The Cottage at Firefly Lake

Name: The Cottage at Firefly Lake
Brand: Hachette Audio
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.6 (5 reviews)
Author: Jen Gilroy
ISBN: 9781478969464

Author: Jen Gilroy

Series: Firefly Lake #1

Narrator: Karissa Vacker

Unabridged: 10 hr 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Forever

Published: 01/31/2017

Categories: Fiction, Romance, Contemporary Romance, Women, Family Life

Synopsis

Some mistakes can never be fixed and some secrets never forgiven . . .but some loves can never be forgotten.

Charlotte Gibbs wants nothing more than to put the past behind her, once and for all. But now that she's back at Firefly Lake to sell her mother's cottage, the overwhelming flood of memories reminds her of what she's been missing. Sun-drenched days. Late-night kisses that still shake her to the core. The gentle breeze off the lake, the scent of pine in the air, and the promise of Sean's touch on her skin . . . True, she got her dream job traveling the world. But at what cost?

Sean Carmichael still doesn't know why Charlie disappeared that summer, but after eighteen years, a divorce, and a teenage son he loves more than anything in the world, he's still not over her. All this time and her body still fits against his like a glove. She walked away once when he needed her the most. How can he convince her to stay now?

About Jen Gilroy

Now based in Canada, Jen Gilroy is a full-time writer. She lived in England for many years and worked in marketing communications and academic editing. She is a dual British/Canadian citizen with a postgraduate degree in geography (with a focus on British cultural studies and social history) from University College London.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Suzanne on July 19, 2017

Charlotte Gibbs has returned with her sister Mia to sell their parent’s summer cottage at Firefly Lake. She hasn’t been back in eighteen years and returning has stirred up memories of past summers. When she last departed Firefly Lake she ended all communication with her boyfriend, Sean Carmichael an......more

Goodreads review by Sabrina on February 07, 2017

NOW LIVE! Read an excerpt and enter to win a copy of this wonderful book HERE. 3.5 Stars The Cottage at Firefly Lake is Jen Gilroy's debut romance book, but you honestly can't tell. She effortlessly brings this wonderful tale of second chances to us in such a sweet and romantic way that you won't want......more

Goodreads review by DJ on July 03, 2017

Favorite Quotes: Words were her business. Why was it sometimes so hard to find the right ones? Uncle Trevor said you were all over her like a bad case of poison ivy. You ever think you’re telling other people’s stories because you can’t face your own? My Review: The Cottage at Firefly Lake was a fairly r......more

Goodreads review by Ann on March 30, 2017

Reviewed for Romancing the Readers Blog: [URL not allowed] I noticed this book months before it came out and I kept thinking how much I wanted to read it. Of course I knew that with how busy my blogging schedule is that wouldn't be happening anytime soon. So I came up with a pla......more

Goodreads review by Carrie on July 06, 2017

3.5 stars The Cottage at Firefly Lake is a book about summer memories and past regrets… and what to do when they catch up with you in the present. On the surface level, this debut novel crafts a poignant story in a small lake town that comes alive, thanks to the author’s skill at setting. With descri......more

Quotes

"4 stars! Memories, regrets and second chances are front and center in Gilroy's fantastic debut. The first book in the Firefly Lake series is complex and mired in secrets. The Vermont setting adds a genuine feel to the story, and the co-stars are highly entertaining. The homebody hero and world-traveling heroine must travel a long and bumpy road to happiness."—RT Book Reviews

"The story has all the elements in place to create an emotional and touching atmosphere. The pacing is steady and the writing is fluid, creating just the right amount of tension and emotion."—-Night Owl Reviews

"Packed with potent emotions...[Her] protagonists tug at the heartstrings from the beginning of the story and don't let go. The strong group of supporting characters includes Charlie's sister, Mia, and her daughter, Naomi, whose stories are to be later told. Long on charm, this story invites readers to come in and stay a while."—Publishers Weekly on The Cottage at Firefly Lake

"Jen Gilroys' The Cottage At Firefly Lane is a heart-stirring debut centering around forgiveness and second chances. Gilroy weaves a delightful story and I'm happy to recommend this book!"—-Once Upon A Page

"This book is a lot of fun and is definitely for fans of Susan Mallery or Marina Adair."—-Katy Budget Books

"The Cottage at Firefly Lake is Jen Gilroy's debut romance book, but you honestly can't tell. She effortlessly brings this wonderful tale of second chances to us in such a sweet and romantic way that you won't want to put this book down."—-Escaping Into Books

"This is a sweet and heartwarming second chance love story that is sure to make you both smile and cry! I felt many different types of emotions while reading it, and the fact that the author can evoke such emotions in her readers is tremendous! Readers who enjoy classy and sweet romances that are filled with heart will definitely pair well with this novel."
—-Pretty Little Book Reviews