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Book Review: Ten Beach Road by Wendy Wax & Giveaway

June 1, 2011 by Darlene


Ten Beach Road by Wendy Wax is the perfect novel to escape into! I’ve read one other book by Wendy Wax, that being Magnolia Wednesdays, which I loved. So I knew I wanted to read Ten Beach Road and I wasn’t disappointed. I really enjoy the writing style of Wendy Wax and I can’t wait to read more by her. She manages to draw me into the lives of her characters to the point where I just can’t put the book down until I’m finished. Ten Beach Road is one to throw in your beach bag this summer and enjoy!

Madeline, Avery, and Nicole have never met but they are about to be thrown together because each has suffered a great financial loss thanks to a financial advisor who has taken off with everyone’s money. The women all come from different backgrounds but it seems the one thing they have in common now is that they have shared ownership in a beachfront property in Florida. The women all meet to take a look at this property they now own in the hopes that they can recoup some of their financial losses but they are sorely disappointed by what they find when they get there – it is a disastrous mess!

They decide to restore Bella Flora to all her former glory but it’s going to take a lot of blood, sweat, and tears to get this place to where they can sell it for a good price, which is what they all need in order to get out of the predicaments they are in financially. What unfolds as these three women work to get this place restored is at times serious and at others hilarious, but one thing it never is, is dull!

Usually when I read a book that involves a group of women I will gravitate towards one and connect more with them but in Ten Beach Road I really liked all three women. They were each very different in their personalities but they were all good and kind people at heart and I think that’s what attracted me to all of them. Madeline is at a point in her life where her children have finally gone off to college and she’s looking forward to time for herself. That is until she learns that her husband has actually been out of a job for half a year and lost all their money to this financial advisor and yet never once thought to tell her. Avery has been on a television home repair show with her now ex-husband for a few years but the show is really focused on him now and they decide to boot her out, which comes at a really inopportune time as she’s lost all her money to the financial advisor as well. Then there’s Nicole who is an extremely successful matchmaker but was also one of the people who put all her money in with the financial advisor and now she’s left with no money, a tarnished reputation, and an even bigger secret that she’s been keeping from the ladies.

What I loved most about Ten Beach Road by Wendy Wax was the relationships that these women built as they got to know each other. They were complete strangers when they first met at Bella Flora but as they worked to restore her, they found that they themselves were being restored by the friendship that had blossomed between them all. I love books that revolve around women’s friendships so I really enjoyed this novel and hated to see it end. Wendy Wax also has such a way with words and I loved the descriptions of the area and especially of Bella Flora. What I wouldn’t give to have a beachfront property like Bella Flora to restore!

I read Ten Beach Road by Wendy Wax for her book tour with TLC Book Tours. You can visit all the other tour stops here. Be sure to check out Wendy Wax’s website as well as checking her out on Facebook. Your own copy of Ten Beach Road can be purchased here in the US and here in Canada.

GIVEAWAY DETAILS

I have one copy of Ten Beach Road by Wendy Wax up for grabs! To enter…

  • For 1 entry leave me a comment with an email address (no email, no entry).
  • For 2 entries, follow my blog. If you already do, thank you, and please let me know in your comment so I can pass the extra entry on to you as well.
  • For 3 entries, blog or tweet this giveaway and spread the word!

This giveaway is open to US & Canadian residents only (no PO boxes) and I will draw for the winner on Saturday, June 25/11. Good luck everyone!

© 2010, Darlene of Peeking Between the Pages. All Rights Reserved. If you’re reading this on a site other than Peeking Between the Pages or Darlene’s Feed, be aware that this post has been stolen and is used without permission.

My copy of Ten Beach Road by Wendy Wax was received for review from TLC Book Tours and the Publisher.

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Filed Under: 2011 Challenges, 2011•100 Books or More Challenge, 2011•ARC Tracking Challenge, 2011•eBook Tracking Challenge, TLC Tours

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  1. Blodeuedd says

    June 1, 2011 at 10:06 am

    Sounds like yet another lovely book. And I do like reading about the beach while on the beach

  2. Sherri says

    June 1, 2011 at 12:47 pm

    I would love to win this book Darlene! It sounds like my kind of book!

    cmcdermitt1 at carolina dot rr dot com

  3. Sherri says

    June 1, 2011 at 12:47 pm

    I am a follower of your blog :)!

  4. Anonymous says

    June 1, 2011 at 1:07 pm

    Yes, please throw my name into the hat! In my fantasy world, fixing up an old beach house would be the most wonderful form of therapy. Never mind that most house projects cause strife in my marriage! I've heard wonderful things about Wendy. She has donated signed book to my Adult Literacy League function, so I know she also has a good heart! (Sandy)

  5. Swapna says

    June 1, 2011 at 1:21 pm

    No need to enter me, but I really enjoyed Magnolia Wednesdays as well, so it's great to know that this book is just as good!

  6. Zibilee says

    June 1, 2011 at 2:02 pm

    I love the sound of this book, and that it was so east for you to relate to the characters. I would love the chance to read this one, so please do enter me in your giveaway, Dar, and thanks for hosting it!!

    zibilee(at)figearo(dot)net

  7. TheBookGirl says

    June 1, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    Wonderful review of what sounds like a perfect vacation read. The fact that you enjoyed all three women characters is a real compliment, I think, as you point out usually in these kinds of books, one or more of the characters is not as developed or likeable.
    No need to enter me in the giveaway — too many books to get to 🙂

  8. Nise' says

    June 1, 2011 at 3:06 pm

    I want to read this book. Thanks for the great review and giveaway.

    I follow.

    nisethusfarATyahooDOTcom

  9. PoCoKat says

    June 1, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    Have really been wanting to read this book!

    littleone AT shaw DOT ca

  10. PoCoKat says

    June 1, 2011 at 3:14 pm

    GFC follower

    littleone AT shaw DOt ca

  11. MJ says

    June 1, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    This book is on my wish list!! Thanks for the chance!

    mj.coward

  12. MJ says

    June 1, 2011 at 3:42 pm

    I follow.

    mj.coward[at]gmail.com

  13. MJ says

    June 1, 2011 at 3:59 pm

    Tweeted!

    https://twitter.com/#!/sumrthyme/status/75954580332101632

    mj.coward[at]gmail.com

  14. Anonymous says

    June 1, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    I read nothing but good reviews about this book!

    kpbarnett1941[at]aol.com

  15. Anonymous says

    June 1, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    I'm a GFC follower but am one of those who can't sign in lately!

    kpbarnett1941[at]aol.com

  16. petite says

    June 1, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    Thanks for this lovely summer book which I would enjoy. rojosho(at)hotmail(dot)com

  17. traveler says

    June 1, 2011 at 5:09 pm

    A great book and review. Thanks. saubleb(at)gmail(dot)com

  18. rhonda says

    June 1, 2011 at 5:37 pm

    i am a subscriber.the book sounds wonderful.lomazowr@gmail.com

  19. Beth(bookaholicmom) says

    June 1, 2011 at 5:56 pm

    This sounds like the perfect beach read. I love books where a home or building is being restored. I would love a chance to win a copy. Thanks for the great review.

    bthgordon(at)yahoo(dot)com

    I am also a google follower

  20. bermudaonion says

    June 1, 2011 at 5:59 pm

    I'm so glad to see you enjoyed this book. I've met Wendy twice and she's delightful! I hope to read this soon. No need to enter me.

  21. Mary says

    June 1, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    I so want to read this book! I have it on my must-read list.

    mryward(at)yahoo(dot)com

  22. Mary says

    June 1, 2011 at 6:32 pm

    I follow on GFC. (mamie316)

    mryward(at)yahoo(dot)com

  23. Elisabeth says

    June 1, 2011 at 6:36 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway! I am a follower who would like to read this book!

  24. Theresa N. says

    June 1, 2011 at 6:59 pm

    Sounds like a good book, like you I usually find at least 1 of the women to like.
    Theresa N
    weceno(at)yahoo(dot)com

  25. Maureen says

    June 1, 2011 at 7:47 pm

    It looks like a story I would enjoy.
    I am a follower
    mce1011 AT aol DOT com

  26. carolsnotebook says

    June 1, 2011 at 8:13 pm

    Sounds like it would be a good one to take on vacation with me.

  27. Tiffany Drew says

    June 1, 2011 at 9:09 pm

    Been trying to get my hands on this one for a while now, please count me in! Thanks 🙂

    jaidahsmommy(at)comcast(dot)net

  28. Tiffany Drew says

    June 1, 2011 at 9:10 pm

    GFC follower Tiffany Drew

    jaidahsmommy(at)comcast(dot)net

  29. Tiffany Drew says

    June 1, 2011 at 9:10 pm

    Tweeted:

    http://twitter.com/#!/enterthedrew/status/76032591895068672

    jaidahsmommy(at)comcast(dot)net

  30. a real librarian says

    June 1, 2011 at 9:34 pm

    This one sounds great!! Thanks for the give!

    I follow!

    areallibrarian[at]gmail[dot]com

  31. ann says

    June 1, 2011 at 9:34 pm

    Sounds like a good ladies book to read while relaxing on a day at the beach

    amhengst(AT)verizon(DOT)net

  32. ann says

    June 1, 2011 at 9:35 pm

    I am a subscribe also

    amhengst(AT)verizon(DOT)net

  33. Linda Kish says

    June 1, 2011 at 9:45 pm

    I would love to read this book.

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

  34. Linda Kish says

    June 1, 2011 at 9:46 pm

    I am a GFC follower

    lkish77123 at gmail dot com

  35. dancealert says

    June 2, 2011 at 12:16 am

    I would absolutely love to win this book! Please enter me. I subscriber and am a follower gfc. I posted this to my blog:

    http://dancealertreads.blogspot.com/2011/06/httpwwwpeekingbetweenthepagescom201106b.html

    dancealert at aol dot com

  36. Staci says

    June 2, 2011 at 1:15 am

    Wax has now moved up a few notches on my must-read authors, especially with her coming so highly recommended by you.

  37. Julie @ Knitting and Sundries says

    June 2, 2011 at 1:39 am

    This sounds like a wonderful summer read! I love to read books about normal women who aren't catty, manipulative and sniping at each other.

    I also follow you on GFC as jewelknits.

    knittingandsundries(at)gmail(dot)com

  38. Judy H says

    June 2, 2011 at 3:49 am

    Thank you for the giveaway.

    headlessfowl at gmail dot com

  39. Amy (ArtsyBookishGal) says

    June 2, 2011 at 4:32 am

    This sounds like my kind of book. Thanks for the giveaway.

    P.S. Sammy is looking cute as always!

    Amy // amyismyfriend at aol dot com

  40. Amy (ArtsyBookishGal) says

    June 2, 2011 at 4:32 am

    I follow via Google Feed Reader!

    Amy // amyismyfriend at aol dot com

  41. Amy (ArtsyBookishGal) says

    June 2, 2011 at 4:35 am

    Tweeted: https://twitter.com/#!/ArtsyBookishGal/status/76144705771024384

    Amy // amyismyfriend at aol dot com

  42. Shannon says

    June 2, 2011 at 4:54 am

    I enjoyed the author's other book, Magnolia Wednesdays, and would love to try another by the same author.

    tiredwkids at live dot com

  43. Shannon says

    June 2, 2011 at 4:54 am

    I'm a follower.
    tiredwkids at live dot com

  44. BrittanyGale says

    June 2, 2011 at 5:42 am

    Count me in 🙂

    quixoticdreamer(at)hotmail(dot)com

  45. BrittanyGale says

    June 2, 2011 at 5:43 am

    I follow via GFC quixoticdreamer

    quixoticdreamer(at)hotmail(dot)com

  46. BrittanyGale says

    June 2, 2011 at 5:44 am

    Tweeted
    http://twitter.com/QuixoticWeetzie/status/76162153253568512

    quixoticdreamer(at)hotmail(dot)com

  47. Rachel R. says

    June 3, 2011 at 2:59 pm

    This sounds like a fabulous read!
    I am a follower
    rachel.rooneyr@gmail.com

  48. mamabunny13 says

    June 3, 2011 at 6:50 pm

    I would love to win this book. Thanks for the giveaway.
    mamabunny13 at gmail dot com

  49. mamabunny13 says

    June 3, 2011 at 6:50 pm

    I follow you via gfc-mamabunny13
    mamabunny13 at gmail dot com

  50. mamabunny13 says

    June 3, 2011 at 6:52 pm

    tweet http://twitter.com/#!/mamabunny13/status/76722820054392832
    mamabunny13 at gmail dot com

  51. bookworm says

    June 3, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    this sounds like the perfect summer read!

  52. Amy says

    June 4, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    I enjoy books about women and friendship and Wendy's new book sounds delightful and perfect for the warm months ahead!

    Thank you for a great giveaway, Dar!

    Aimala127(at)gmail(dot)com

  53. Amy says

    June 4, 2011 at 4:21 pm

    I'm a GFC follower of your blog

    Aimala127@gmail.com

  54. LisaMM says

    June 5, 2011 at 3:43 pm

    Beachfront property.. wouldn't that be nice??!! Great review. Thank you so much for being on the tour.

  55. Carol M says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:19 pm

    This is a book I know I would enjoy! Thank you for the giveaway!
    mittens0831 at aol dot com

  56. Carol M says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:19 pm

    I follow on GFC

    mittens0831 at aol dot com

  57. Carol M says

    June 5, 2011 at 10:21 pm

    tweet
    http://twitter.com/CarolAnnM/status/77500057145978880

    mittens0831 at aol dot com

  58. Anonymous says

    June 6, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    Please enter me.
    Sounds like a good read.
    RJB
    loki304(at)tds(dot)net

  59. Shannon says

    June 6, 2011 at 4:00 pm

    Would love to read this. I'm a subscriber and will tweet

  60. Margaret says

    June 7, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    This would be great for my summer reading pile. Thanks!

    Margaret
    singitm@hotmail.com

  61. Margaret says

    June 7, 2011 at 3:41 pm

    I am also a GFC follower.

    Margaret
    singitm@hotmail.com

  62. scottsgal says

    June 7, 2011 at 11:55 pm

    sounds like the perfect summer read
    msboatgal at aol.com

  63. scottsgal says

    June 7, 2011 at 11:55 pm

    already a follower
    msboatgal at aol.com

  64. Kaye says

    June 8, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    No need to enter me Dar as the lovely Mary from Bookfan Mary sent me her arc copy. I hope to start it today so I'm thrilled to see you loved it. Good recommendation! Have a wonderful week and happy reading.

  65. Susan says

    June 8, 2011 at 9:47 pm

    This sounds like a great summer read. Thanks for the giveaway and I am a follower.

  66. Brenda says

    June 10, 2011 at 2:50 am

    I just chose this book on my blog as having such a great book cover. I hope I win. :0)

    curlingupwithagoodbook@yahoo.com

  67. Anonymous says

    June 11, 2011 at 11:23 am

    Books like this are on my required reading list for the summer!
    dtharpe@sc.rr.com

  68. Anonymous says

    June 11, 2011 at 10:50 pm

    This sounds like the perfect beach read for me.
    Karen sonflower277 at gmail dot com

  69. Hoot says

    June 13, 2011 at 11:25 pm

    The reviews of this book are so positive. I would be so happy to read it.

    hootowl1978 at gmail dot com

  70. Hoot says

    June 13, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    I tweeted http://twitter.com/#!/hootowl1978/status/80415911181434880

    hootowl1978 at gmail dot com

  71. Hoot says

    June 13, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    I follow your blog via GFC

    hootowl1978 at gmail dot com

  72. Anonymous says

    June 14, 2011 at 2:14 am

    Hope I win!

    I follow your blog!

    hanneyam@gmail.com

  73. Na says

    June 15, 2011 at 6:45 am

    Thank you for having such great giveaways. Your blog has introduced me to so many "new" authors and books. I follow your blog. cambonified(at)yahoo(dot)com

  74. Anonymous says

    June 15, 2011 at 2:01 pm

    I'd love to read this one. Thanks for the giveaway.
    mtakala1 AT yahoo DOT com

    -I follow your blog

  75. Anonymous says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:34 am

    This sounds like a great book! Thanks for the chance.

    nancyecdavis AT bellsouth DOT net

  76. Anonymous says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:36 am

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    #1

  77. Anonymous says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:37 am

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    #2

  78. Anonymous says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:38 am

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  79. Anonymous says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:39 am

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  80. Anonymous says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:39 am

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  81. Joni says

    June 19, 2011 at 9:55 pm

    I'm a GFC follower. Please enter me in the giveaway–this book sounds good!!

    o2oole(at)verizon(dot)net

  82. ewhatley says

    June 25, 2011 at 1:48 am

    Sounds like a great beach read.

    mybeachylife at gmail dot com

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    October 11, 2011 at 1:47 pm

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