A review by mjhpjansen
‎ Because You Loved Me by Beth Moran

4.0

Marion Miller grew up in Northern Ireland and didn't have an easy childhood. Her father died when she was little and her mother got stuck in grief. Looking for a fresh start she sets out for England to find out more about her father's mysterious past. Because of the tense family relations, she also hopes to find family that are like her father was.
In England Marion soon finds out what it means to find a home with Scarlett Obermann, who is a welcoming lovely woman that makes everyone feel right at home and like they belong. She runs a holiday park in Sherwood Forest with her daughter Grace, and welcomes Marion with open arms.
Marion slowly blossoms, as she is trying to find out more about her father and develops a crush on Reuben, the son of the Lord of the Manor. Unfortunately the past is not quite over and Scarlett has to deal with tragedy of her own. Now it's Marion’s turn to take care of everyone because her new found friends are the family she always needed.

The most important lesson anyone can learn is that you are good enough. Find yourself and be happy with who you are. This positive lesson can be found in the pages of this book. Along with heart-warming characters, a strong plot and sweet romance, it's the friendship and strong bonds that are most lovable in this story. I never read anything by Beth Moran but I will be sure to look for more. The story is very well-written, built with different layers that will keep you reading and engaged. It provides enough depth and the characters have enough room to develop and learn things. They are very real and you can relate to them. People with real challenges and real life problems to overcome. You will be rooting for them from the start. I just loved Scarlett so much! Marion could be a friend of mine, I was so hoping she would find her way. This story is uplifting and heartwarming. Real feelgood and relatable.