning business, starting to take off, four best friends must decide whether they'll take some second chances of their own. Free-spirited Lily finds herself forced to choose between her sure-thing inheritance and a chance at true love; the no-longer-predictable Elaine surprises everyone--including herself--when romance comes calling from her past; Sarah, the uncompromisingly unconventional artist, finds herself contemplating the most unexpected choice of all; and the always-clear-eyed Jo suddenly finds herself second-guessing her own second chance at happily-ever-after. The choice for each of them is "I do" or "I don't," and the decision will change their lives.

Breakups, makeups, and romance at every turn--life always offers up its best surprises to those who leave themselves open to the possibility of second chances.

From the Paperback edition.]]> Sun, 19 Nov 2006 10:46:29 +0200 Twice Upon a Wedding https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/274991-twice_upon_a_wedding.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/274991-twice_upon_a_wedding.html

Twice Upon a Wedding

]]> Sat, 19 Nov 2005 12:44:53 +0200 Trust Fund Babies https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/274989-trust_fund_babies.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/274989-trust_fund_babies.html

Trust Fund Babies

Jean Stone, the bestselling author of Off Season, weaves the extraordinary story of three cousins bound forever by the family fortune they share--and the family secrets they don't dare reveal....

Mary Beth, Nikki, and Gabrielle have little in common except the vast Atkinson fortune they inherited. Growing up amidst the splendor of Manhattan town houses and summers on Martha's Vineyard, they've all learned the hard way that money can buy everything--except happiness. Marked by a summer tragedy they've all tried to forget, each woman has struggled to find her own way to cope with the secrets of her past.

Now Mary Beth is a pillar of the New York social scene, buying designer clothing and priceless jewels that even she cannot afford. Nikki searches for peace on the Vineyard, pouring her inheritance into endless charity work. And Gabrielle hoards her money in a Swiss bank account, safe from the husband who knows nothing of her wealth. But when their trusted...]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 12:44:52 +0200 Sins of Innocence https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/274993-sins_of_innocence.html https://classics.library.land/jean-stone/274993-sins_of_innocence.html

Sins of Innocence

In Jean Stone's moving novel of what might have been, four very different women with one very powerful thing in common are reunited--with one another, and with the children they gave up for adoption.

Jess has led a charmed life, but now that her beautiful teenage daughter is pregnant, all she can think of is the baby she gave away. Susan lost one child years ago, and now, as a divorced college professor, she's terrified of losing another. P.J. overcame an unwanted pregnancy to become a high-powered art director, but her whirlwind life is halted by an unsettling discovery. Ginny makes an unlikely Hollywood wife, but men, money, and four marriages can't erase the horrors of her past--or satisfy her need for love.

Twenty-five years ago, they met in a home for unwed mothers. At the time, all they had to hold on to was one another. Now Jess, Susan, P.J., and Ginny must find the courage to face the past: The date is set for a...]]> Sat, 19 Nov 2011 12:44:54 +0200