A Charming and Thought-Provoking Read on Lasting Friendships and Second Chance RomanceGeoducks are for Lovers, the first book in the Modern Love Stories series by Daisy Prescott, is lovely work of fiction that highlights the staying power of lasting friendships and shows how taking a chance on romance the second time around can be even better. The main character, Maggie, invites her college friends to her home for a twentieth pre-reunion get together on Whidbey Island to have fun and reminisce over their college days. Maggie is surprised when her friend, Selah, brings Gil, the “one that got away” in college. Both Gil and Maggie are divorced, and Gil is ready to rekindle the romance they started 22 years ago. There is a little matchmaking over the week among friends who want to see them together. Maggie has been through a lot of changes over the past including a divorce, the death of her parents, a career change and a big move. She is just now settling into her life. Is Maggie ready to take that leap of faith and accept Gil’s love without knowing the outcome?Ms. Prescott paints a very realistic and detailed picture of life on Whidbey Island in Washington. The locale description is wonderful. Also, I really like the cover for this book. The flat wishing stones have special significance throughout the story between Gil and Maggie. In addition, some wonderful, reflective quotes are in the book, which are very thought provoking and encourage you to think back on your own life and reminisce on the times you spent with friends. And the way Ms. Prescott writes about food – I am hungry for a scone, Nutella and an iced mocha latte!There are some fun moments throughout the book where the characters reference 90s pop culture, and there are some very real moments when the characters discuss how different their lives are and how they feel about it now that they are in their forties.This book is for any adult who has pondered on how different life would be if past events were changed or if different decisions were made. Would your life still be the same? Would you still have those close friendships? Ms. Prescott creates a diverse group of characters that share a common bond of friendship. These characters have gone through different life experiences, so it’s very easy for a reader to find a character he or she can connect with on a personal level. The story is a great representation on how deeply forged friendships can last through different life experiences and stages in life. Time and experiences have molded these characters, but their love for one another and deep friendship remain.Geoducks are for Lovers is a good read for anyone – no matter your current stage in life. It’s low on plot-driven angst and focuses on the characters and how they interact with each other after 20 years of friendship. In addition, there is a charming second chance romance that is woven into the story. It makes a great and fun beach read.Favorite Quotes:“I am blessed to be here. This life is a gift no matter if it’s what I planned or not, since life rarely turns out the way we expect.” “Life’s messy, with no guarantees, but you still need to live and love. None of us know how long we have here.” Everyone deserves better life, so do Maggie n Gil. This is the book talking middle age people having second chance, take it or leave it? We r no younger anymore, the more we given, the hurt we had, to keep us in one piece, careful for every move, always in the safe n comfort zone, never given n less hurt.I understood because this is my life n real life.I didn't enjoy reading the book, even I m Maggie, all r same, so what Maggie had r what I had, so reading the book just review myself but different is Maggie is lucky to have Gil
What do You think about Goeducks Are For Lovers (2000)?
Started out a little slow , then picked up ...story was fun , loved how quirky Maggie was
—Mike
Sweet love story. At times it seemed a little drawn out.
—haleyroseeee
