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I received an ACR copy for an honest review. I like the characters in this series. They are a fun family. I like the focus on just a few characters but yet you still get to see what's happening in the other characters' lives. Fun series.

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I received a copy from NetGalley for an honest review.
I love this series. It's full of fun and love. The Bloom sisters are all very different, but there is nothing they wouldn't do for each other. Good Hope is full of all kinds of characters. Some you love and some make you cringe. This story is primarily about Marigold and Cade, but don't worry, the whole Good Hope town are active throughout the story. I Can't wait for the next in the series. I was given a copy of "Be Mine in Good Hope" for an honest review.

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I received an Advanced Reader Copy of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily reviewing it.

I thoroughly enjoyed the third book in the Good Hope Series. It was exciting to see the interaction between the Bloom sisters and their friends and family in Good Hope. Marigold is a complex character who needs to decide between an attentive boyfriend in Cade the sheriff and her career as a hair dresser. As the baby of the Bloom sisters, she feels that she needs to be the most successful of her sisters. But how does one define success? To Ami it was her marriage to Beck and now having a child on the way as well as running her bakery. To Prim, having now returned back to Good Hope, it is her marriage to Max and raising her twins. To Fin, it is a successful career in Los Angeles, but as we see in the end of the Be Mine in Good Hope is she really happy?

Marigold needs to discover what makes her happy, and it is fun to go along with her on this journey.

I hope that there is a fourth book, following Fin and Jeremy to see where the future takes them

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Marigold loses her position at the salon she has worked at for a long time. Not knowing what else to do she moves back to Good Hope. The salon there is empty so she reopens it to earn a living and to give herself time to decide what she really wants to do next. Cade comes back into her life and provides the final reason she needs to stay in Good Hope.

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This is a 3rd book in the series. Great continuation of the Blooms Family Saga. The first book in the series was my favorite. It's a light romance that let's you escape world's worries.

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arigold Bloom is leaving her dream job. She is going home to Good Hope for a short time. It's only temporary she tells herself and everyone else who asks. She is good at keeping the truth hidden . She didn't tell how the letters moved around when she tried to read. She kept that secret until she was ten. She didn't want people to know she was stupid.

Cade Rallis is happy to see Marigold back in Good Hope. He knows there is something special between them. Marigold feels it too but refuses to acknowledge it. Cade feels at home in Good Hope. He plans to change from the temporary position of sheriff to full time when he puts his name on the ballot at election time. Marigold knows there is no chance for the two of them because she plans on moving as soon as she is accepted at either of the two top salons where she applied.

There is a sense of community in Good Hope where you know your neighbors and most everyone else you see. People help one another when there is a need. This is the place where Cade feels at home and wants to raise a family. He hopes, given enough time, Marigold will want the same thing.

When I read a Good Hope book, it's like returning home after a long absence. I know more about the characters with each return. The characters are well developed and believable. I feel I know the people who live there and want the relationships to continue. My Hope is Cindy Kirk will have more stories to write about this special town and it's people.

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I received an advanced reader copy of this book through Netgalley and am voluntarily reviewing it. Love, love, love Good Hope and the Bloom family. Very surprised that this book was about Marigold, the youngest Bloom sister. I thought the series would continue in order. I love Marigold's characters I feel like I really discovered her and Cade very happy to see him again as well. A lot of twists and turns in this book that keep you guessing if this will be the romance of a lifetime for Marigold and Cade. I cannot wait until the next installment of this series. Cindy Kirk definitely knows how to weave a love story that keeps you captivated until the end.

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I love this third book in the Good Hope series! This book is about Bloom sister, Marigold. I can really relate to Marigold’s definition and struggle with success in her professional life, which made this a fun read for me. The way their family comes together to support each other is what family life is all about. This is a great valentine love story to fill your winter evenings. I am looking forward to Book #4!

I received an Advanced Reader Copy of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily reviewing it.

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Review: It was nice to be back in Good Hope, Wisconsin. To me it’s a small town with a big heart. The Bloom family and their flower named daughters were front and center along with their spouses, children, significant others and the sheriff, Cade. Cade and Marigold, the youngest Bloom daughter, have chemistry that could set off fireworks. He’s running for reelection against a home town boy, who is his deputy, and looking to set down roots in Good Hope, or is he? Marigold comes home after losing her job as a hairstylist in a prestigious salon in Chicago but doesn’t plan to stay there long or does she? When she and Cade meet up after not seeing each other for eighteen months, they met at his cousin’s wedding, it’s like not a moment has passed.

As Cade and Marigold’s temporary relationship continues to grow and deepen, she’s running scared. She made a vow when her mom died that she was going to go the furthest in her career, be the most successful and leave her sisters eating her dust. But is her fame and good fortune worth it or is time to settle down with Mr. Right? The interactions among all the characters felt real and touched on many emotions. They were honest to a fault even if the others didn’t always want to hear it! The book flowed nicely and the characters had a depth to them.

There were laughter, tears, lots of small businesses, the styling world, small town antics, wonderful descriptions, hurt, anger, fear, some darkness, jealousy, sorrow, jobs and careers, their pasts, innuendo, love, loving and romance. There were some secrets along with a few surprises. The relationship between the sisters and their dad was refreshing and it was nice to see how often everyone got together. There was nice closure and a happily ever after but I hope we’re back in Good Hope again since there’s at least Fin’s story to tell although she’s a hard character to like from what I’ve seen of her so far.

I’ve read book two in the series, Summer in Good Hope, but still need to read book one, Christmas in Good Hope. I do plan to add some of Kirk’s other books to my always growing TBR pile.

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Marigold Bloom had returned to her home in Good Hope, Wisconsin to lick her wounds and be supported by her family. She was a celebrated hair stylist who had been unceremoniously fired by her mentor at the salon in Chicago. She was determined to be a world famous stylist and a career to prove her success. Good Hope was just a stopping off point to lick her wounds and get back out there.

At her sister's New Year's Eve party, she ran into a blast from her past. Eighteen months earlier, she had had a one-night stand at a wedding with Cade Rallis, who was now the Sheriff in Good Hope. There was an instant connection between them that hadn't diminished in the past eighteen months. But, Marigold was only going to be in Good Hope for a short time. Could there be anything worth pursuing between the two of them or would a short fling be just what the doctor ordered?

I enjoyed this story very much. Cade was amazing. He was the perfect alpha with a heart. There was sex scenes in the book but not very descriptive, which I appreciated it. You could still definitely feel the chemistry and emotion that existed between these two.

I was given an ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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This is the third book in the series. I have given all three a five star rating. Good Hope is a quaint little town I'd love to live in. The series follows the Bloom sisters as they find their true loves. This was the story of Marigold Bloom and Cade Rallis. Cade and Marigolds relationship started as a fling because they both thought Marigold would be leaving soon. Little did they know the connection they would have. If you love HEA books with drama and suspense mixed in then you will love this book as much as I did.

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Enjoyable book, loved the connection between Cade and Marigold. Marigold is back in town and she made it clear she is not staying but I think Cade might be a strong enough force to keep here there. Great relationship between the sisters and it was an enjoyable read. Sweet characters and lovely town setting. This is the type of book you want to curl up in front of the fire, on the sofa with a nice fluffy blanket and read. It's a great winter romance book.

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I really enjoyed this book and am going out to buy the first 2 in the series and will read the rest.
Marigold was not staying in Good Hope, But What we plan and what we want are not always the same.

I highly recommend this book It was a complete joy to read

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Since their first encounter in Christmas in Good Hope, I've been dying to read a story about Marigold and Cade. They are too cute together and their romantic potential is sizzling hot!

Marigold is struggling to figure out where she belongs and what it means to be successful. It's a struggle many of us go through and it was so easy to relate to her. Add in the interesting relationships between the family, friends, and other members of the Good Hope community, and you're in for a good time.

I received an Advanced Reader Copy of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily reviewing it.

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I have read several of this author's books and I always enjoyed them thoroughly. Hopeful and entertaining I always look forward to reading her stories.

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I'd never read this author prior to the series binge I've found myself on lately, so I was pleasantly surprised by what I had read to this point. However, reading this one felt like a total letdown, rather than a natural progression of the series.

Marigold seemed to be the focus of all my troubles with this book. I hated how she kept saying that her return to Good Hope was only temporary, and yet integrate herself more and more into community life. I think it would have kept with the illusion of a temporary situation more if she had said no a few times! I disliked her attitude about Good Hope, because it felt like she was saying that the town was beneath her, much like her sister Fin seemed to do. I kept wanting her to see that she could achieve the kind of success that she was looking for if she stayed in Good Hope!

Cade wasn't that great of a hero either. He seemed to constantly hedge his bets, never committing to or fighting for what he truly wanted until forced. He came across as very weak willed for most of the book.

What I did enjoy in this story was seeing how the lives of the former couples in the series were progressing. The set up for the final Bloom Sister book was also somewhat interesting. While this wasn't my favorite book in the series, it was a decent read overall.

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Yes it's predictable but Kirk has done a nice job getting Cade and Marigold together. You will like this if you enjoy gentle romances set in small towns. The dialogue stands out in this one. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC- this was perfect for a long afternoon of football in the background! Try it at any time for a relaxing read. These are likeable people.

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I have read the other books in this series. When I received an invitation from the publisher to read Be Mine in Good Hope and leave a review with my thoughts, I eagerly accepted. This is another great book for this series.

Marigold Bloom loses her job with a high-end hair salon in Chicago and is back in Good Hope until she can find a position like the one she has lost. The last thing she wants is a romantic entanglement with anyone, but she does not count on the sparks that ignite between her and the sheriff.

Cade Rallis grew up in big cities and now he’s perfectly content with his life as a small-town Sheriff. His days are easy, and he is growing to love the people more each day. His focus should be on the upcoming election that will secure his position in Good Hope, but instead, he finds himself in what will be a short-term affair with Marigold. He quickly realizes he wants her in his life permanently.

Can he convince her that she can still have a bright future as a hairstylist, even in a small town, or will the draw of working in Los Angeles in the movie industry take her away from him?

I thoroughly enjoyed Be Mine in Good Hope. The plot is interesting and the cast of characters, old and new are delightful. The pacing is steady and the book is well-written with a good level of emotion.

Marigold is a mixed bag for me. I liked her, but I never truly fell in love with her. Her character frustrated me on several levels. I did love her relationship with her sisters and her dad. That is what kept me vested. I do think she lets issues from her past color her views on what she wants out of life to the extreme.

Cade’s character had me from the first page. Just loved this guy. He’s so down-to-earth and just a truly likable person. I loved how he rationalizes his relationship with Marigold and really wanted him to get the girl.

If you enjoy romances set in a small-town atmosphere with engaging characters and a bit of humor splashed in, then you will want to check this one out. I’m enjoying this series, and I’m confident you will as well. Happy reading!

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I really enjoyed this book. The author managed to create a connection between the reader & the characters in the story. She does an excellent job keeping the reader involved in the story. Her descriptions of the scenes & dialogue between the characters expresses the feelings & emotions perfectly. Even though I have not read the first two books in the series, I was not lost in any way. If you enjoy clean flirty fun romances, you have to give this one a try! I need to go back & read the first two!

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Be Mine In Good Hope is the perfect winter romance!
The author does a fabulous job introducing the characters in this fast-paced, character driven novel. Marigold Bloom arrives at her sister’s New Year’s Eve party and senses that a man that she met at a wedding a few months ago is nearby. Marigold smiles when she sees Sheriff Cade Rallis walking towards her. The powerful attraction between Marigold and Cade drew me into the story. I enjoyed reading the couple’s journey from lovers to friends. Be Mine In Good Hope is a fun, refreshing twist to the second chance story!
Marigold has returned home to Good Hope. She needs time to regroup after being fired from her job in Chicago. She tells her sisters, her father, friends and Cade throughout the novel that she is only staying in Good Hope temporarily. Marigold’s goal is to work as a stylist in New York or California. She wants to be successful in a large city; she’s not a small town girl. On the other hand, Cade worked for the Detroit police department before he arrived in Good Hope. He loves the small tight knit community of Good Hope so much that he has decided to run for the sheriff position.
The themes of loss and sense of belonging were important in the novel. Both Cade and Marigold have suffered losses. Marigold is still affected by her mother’s death and this drives her desire to be famous. A broken engagement haunts Cade and he realizes that he was to blame for the break up. Loved the scenes when the couple meets at the Friday Night Skate night and when they decide to date. Cade and Marigold are talked into running an afterschool first grade scouting group. Their first meeting doesn’t go as planned and it was fabulous to read how they decided to work together to help their group successful. The author does a fabulous job weaving the members of the Bloom family throughout this novel. The conversations between the sisters are humorous, honest and poignant!
The couple’s relationship becomes more serious as the annual Valentines dance approaches. Cade loves Marigold but, he realizes that her dreams and his are different. The couple suffers a serious setback during the dance. The conclusion to the story surprised me—but was absolutely perfect for the couple.

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