Cherry Tree Island

<p><strong>A private island. Two guarded hearts. One unforgettable summer.</strong></p><p>After her twins leave for college Abby Morgan escapes to Cherry Tree Island seeking peace quiet and a break from a life that no longer feels like hers. But when the island's brooding owner-recently left at the altar-shows up unexpectedly solitude turns into shared sunsets simmering tension and the stirrings of something she thought she'd left behind.</p><p>Jake Carver just wants to forget. But Abby's kindness courage and unexpected spark start to thaw even his most cynical corners. As they spend two weeks navigating shared space and growing attraction their connection deepens into something that feels like home.</p><p>But can two people who've built their lives around independence trust in a future together? Or will they retreat to the safety of solitude once the summer ends?</p><p><strong>Cherry Tree Island</strong> is a clean feel-good later-in-life romance set against the breathtaking coast of Maine. Heartfelt healing and full of charm-perfect for fans of <em>Sweet Magnolias</em> <em>Debbie Macomber</em> and <em>Virgin River</em>.</p>