Tess Shepherd knows how to write. This book was funny, heartbreaking, but also sweet. The dying father element was triggering for me but the author was kind enough to give me a heads up.

I love Tess Shepherds work. This was no exception. Casey and Nate are so undeniably cute together and the story wasn’t dragged out and it was a quick read that ended perfectly.

Jessie’s Point is a wonderful romantic drama that is full of emotion, love and unexpected second chances. I loved these characters and how much depth they each had. It’s hard to believe that this is only the third published book by Tess Shepherd. I found myself immersed in this story and before I knew it, I read the entire book in one night. I am so looking forward to the other books in this series!

Wow this book really surprised me. I was expecting quite a cutesy book based on the cover but this had so much more depth to it. I adored the friendship that Casey had with Mary Ann and Meg. They have been there for each other through thick and thin and I loved the pact list at the start of the story. Casey had so many layers to her. She was deeply hurting from the lose of her mum at a young age and then grew up with a broken shell of a father. All she wants was a bit of acknowledgement from him that she exists. Yet despite all that she never lost touch with him and cared for him throughout putting her feelings in a box for so long. Her relationship with Nate was a beautiful slow burn and I loved how it developed and how important he became to her. He was a stranger to her and from the off she had her guard up but he broke through her walls and became her rock and grounded her. I liked that we got a few little pov from other characters as its really set the next book up well and I can't wait to read it to discover what will happen with Hayes and Mary Ann. I went into this story with certain expectations of how this novel was going to go but what I read blew my socks off and absolutely gutted me. There are moments when I had to put it down to stop myself from sobbing. Along with the heartache there was some beautiful moments and some funnt ones. I laughed on numerous occasions. Beautifully written and a lovely story. Cant wait to read more by this author if this is the standard of writing to expect.

a lovely small town romance with lots of emotion. I really enjoyed this and read it in one sitting , it’s not just romance though, it’s a story about family and home. Perfect read to make you feel warm.

I can’t believe this is only Tess Shepherd’s third book. I really enjoyed this story, all of the characters, and the scenic descriptions of the setting, Jessie’s Point. When you read you feel all the emotions. It’s like reading a tv series or movie. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series!!

It is the first book in the Dungeness Hollow series. And I must say, the author’s writing gets better by each book! I binge read it and finished it in a few sittings! It’s so addictive. I laughed, felt angry and once a tear slipped (I can’t tell you when because it’s a spoiler). It is a big deal that a tear slipped because I’ve never cried while reading books and very rarely a few tears slip. But don’t think I’m heartless because I feel really sad and heartbroken but I just don’t cry.

I felt sad reading about Casey’s childhood and how Casey has lived her life. I wish she can be happier now. I want to know more about Meghan because she is a bit… umm… oblivious to things around her, I guess or is she acting? I don’t know but I’d like to see more of her in the sequel since she wasn’t around a lot in this book. I hope she opens her eyes and see things in front of her in the sequel.

This checked off everything I look for in a book. Was not disappointed. Really enjoyed this book. I will read more from this author.

This was such a great book about love and forgiveness. It wasn’t just a romance book, it had some of the best friendships in it as well! The characters in this book were so great, I really liked them all. This book is engaging and you will enjoy it the whole time. I recommend checking it out!

A lovely small town romance with lots of emotion. I really enjoyed this and read it in one sitting , it’s not just romance though, it’s a story about family and home. Perfect read to make you feel warm.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

Small town romance is one of those tropes I’ve been on the fence about. I’ve loved some, I’ve not liked more. Without a doubt, Jessie’s Point falls in the loved category! I’ve been impressed and have enjoyed Tess’s first two published books but Jessie’s Point hands down is my favorite of her first 3 books!

Casey Carpenter is returning home to Dungeness Hollow to be with her dying father in his final months of life. The relationship has been non-existent between the two ever since her mother died years ago. Since then, her father has been a shell of his former self - giving into deep grief and depression and abandoning his responsibilities as a parent and as the owner of the once beautiful & popular marina, Jessie’s Point. Casey comes home to find more than she anticipated - including a handsome carpenter who is working to fix up the marina to sell. It’s a heartfelt story about forgiveness, love and loss that I just couldn’t put down!

If you’re a fan of small town Hallmark movies but want a little more spice to it, pick this one up when it releases on April 3rd!

A small town romance with beautiful soulmate characters and full of emotions and heartwarming love.
There are a few heartbreaking twists from the past that both have to overcome but, like in real life , it’s time to move on and give love a second chance.
Beautiful writing and great story , especially for the romantic readers.
There isn’t much I can say about it as the description says it all.

ARC provided by Netgalley for an honest. Jessie's Point didn't really do anything for me. I felt as if I was reading your average rom com. Nothing stood out to me to really draw me into the story. I didn't feel a connection with any of the characters. That's something I look forward to when reading a book. I want to fall into the story and feel a connection with a character and have that feeling like I'm there. Unfortunately I felt like a person driving by a small town, just looking out the window, who then decides to stop at the local restaurant and hears the locals chatting it up.

Jessie's Point by Tess Shepherd is the 1st book in the Dungeness Hollow romance series, and it's off to a great start. Casey Carpenter receives a phone call from one of her best friends, letting her know she should come home, because her father is dying of cancer. Casey lost her mother to cancer when she was eight years old, and her father never recovered from his wife's death. On top of everything else, her father hired Nate to fix up Jessie's Point so it can be sold. Casey is shocked, because not only is her dad dying, he is selling her childhood home, and didn't plan on telling Casey either thing. This book is full of every type of emotions and relationships. I highly recommend this book, and I am looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

“Somehow, and even through her brittle temper and poor attitude, Nathanial Kipling had seen that she was hurting, and he had apologized for having a part in it.”

What You’ll Find:
✔️Small Town Romance
✔️Enemies to Lovers
✔️Cinnamon Roll Hero
✔️Women’s Fiction Feel
✔️Multiple, Third Person POV

Jessie’s Point by Tess Shepherd is a wonderful story of love, letting go and forgiveness. Set in a beautiful picturesque small town marina, this story has all the feels.

Casey learns that he father is dying and rushes home. There she finds the once neglected marina she grew up on, is being renovated by a stranger, though a handsome one named Nate. Not until she’s home, does she realize that her father has struck a deal to sell the marina once the renovation is complete. She does the only thing she can, she’s helps Nate, in hopes it will help her say goodbye to her childhood home. Only working side by side with Nate, leads to so much more.

This is my first read by this author and I enjoyed it. While I liked Casey, she drove me a bit crazy at times too. It was mostly her story and I wanted more Nate. Because Nate, I adored him. He’s strong, sweet and dependable. The cinnamon roll, dependable, guy next door type. And while these two don’t start off on the right foot, the chemistry takes no time to form. I honestly wanted more of them.

This story isn’t just about the romance between the two of them. It’s about family and Casey’s sisterhood with her best friends. Those female friendships were fierce and one of my favourite parts about this story! The great cast of characters was so enjoyable. So many of them I want their stories told now.

This story is told in multiple POV which I generally enjoy! Though this was told in third person, which is not my favourite, and I do feel had a bit of an impact on keeping me from loving this story. Overall an enjoyable read that felt more women’s fiction to me, but one I think many will enjoy! And it’s out now!

CW/TW: Cancer, Parental Neglect, Death of a Parent

Thank you to the author for the eARC via @netgalley for my honest review.

4.5 stars

This is the first book in the Dungeness Hollow series by Tess Shepherd.

I think the community stood out here a little more than her other series. I can see myself diving into another book in this series easily and know who I’m talking about. The first book in her other series, City of Dreams, Lola and Jacob were the only ones I really resonated with.

In this story we have a gal named Casey who is called back to her hometown due to her father being on deaths door. Their relationship is pretty complicated. When her mother died when she was eight, her dad kind of mentally checked out and she had to be taken care of my neighbors.

She comes home to find a man named Nate fixing up the area called Jessie’s Point which has become very unkempt and desolate over the years.

The story really sucks you in and makes you want to find out how they solve all these problems they are dealing with. The cast is great in this one and I look forward to any new books that come out by this author.

If you love a good romance with a tinge of mystery, definitely check this one out.

I received this as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) in return for an honest review. I thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title.

This book took a few chapters to reel me in from what felt like a stilted beginning, but was worth pursuing. The storyline between Casey and Nate was well developed, and the relationship between Casey and her father, Tim, was poignant and written well. Looking forward to the next in the series.

Casey Carpenter returns home to spend time with her dying father. Her and her father have not had the best relationship. Ever since Casey’s her mother died when she was younger, her father has been distant. When she returns home, she unexpectedly finds out her father has hired a hunky contractor, Nate Kipling, to renovate her family’s marina. Nate and her father have a deal to sell the property once it’s complete – a huge decision that Casey was not a part of.

There’s nothing Casey can do, so instead she helps Nate with the renovation. Nate knows this is a bad idea. Casey is gorgeous and she’s only going to be in town a short time, but how can Nate say no?

Will Casey be able to mend her relationship with her father before it’s too late? How is Casey going to say goodbye to both Nate and her family marina when the sell is complete?

This is a cute small-town romance told through the POV’s of Casey and Nate. Nate is the sweetest guy and I feel for Casey and all the drama and tragedy she is dealing with. I loved the story line, the romance, the raw emotions of the past and present and the side stories of Casey’s best friends. (Jessie’s Point is a part of a series, so we will be reading about her friends in future books.) It’s a quick read about love and forgiveness that I recommend!

A huge thank you to the author, Tess Shepherd, for an arc in exchange for my honest review.

5/5

Synopsis: After Casey’s mom pases away at a young age she just moves through life. Her dad, Tim never really lived after that. Casey is fortunate to have her best friends who were there with her and every day after. After she moves away after college an unexpected emergency brings her back to her hometown and all of her memories of her mother passing away are brought back to the surface.

Thought: I really enjoyed this book. I think it was the perfect mix of real life and romance. It showed that just because we haven't been loved in the way that maybe we should have before that we aren't deserving or incapable of feeling that love. I think that this book was well written and I really enjoyed all the characters in the books and the different struggles that they faced. I can’t wait for the next book in the series to definitely be added to my preorder list.

Jessie's Point is the first book in a new series by Tess Shepherd called Dungeness Hollow. This is a lovely romance with a small town feel and strong characters.

Ever since Casey's mother died when she was young her father never recovered, and she practically raised herself. Even though their relationship is strained she runs back to her hometown of Dungeness Hollow when she hears he's dying. She arrives home to a stranger named Nate repairing both her family home and family marina and is devastated that her father has decided to sell the last part of her mother they have left. She will attempt to mend her relationship with her father in the little time he has left. Furthermore, she will have to deal with growing feelings for Nate that she tries to keep casual since her life isn't in Dungeness Hollow anymore.

Casey and Nate, and all their friends, are wonderful characters. Casey is headstrong and underneath all her attitude is a sensitive little girl who lacked a nurturing childhood. Nate is just a big old softy right from the start. He was so charming and such a gentleman. While Casey decides they should have some no strings attached fun, Nate knows from the start he wants to know everything he can about her no matter how long they have together. Their relationship is lighthearted and honest and put a smile on my face. Like all of Tess Shepherds couples the intimacy between them is full of passion and steam. I also HAVE to add that the grand gesture/ declaration of Nate’s feelings at the end was quality and left me chuckling. :)

As always I loved Tess Shepherd's writing, it really flows and her characters and setting are always so easy to imagine. She tends to always include random point of views outside of the two main characters. It shows that the people around them can see their connection. However, in this, at one point there's back and forth POV between two side characters that doesn't add to Nate and Casey's story. It fully set up what I'm guessing is book 2 and completely took me out of the main story line. I mean I enjoyed the characters it was focusing on, and I would have loved to see the scenes just not in this book, they didn't feel like they belonged. The other thing that didn't work personally for me was the climax to Casey and her father's arc. He seems from his POV chapters to want to make amends after she finally confronts him but in the end only makes excuses for his behavior.

I really love the idea of the Dungeness Hollow series. Three best friends who are different in so many ways but have always been there for each other through thick and thin. I am really excited for the other friends' books.