All That's Unspoken: Sunnydale Days Book 1

I actually didn't know about this book at first. I read a book later in the series "Family Reclaimed." I liked the characters so much and the setting, I wanted to read more about them. I kind of wish I would have started with this book because, while the other books stand alone quite well, reading them in order makes it easier to understand the characters and their motivation.This series will satisfy any romance readers need for sweet story, strong characters, interesting settings, and good writing. I highly recommend this and the rest of the books in the series.

I really thought this was a short but sweet book about second chances. I found the main characters to both be very likeable even though it did not work out the first time around. I really liked the pacing of the plot as well. The only issue I had is I would of liked it to be a bit longer.

A sweet second chance romance.Hailey and Nate’s story touches on the past, present and hopefully the future. Being high school sweethearts and heading off their separate ways to college. Both often wonder about the other. Things weren’t left on a good note. With Hailey in New York perusing her career and Nate living the small town life, neither expects the past to catch up to them when she comes home for the holidays.This was a fun book to read. It had some sweet romance and touches on some real issues. Not everything always goes as you plan. This book is all about that.The characters were great, and seeing how this is a first in the series, I can’t wait to read the second.4.5/5

A lovely romance about second chances. Hailey returns to her hometown and faces several dilemmas. Constance Phillips' portrayal of Hailey as she makes life changing decisions through her interactions with her family and Nate (the boy she suddenly left behind 8 years earlier) and his family, is heart felt and compassionate. Nate also is facing many decisions when Hailey comes back into his life, mainly regarding his daughter Lori whom he is very protective of. These two wonderfully depicted main characters rekindle their past feelings for each other, but is small hometown life enough for Hailey and can Nate open up his heart to someone who crushed it all those years ago? A beautifully written story for the sentimental romantic in all of us.

Really enjoyed it and can not wait to read rest of series....:) I just re read and still enjoyed it as much as I did the first time ....Love the home town feel and the characters ...I realize each book in series is gonna focus on different characters but would like a little more insight into them in each book.... this first one is all about Nate and Hayley but we don't really know too much about anyone else ... which is fine if the series is going to focus on everyone else one book at a time....Still loved it and am moving on to next one in series .

Overall rating:4This is an easy to read second chance romance. The characters are quite believable and the author writes a smooth sailing storyline. Although I could more or less figure out what was to come, this was still an entertaining short story. A book that definitely can inspire people to believe in second chances, or cement that second chances are just fantasy lol.

A sweet second chance romance that tugs at the heart. I enjoyed the characters and their story. The love between them was undeniable and their journey to find it even better.A must read for second chance romance lovers!

This was a sweet, second chance romance. Hailey and Nate liked each other in high school but didn't really pursue it until it was too late. They have a fling before Hailey leaves for college. Fast forward 8 years later and Hailey comes back home to make some decisions about her father. Nate is a single dad trying to afford horse therapy lessons for his special needs daughter.Sweet, easy to follow, and very likeable characters.

This is a fast-paced story that quickly pulled me and kept me glued to the pages. The characters are strong, complex, and likable. I really like the relationship between Nate and his daughter. This is the first book by this author I have read and it won’t be my last.I received a copy of this book from the auth r, my review has been voluntarily submitted.

Like so many young couples in high school with young love they take it and run but seeing things in a different way. Hailey wanted out of the small town life she lived. Nate just went with the flow knowing they would be together no matter what. One hot night of passion that last a life time doesn’t hold her back. She leaves town with no good bye, yes she loves him but he will not hold her back. Nate is devastated. Love is lost, ties are broken and their lives go in different directions. Nate left town to but with the hand he was dealt he wasn’t long before he came home. With Hailey back in town for family reasons they now come face to face. Will old love be enough to keep her in town this time or will she take off running again.There is something about second chance love that gets me right in the heart. I think most of us all wish at some point in our lives for that second chance to come our way. It seem faith knows what is best as we move on to our new life, new love, everything seems to turn out pretty good. But for the ones that get that second chance it is a powerful story that pulls us in giving us a smile and a feeling of peace. With Hailey coming home and see Nate again it makes her rethink her choices. With the pitfalls that have come her way it makes her take a look at the way things were and how they now are. What if she didn’t run how would their live have been today.A lot of thought went into the making of this story looking at things from all angles. It is beautifully written pulling the reader in. I had no trouble feeling the turmoil of each character, the pain and sorrow along with the what ifs. I love the role revisal with Nate being the single parent trying to do what is best for his daughter and Hailey being the driven one with a career. It is a very touching story of a father and daughter as well as old loves finding what the true meaning of love and family is all about. It is a story that reaches right in to your heart giving you sorrow, smiles and a feeling of peace as the story unfolds bring so much love and passion with it you feel it to your bones. I really enjoyed the twists and turns as things came to light. The author kept me hooked from start to finish with a delightful story that is a page turner.

This sweet, second-chances romance speaks of ordinary people in an ordinary small town with decisions to make and difficulties to overcome. Because of choices that she has made, Hailey returns to her home town hurting and disappointed with life in general, but also having to deal with a difficult family matter. It would seem to her that decisions have been taken out of her hands, magnifying the feeling that she is an outsider. When Nate hears that Hailey is back in Caseville, old wounds are reopened but despite his best intentions he cannot stay away from her. The fact that he has a small daughter who needs his protection is a motivating factor not to let Hailey back into his life, but the teenage attraction is as flammable as ever and when they clear the air between them, Nate and Hailey find they cannot avoid their connection. Once again decisions are made for Hailey and it is only when is faced with the hopes and dreams of her well-meaning family for her, that Hailey takes a firm hold of her life and makes her own choices. All That's Unspoken is a clean and enjoyable romance, one that can be read by almost anyone. The language flows smoothly and despite the fact that it is part of a series, it is a stand-alone. I enjoyed all the characters in the book and the fact that despite their differences, they stood together and sought the best for one another. I received a copy of this book as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.

What a surprise that this book takes place in Michigan.I have vacationed in Caseville, and been to some of the places in the book.A light romance story, well written.

As soon as I started reading this book it reminded me of growing up in the South...which is funny since it is not based in the South at all. But it has that down home feel.Hailey and Nate knew each other in high school. They both liked each other but were afraid to act on it until the end right before Hailey was ready to go off to college. Not all off to college at a FULL RiDE at NY University. One night with Nate at the start of the summer would she spend the summer with him before she goes off to College???Years pass and we meet up with Hailey when she back home for the holidays and to talk about her Dad who her siblings want to put into a home. We also get to visit with Nate and his daughter Lori, Nate's sister Anne lives with them as well.I love this story. Coming home and fighting back not just these folks but also Hailey and her family as well. This story really touched home.

Lovely romance between Hailey and Nate. All about second chances. I thoroughly enjoyed it.What was REALLY annoying though was the constant reference throughout the book that it was an ARC and not for distribution. I have never come across this before with all the books that I read and review. Also found the same problem in book 2.I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book

Sweet, plug and play romance. Easy to follow with interesting characters and believable dialogue.“It’s not all about the money! Money won’t bring my mom back. It won’t repair my father’s mind. I’ll be dam@ if I let it come between you and me.”No desire to re-read this short story.

All That’s Unspoken is a story of rekindled love and second chances. But, there are so many other aspects of this story that really spoke to me and kept me turning pages to see what happens next.Hailey is the strong female main character. She’s independent, career driven, and loves her family. Nate, our hero, selflessly gave up his career and personal goals to become a single parent. He now runs a diner in small-town Michigan and will do anything for his special needs daughter. Hailey and Nate had a quick but intense fling when they were teenagers. Eight years later, Hailey returns home for Christmas to spend time with her ailing father. Neither Hailey nor Nate ever forgot about each other, but now that they’re older, life has become much more complicated. Hailey has to make some tough decisions about putting her father in a long term care facility and Nate has to figure out how he can afford to keep his daughter in horse therapy lessons.All That’s Unspoken subtly portrays male/female role reversal. The author has given the strong career driven role to Hailey and the struggling single parent role to Nate. This switch from the typical romance storyline was such a nice surprise and I loved it! The novel was well written, engaging, and heartfelt. Five stars.

When Hailey and Nate first hook up it's right after the end of senior year. It must have been a pretty magical first time... because they both can see it changing their lives. Only, Nate thinks of being flexible... he could go to college in NY with her, or she could go with him, or they'll have the summer romance of a lifetime and figure it all out (ahhh teenagers... life is all sunshine and roses, fearless, ready to conquer anything). Hailey also thinks her strong immediate feelings for Nate could change her plans... only she's dying to get out of small town Michigan... and runs to NY the morning after so she won't let her feelings hold her back (ahhhh teenagers... short sighted, unthinking, horrible communicators.). Hailey doesn't say a word to Nate... and she doesn't give him a chance to talk to her. Ties are cut. Life moves on. But, life leads Hailey back home. And home makes Hailey realize what she's missed. Who knew one real date and one night of sex in the back of a pick up could leave 8 years worth of memory and regret?Seniors in high school have NO CLUE. Heck, seniors in college tend to have no clue. Do adults even have a clue 1/2 the time? This is really a story of figuring out what is important in life. It takes Hailey 8 years, her mother dying, her father's health declining, and job loss to finally realize life is short... and there are more important things than a high paying job in the city. Sometimes you have to give up to win. And then Nate. While Hailey, and then Lori's mother, left him broken... what a man he has become. All it took was Lori to make him realize what was important in life. Is anything hotter than a single father who is an amazing dad? His relationship with his daughter kind of turned me into a puddle.I'm happy the next book in the series focuses on Nate's sister Anna... since I'm sure it means we'll get a little peek at what happens with Hailey and Nate.

very well written, takes you to the actual place of the characters. I feel that I was there with the characters.

I absolutely loved this story. Mistakes made,love lost, love rediscovered, . A true love story that I would recommend to anyone. The fact that it based in Michigan was a bonus. Constance wrote a wonderful story for all to enjoy.

I enjoyed this book and would recommend this book to anyone who likes romance stories. I liked that it took place in Caseville Michigan, a place where we have lived. IT was very well written.