What New Beginnings Are Made Of: an abandoned inn and new beginnings

What New Beginnings Are Made Of is the first book in the Star Gazer Inn of Corpus Christi Bay series by Debra Clopton. After the sudden death of her husband, fifty-five year old Alice McIntyre visits Star Gazer Island, where she first met her husband. There, she finds the abandoned Star Gazer Inn for sale and on a whim, she buys it. Her four adult sons are not happy; but she needs a fresh start. Her oldest son, Jackson, is shocked by his mother’s decision but he is determined to help her move on. Lisa, Alice’s best friend and recent divorcee, comes to the inn to join Alice in opening the inn. Nina Hanson is an artist who lives next door to the inn. She loves the quiet life especially since she has a reason to keep a low profile. 

Debra Clopton is a new author to me, even though her name is one I recognize from bookshelves. I like storylines of new beginnings and from the opening chapters, I enjoyed the introduction of Alice, Jackson and Nina. I especially enjoyed Jackson’s and Nina’s first meeting over a wayward puppy. However, going forward, I feel there were too many storylines and some were not fully developed. I quickly became bored and the story slowed down. I would have liked to see more into Nina’s story and the past she was trying to leave behind. I did enjoy Ms Clopton’s description of the island and the beach was gorgeous. Overall, I did not enjoy this story and will not be continuing this series. However, if you enjoy Debra Clopton’s books, you may enjoy What New Beginnings Are Made Of. 

What New Beginnings Are Made Of are available in paperback, eBook and audiobook