The Barefoot Summer

<p><strong>The first book in the Chapel Springs Romance series by bestselling author Denise Hunter!</strong></p><p>A tender story of faith cast adrift and lives brought together by currents that can only be God-sent. <em>Barefoot Summer</em> is a satisfying tale of hope healing and a love that's meant to be. Sail away with Denise Hunter's well-drawn characters on a journey that is at once romantic and compelling. --<strong>Lisa Wingate</strong> national bestselling author of <em>Before We Were Yours</em></p><p><strong>Madison's heart has been closed for years. But one summer can change everything.</strong></p><p>In the years since her twin brother's drowning Madison McKinley has struggled to put it behind her. Despite the support of her close-knit family and her gratifying job as a veterinarian in their riverside town the loss still haunts her.</p><p>To find closure Madison sets out to fulfill her brother's dream of winning the town's annual regatta. But first she has to learn to sail and fast.</p><p>Beckett O'Reilly knows Madison is out of his league but someone neglected to tell his heart. Now she needs his help--and he'll give it because he owes her far more than she'll ever know.</p><p>Madison will do anything--even work with the infamous Beckett O'Reilly--to reach her goal. And as much as she'd like to deny it the chemistry between them is electrifying. As summer wanes her feelings for him grow and a fledgling faith takes root in her heart.</p><p>But Beckett harbors a secret that will test the limits of their new love. Can their romance survive summer's challenges? And will achieving her brother's dream give Madison the peace she desperately seeks?</p><p>Hold-your-breath romance heartache and laugh-out-loud moments. It's more than a good read. It's a delight. --Lisa T. Bergren bestselling award-winning author</p>