Shifting Seasons (Seastone Cove Series Book 5) by Vivianne Blake

In the heart of Bainbridge Island, change is in the air—and with it comes the quiet strength of new beginnings.After a health scare forces her to slow down, Amelia finds herself in the delicate space between recovery and rediscovery. Once driven by deadlines and perfection, she’s now learning to embrace stillness, motherhood, and the healing that unfolds when you finally give yourself permission to breathe. As autumn settles in, so does a new rhythm—one that challenges Amelia to find beauty in the mess and hope in the unknown.At the sanctuary she’s built for artists and writers, creativity stirs again. Amelia returns to her canvas, channeling her journey into a new collection that speaks to the transformation within her. But even as she finds her footing, the past lingers. Jack, her steadfast partner, carries his own doubts about fatherhood and fears he's not doing enough. Together, they must learn how to hold space for each other in the ever-changing seasons of life.Meanwhile, Lucy is adjusting to life as a single mother with a new rhythm of her own. Her bond with Lawrence continues to grow from a distance, strengthened by tender letters and promises of return. But when his past comes calling, their budding relationship is tested in ways neither expected. Can love survive long stretches of silence—and the shadows of what once was?As the golden leaves fall and winter’s hush approaches, the town of Seastone Cove gathers for its beloved fall festival, where laughter, community, and the magic of the cove shine brightest. With familiar faces like Dawn, Brandon, and the entire Montgomery family returning, this chapter in the series is a celebration of resilience, connection, and the unshakable hope that lives in second chances.Shifting Seasons is a heartwarming continuation of the Seastone Cove series, perfect for fans of clean romance, women's fiction, and stories that honor the quiet power of transformation. Full of emotional depth, cozy moments, and a coastal charm you won’t forget, this is a story for anyone who’s ever felt the need to pause—and found grace in doing so.