The Wonder of Now is book three in the Sanctuary Sound series but it is completely self contained. You won’t be lost if you don’t read the first two books but you will miss some subtle nuances. This is Peyton’s book about her journey to survive breast cancer, find her way back into the circle of friends & how to embrace tomorrow instead of living in the past. Ms. Beck has managed yet again to take a subject that could turn a story dark & bring it up to the light. She shows Peyton coming to terms with her life, disease, old & new romance & the future. This is a story that will cause you to embrace life & your future. I loved be the way Logan encourages Peyton to embrace the changes in her life & appearance and put it on paper. It took courage for Peyton to move past her vanity to show the horror of her battle. Mitchell has his own issues to get past, although they aren’t as complex as Peyton’s. I enjoyed that in the course of the press tour they were each able to grow & see the other’s side. This was a true joy to read.

Wow this book for me was such an emotional read. This was the third book in this series and this book is about Peyton and Mitch. I have been waiting for Peyton’s book. Jamie Beck did not disappoint me. I loved the story line and the character that Jamie Beck picked out for Peyton’s love interest he was the perfect match for her. The story was so heartwarming and at the same time it had just the right amount of drama to keep you turning the pages. This book is a must read! Thanks Net Galley. I voluntarily reviewed this book in exchange for an honest review.

Jamie Beck's talent sets the bar so much higher for her sequels. I loved this series, in particular, 'The Memory of You', so when it was time for Peyton's story to be told, I was cautiously optimistic due to the hangover of Claire's betrayal at the hands of Peyton. Ms. Beck did an admirable job of humanizing Peyton, of softening her characterization. Once Peyton was stripped of her glamorous facade, the true facets of her personality were allowed to shine through. Mitch was the perfect partner to ground her yet grow himself as their relationship evolved—and the poor guy really needed to loosen up. As always, highly recommended.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher, and Jamie Beck for an ARC of 'The Wonder of Now' in exchange for an honest review.

I've requested and granted the ARC from NetGalley. This series is about a Lilac Lane League, a trio of best girlfriends, who have gone through so much in their lives, heartbreaks, tragedies, financial hardship, betrayals, and sickness. This book is a romance between Peyton Prescott, a woman who grew up with a silver spoon, a trust fund baby with a literary legendary great grandfather, and Mitchell Mathis, a hardworking, determined and responsible publisher who grew up in a complete opposite environment from Peyton.

Peyton went through a double mastectomy following her breast cancer diagnosis. Her brother Logan had convinced her to write a memoir and he had documented the journey via photographs (book 2 The Promise of Us was about Logan and Peyton's childhood friend Claire). This book took us through the book tour in Europe and US that Peyton went on to promote her book, together with her publisher Mitch. And that's how they got to know each other at both professional and personal levels. 

My heart went out to Peyton. Her story gave me a great sense of the rough paths cancer survivors had to go through. Her feelings before, during, and after cancer treatment, how cancer had changed her, her insecurities, her constant worries of the future, her strength and vulnerabilities, her sacrifices for those she loved, her compassion to help others who were dealing with the same struggles... Everything about Peyton felt so real and her stories were heartbreaking and emotional. Even after all she has gone through, yet she's tried to look for silver linings in everything in her life. 

Mitch was the man of honor who took on the role of the father figure in his family. While he realized their upbringings were two worlds apart, he found something deep and familiar in Peyton, a smart, passionate, caring and loving woman. After getting on the wrong footing in the beginning of the tour, they've compromised and slowly developed strong feelings for each other. She learned to be more responsible and understanding while he learned to live the moments and enjoy himself.

Jamie Beck's characters have always been real and relatable, and I've always loved her beautiful, sweet, and gentle style. The Sanctuary Sound series particularly highlights the strong women who overcome life tragedies with undying support from their partners, friends and families. I really enjoyed revisiting the previous couples Steffi/Ryan and Claire/Logan. It was not heavy on the sex scene, yet it was lovely and tender, and you can feel the emotions from both characters. I love this book so much and relate to it personally (my mother is a breast cancer survivor). Highly recommended!

This was a story that I attempted several times and kept setting aside until the right time. The content was of such gravity that I felt like I had to be ready to honor the seriousness of it while reading.

The Wonder of Now doesn’t gloss over the misery experienced by the main character, but it doesn’t romanticize it, either. It is matter-of-fact and doesn’t make the character pitiable it heroic. She’s just a normal person who experienced a horrible disease.  Writing about her experience sets up the entire story, as she goes on a book tour and falls for the agent going with her. 

The romance lacked chemistry, which is a shame. They were both nice characters - they just felt like something passionate was missing between them.

Prepare yourself for heartbreaking and eventually heartwarming story. We have Peyton who wrote a book documenting how she dealt with her breast cancer, wow that part is poignant. Mitchell her publicist decides to come along with her and as he is spending time with her and learning what she went thru and what she is afraid of starts having feelings for her and these two need to heal and go thru their demons in order for them to truly be able to be together. Truly emotional showing a good author to have us feel it.

I liked the book, but not as much as others in this series. I wanted a stronger story for Peyton after all she's been through and more on rebuilding her relationship with Claire. I didn't dislike the story, I just felt there was a lot going on with secondary characters and I wanted more with Peyton and/or Peyton and Mitch.

I love the honesty and real ness Jamie delivers with each of her stories. Loved this new addition.  Getting to know all the characters and feel the depth of emotion of each is one of my favorite things about this author.

The Wonder of Now by Jamie Beck a wonder of a four-star read. This is number three in the Sanctuary Sound series, I have read and enjoyed the first two novels in this series and enjoyed them in order as they build, and we get to more of the characters that we have grown to love. That being said I enjoyed finally getting the chance to really get to know Peyton, watch her as she gets to know herself again. Throw in her complete opposite Mitch, and some added dramas and you have a great story. I have oversimplified there but you need to read this series, it is filled with deepness and drama and will surprise you all the way through.

The Wonder of Now  by Jamie Beck
Sanctuary Sound Book 3

Once again Jamie Beck has written another awesome read.  Peyton’s character was true to life dealing with the breast cancer survival. Life does go on and Peyton proved she could deal with the cancer and move on with her life, and find true love with Mitch.  Mitch was a kind and loving man and loved Peyton for who she was, strong, caring hard working woman. I would definitely recommend this book.

I had the pleasure of meeting Jamie Beck at an event Boas & Tiaras in June held in  Allen, Texas.  It was worth the 3 hour drive.  I also met many new Authors.

I have enjoyed they previous Jamie Beck novels and was patiently waiting for this one. She sure did not disappoint!  I loved how are and true this novel was. It touches on some hard topics and parts of a person's life, but is about hope and finding happiness

I’ve been waiting for this book for a while, I’m a big Jamie Beck fan and have throughly enjoyed the Sanctuary Sound series and so needless to say I was looking forward to Peyton’s story. 

Peyton has written a memoir documenting her journey with breast cancer! Now she has to relive the memories and experience as she starts her book tour. Mitchell, her publicist comes along with her and as she opens up and faces her fears, the pull he has towards her only grows stronger! Both have trauma that they need to overcome and healing that has to take place before they can really even try to be together. 

This book was more emotional for me than the other two. It was difficult watching Peyton not only relive her cancer journey but also forgive herself for the mistakes she has made in the past. 

Based on what has happened in the previous books I felt that Peyton remained true to how she had been portrayed. Strong on the outside, but shaken and scared on the inside. Because Mitchell has also had great grief in his life he was able to reach her in a way that others couldn’t. I loved that he stood up for her and by her when she needed him, but also he brought out of her a strength she didn’t know she had. 

Forgiveness for others can be easy, but it’s often harder to forgive ourselves as Peyton discovers. But once she lets go, she becomes free again to be who she truly is! 

A wonderful ending to a very delightful series that has dealt with some very serious issues and situations using dignity, grace and humor.

I have enjoyed all of Jamie Beck’s books so far, and this one surely didn’t disappoint. A very raw, real story that keeps the reader wanting more.

This is the third in the Lilac Lane League series of books that centers around lifelong friends Steffi, Claire and Peyton.   All three women are dealing with the ramifications of a traumatic physical event and moving on with their life.  We met Peyton in book one and she had caused a rift between the friends when she ran off with Claire’s fiancé Todd.  When Peyton was diagnosed with breast cancer, Todd dumped her.  During her treatments, she and her photographer brother Logan put together a book of her journey.  She is now going on a European book tour with Mitch Mathis, the PR rep for her book. He is a starting a new PR firm and ensuring Peyton’s book is a successes important.  Getting involved with his client is not on his agenda, unfortunately their mutual attraction messes with his plan.  Both Mitch and Peyton have a lot of issues they have to work through, but the payoff was worth it.  This book deals with a lot of tough subjects, cancer, betrayal and forgiveness, and does it so well.  This was a great conclusion to an interesting series.  I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley for my honest review.

The Wonder of Now is book three in the Sanctuary Sound series but it is completely self contained. You won’t be lost if you don’t read the first two books but you will miss some subtle nuances. This is Peyton’s book about her journey to survive breast cancer, find her way back into the circle of friends & how to embrace tomorrow instead of living in the past. Ms. Beck has managed yet again to take a subject that could turn a story dark & bring it up to the light. She shows Peyton coming to terms with her life, disease, old & new romance & the future. This is a story that will cause you to embrace life & your future.  I loved be the way Logan encourages Peyton to embrace the changes in her life & appearance and put it on paper. It took courage for Peyton to move past her vanity to show the horror of her battle.  Mitchell has his own issues to get past, although they aren’t as complex as Peyton’s. I enjoyed that in the course of the press tour they were each able to grow & see the other’s side. This was a true joy to read.

Hands down - the best one in the series! Definitely recommend all 3 books.

Thank you #netgalley and #montlakeromance for the eARC.

I received an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. I've read this the first two novels of this series, this being the final book of the trilogy.  It's a very sweet story with all the feels. A love story about redemption and forgiveness while navigating a new normal. I wish every Peyton had a Mitch. He's thoughtful, loyal, and completely selfless with everyone in his life. Peyton has successfully battled breast cancer but isn't completely out of the woods just yet. Through a series of obstacles and baggage from their pasts, both Mitch and Peyton struggle to deal with reality while fighting for their dreams.

Another heart-warming love story by Jamie Beck and my favorite of the Sanctuary Sound series. A classic opposites attract story, the reader can’t help but imagine a Peyton and Mitch match. Throw in family drama, a European book tour, haunting past loves, and true love where you least expect it, no matter the risks and you’ve got the perfect love story. 
Even better than the love story is the reconnection of the original Lilac Lane League. The enduring friendships and devotion of Peyton, Claire and Steffi is inspiring especially after all of the recent bumps in the road. 
You won’t want to miss Peyton’s story!!

Amazing! Was so excited for Peyton's story, her point of view, her take on things, her redemption! Mitch was the perfect man to take her on!

Jamie Beck has a knack for writing thoughtful, intelligent, heartwarming and sexy romances that pull you into the lives of her characters. She never fails to write a book that keeps me not only entertained, but enthralled, unable to put her book down. 

This one contains some heavy, serious topics that are handled spectacularly. While Peyton was one you may not have liked in books one or two, Beck writes Peyton in a way that you not only support her reasonings, but you let her off the hook. Peyton's graceful handling of the devastating affects of breast cancer and her ability to connect with those who read her memoir feels real and surely inspired by a great heart of a great writer.

This is the 3rd book in the sanctuary sound series and I couldn’t wait for Peyton’s story.
We have learned about her and her journey through the previous book and I couldn’t wait to hear her stories from her ! 
I was unprepared for all the emotions this book revealed. 

Peyton has just completed treatment for breast cancer.  Her road to remission was captured in photographs by her brother , added in with her notes and interactions with other patients and turned into a memoir. Peyton would like to not relive this time in her life over and over but she is to travel with Mitch ,the publishers PR man aka eye candy , to handle and help her navigate her European book tour ,even though there is attraction there, neither one is ready to admit .

Peyton is one to be admired, her strength, honesty and struggle was a great read.  There is a definite message of slowing down and smelling the roses .
Jamie Beck has written this book with her entire soul pouring out in the pages.  I not only loved all the characters , I also felt like I just returned from a trip abroad.  
I do not want this series to end!