Five summers to fall in love, one moment to fall apart, and a weekend to get it right. A magazine writer faces a pivotal choice upon returning to her childhood lake and the man she thought she’d lost forever. For Persephone Fraser, the saying "you can never go home again" resonates deeply, especially after the mistake that altered her life a decade ago. Instead of enjoying summers by the lake, she now spends her days in a stylish city apartment, socializing while keeping her heart at a distance. A sudden call brings her back to Barry's Bay and into the life of Sam Florek. Their five summers together were filled with lazy afternoons on the water, evenings in his family restaurant, and shared moments over medical textbooks and horror stories. Their friendship blossomed into something beautiful before it fell apart. Returning for Sam's mother's funeral reignites their undeniable connection, forcing Percy to confront her past decisions and the self-imposed punishment that followed. She must decide if their love can transcend the mistakes that have haunted them. Spanning five years and one weekend, this story explores love and the enduring impact of choices on our lives.
Carley Fortune Books







PRE-ORDER NOW! Experience a glorious new escape from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of EVERY SUMMER AFTER and MEET ME AT THE LAKE, Carley Fortune. This summer, promises will be kept, and temptation resisted. Lucy first met Felix while vacationing on Prince Edward Island, where he introduced her to more than just the beaches. However, upon learning he is her best friend Bridget's brother, their passionate encounter should have faded into memory. Each summer, Lucy vows to avoid Felix, but this year is different. With Bridget facing a significant crisis, Lucy returns to the island for one last trip. Felix’s playful charm has evolved into something deeper, leaving Lucy questioning the safety of her heart. Praise for Carley Fortune includes accolades from bestselling authors, highlighting her ability to create dreamy, sexy narratives that tug at the heartstrings. Readers can expect a rich story of friendship, love, and the complexities of second chances. Prepare for an emotional journey filled with moments that will make you cry, swoon, and cheer. This captivating tale promises to leave you breathless, reminding us that the future we envision may not unfold as we expect.
"A random connection sends two strangers on a daylong adventure where they make a promise one keeps and the other breaks, with life-changing effects, in this breathtaking new novel from the New York Times and #1 Globe and Mail bestselling author of Every Summer After. Fern Brookbanks has wasted far too much of her adult life thinking about Will Baxter. She spent just twenty-four hours in her early twenties with the aggravatingly attractive, idealistic artist, a chance encounter that spiraled into a daylong adventure in Toronto. The timing was wrong, but their connection was undeniable: they shared every secret, every dream, and made a pact to meet one year later. Fern showed up. Will didn't. At thirty-two, Fern's life doesn't look at all how she once imagined it would. Instead of living in the city, Fern's back home, running her mother's Muskoka lakeside resort-something she vowed never to do. The place is in disarray, her ex-boyfriend's the manager, and Fern doesn't know where to begin. She needs a plan-a lifeline. To her surprise, it comes in the form of Will, who arrives nine years too late, with a suitcase in tow and an offer to help on his lips. Will may be the only person who understands what Fern's going through. But how could she possibly trust this expensive-suit wearing mirage who seems nothing like the young man she met all those years ago. Will is hiding something, and Fern's not sure she wants to know what it is. But ten years ago, Will Baxter rescued Fern. Can she do the same for him?"-- Provided by publisher
One Golden Summer
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Set against the serene backdrop of a lake, this novel offers a refreshing escape filled with emotional depth and captivating storytelling. The author, a #1 New York Times bestseller, weaves a tale that explores themes of love, healing, and self-discovery. Readers can expect a journey that intertwines personal growth with the beauty of nature, creating a perfect blend of romance and introspection.
Diesen Sommer werden sie ihr Versprechen halten. Diesen Sommer werden sie der Versuchung nicht nachgeben. Dieser Sommer wird anders sein. Sonnendurchflutete Buchten, rostfarbene Klippen, wogendes Dünengras. Normalerweise löst der Anblick von Prince Edward Island Glücksgefühle in Lucy aus. Doch diesmal ist sie notgedrungen ihrer besten Freundin gefolgt, die neun Tage vor ihrer Hochzeit auf die kanadische Insel geflüchtet ist. Lucys Mission steht fest: Bridget durch die Krise helfen und sie so schnell wie möglich zurück nach Toronto bringen. Und Bridgets Bruder Felix nicht zu nahe kommen. Doch als sie das erste Mal wieder in seine gletscherblauen Augen blickt, schwindet plötzlich ihre Willenskraft. Lucy wird von Erinnerungen überfallen, bei denen ihr heiß wird: an sonnige Tage am Strand und leidenschaftliche Nächte. An Felix‘ Grübchen und die magisch wirkende Anziehungskraft zwischen ihnen. Und an ein Versprechen, das sie geschworen hat, um jeden Preis zu halten. Lucys Entschluss steht fest: Dieser Sommer wird anders. Diesen Sommer werden sie und Felix der Versuchung widerstehen. Wollen Sie noch mehr Sehnsucht, Sonnenschein und Nostalgie von der Bestsellerautorin? Lesen Sie auch »Fünf Sommer mit dir« und »Nächsten Sommer am See«!