Book Review: Meet Me at The Grand
Today, I’m participating in a book review tour for Meet Me at The Grand, a contemporary Christian romance novel by Lindsay Harrel. It is Book 1 of the Jonathon Island series from Sunrise Publishing. It was released on April 22, 2025.
Disclosure: I voluntarily received a complimentary ebook from the publisher as part of JustRead publicity tours. All views expressed are my own. This post includes Amazon affiliate links.
My Review
Meet Me at The Grand is a sweet romance novel set on an aging resort island in Michigan. Dani’s family legacy is tied to the island, specifically the ruins of a majestic old hotel, so she is desperate to find a way to save it. Enter Liam, an upscale hotel developer with ideas that are the exact opposite of Dani’s. And of course, that’s where the romance comes in.
Meet Me at the Grand is a fun summer read (though it’s set in the springtime, so go ahead and jump right in now) with all the swoony vibes romance readers love. It might even be what some call “a kissing book.” I noticed a whole lotta kissin’ goin’ on over there in the old gazebo.
It’s a fun introduction to a new small-town romance series by various authors from Sunrise Publishing.
From the Publisher
She’s fighting to save her island’s legacy. He’s here to secure his family’s future. When their worlds collide, will they build something lasting—or tear each other apart?
Dani Sullivan is determined to revive Jonathon Island’s fading charm and reunite her fractured family. Her plan? Reopen the Grand Sullivan Hotel, a once-impressive landmark that’s been in disrepair for a decade. But without the funds to restore the hotel, Dani’s forced to accept help from Liam Stone—a big-city hotel developer whose sleek, modern vision is everything she’s trying to avoid.
Liam has never been one for small towns or rundown hotels, but this project isn’t just any job. His father’s health is declining, and if Liam can prove himself by turning the hotel around, he’ll finally earn the chance to take over the business so his dad can retire. But Jonathon Island is far from the high-end luxury projects he’s used to, and Dani’s fierce dedication to preserving its history clashes with everything Liam stands for.
As they battle over the future of the Grand, Liam starts to see Jonathon Island as more than just another project—it feels like the home he’s never had. But with his responsibilities pulling him back to Los Angeles, can he really stay? And can Dani trust him with her dream—and her heart?
A lot rides on the success of this project, but when emotions run high, will Dani and Liam find a way to work together—or will their differences tear them apart?
On Jonathon Island, love and loyalty are the ultimate balancing act.
About the Author
Lindsay Harrel is a lifelong book nerd who lives in Arizona with her husband and kids. She’s held a variety of professional jobs over the years, and now juggles school volunteering with being an author and editor. When she’s not writing or keeping up with her children, Lindsay enjoys making a fool of herself at Zumba, curling up with anything by Jane Austen, and savoring sour candy one piece at a time.
Connect with Lindsay by visiting LindsayHarrel.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.
Also, I interviewed Lindsay several years ago. You can read my interview here.
Tour Giveaway
Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight May 14, 2025 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on May 21, 2025. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. Paperback US only. Ebook available for international. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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