Sunrise on Half Moon Bay by Robyn Carr Book Review

I have read Robyn Carr’s series, but this is my first standalone novel by her. I enjoyed Sunrise on Half Moon Bay so much, that I read it in one sitting. It read super fast, even during the tougher topics of conversation. It never dragged, and the characters kept me engaged. 

Carr has a knack for crafting intricate relationships between characters. In Sunrise on Half Moon Bay we follow the story of two sisters who were born 20 years apart. While they had never been super close, they both find themselves starting over in their lives. Addie had been taking care of her ill parents who recently died, and now she has the opportunity to go back to school and do the things she has wanted to do. Justine who is the older sister, finds herself in a bad relationship with her husband, they end up getting a divorce, and we see what Justine starts to do with her new life. Both find sweet and interesting love interests. Addie has Jake, a guy she has been good friends with for a long time. Justine gets to know and enjoy the company of a private investigator. There is also Justine’s ex, Scott. I like that I can get inside the heads of each of these characters for a more comprehensive story experience. The characters are what really carry this story. 

Carr tackles some hard topics. Domestic abuse sneaks up on you in this story. It is not immediately obvious. Carr gives insight into less well known domestic abuse situations, and how they are often viewed and handled differently. It is well developed and implemented into the story. If domestic abuse is a trigger for you, I would not recommend this story.

This was a fabulous quick read, that can be easily finished in an afternoon. The characters are what really make this story, and I like how Carr takes tough issues head on. 

I received an electronic Advanced Reader Copy from Harlequin through NetGalley. All opinions are 100% my own. Thank you NetGalley, Harlequin, and Robyn Carr for a fantastic read.