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It is book 6 of Seaside Summers, one of the interconnected sub-series in Melissa Foster's Love in Bloom collection, and every Love in Bloom book is written as a standalone with its own complete romance and a guaranteed happily ever after. Reading the series in order simply lets you follow the extended family as familiar characters reappear across the books.",{"id":130,"question":131,"answer":132,"is_spoiler":20},"01KY0214BRPVX3TG10F945BJV4","Who are the main characters in Seaside Embrace?","Seaside Embrace follows Hunter Lacroux and Jana Garner. Their romance is the heart of the book, set among the big, close-knit families Melissa Foster's readers return for.",{"id":134,"question":135,"answer":136,"is_spoiler":20},"01KY0214F4MN6CVK7F5H6APQZE","How steamy is Seaside Embrace?","Seaside Embrace is an open-door contemporary romance, so it pairs its emotional story with on-page love scenes. 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Each time I choose to read a book written by Ms. Foster I am guaranteed a heartwarming story. Seaside Embrace was no different as it provided me with that and more. I have been following the Seaside series from the beginning, and the stories get better with each installment.  She elicits a myriad of emotions in this addition to what I consider to be a great series. What I love about this series is that each book can be read as a stand-alone therefore you can read them in any order you so desire. However, I should warn you the moment you begin this series you will not be able to stop at just one book. \n\nIn the previous installments, we were introduced to Hunter Lacroux and Jana Hunter. I was secretly wishing they would get their own story and now my wish has been granted. Hunter and Jana are not your typical couple. They have been indulging in casual sex with each other for some time, unbeknownst to their family and friends. Their connection was combustible and addictive. Eventually, what started out as casual became something with substance. However, because of their stubborn natures, they were determined to fight their feelings. Hunter is a womanizer who was not looking for a permanent relationship and Jana had commitment phobia.  Will these two be able to move past their pain and fear, and cease their chance at love? \n\nI enjoyed reading about Hunter and Jana. It was easy to relate to them. I liked that they were not afraid to acknowledge their weaknesses and took steps to address them. Hunter was patient, especially when it came to Jana. He loved her and wanted to change the status of their relationship. However, he was willing to wait until Jana was able to acknowledge her feelings.  That's the power of love. \n\nJana is strong, but beneath that tough exterior lies a wounded soul. She has had her share of pain, hence her fear of commitment.  She had allowed her fears to control her, eventually, though she was able to move past it and reclaim her life. \n\nThe sub-plot was an eye-opener. It dealt with the problems, that couples have to deal with in their marriage.  It demonstrated that no matter how much we love someone if we don't address these problems and seek help then it's likely to lead to an end of the relationship.   It's my belief that the problems Hunter's best friend were faced with helped him to better handle his relationship with Jana. \n\nThe story, which is beautifully written, was engrossing. I was pulled in from the start and was eager to see the direction the story was going to take. Like all her stories, Seaside Embrace is a story about love, hope, struggles, and friendships.  Each of her stories is different with unique characters.  There is so much laughter, camaraderie, and tears flowing between the pages that you can't but help feel like you are a part of this group of friends.  \n\nFans of Melissa Foster you do not want to miss out on this one. For those who are new to her work, you need to get a copy of Seaside Embrace. You will love every moment of it! I for one am looking forward to the next book in the series.","none","rv-01kxpzv8bc6tttes31e8gqzwk0",[],"2026-07-17T02:52:46.000000Z",{"first":7,"last":7,"prev":7,"next":7},{"path":158,"per_page":159,"next_cursor":7,"prev_cursor":7,"has_more":20},"https:\u002F\u002Fapi.seekquel.app\u002Fapi\u002Fworks\u002F01kxpzv602z6w665s4qm5dt50a\u002Freviews",20]