The Lodge: A Novel

by Kayla Olson

Overview

From the author of The Reunion, a cozy rom-com about a writer who decamps to a Vermont lodge for work but finds herself distracted by the charming ski instructor next door.

Alix Morgan just got her big break as the ghostwriter of a memoir by Sebastian Green, a former member of the boy band True North. And when he offers her a penthouse at a luxurious resort in Vermont, she jumps at the chance to work far away from her noisy, cramped apartment.

Her career as an entertainment journalist has been building toward this dream job—after all, she used to cover True North and was one of the last people to interview former front man Jett Beckett before he disappeared. As she combs through her client’s voice memos, the specter of the missing lead singer remains, and fans are desperate to know the full story.

But Alix also has time for some fun at this glamorous resort, where she begins ski lessons with a handsome instructor named Tyler. As Alix and Tyler fall in love on the slopes, Alix’s work takes a complicated turn—and the mystery of True North’s downfall may be hers to solve.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781668033197
Publisher:	Atria Books
Publication date:	01/07/2025
Pages:	352
Sales rank:	30,931
Product dimensions:	5.30(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Kayla Olson is the author of two books for young adults and The Reunion. Whether writing at her desk or curled up with a good book, she can most often be found with a fresh cup of coffee and at least one cat. Visit her at KaylaOlson.com or at @AuthorKaylaOlson on Instagram/TikTok.

Editorial Reviews

10/14/2024

Olson (The Reunion) delivers a cozy insta-love story against the scenic backdrop of a Vermont ski resort. Alix Morgan has secluded herself at Black Maple Lodge to finish ghostwriting the memoir of former boy band member Sebastian Green. Eight years ago, Green’s bandmate and rival, Jett Beckett, vanished from the public eye and the world is eager to hear Geen’s take on what happened. Alix was the last person to interview the egotistical Jett before he disappeared and suspects she might have encouraged his retreat. Her writing would go smoother if Green would respond to any of Alix’s texts and calls—and if she weren’t so distracted by her hot ski instructor neighbor, Tyler Fox, who shows her around the surrounding mountains. The pair are immediately besotted, which will put off readers who prefer a slower burn, and the truth about Tyler’s mysterious past—and how it connects to Alix’s present—is easily guessed. There’s not much depth to be found here, but as a quick, wintry outing it works just fine. Agent: Holly Root and Taylor Haggerty, Root Literary. (Jan.)

Publishers Weekly

[T]he well-paced storytelling will draw readers into this entertaining winter romance. Readers will love Olson’s (The Reunion) trademark blend of romance and pop culture and the unique spin on the traditional third-act conflict, which ultimately leads to a satisfying conclusion.”
—Library Journal

“Olson (The Reunion) delivers a cozy insta-love story against the scenic backdrop of a Vermont ski resort.”
—Publishers Weekly

"A little mystery, a little escapism, and all romance . . . The Lodge is an absolute treat!"
—Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling authors of The Unhoneymooners

"This dreamy, dishy, whip-smart romance had me swooning from the first chapter."
—Betty Cayouette, author of One Last Shot and creator of Betty's Book List

“Kayla Olson’s skillful storytelling and clever use of mixed media builds intrigue and drama in this big-hearted romance that showcases how it’s never too late to rewrite your story. Packed with twists and set at the coziest mountain retreat, The Lodge will warm you up like a hot cup of cocoa on a snowy day!”
—Lauren Kung Jessen, author of Red String Theory and Lunar Love

"Hands down the coziest book I’ve ever read—a novel that warms your heart and puts the biggest smile on your face. It’s as comforting as your favorite TV show, as wonderfully sweet as a honey nut latte. The Lodge will make you want to drop everything and move to a ski lodge in Vermont. Dreamy, snowy, and impeccably written. I loved every page of it!"
—Carlie Walker, author of The Takedown

From the Publisher

11/01/2024

Celebrity journalist Alix Morgan just got the biggest break of her career—writing the memoir of Sebastian Green, a former member of True North, the hottest boy band in recent memory. It's been eight years since True North's lead singer, Jett Beckett, mysteriously disappeared in the middle of a tour, and Alix, who was one of the last journalists to interview Jett, hopes that Sebastian's notes and voice memos can give her and the band's fans some answers. When Sebastian offers Alix the chance to spend the month writing at a luxury ski resort in Vermont, she jumps at the chance to get out of the city and away from the tiny apartment that she shares with her sister. After she meets the guy in the room next to hers, handsome ski instructor Tyler, her month on the slopes gets even more interesting, and ultimately her work gets a lot more complicated. Even though the twists are predictable, the well-paced storytelling will draw readers into this entertaining winter romance. VERDICT Readers will love Olson's (The Reunion) trademark blend of romance and pop culture and the unique spin on the traditional third-act conflict, which ultimately leads to a satisfying conclusion.—Whitney Kramer

Library Journal