She’s convinced love belongs in her memories.
He’s certain his second chance already came and went.
But Gull Island has other plans.
Widowed business owner Annie Lawson lives a full life running her shop, raising her young son, and keeping her heart carefully guarded. Letting someone in again isn’t on her to-do list. But when the cottage next door fills with a bestselling author and single dad carrying more regret than momentum, the rhythms of her predictable life begin to shift.
Cal Carter comes to Gull Island to escape a painful divorce, rediscover his writing voice, and rebuild trust with his teenage daughter. What he doesn’t expect is a neighbor whose warmth slips past his defenses and makes him question the future he thought was settled.
Between sea turtle nests, summer storms, and twilight talks, Annie and Cal drift closer than either intended until a long-buried truth from Cal’s past asks them to risk what they’ve worked hard to protect.
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This book is about second chances, healing, and rediscovering love in the charming seaside town of Gull Island. Inthis book, we follow Annie, a widowed shop owner devoted to her son and family business, and Cal Carter, an author struggling with writer’s block, divorce, and reconnecting with his teenage daughter. When their lives intertwine, friendship slowly blooms into something deeper—though grief, secrets, and lingering fears threaten their fragile happiness.
This novel shines through its warm, small-town atmosphere and strong sense of community. Gull Island feels alive with supportive neighbours, cosy traditions, and meaningful friendships that add depth and comfort to the story. Annie and Cal are instantly lovable, and their emotional journeys feel authentic and heartfelt. Their banter sparkles, their chemistry grows naturally, and their shared moments feel tender without ever becoming overly dramatic.
More than a romance, this story celebrates resilience, family bonds, and the courage to open your heart again after loss. Gentle, uplifting, and full of seaside charm, it’s the perfect escapist read that leaves you with a lingering sense of hope and warmth.
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