Samantha Fremont has been struggling with the weight of her mother’s expectations for years. But now that her mother has passed away, it’s time for Sam to be bold and finally establish the fashion design business she’s always dreamed of. And the perfect opportunity has fallen into her lap. Her friend’s getting married and has asked Sam to create her wedding dress…if only she can avoid the bride’s infuriating brother, who’s temporarily the boy next door.
Ian Summerhill knows a sabbatical in Haven Point is exactly what he and his children need to recover from their mother’s death. His romantic relationship with his ex-wife may have ended years ago, but caring for her throughout her illness broke his heart. All he wants is to watch his little sister walk down the aisle and to see his kids smile again. And somehow his lovely new neighbor is instrumental in both. But as their uneasy truce blossoms into a genuine friendship and more, Ian has obligations in England he can’t ignore—and a secret that threatens the fragile trust he and Sam have built.
My Review
I received an ARC of Summer at Lake Haven in exchange for an honest, non biased review. I am a fan of RaeAnne Thayne's book so I was excited to read her newest book in the Haven Point series! Right off the bat I connected with the main character Samantha. I thought that RaeAnne did a great job of developing her and helping you understanding her past and where she is at now in her life.
In addition, I truly enjoyed watching the relationship grow between Ian and Samantha. It was slow and sweet. It was also nice to see how Samantha really connected with the children and became a friend to them.
Lastly I enjoyed the scenery in the book, who wouldn't love to live in Haven Point. From everything RaeAnne describes it sounds beautiful. At the very least I would want to visit.
All in all this was a fantastic book and a great add to the series. I am excited for the next one in the series and more books to come from RaeAnne's. If you love romance & contemporary romance with a little royalty thrown in there then this is the book for you!
