The Beach House

By: Mary Alice Monroe

Narrated by: Mary Alice Monroe

Caretta Rutledge thought she’d left her Southern roots and troubled family far behind. But an unusual request from her mother – coming just as her own life is spinning out of control – has Cara heading back to the scenic Lowcountry of her childhood summers.

Before long, the rhythms of the island open her heart in wonderful ways as she repairs the family beach house, becomes a bona fide “turtle lady” and renews old acquaintances long thought lost. But it is in reconnecting with her mother that she will learn life’s most precious lessons – true love involves sacrifice, family is forever and the mistakes of the past can be forgiven.

©2002 Mary Alice Kruesi (P)2010 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

"Mary Alice Monroe is helping to redefine the beauty and magic of the Carolina Lowcountry. Every book she has written has felt like a homecoming to me.” (Pat Conroy)

Totally enjoyed this beachy book.

Having the author narrate this book seemed to give more meaning to the story. I learned a lot about the Loggerhead turtles which helped me understand how important it is to care and protect their nests. Very interesting story which hit home since my mother died in a similar way.

Great story

What a great story. The information about turtles was very fine.
The author ,narrator did a very good job of differentiation of the voices.

Beach House Review

Here is a very entertaining book about the beautiful low country natural wonders, intertwining a educational story regarding loggerhead turtles. The narration was very pleasing, keeping your interest involved, bringing laughter and tears at times. The southern values of people in the south are expressed and involves many heartfelt emotional discoveries. A great book to share.D.H. 3/12/19

Such a beautiful story! Loved it!

This is beautiful story of family struggles with past and a love story combined
worth the listen. The story was narrated beautifully and kept the story so interesting with each character in the book having their own unique voice. Great book!!!

Great read,

I'm planning to take the Echo tour this summer to the barrier Islands and Capers Island this comming summer.