Single mom Claire Thornton, used to spend summers near Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore at Grandmaâs house. Though essentially abandoned by her parents each year, her best memories came from spending days at the lake, bonfires at night, and through it all, the company of the boy next door, Alex Wilder.
Alexâs parents ran a summer camp and didnât have much time for him, but Claire and Grandma did. What started out as friendship deepened into a heady first love. Until Claire left for college.Â
Now, fifteen years later, Grandma wants to turn her historic home and property into a bed and breakfast in one of Michiganâs most popular tourist towns, and have Claire run it, which has always been her dream. Unbeknownst to Claire, Grandma has also hired Alex to do the construction work, hoping to reignite sparks.
A big destination wedding is their grand opening. With only weeks to finish the project, the old house gives up a secret. Claireâs history-loving heart is thrilled, but the discovery has the potential to derail her dreams. Can she keep an antsy bride placated, history buffs at bay, and resist Alexâs charms all while getting the B-and-B ready to open? And could the secret put her family in danger?
Can turning a childhood dream into a reality unite Claire and Alex? Or will the project be what drives them apart for good? If you like sweet romance with a touch of mystery, youâll love this journey of former sweethearts reunited. Buy The Inn at Cherry Blossom Lane and jump into the story today.
Jenniferâs favorite thing is discovering how much there is to love about America the Beautiful and the great outdoors. Sheâs a mom to two, navigating the young adult years while battling her daughterâs juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, exploring the delights of her sonâs autism, and keeping gluten free. A California native whoâs spent significant time in the Midwest, sheâs thrilled to be back in the Golden State. Follow her on social media to see all her adventures and how she gets inspired for her books!