Books like A Summer Affair by Elin Hilderbrand
Claire Danner Crispin, a devoted mother of four and nationally recognized glassblower, takes on the challenge of co‑chairing Nantucket’s Children Summer Gala. Driven to secure the event’s success, she promises a high‑profile museum‑quality glass piece, delegates catering to a close friend, and faces tension with her Manhattan‑based co‑chair. As the gala’s star, rock‑star Max West, returns to Nantucket, romantic sparks flare, and Claire’s relationship with Executive Director Lockhart Dixon deepens, forcing her to confront past love, present responsibilities, and the pressures of high‑profile charity work. The story explores the complexities of love, family, and ambition in contemporary women’s lives.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Elin Hilderbrand
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