Dumont Island Boarding House Romance Series by Everlee Whitman

“I loved her all these years, but if I don’t believe I can stay put and be happy here…I won’t go down that road.”The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved... more“I loved her all these years, but if I don’t believe I can stay put and be happy here…I won’t go down that road.”The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline. The boarding house sits on the far side of the island, with limited resources including electricity supplied only by generator for a brief time during the early evening hours; gasoline lanterns are used at night. Everyone knows each other on the island and they all like to take care of each other as a community of neighbors.Rachel Carlton has lived on Dumont since she was three, and now, with the help of her aunt, runs the only boarding house on the island. She is a quiet, bookish soul that finds peace in the elements around her and the companionship of all that pass through the boarding house. The latest visitor to the residence is about to take her outside her comfort zone and may prove to be the most joyful surprise of her life.Mason has done well for himself by the world’s standards, but he is stressed out, frustrated, and now worried about his long-term health. Now a job loss along with a health scare has him contemplating a life spent on the wrong pursuits. He will return to Dumont Island to fix up the homestead his grandfather left him many years ago. His homecoming will allow him to reconnect with old friends as he tries to settle on a path for his future.Can a city boy that has run for years on adrenalin with his fast paced job, find the slower pace of Dumont Island enjoyable? Will the spark of an old flame be enough for two lonely souls to give love a chance?The Dumont Island Board House series is based upon Romans 12:12-16 (NIV). “Joyful in Hope,” is the first book in this seven-book series. Download this clean romance book that will make you feel good about yourself and the world around you. less

”We had lifetimes with our true loves, but maybe if you are amenable, we can see where this second chapter of our lives might take us…together.”The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved... more”We had lifetimes with our true loves, but maybe if you are amenable, we can see where this second chapter of our lives might take us…together.”The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café, and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline. The boarding house sits on the far side of the island, with limited resources including electricity supplied only by generator for a brief time during the early evening hours, with gasoline lanterns used at night. Everyone knows each other on the island and they all like to take care of each other as a community of neighbors.DeeDee Ramsey has lived on the island her entire life, and this is where she will be when she takes her final breath. Her husband Jack was her eternal love and losing him was the worst moment of her life. She finds solace in her early morning walks, where she communes with nature and seeks God’s guidance on every decision. She had grown content with her life when suddenly Thom arrived on the island making her see that maybe life isn’t as predictable as she had once thought.Thom was told he was in the twilight years of his life, but he began to doubt that at only sixty years of age. He wanted adventure, and as a lifelong Ornithologist, he missed being in nature seeking, documenting, and sharing his love of birds. A story in the paper about Dumont Island would place him on a new adventure.Can two battered hearts find a second chance at love? Are some of the largest surprises in life sometimes the answer to prayer you never thought would happen?The Dumont Island Board House series is based upon Romans 12:12-16 (NIV). "Faithful in Prayer," is the third book in this seven-book series. Download this clean romance book that will make you feel good about yourself and the world around you. less

The boarding house is full, the town is thriving, and it just keeps getting better.The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café, and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline... moreThe boarding house is full, the town is thriving, and it just keeps getting better.The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café, and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline. The boarding house sits on the far side of the island, with limited resources including electricity supplied only by generator for a brief time during the early evening hours, with gasoline lanterns used at night. Everyone knows each other on the island and they all like to take care of each other as a community of neighbors.Raylynn has lived on the island for nearly a decade, runs the local café, and is good friends with Mark, though few others know much about her personal life. She tries to forget a past that carries many harsh memories and focuses on the life she has built for herself on Dumont Island. She gives back to the community, is kind to those in need, and tries her best to atone for her sins of the past. When Seth lands on the shores of Dumont Island, though, he tears open some major wounds and has her questioning everything once again.Seth wakes up in a small room attended by a woman he has never seen before. They tell him his name from a badge that carries his likeness, but he can’t access any memories about his life. Despite what he hopes will be short-term amnesia, he needs to stay busy, and help Raylynn as she delivers meals to those around the island who need them. He finds himself drawn to this sweet, quiet woman, though he senses fear behind her eyes and the distance between them might not ever be able to be overcome.Can these two find common ground with Seth not remembering his past, and Raylynn trying to forget hers? Can faith, hospitality, and just a bit of patience become the recipe for a love neither of them bargained on?The Dumont Island Board House series is based upon Romans 12:12-16 (NIV). "Practice Hospitality," is the fourth book in this seven-book series. Download this clean romance book that will make you feel good about yourself and the world around you. less

“I love you,” she said. “I’ve never been surer of anything in my entire life.”The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café, and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline... more“I love you,” she said. “I’ve never been surer of anything in my entire life.”The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café, and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline. The boarding house sits on the far side of the island, with limited resources including electricity supplied only by generator for a brief time during the early evening hours, with gasoline lanterns used at night. Everyone knows each other on the island and they all like to take care of each other as a community of neighbors.Mark has lived on the island his entire life. He is deeply committed to his community, helping all the visitors and residents off and onto the island. There is nothing he would change about his situation, except maybe having a loving partner by his side. Lanie seems like the perfect fit for him as they grow closer, but the arrival of some unwanted guests may halt their romance before it can even get off the ground.Lanie has a thirst to help others and is beginning to find her footing in a nonprofit organization across the lake from Dumont Island. Unfortunately, her decision to move in that direction is not one her entire family is on board with. Lanie has a big heart and a desire to do the right in everything she tries. While attempting to respect her family and their need to carry on the family business, she is torn by a heart-driven desire to help others. When both her worlds collide, she might lose her only chance at happiness.Will this couple connect in a way that supports their love as well as their devotion to family and the community?The Dumont Island Board House series is based upon Romans 12:12-16 (NIV). "Practice Hospitality," is the fifth book in this seven-book series. Download this clean romance book that will make you feel good about yourself and the world around you. less

“Honestly, I’m not asking for a lifetime commitment right now. I have to find a house, start a business, volunteer in the community, and all while I am trying not ruin the pre-teen I’ve got in my care.”The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved... more“Honestly, I’m not asking for a lifetime commitment right now. I have to find a house, start a business, volunteer in the community, and all while I am trying not ruin the pre-teen I’ve got in my care.”The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café, and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline. The boarding house sits on the far side of the island, with limited resources including electricity supplied only by generator for a brief time during the early evening hours, with gasoline lanterns used at night. Everyone knows each other on the island and they all like to take care of each other as a community of neighbors.Gordon has been missing his buddy Seth, who recently moved closer to Dumont to be with Raylynn. Seth, a lifelong friend, has been a support for Gordon after he had lost his wife to cancer a few years back. When Gordon arrives on the island, he finds the boarding house facing an uncertain winter after a tough accident, and by jumping in to help, he once again finds some purpose in his own life.Sarita came to Dumont expecting to stay for just a few weeks in order to give her grieving niece and herself some time to heal. When she receives a financial windfall while visiting, she begins to think that staying close to the people of Dumont Island might be best for both her and Allesandra . When Gordon arrives on the scene, she finds herself enthralled with the idea of a relationship with this amazing man.Will two broken hearts find a way to mend in time to celebrate the holidays?The Dumont Island Board House series is based upon Romans 12:12-16 (NIV). "Practice Hospitality," is the fourth book in this seven-book series. Download this clean romance book that will make you feel good about yourself and the world around you. less

Sometimes life can eclipse all your dreams, and when that happens, you owe it to yourself to try with everything you have to hold on tight and enjoy every moment.The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved... moreSometimes life can eclipse all your dreams, and when that happens, you owe it to yourself to try with everything you have to hold on tight and enjoy every moment.The Dumont Island Boarding House is located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is only accessible by car ferry. Most roads on the island are gravel, though the main road that travels down the middle of the island is paved. There are conveniences such as a general store, post office, souvenir shops, café, and a post office on the island, as well as a few cottages spaced along the amazing coastline. The boarding house sits on the far side of the island, with limited resources including electricity supplied only by generator for a brief time during the early evening hours, with gasoline lanterns used at night. Everyone knows each other on the island and they all like to take care of each other as a community of neighbors.Rolff has been harboring deep resentments toward his father for many years. Losing his mother was just the tip of the iceberg for him. His anger, the resentment from his family, and his poor decisions have only added to his deep seeded turmoil. Rolff hasn’t held a steady relationship his entire life, mostly because of the anger simmering deep inside. After he left Dumont Island this last time, though, something broke inside of him. Now, seeing pictures of his father’s recent nuptials online, he has made the hard decision, this Christmas, to travel back to the island and to ask for forgiveness. He hopes to learn to live in harmony with his father and his new extended family.Rose grew up the hard way and thought the big bad world outside of Dumont Island was a better option for her. Unfortunately, she didn’t make the best decisions about friendships and lived a life she was not proud of. Rose’s mental stability was accomplished through the peace of island life and her reconnection with her sister and children. Will her sister and children welcome her home after everything she has put them through?Christmas is a time of family, frivolity, and community on Dumont Island. This year though, not only will the community celebrate another amazing year, but two new people may bring the greatest gift of all this Christmas – peace and harmony. The Dumont Island Board House series is based upon Romans 12:12-16 (NIV). "Practice Hospitality," is the last book in this seven-book series. Download this clean romance book that will make you feel good about yourself and the world around you. less