Contemporary Romance and Women's Fiction
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune
Every Summer After by Carley Fortune
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Every Summer After by Carley Fortune
Summoned back to her cherished Barry's Bay haven, Percy finds herself once again face-to-face with Sam, the man who broke her heart a decade ago. Their reunion reignites unresolved feelings and unearths memories of six idyllic summers, forcing Percy to confront the painful truth behind their devastating separation. As Percy relives sun-kissed days and starlit nights, she wrestles with the enduring power of first love and the intoxicating allure of second chances. Will they find redemption amidst the wreckage of their shared past, or will the ghosts of summers past forever haunt their future? This evocative novel of lost love and second chances will resonate deeply with fans of women's fiction, contemporary romance, and emotional love stories.
Why You’ll Love This Book
Explore the complexities of love, loss, and forgiveness with Percy and Sam as they navigate the turbulent waters of their shared history. Return to the shores of Barry's Bay and experience the bittersweet nostalgia of summers past and present. This emotionally resonant story of enduring love and the possibility of second chances will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
Book Details
Book Details
ISBN: 9780593438534
Binding: Paperback
Pub Date:
Publisher: Berkley
Pages: 307
Author:
- Carley Fortune
Language: English
Curator's Note:
Fortune relies on the heavy nostalgia of lakeside summers to explore the fallout of a teenage breakup a decade after the fact. The dual-timeline structure allows the reader to experience the height of first love alongside the messy, adult reality of seeking forgiveness. It is a poignant, evocative pick for fans of contemporary women's fiction and deeply emotional second-chance narratives.
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