Fall in Kentbury

This is the second book in the Kentbury Tales series, and a combination review for the ebook and audiobook. Readers met Bishop in book one and here we see him in all of his glory. McKay is an independent woman who is going through a huge life change and trying to figure out her place in the world which brings her to Kentbury looking for her estranged grandmother. Bishop is a man who loves hard and takes care of his family and the small town, Kentbury, he comes from. When McKay arrives in the small town, she accidentally bumps into Bishop and the sparks are flying. Unlike the first time they met, Bishop has his guard up and is trying to get McKay to leave. One would think that these two come from the same stock as they are both stubborn and will only move when they want. Ms. Burgoa has a panache for giving readers life like characters and places them in real life situations that anyone can relate to. I loved this book and fell even harder for the talented narrators who brought this book to life. Joe Arden is one of my go to narrators and it was a happy surprise to find out he was voicing one of the characters. Grace Grant’s voice paired beautifully, and the two together brought this storyline to another level. Each narrator was able to make these characters their own and captured their emotions exactly how I envisioned them. Regardless of what medium you choose, be it ebook or audiobook, you cannot go wrong! I recommend this book and look forward to more.

I’m falling more in love with Kentbury with every book I’ve read. Bishop’s family is a lot, but in a good way, while McKay’s family is not. She’s in town after being told to find her estranged grandmother, but instead finds not only a charming town and a broody hunk, but also a sweet and loving grandma that she should have grown up knowing. I loved this pairing and thought a lot of story was packed into this novella, but it hit every feel without being rushed or incomplete. I’m hoping to visit Kentbury again soon.

Claudia Burgoa pens another fabulous novel set in Kentbury, an amazing place to visit and spend time in for the small town charm and wonderful characters. After losing her job at her father’s company, McKay wants to visit her estranged grandmother, Eugenia, in Kentbury. She wants to learn why her father is the way he is. Except her father wanted her to go there for his own selfish reasons, one she was not about to do. Before going to Kentbury, she had a wild night out and over indulged in liquor. She then confided her life story to a kind man who didn't take advantage of her. When in Kentbury she tries to track down her grandmother, she meets up with him again, except he is not very kind to her, instead he tells her to leave. Bishop is just being protective of Jeannie, her grandmother, and when McKay meets Jeannie, it all makes sense. McKay and her grandmother hit it off right away and form a bond, and once Bishop got over his overprotectiveness, he realized he had a powerful attraction to her. Almost like an instant love, and as much as McKay loved it in Kentbury, she knew she had to leave, that she was not ready to settle down until she found herself. Bishop had to let her go and could only hope she came back to Kentbury and to him. I loved everything about this book, from Burgoa’s wonderful writing style to the fabulous characters and storylines she created to the perfectly cast narrators who bring it all to life from the pages to your ears. And this novella sized book packs a lot of story, a story that will warm your heart and put a smile on your face. Claudia Burgoa, thank you for another wonderful story and emotional rollercoaster ride.  🎧📚🎧And for the superb narration, Grace Grant and Joe Arden’s performance enhances this already amazing story to another level. Their portrayal of the characters is spot-on and I love how they took each role and made it their own, sounding believable and exactly as I imagined. They set the perfect tone for the story, capture all the characters’ emotions and have you feeling them all. These entertaining storytellers are versatile voice artists and a pleasure to listen to. Thank you for another exceptional listen. 

If you like hallmark movies, this is the book for you! McKay & Bishop’s story is a feel-good, short story that I couldn’t stop! Their story is a whirl-wind romance with the romance of fall scattered in. The small town of Kentbury helps elevate all of the story to make it feel like a cozy hallmark movie!

Love this sweet, small town love story from Claudia. This one is so special because it’s about a grandma and her granddaughter…made me think of my grandma and our special relationship. McKay is out to right some wrongs from her family and to become independent from her controlling father. I loved her determination, care for others and her growth throughout the story. Bishop initially come across as a real jackwagon but as I read the book I came to love him - he is caring, protective and a wonderful man. This is a sweet story of discovery, acceptance and new beginnings. Feels like a warm hug. Grace Grant and Joe Arden deliver an excellent performance. I love the voice, personality and emotion they gave to each of the characters! A delightful read/listen.

When Bishop and McKay meet, she makes all kinds of impressions. Follow along with them when they eventually meet again in Kentbury, disliking each other, getting to know each other and then learning to let go and meet themselves before admitting to each other the love they’d found. What an all of the feels romance that will keep you wondering how it’s going to go. I ❤️ it!!!