Lowcountry Lost

Written by T.I. Lowe

Narrated by Zura Johnson

SOMETIMES WHAT HAUNTS YOU. MOST IS WONDERING WHAT COULD HAVE BEEN …
Avalee Elvis prides herself with being able to fix just about anything … except her past.
Unable to put the puzzle of her life together, she pours heart and soul into making
neglected places whole again. As the owner of Lowcountry Lost, Avalee spends her days in
hot-pink Carhartt overalls and a tool belt reclaiming Lowcountry properties. Making them
beautiful again releases the deep sigh that soothes the hurt she holds.
Avalee’s latest project takes her to tiny Somewhere, South Carolina, a long-abandoned
town. She ignores its ghostly folklore but can’t miss the shock of hearing the familiar Irish
brogue that materializes on the job site—the voice of the man she never wanted to see
again.
Rowan Murray is a structural engineer hired by investors to oversee the redevelopment of
the quaint downtown Avalee is bringing back to life. Once upon a time, he was also the
man who knew Avalee better than anyone else—or so he thought. Six years ago, neither of
them was prepared for the tragedy they would face together or what would happen in its
wake. But as they work together to complete the rehabbing of Somewhere, their broken
pieces and the pain that nearly consumed them begin to lose its grip, and both begin to
wonder if it’s not too late for a restoration of their own.
From the author of the breakout Southern fiction bestseller Under the Magnolias comes a
story of loss and abandonment, forgiveness, and the beauty of undying love.
"An impeccably researched, emotionally compelling new novel."—Marybeth Mayhew
Whalen, author of Every Moment Since, on Lowcountry Lost

• Language: English
• Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc.
• Release date: Oct 22, 2024
• ISBN: 9798892749985

Reviews for Lowcountry Lost

[fredreeca · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This story is full of great characters and gives you all kinds of emotions.

Avalee’s latest project takes her to tiny Somewhere, South Carolina, a long-abandoned town. This is where she runs into her ex husband, Rowan. He is a structural engineer hired by the investors. This throws a kink into Avalee’s life and brings back all of her bad memories of the lost.

Avalee has struggled in her life with her many miscarriages. So to see her ex husband has brought back all that they went through. But, this may just be what she needs to finally heal.

I found this tale sweet and delightful. There were places that I felt were a bit monotonous but this is minor.

The narrator, Zura Johnson, is new to me. I will be on the look out for more!

Need a sweet, enjoyable read…THIS IS IT! Grab your copy today.

I received this novel from the publisher for a honest review.

[eccl-3 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Lowcountry Lost, by T. I. Lowe is an amazing contemporary Christian fiction story. This is a nicely written story that grabbed my attention right away and held it to the very end. I enjoy reading stories of rebuilding and making something old new. This story fits that description perfectly. As Avalee and her crew make an old abandoned town into a new town filled with fun stores and businesses, she and her ex husband struggle to repair their relationship after experiencing terrible loss.

I enjoyed the many different characters in the story. I enjoyed the humor the brothers brought to the story yet how caring the whole crew were for each other. I also enjoyed how loyal Rowan was to her and how he was there for her when he knew she needed him. I especially enjoyed the wisdom of her older relative. This is a wonderful story of loss, moving forward and second chances, not only for Avalee and Rowan but also for the two young boys they help out and the town they rebuild.

I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this story, this is my honest review.

[sbmc-1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

"Our traumas and losses might have different patterns, and different stitches of life held them together, but in the end, all of them still formed pain."

This is actually my first TI Lowe book and I am completely astounded. How have I not read her books before? The author has found herself another fan and I need to start blazing through her backlist ASAP. The premise of two estranged lovers with a tragic past and a possibility for reconciliation is reminiscent of Denise Hunter and Rachel Hauck's stories - so fans of these authors will appreciate this book. It has it all - terrible heartache and ashes of loss and regret, hope blossoming into redemption and remembrance, everyday faith lessons, patient and steadfast love that endures space and time and mistakes, and discovery of what family means. I cried sad ugly tears and happy tears as Avalee and Rowan demoed a forgotten town to revitalize and beautify it while letting God do the same with their hearts and souls.

Avalee's first person voice was spunky, snarky, raw, tender, and oftentimes heartbreaking. Avalee was the sole narrator of the story so Rowan's beautiful character was portrayed through his words and actions as well as Avalee's memories of him. Oh, Rowan is one unforgettable hero, full of confidence, ability, mischief, tenderness, thoughtfulness, and unshakable love for Avalee. Their shared pain was so real and tangible; the author did a great job approaching a sensitive topic with respect and honesty. I also loved Avalee's grandma Maudie, her business partner Desmond, and the whole host of secondary characters making up the construction crew.

If you enjoy uplifting contemporary romance, you will definitely want to pick up this book. I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Tyndale Fiction via Interviews and Reviews and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own.

[ladyharris · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Lowcountry Lost, a beautifully written emotional story about forgiveness, and second chances. T. I. Lowe, dealing with some very heavy topics, which she handled with grace and sensitivity, kept me engaged throughout this touching, romantic, tragic story with a sprinkling of humorous moments.

Lowe, penned another exquisite story that will pull at your heartstrings. With her imperfect, relatable characters, that one cannot help but fall in love with, and knack for creating a scene that is so realistic you could touch it, readers will have a hard time leaving Somewhere, South Carolina when this story comes to an end. Lowe surrounded her two main characters with a great cast of minor characters in this book, a grandmother, various contractors working on the job, a young homeless boy, and a mischievous dog. One cannot help but cheer for all of the characters in this story as you read it.

Having personally gone through some of the same experiences as Avalee, I was able to relate with this character like no other in my lifetime. Feeling every emotion right along with her was not only heart wrenching but healing too. Lowe brought out long suppressed emotions, and by doing so, actually helped me finally deal with them in a positive light. Avalee spends her days renovating neglected properties, and sleepless nights reliving the worst days of her life until her estranged ex-husband of six years, Rowen, turns her world upside down. Rowan, nicknamed Rowdy by Maudie, Avalee’s eccentric grandmother who raised her, is a structural engineer brought in by the investors of the project. Avalee begrudgingly working with Rowen discovers that he too went through the same heartbreak as her, but more so as he lost her as well. Together will they repair their relationship or continue as separate ghost towns after they renovate this one? Can Rowen convince Avalee to forgive herself so she can begin to heal?

Lowe, in her remarkable way, reminded me that no-one is ever alone as God is always there if we open our hearts to him. She also reminded me that through faith and love we can find healing and happiness even when the worst situations possible are thrown into our path. I have read all of T. I. Lowe’s wonderful contemporary Christian romance books, and in my opinion, Lowcountry Lost is her best writing to date.

A complimentary copy of this book was provided by Bethany House via Net Galley through Interviews & Reviews. I was not obligated to write a favorable review, and all opinions are my own.