Lisa inherits a failing inn, one that is deeply in debt and in need of repairs. But it is the legacy of her deceased parents and a part of the small town, so she desperately wants to save it. Into the midst of this turmoil walks Noah, a writer suffering from writer’s block. He is worried that he will not be able to repeat the success of his first novel. He seeks to hide and write, and hopes this quiet inn will supply the seclusion and inspiration he needs. Lisa is just glad to have a room occupied and some company. But past lovers threaten both of these two new friends even as their relationship moves to a deeper level. Misunderstandings and poor judgment threaten to break this bond, and indeed, it seems like there is no hope for a future together. This author does a good job of bringing his characters to life. They are flawed, which makes them seem more real. They have problems that have no easy solutions. They make bad decisions, and their explanations cannot always erase the pain they caused. Yet there is hope and maybe a silver lining in the cloud that hangs over them. It’s a sweet and clean romance, entertaining and enjoyable.

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