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Escape to Osprey Cove: Book 1 of The Osprey Cove Lodge Series Kindle Edition

by Luisa Marietta Gold (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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An unusual find in the secret compartment of Doug’s new Corvette will change lives forever. Doug and Catherine come from two different worlds. Catherine’s is one of privilege and wealth, whereas Doug grew up poor and envious of others who had more. Their worlds collide when Catherine, VP of a prominent New York City marketing firm, hires Doug. Follow the twists and turns of this spellbinding tale of love, wealth, and mystery from the Rideau lakes of Canada to the shores of the Caribbean. The series is written in a continuing fashion; please be sure to read the books in the order written.
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    The Osprey Cove Lodge
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01LYSDFXY
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Luisa Marietta Gold; 1st edition (September 11, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 11, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.8 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 248 pages
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    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 3,015 ratings

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Luisa Marietta Gold spent much of her adult life in Pennsylvania working for a large corporation. After her daughter was born, she relocated to North Carolina and began working as a Realtor while operating a recreational business with her husband. Her current home is near a lake reminiscent of the Rideau Lakes, which provided the setting for The Osprey Cove Lodge Series. The series was born from her love of that region of Canada, the outdoors, and lake life. Many years were spent enjoying the Rideau, staying in lodges, and for a time, her own cottage. Among her interests are swimming, painting, cooking, baking, and of course, writing and storytelling. But it’s the simple things of life that bring the most enjoyment, like the beauty of the trees outside the window of her writing room as they change with the seasons, watching the sunrise and sunset, and being entertained by her kitties as they interact and play. Many of these interests and life experiences are woven into the pages of her books.

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Customers enjoy the storyline and find it heartwarming. They describe the book as a pleasant, light read with well-developed characters. The romance is described as heartfelt and dealing with love and grief. Many readers plan to read the whole series. However, opinions differ on the writing style, with some finding it enjoyable and clean, while others feel the prose is stilted and unsatisfying. There are mixed views on the interest level, with some finding it engaging and involved, while others find it boring or falling apart.

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145 customers mention "Storyline"102 positive43 negative

Customers enjoyed the storyline. They found the characters believable and likeable. The book set up the continuing saga with exciting scenarios and unexpected twists. Readers found the story engaging and heartwarming, with some surprises that made it original and not predictable. The narrative ends with a cliffhanger, making them eager to read the next book in the series.

"...Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of...." Read more

"...The characters are well developed, they are engaging. Some surprises in this book, enough to make the story original and not predictable." Read more

"...Then the twists and turns really begin. The narrative ends with a cliff hanger. Onto the next......" Read more

"...I love Catherine and hope she finds what she needs and gets some love and romance. I just ordered book #2, can't wait read it." Read more

93 customers mention "Readability"79 positive14 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it pleasant, romantic, and a light, fun read with an entertaining plot full of twists and turns. Many readers appreciate the author's new writing style and say the book is enjoyable with no dull moments from start to finish.

"...It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment...." Read more

"...Catherine a very lovable, if misguided, successful woman is married to Doug who married her for her money. She then meets Alex a business client...." Read more

"I really enjoyed everything about this book. I felt a connection with the main characters and can’t wait to read the next one!" Read more

"Overall, a decent book but a little disappointing. The characters and scenery were well described and painted clear pictures as we read...." Read more

59 customers mention "Character development"50 positive9 negative

Customers like the characters and plot of the book. They love the heroine and her issues.

"...Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of...." Read more

"This book 1 left me wanting to know more of the story. The characters are well developed, they are engaging...." Read more

"I really enjoyed everything about this book. I felt a connection with the main characters and can’t wait to read the next one!" Read more

"...The characters and scenery were well described and painted clear pictures as we read...." Read more

16 customers mention "Romance"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's romance. They find the characters well-developed and the situations heartfelt. The story explores themes of love, transformation, and grief with a sense of longing. Readers describe the book as a comforting adventure novel with romantic moments. They appreciate the realistic characters and relationships between them.

"...There so much more that happens. It can be very emotional at times. You'll want be this book & probably book two, Return To Osprey Cove. Enjoy." Read more

"Clean study of broken marriage/romance. Instead of a mystery, this book is more "My husband is a gold-digger"...." Read more

"A very pleasant, even romantic read...." Read more

"...Amazing intertwining of characters and lives that are so real you want to call them up and go out to dinner with them...." Read more

9 customers mention "Series quality"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the series. They say it's a promising start to an interesting series and they plan on reading the whole series.

"What a fantastic opener to a series. It started off a little slow, but soon picked up the pace...." Read more

"This series is absolutely wonderful. I have read every one and can't wait for the next one...." Read more

"A great beginning to a series that I am looking forward to continuing!!..." Read more

"...This could have been such a good series. It's basic concept is clever...." Read more

70 customers mention "Writing style"43 positive27 negative

Customers have different views on the writing style. Some enjoyed the overall writing and storyline, finding it clean and engaging with enough detail to immerse them in the story. Others found the prose stilted, choppy, and unsatisfying, with grammar issues and stiff dialogue.

"...Only an honest one. A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written romance book...." Read more

"...No graphic sex and no bad language for those who dislike such things, but it is just such an odd format that I think we deserve a warning notice..." Read more

"...There are a couple grammar issues, particularly the use of “I” when “me” is correct. For instance, Alex and I went to the boat...." Read more

"...But this book was well written and I enjoyed it. But... the book does not really end. I have to read book two to find out what happened...." Read more

10 customers mention "Pacing"4 positive6 negative

Customers have different views on the book's pacing. Some find it not too fast or slow, but nice for all ages. Others say it starts off slow but picks up quickly.

"What a fantastic opener to a series. It started off a little slow, but soon picked up the pace...." Read more

"This is a book not fast any not slow moving but more paced Nice for all ages and I’m not a book reader but truly a good book...." Read more

"This book starts out a little slow...." Read more

"Not my type of book but a fast read. Also kind of predictable from the very beginning. I did wonder why she never checked her inheritance money." Read more

9 customers mention "Interest"5 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book. Some find it suspenseful and engaging, while others find it boring and lacking interest. The romance is also criticized as flat and unlikable.

"...Good story, good characters that hold your interest, but an ending that essentially tells you to buy the next book to see what happens next...." Read more

"...The books are getting shorter a d my interest is falling. Please finish the story. This could have been one novel instead of dragging out...." Read more

"I loved suspense and how it held my attention. Liked the set up of how it was written. Look forward to read more from author." Read more

"...I love reading, but this book did not keep my attention. I skipped from 22% to 94% and didn't miss anything." Read more

You will love how this story evolves--but get ready for the cliffhanger--you are going to want more!
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You will love how this story evolves--but get ready for the cliffhanger--you are going to want more!
If I told you that I read this first in the series and immediately went in and purchased the second? Yeah it was that good!! It kind of reminded me of those television soap operas where you just had to tune in the next day to find out what happened!! As a matter of fact I'm surprised they haven't grabbed this for a series yet (there are 15 books in this series I think at least for now).Rich girl-poor boy marry once he realizes she has money. Then he finds something in a car he went out and bought with her money--and takes off for parts unknown. She went on a job at the Osprey Cove Lodge and falls in love with it. She ends up wowing the owner's son and saves the account for her boss.She is rather torn up about the disappearance of her husband and before another meeting to finalize the deal decides to go back there for a couple days before the meeting----You will love how this story evolves--but get ready for the cliffhanger--you are going to want more!!!
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  • Tony Parsons
    5.0 out of 5 stars romance
    Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2019
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    Catherine Gregstone (32, Raynott Marketing VP, daughter/sister) had interviewed Doug Wellin for a position in the firm.
    It wasn’t long & romance blossomed.
    Saint Martin. Doug & Catherine had a wonderful honeymoon.
    He also invited Emma & Will their best friends to come along.

    Doug & Emma went to play tennis.
    Will was going to enjoy some sightseeing.
    While at the restaurant Catherine got an urgent text to call the office.
    Ms. Peggy Barrister (exc. Secretary) patched Catherine through to Mr. Jack Delbourne (Raynott Marketing, boss) & Bob (Raynott Marketing VP).
    The Droxell Outdoor Outfitters (Canada) contract was going down the drain.
    Ottawa, Canada. Osprey Cove Lodge (Whippoorwill Rd.). Catherine was having several meetings
    with Alex Droxell Jr. (son, widower, Droxell Outdoor Outfitters).
    Urgent. Kingston hospital. Libby Droxell (8, daughter) was in ER from falling off a horse at summer camp.
    Catherine had decided to go with Alex to see his daughter.
    Doug & Will were cruising outside NYC in Doug’s new Torch Red Corvette.
    What did Doug find in his red Corvette secret compartment?
    NYC. When Catherine returned Doug had left word he resigned.
    Alex & Libby were headed to Nairobi, Africa.
    Chelsey (nanny, child psych student) would also go along & help watch over Libby.
    Emma & Will are going to be parents.
    Ngorongoro/ Serengeti excursion, Karatu, Africa, Rosalind Alex’s ex-GF, freelance writer,
    Ottawa, Canada. It was time for Catherine to meet with Alex Droxell Sr. (father, Droxell Outdoor Outfitters founder, President/CEO).

    Doug had disappeared. Mrs. Catherine Wellin (divorced mother, housekeeper, P/G) finally filed a MP report.
    Alex Droxell, & Rosalind continued their non-exclusive relationship.

    I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.

    A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written romance book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great romantic movie, or better yet a mini TV series. To be continued. There is no doubt in my mind this is a very easy rating of 5 stars.

    Thank you for the free author; ReadingDeals; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
    Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
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  • Kate
    4.0 out of 5 stars Well written
    Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2024
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    This book 1 left me wanting to know more of the story. The characters are well developed, they are engaging. Some surprises in this book, enough to make the story original and not predictable.
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  • Leeroz
    5.0 out of 5 stars WOW!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2024
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    What a fantastic opener to a series. It started off a little slow, but soon picked up the pace. Catherine a very lovable, if misguided, successful woman is married to Doug who married her for her money. She then meets Alex a business client. Then the twists and turns really begin. The narrative ends with a cliff hanger. Onto the next......
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  • Peggy Flack Ake
    3.0 out of 5 stars Really? So disappointing....
    Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2019
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    The story was interesting and I was really getting into it. Then there was no more story. Maybe it was more normal to write books that were cliffhangers in 2016? But to have to wait till book (10 or 11?) for Alex and Catherine to get married is ridiculous. I really don't care what happens to the pathetically selfish Doug. How many books does it take till this story really ends? Some parts of the plot could have had an ending in book one, with other sub-plots, like Doug, continued. Mind you, I really don't care what happens to Doug. I just feel like I wasted time reading a bookthat neber really ends till the 12th book? Or were there more than 12 books? I wouldn't have minded buying books 2, 3 and even 4, as long as all parts of the story ended then. The abruptness of the first book ending with a cliffhanger, and no warning ahead of reading this book, really is aggravating. Sorry, but any good writing flies out the door when the story never seems to end. Would you go to 12 movies to see the ending of the first movie? I don't think so.
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  • Nancy Simpkins
    5.0 out of 5 stars really held my interest
    Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2024
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    I really enjoyed everything about this book. I felt a connection with the main characters and can’t wait to read the next one!
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  • John I
    4.0 out of 5 stars It's an okay read.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2024
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    Overall, a decent book but a little disappointing. The characters and scenery were well described and painted clear pictures as we read. However, the story has a lot of extra, unneeded fillers that wasn't needed. Also, a little disappointed that a few of the story lines did not find a resolution.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of emotional ups and downs
    Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2024
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    I really enjoyed this first book in the series, I love the heroine and all her issues and how she deals with them. It is an emotional story so far, it will be interesting to see how her personal life and her business life intersect. I don't want to give out spoilers or say too much. I love Catherine and hope she finds what she needs and gets some love and romance. I just ordered book #2, can't wait read it.
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  • Bookaddict
    5.0 out of 5 stars A delicious story
    Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2017
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    This story is deliciously complicated. A family of three young adult children are orphaned when both parents die tragically in a car crash. They inherit the family mansion and business. The son was already groomed to take over from his dad, so the business was left in his care. One sister was completely disinterested. The other sister was determined to prove her skills in marketing. She succeeded by becoming the youngest director in a different company. Two years before she had interviewed a man for a position. They ended up marrying. He married her for her wealth. He booked a holiday to celebrate their second anniversary but asked her friend and her husband to join them. He liked her friend more than his wife. His wife was called back early from the holiday which infuriated her husband. She left anyway. He changed. He turned against her, buying a red Corvette while she made a business trip to Canada. She met a really nice man there. He liked her too but since he was widowed, with an eight-year old daughter, and she was married, neither acted on their mutual attraction. Things changed. What I especially appreciated in this book was the clean decent great story without the erotica, and lack of morals so prevalent in the average story, and the romantic storyline. If this is a first story, I congratulate Luisa Marietta Gold. Well done! I look forward to reading follow-ups and more stories. Thank you!
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  • J G L
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in Canada on November 5, 2020
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    I found it hard to it down as it was an easy read yet kept your attention. Have already downloaded book #2
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  • maybookaholic
    5.0 out of 5 stars Peace and Tranquility: needed and found here.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 23, 2021
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    A family and love story with an intriguing twist. This looks like developing into a beautiful family saga. I hope so!
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  • Robbie Gaye-Murphy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Escape To Osprey Cove by Luisa Marietta Gold book 1
    Reviewed in Australia on November 26, 2018
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    Escape to Osprey Cove by Luisa Marietta Gold
    Catherine is a nice girl, infatuated by the story of how her grandfather Gregstone turning a broken down truck,a handmade tool belt and himself the only employee into a multi-million dollar construction business through hard work. Unfortunately she’d met Doug at a young age, felt sorry for his hard luck story of growing up with a single mum and nothing he ever wanted that the other kids had, no matter how hard his mum worked. Doug heard her story of money, her parents dying in an accident leaving more money and assets to three children and he set out to become part of that wealthy family, no matter that he didn’t love hardworking sweet Catherine. A creepier husband he couldn’t have been if he’d tried.
    Escape to Osprey Cove is about a business deal about to go bad that Catherine worked on to turn it around, loving Osprey Cove where the client took her to explain his business. The water, boat, scenery and client’s ideals of getting young people away from computers and into the outdoors having fun and adventures matched her own sense of nature. Catherine hoped to make Alex’s dreams come true so that a generation would learn to leave their computer gear and create a healthy lifestyle of fitness in the outdoors as well. She enjoyed herself so much that it wasn’t hard for Catherine and client Alex to get along in work as they played on the water.
    A great book that kept my interest as the story unfolds. I want to read the next book as well. I became so invested in the characters I liked that I truly want to learn more! Even when disliking Doug I thoroughly enjoyed this well written ebook. I bought it and the review is my own.
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  • Roland Andrew Jordan
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in Canada on August 25, 2021
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    Almost could predict the outcome from early on in the story, but to confirm you need to thread the follow up book, for sure, but good book
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  • Ann Stanmore
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 23, 2018
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    Good but would have been better to be a standalone. Not a fan of cliff hangers.
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