Fun book. It opens as Aidan, who owns the successful construction company building the new baseball training facility, and his girlfriend wander the Psychic Festival on the pier at Barefoot William. Lily wants to know what's in store for their relationship, while Aidan knows exactly where it's going - and it isn't the altar. When Lily settles on a psychic, neither she nor Aidan expects the reading they received. In a great scene, the psychic opened Aidan's eyes, then disappeared before he discovered she was an imposter. Determined to confront her, Aidan sets off in hot pursuit, eventually catching up with her.

Jillie arrived in Barefoot William a few days before she starts work. As the Community Liaison for the Richmond Rogues, it's her job to drum up support for the team while their new spring training facility is built. On her first day in town, she explores the place she'll live for the following year. While resting her feet at an empty table, she couldn't resist the chance to have a little fun and save Aidan from disaster at the same time. But while she knows who he is, he has no idea that they'll soon work together.

I enjoyed the first meeting between Jillie and Aidan. The sparks flew between them from the start, though not all of them were pleasant. Jillie tends to bend or stretch the truth on occasion, while Aidan is a straight shooter. Jillie's revelations were a slight blow to Aidan's pride though he wouldn't admit it. Jillie felt a little guilty, but having been on the receiving end of a similar situation, she thought Aidan should know sooner rather than later. When they meet again, once Aidan gets over his anger at the deception and learns of their connection, he wants to get to know her better. Jillie is a little gun shy, having just ended a relationship.

I liked watching Jillie and Aidan get to know each other. Aidan is a nice guy, confident, and well-known for his kindness. He's close to his family and protective of them. Jillie is fun and free-spirited, but she has trouble trusting in others' ability to commit, thanks to childhood baggage. I enjoyed watching Aidan show Jillie around his town and work his way past her walls with the help of his dog, Sadie. He quickly realizes that he more than likes her but tries to be patient with her fears. Jillie's feelings for Aidan are just as strong, but she has trouble believing that he's in it for the long haul. When she freaks out over those feelings, it takes patience on Aidan's part and some advice from her friend Carrie to help her past her fears. I liked Jillie's courage in facing her fears and confessing her feelings to Aidan.

I loved seeing Jillie settle into life in Barefoot William. She is very much a people person, and there were some terrific scenes of her doing her job around the town. I thoroughly enjoyed the Rogues vs. town softball game and how Jillie made it work. Aidan had an amusing flare-up of jealousy regarding one of the Rogues players, and I laughed out loud at the resolution of that incident. She showed her creative bent with community relations with an exciting idea involving the facility's sidewalk. I hope to see more of her and Aidan in future books.

There was a secondary romance between Jillie's friend and coworker Carrie, and Aidan's second-in-command, Mike. Mike is a rough around the edges guy who is bitter about how his baseball dreams ended. He tends to be snide and sarcastic when he isn't comfortable. This attitude is front and center when Mike and Carrie meet, making some very obnoxious remarks to and about her. A victim of severe abuse as a child, Carrie came out the other side with a surprisingly good attitude. However, she does have some self-esteem issues, which make her wary of Mike's interest. I liked seeing them first become friends. Mike turns out to be surprisingly sweet and protective, and I enjoyed seeing him do little things to make her life easier. It didn't take long for attraction to blossom, and deeper feelings quickly followed. Mike's life takes a surprising twist, and I liked Carrie's effect on how he viewed it. I liked the ending of their story.

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I’ve been reading Kate Angell for a couple of years now. The first one I read was a freebie, Strike Zone, Richmond Rogues #3, which I liked so well that I’ve kept up with the series, purchasing each new one with glee. They are fun reads, with strong men and stronger women.

In Barefoot Williams, Kate created a place I want to go visit, maybe move to myself. The family atmosphere, fun activities and people sound like so much fun. This installment brings both series together, because the Richmond Rogues are moving to a new spring training facility being built in Barefoot William. I really want to vacation there, now. Having read all the books so far; it was quite enjoyable to touch base with characters from Psycho, Reid, Duane, and Sophie. There was plenty of back story if you aren’t familiar, but not too much to be annoying if you are able to remember. If you’ve read the others – you’ll definitely want to read this one, and if you haven’t read the others – this is a good starting place for both Barefoot William Beach and Richmond Rogues.

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What a great book!! So happy to travel back to Barefoot William. I adore the easy flowing writing style of Kate Angell and the way she ties her two series together is brilliant. All the secondary character are fun and add great depth to her storytelling. This is one that should be at the top of any summer reading list. ( )

I felt an immediate connection to newfound author, Kate Angell, and fellow Floridan, in Southwest, Florida (loved her bio as sounds as though she loves life and her passion is reflective in her work).

As I reside on the Southeast Florida coast, always enjoy traveling to the west side of the state, whether a road trip for the weekend via car to charming areas Siesta Key, Sarasota, Naples or Tampa. Or, frequently, when I do not have the time to make the drive across the state, I enjoy being transported, via a good read to the area. The lives and the people are always different on both sides of Florida (when you are an insider-you know).

The novel opens in a charming beachside town in Florida - Barefoot William, with wealthy and sexy, Aidan Cates at a Psychic Fair along the boardwalk with his date Lila. (I love astrology, and my favorite thing to do – a tarot card reading)--my last one in New Orleans most definitely came true). So immediately was pulled in, along with the stunning front cover.

Aidan, a skeptic who happens to be with Lila at the fair, when Lila suggests a reading (she wants to be married) and he is not interested. They sit down at a table thinking they are getting a reading with psychic, Aeries Martine. Aidan is indeed shocked when the psychic informs Lila she is in love with Roger (her boss and owner at Sleek Magazine, a confirmed bachelor), and she is using Aidan to make him jealous. She thought if she dated someone equally as wealthy and handsome as Roger that she would get his attention-however, her little plan backfired. Of course, Aidan is relieved, as he gives him the opportunity to break free as he is not ready for marriage. On the other hand, Lila’s little secret comes out and she has neither man.

Another surprise, the gal giving the reading is not Aerie. The imposter is none other than impulsive, Jillian Mac! Wow, twice deceived in one day- how did she know about this deception? This is only the beginning of fun for Jill and sexy, Aidan.

For sure, Jill captures Aidan’s attention- he is intrigued, begins his pursuit, and the sparks continue. Jill Mac and her friend Carrie (works for Jillian) happen to be in Florida to build fan support for the Rogues’ new spring training facility, which will be built by handsome Aidan Cates, successful contractor and part of the family that runs the town.

With two unlikely couples, different pasts (also another match going on between Carrie and Aidan’s second in command, Mike and evidently characters from previous books, which I have not read), with lots of twists--this could be a standalone; however, would like to read the earlier books in the series to connect with all the characters.

With lots of Florida sunshine, long summer nights of romance and humor, a lighthearted fun read for spring and lazy summer days on the beach! http://judithdcollins.booklikes.com/post/866638/onsunshinewhenshesgone

A special thank you to Kensington Books and NetGalley for providing an ARC, in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.
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