Publishers Weekly
06/19/2017
Gilroy’s sweet-natured second small-town contemporary (after The Cottage on Firefly Lake) has charm to spare. Mia Gibbs is recovering from a painful divorce when she returns to Firefly Lake, Vt., where she spent childhood summers. She’s happy to share the beautiful spot with her daughters, Emma and Naomi. Lawyer Nick McGuire, the town’s bad boy made good, is recovering from his own divorce—which was partly spurred on by his inability to father children. After Nick hires Mia to help his mother pack up her house, sparks begin to fly. The two try hard to ignore the potent chemistry simmering between them, but soon that plan is cast by the wayside. Then Mia’s overbearing, unfaithful ex-husband shows up, threatening to fight for sole custody if Mia doesn’t take him back. The delightful supporting cast—particularly feisty young Kylie, who’s staying at a camp for foster kids while she’s between homes—and expertly plotted story add depth and richness to this tale, leaving readers eager for another visit to Firefly Lake. Agent: Dawn Dowdle, Blue Ridge Literary. (Aug.)
From the Publisher
"Has charm to spare...The delightful supporting cast...and expertly plotted story add depth and richness to this tale, leaving readers eager for another visit to Firefly Lake."
—Publishers Weekly on Summer on Firefly Lake
"Engaging...(a) fast paced page turner."—RT Book Reviews on Summer on Firefly Lake
"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
"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 on The Cottage at Firefly Lake
"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 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 on The Cottage at Firefly Lake
"This book is a lot of fun and is definitely for fans of Susan Mallery or Marina Adair."—-Katy Budget Books on The Cottage at Firefly Lake
"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 on The Cottage at Firefly Lake
