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Annie Marlow, shaken by recent loss, finds refuge in the cottage by the sea that once hosted her joyous family holidays. There she meets Keaton, a generous local painter, and forms unexpected bonds with the reclusive landlord Mellie and the troubled teen Britt. As her broken spirit slowly heals, subtle threats to her newfound peace emerge. Faced with an irresistible opportunity, Annie must decide whether to pursue a promising future or stay with the people and place she has grown to love. The story follows her journey toward healing, friendship, and the choice between adventure and home.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Debbie Macomber
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