Stealing Magnolias

Title: Stealing Magnolias

Series: Magnolia Bluff #1

Author: Leslie Kirby DeVooght

Narrator: Julie Rogers

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I absolutely adored this story! 

Wren is so sweet and other-focused, almost to her detriment! I did get annoyed with her, but mostly because you understand her heart, but want to see her happy as well. 

I loved the challenges Wren's grandmother has her complete before she can get her inheritance. They are fun and unique (never read anything like it before). This story finds the perfect balance of grief/light-hearted moments, making it an enjoyable read (and not heavy), which is exactly what I needed.

While Stealing Magnolias is Leslie Kirby DeVooght's debut novel, she hit it out of the park. She writes like a seasoned author, and I look forward to reading more from her. I enjoyed the audio narration of this story.

★★★★/5

Synopsis (Goodreads):  

When Wren Frazier heads south to honor her grandmother’s final wish, she finds five unexpected challenges, one grumpy (but handsome) neighbor, and maybe—herself.

Although an artist, Wren packed away her brushes and paints and sought a practical career as an interior designer in Chicago. She’s always put herself last, happy to please everyone around her. But with a team of dedicated co-workers and a small town of quirky characters supporting her, she’s forced to give herself a little attention. As her artistic heart starts to awaken, Wren finds herself rediscovering the joy of creation and living authentically.

But while she’s exploring the enchanting Georgia Low Country, creating beautiful paintings, and taking a chance on love, she uncovers a secret that shakes the foundation of her newfound happiness. With the revelation threatening to ruin the delicate balance Wren has only begun to realize, will she give up her fairytale and return to her reality?

Book 1 in the Magnolia Bluff series. Love is always blooming at Magnolia Bluff!