This story was really great. Very romantic and sweet and a perfect read for Valentine's day. The main character, Maurie, knew Grant when she was a kid. She was taken from her home and ended up in foster care and away from everything she knew. As an adult she moves back to her childhood home and runs into Grant again. The sparks fly! They were perfect for each other. They'd both been through hard things and became strong, capable, understanding people. This book was very romantic, very fun to read and I really enjoyed the whole thing. I've read all the other books in this set, and they're all fantastic and stand-alone. She's a great author.

Sweet romance in a small town. I have read a few of her Pine Valley books. It took me a while to get into this book because it seemed like I had read it already. It wasnt the case but it seemed familiar, I guess hots for the construction worker is a troupe I wasnt aware I had delved into before.

There were a few mistakes, especially at the beginning, which made it harder to keep reading. Everyone knows you simmer AFTER a boil but apparently the key to amazing hot chocolate, *ahem* cocoa, Maurie calls it cocoa, is to simmer it then it comes to a boil. Despite those minor flaws, the story picked up. I received an ebook in exchange for an honest review.

Let's Begin Again was such a cute story about moving on, finding closure, and living a wonderful life even when you had a troubled childhood. Maurie moves back to her childhood home in Pine Valley, after having a tough childhood, and opens up a giftbox shop. When she gets there she calls a local construction company to help her remodel the home, but she doesn't expect to actually know the man who shows up at her door.

I was beyond excited to be able to read about Grant and hear more about his story, it got me so intrigued from past books that gently referenced his marriage ending, so having a book that goes into more detail was wonderful. This story was such a beautiful addition to the Pine Valley series. Only reason I gave it 4 stars rather than 5 was because I felt it was unfinished. There was a lot of buildup with certain events (I don't want to say much and give things away) but I felt that certain situations involving Joy, Trent, Grant, and Maurie were unfinished and I would have enjoyed more explanation as to what happened after.

The store sounded so lovely and it got me wishing I could visit "Every Occasion" in person and order fun gift baskets for all of my friends and family. I recommend that you read Let's Begin Again, but just prepared that you may be left with questions (that I do hope somehow get answered in future books maybe?).

Let’s Begin Again (2019) by Heather B. Moore is the seventh book in her Pine Valley series. This book comes in all forms including eBook, and is 230 pages in length. With a full-time job and a busy six-year old at home, this book took me two days to read. I received a copy of this novel in eBook form from Mirror Press Publishing via Kathy at Clean Wholesome Romance/ I Am a Reader. In no way has this influenced my opinion of the story. All opinions expressed in this review are my own. I give Let’s Begin Again 4 STARS. This book is a Contemporary Clean Romance.

Let’s Begin Again is a sweetly satisfying contemporary romance filled with endearing characters and a plot that keeps the reader happily turning pages well past bedtime. This is a light and easy read that could be completed in a sitting or two, and will definitely leave the reader smiling.

Maurie and Grant, the main characters of Let’s Begin Again, have known each other since childhood; and both, unknown to each other at the time, had really big crushes on one another. Something really awful happens to Maurie when she is 17 and she is forced to leave Pine Valley. Ten years later, Maurie moves back to Pine Valley in order to expand her business. When Maurie and Grant see each other for the first time, it is immediately apparent feelings are still there. Man, do sparks fly!!! I very much enjoyed watching Maurie and Grant’s relationship rekindle and grow into something mature and real. I definitely rooted for them the entire time.

Grant, is a divorced father. His ex-wife is a handful and will often play Grant by using their son, Trent, as a bargaining chip. Grant is reintroduced to Maurie and quickly realizes that a real relationship built on mutual respect and love is possible. Knowing full well the baggage each one carries, Grant and Maurie become an item. It may be an odd thing to say, but I appreciate the way this story shows a divorced parent trying to navigate a demanding ex, a young child, and a burgeoning romance. I found this aspect of the story to be very well written, quite realistic, and a reminder of my own family. It is often illustrated that blended families don’t work out so well, but that has not been my experience. In my personal experience, the family that was created the day my mom and step-father married is, to this day, the healthier, happier, and more loving family, and this is the case with Grant, Maurie, and Trent. I liked seeing my experience with my blended family reflected in this fictional world. It made this story a little more endearing.

Let’s Begin Again is a sweet addition to the Pine Valley series. One I highly recommend! If you are looking for a sweet, clean romance that’s fast-paced, highly engaging, and a bit steamy then this is the book for you.