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Description: Cecilia Lapthorne always vowed she’d never go back to Dune Cottage. So no one is more surprised than Cecilia to find herself escaping her own seventieth birthday party to return to the remote but beautiful cottage on Cape Cod—a place filled with memories. Some are good—especially memories of the early days with her husband, volatile artist Cameron, before his fame eclipsed their marriage. But then there are the memories she has revealed to no one. Especially not her daughter, Kristen, who hero-worshipped her father.
For aspiring artist Lily, Dune Cottage has been a refuge, albeit an illicit one. After dropping out of medical school, she’s cleaning houses on the Cape to get by, guilt-ridden for disappointing her parents. Unoccupied for years, the cottage seemed the perfect place to hide away and lick her wounds—until Cecilia unexpectedly arrives. Despite an awkward beginning, Lily accepts Cecilia’s invitation to stay on as her guest, and a flicker of kinship ignites.
Then Cecilia’s grandson, Todd—and Lily’s unrequited crush—shows up, sending a shock wave through their unlikely friendship. Will it inspire Lily to find the courage to live the life she wants? Can Cecilia finally let go of the past to find a new future? Because as surely as the tide erases past footprints, this summer is offering both Cecilia and Lily the chance to swap old dreams for new…
Genre: Romance - Contemporary
Why I Picked This Book: I've enjoyed other books by this author and this sounded like a good read.
My Impression: After a slightly slow start I absolutely fell in love with this book. At the very beginning all of the characters are at a bit of a watershed moment. They're all facing down things that aren't quite what they seem and decisions that have consequences.
Why I Picked This Book: I've enjoyed other books by this author and this sounded like a good read.
My Impression: After a slightly slow start I absolutely fell in love with this book. At the very beginning all of the characters are at a bit of a watershed moment. They're all facing down things that aren't quite what they seem and decisions that have consequences.
I loved all the characters and watching them learn to figure out what they want and in some cases find their voice. Normally in a book with an ensemble cast there are some stories I like more than others and some characters I don't really care for. I didn't find that to be the case for this book. I really enjoyed each story and could identify with each of the characters.
This was a bit of a predictible romance but it was so cozy and heartfelt with likable characters that deserve happy endings that I thoroughly enjoyed it from beginning to end. Sarah Morgan may become my go to comfort reading author.
Would I Read More of this Series/Author? Absolutely! I have absolutely loved her last few books and can't wait to read more from her.
Would I Recommend this Book? If you are looking for a sweet comforting read with characters you can root for this is great choice.
* I received this book in exchange for an honest review. As always my opinions and impressions are completely my own. *
Would I Recommend this Book? If you are looking for a sweet comforting read with characters you can root for this is great choice.
* I received this book in exchange for an honest review. As always my opinions and impressions are completely my own. *
I love the cover, it's one of those which would have me pick it up just to see what it's about.
ReplyDeleteI read my first book by this author last year and loved it.
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This sounds like such a sweet, low-drama story - perfect for a summertime read! Sometimes I don't even mind predictable if I'm enjoying the characters and the story.
ReplyDeleteI love that cover so much! And the story sounds delightful. A perfect summer read. :D
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