Description:
In the beautiful, coastal town of Milford-Haven, artist Miranda Jones must re-map her personal and professional life. While working on Los Angeles commissions, she's sees the Doobie Brothers at a Hollywood Bowl.concert.
Review Quotes:
In Where the Heart Lives, Mara Purl strategically presents a glamorous alternative to big city vibrancy. In the second installment of her already popular Milford-Haven series, the California Central Coast is once again the locale for her magnetic cast of characters. Purl's success is based on her ability to appeal to readers on a more elevated level than traditional romance fiction generally prescribes. Though she never loses the common touch in her storytelling instincts, in every potential stereotype emerges a well-developed character with a standout personality.
-- ForeWord Reviews
Skillfully interspersing the moment-to-moment thoughts of her characters with their actions and dialogue, Purl effortlessly moves from one personal story to another. Just about everyone plans on showing up to a Doobie Brothers benefit concert at the Central Coast Bowl in support of veterans, which helps tie together the storylines. Like visiting friends and catching up. -- Kurkus Review
Part small-town confidential, part mystery, part romance, the story is cozy in the best sense of the word. Steeped in California charm, the setting plays host to a wide variety of characters from across the social spectrum. High society rubs shoulders with artists and diner cooks, providing a snap shot of an up-scale village.Despite the town's air of quaint charm, the people are refreshingly realistic. -- Bookwire