Pearl Beach Series by Cindy Nichols

One missing shell. One quirky family. One chance to save the Shell Shop.Julia and her husband started the shell shop in the Florida Keys decades ago, before their now-grown children were born—he sold the rare shells he found on diving trips around the world and she raised their kids among the balmy breezes and waving palm trees.But John died in a diving accident and now it’s all up to Julia... moreOne missing shell. One quirky family. One chance to save the Shell Shop.Julia and her husband started the shell shop in the Florida Keys decades ago, before their now-grown children were born—he sold the rare shells he found on diving trips around the world and she raised their kids among the balmy breezes and waving palm trees.But John died in a diving accident and now it’s all up to Julia. Her adult kids are busy with their own lives, and Julia has to dig deep to figure out a way to keep the shop—and her home—afloat.When a world-famous shell collector expects a rare shell that her husband promised to deliver, can the Montgomery family rally together and figure out the method to John’s madness? Find the shell John died trying to find and keep the shop in business?Escape into this feel-good beach series. You’ll fall in love with the Montgomery family while you visit the warm sunny beaches of the Florida Keys!** Previously published under the author's pen name of Mia Alexander. ** less

Pearl Beach isn’t the same after the hurricane, and Julia and her best friend set about trying to salvage what they can of the library. It’s an all-hands-on deck moment, and they put their heads together with Coco—who has her own idea of how to help. A fiesta fundraiser is the plan, and the Montgomery family—and a surprise ally—need to help if there’s any chance of pulling it off.New information surfaces about the lost shell in Bermuda, and Julia has some help in tracking it down... morePearl Beach isn’t the same after the hurricane, and Julia and her best friend set about trying to salvage what they can of the library. It’s an all-hands-on deck moment, and they put their heads together with Coco—who has her own idea of how to help. A fiesta fundraiser is the plan, and the Montgomery family—and a surprise ally—need to help if there’s any chance of pulling it off.New information surfaces about the lost shell in Bermuda, and Julia has some help in tracking it down. But she’s not the only one who is after it, and it’s a race to see who will get to it first.**Previously published under my pen name, Mia Alexander.** less

A viral rumor. A rare turtle. A beach town bracing for impact.When word of a rare sea turtle sighting near Pearl Beach hits the airwaves, the quiet Florida town is suddenly thrust into the spotlight—and no one is more surprised than sisters-in-law Kelsey and Lanie, whose offhand comment sparked the frenzy.Reporters, tourists, and wildlife enthusiasts descend overnight, flooding Dillon and Owen’s eco-tour business while Julia watches from the Shell Shop with pride—and worry... moreA viral rumor. A rare turtle. A beach town bracing for impact.When word of a rare sea turtle sighting near Pearl Beach hits the airwaves, the quiet Florida town is suddenly thrust into the spotlight—and no one is more surprised than sisters-in-law Kelsey and Lanie, whose offhand comment sparked the frenzy.Reporters, tourists, and wildlife enthusiasts descend overnight, flooding Dillon and Owen’s eco-tour business while Julia watches from the Shell Shop with pride—and worry. She raised her kids to care for baby turtles and orphaned raccoons, but nothing prepared them for this kind of attention.As pressure builds and questions mount, the truth becomes murkier. Was there ever a rare turtle… or just a story too good not to believe?Now, the town must find a way to balance conservation and curiosity, fame and authenticity—and a quiet discovery by young Thomas may become the heart of it all.Return to Pearl Beach, where the wildlife is wild, the bonds run deep, and some miracles are meant to be shared… and others quietly kept.In Pearl Beach, you’ll find strong women at every stage of life, second chances when they matter most, and the kind of friendships that stand the test of time. The Shell Shop Series is filled with heartfelt stories, unforgettable characters, and the kind of small-town charm that makes you want to linger—and read the next one.The Shell Shop (Book 1)The Shell Shop Secrets (Book 2)The Shell Shop Showdown (Book 3)The Shell Shop Sidelined (Book 4)The Shell Shop Second Chances (Book 5)The Shell Shop Sanctuary (Book 6) less