Whispering Pines
By Kimberly Diede
- Release Date: 2017-09-15
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
Welcome to Whispering Pines, a quaint resort on the serene shores in Minnesota lake country, and a heartwarming saga that beautifully weaves together the complexities of modern family life with the unexpected gifts of midlife reinvention.
Two weeks ahead of Christmas, a jarring layoff from a twenty-year career sends single mother Renee Clements back to life's crossroads. She's been here before. Reluctant but resilient, she prepares to dive into the job hunt. Or is it finally time to focus on her own dreams instead of building someone else's? While the idea is tempting, she's still responsible for raising two teenagers.
Frustrated, Renee pushes pause. She'll wait until after the holidays to make any life-altering decisions. A serendipitous trip to Fiji and a chance encounter with a handsome stranger offers a glimmer of romance, but now isn't the time to add yet another complication to her already messy world.
Could the final bequest by her dear Aunt Celia provide the answers? The opportunity to reopen Whispering Pines, a charming and historic lake resort, beckons her to a path less traveled. It's not just a potential business venture; it's a legacy passed down to her, a gift wrapped in memories and possibilities.
Torn between a longing to recreate the idyllic childhood summers she spent at her aunt's resort and facing the challenges of her current reality, Renee will have to choose. Perhaps, along the way, she'll discover more than she ever expected.
Whispering Pines, book one in Kimberly Diede's Gift of Whispering Pines series, explores the depths of motherhood, the courage required to navigate and embrace change, and the unbreakable ties of family.
If you enjoy books by Fiona Baker, Hope Halloway, or Rebecca Regnier then give yourself the gift of this series.
The Gift of Whispering Pines Series
Escape to Whispering Pines with this unforgettable family. They'll come together to learn how to heal and thrive, despite the inevitable wounds that life delivers. Join siblings Renee, Jess, Ethan, and Val as they struggle to make the most of the legacy entrusted to them. Each chapter is a testament to love, resilience, and new beginnings. If you enjoy a family saga filled with unanticipated twists, second chances, and the many gifts life offers, you'll delight in your visit to Whispering Pines!
Whispering Pines (Book 1)
Tangled Beginnings (Book 2)
Rebuilding Home (Book 3)
Capturing Wishes (Book 4)
Choosing Again (Book 5)
Celia's Gifts (Book 6)
Celia's Legacy (Book 7)
Related Series by Kimberly Diede:
The Kaleidoscope Girls Series
When five young girls connect at summer camp over butterflies, drama, and a simple craft project, they're destined to become forever friends, dubbing themselves The Kaleidoscope Girls.
Decades later, they'll discover their wings together as they navigate life's difficult transformations, and find comfort in knowing their journeys are richer and better with friends.
Better with Friends (Book 1)
Sunshine and Friends (Book 2)
Five Golden Friends (Book 3)
Gift of Friends (Book 4)
Life with Friends (Book 5)
Reviews
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5By JustasayingEnchanting environments abound most often and welcomedWhispering Pines
5By sbsbrinsonJust an awesome book! Makes you appreciate life!Very well written!
5By maddyzgramFrom the beginning you few as if you are right there along with all the different characters. Can’t wait for the next installment!Inspirational
5By Skiplayer1The characters were fantastic and the story was interesting and inspiring.Fantastic book!
5By SwampfoxSCGreat read!! Couldn’t stop reading and wanting to know what happened next in the story.Whispering pines
5By Trailer girl 1Great book. Romance, suspense, never knowing what turn was next, engaging, realistic. The hardest part was reading it on an iPad and not really knowing how much was left of the story. Didn’t want it to end.The Unexpected Happens To Have A Second Chance With Life, Family & Love
4By llbmbLife hands us lemons, but a decision has to be made to turn the lemons into lemonade. The unexpected happens to have a second chance with life, family & love. Change is good for for us even though our thoughts to get through them is difficult sometimes. Easy reading and a must read to add to your reading list.Whispering Pines
5By Pacrat54I’m so glad that I picked this book to read. The characters are very interesting and realistic. I love how Renee picked herself up and reclaimed her life when she lost her job. She’s extremely lucky to have the great family that she does. Not everyone is so lucky. Keep this series going…. I’m a reader for life!Renee’s midlife crisis
4By Putzie75I liked Renee immediately and loved that she was a mature, intelligent woman. I also liked the other characters in the novel; but I thought the book was too long. There was too much detail about the remodeling of the property. And I would have liked more about the family dynamic instead, including more about aunt Cecile. And does every author have to have steamy sex scenes to hold the reader’s attention? I would like to read another book about this feisty woman, and will recommend it to my book club.such long chapters.
2By pri364The story started so slow. The suspense didn’t start until by the end of the book already. And I’m not sure how to feel about the romance story of this book. I gave it two stars and not one because some of the suspense parts were actually jaw dropping.Idyllic feel good read
4By puppies are sooo cuteI enjoyed reading this, it was the sort of book that engages you but doesn’t stress you out. It’s very tidy , with neat , satisfactory endings. Delightfully predictable and easy to follow. First book I’ve finished in years, very grateful for the style of writing, moves at an even pace, perfect for me. I would suspect busy moms would love this !Page Turner
5By fjelltopGreat suspense great story😍😍😍
4By buhba1952Loved itI’m jealous.
5By Klassylady20062I often look back and wish I had made different choices. Don’t we all? Enjoy. This is a great read.Great read!
5By TXNana394So nice to read something positive and encouraging about more mature (older) characters especially women. Loved the physical descriptions of Whispering Pines and exotic Fiji along with the developing love story. Can’t wait to read more about Aunt Celia’s legacy!Yay! A Mid-Life Story
5By CindyWho24Can’t wait to continue this series. So many questions unanswered. This book was fantastic!Whispering Pines
5By Lee's SummitI really enjoyed reading Whispering Pines. I think we all can remember childhood family vacations and have great memories from them. This is the first novel I have read of Kimberly Diede and I loved how the story flowed and moved quickly through Renee’s life and experiences. I can’t wait to read the next one. KarenGreat read!
5By shereedhLoved this book. Look forward to read more by the author.Pleasant Read
4By maxwardogSomewhat more detailed than I was comfortable with. Especially the intimate details of the main characters sex life. Otherwise, a fairly good read.
