Summer Breeze
- Authors: Nancy Thayer
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- Genres: General Fiction
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- Rating: 4.2 based on 978 reviews
- Release Date: June 5, 2012
- Print length: 320 pages (Hardcover)
About the book
New York Times bestselling author Nancy Thayer consistently infuses her novels with a combination of warmth and wisdom. In her book, Summer Breeze, known for her works Beachcombers and Heat Wave, Thayer tells the poignant tale of three women who form a special bond during a sun-soaked summer on Dragonfly Lake in New England.
Morgan O'Keefe finds herself feeling confined in her luxurious lifestyle. Despite agreeing to pause her career in science to care for her young son while her husband focuses on his demanding job, the thirty-year-old yearns for the excitement of working in a lab with her colleagues. Restless and longing for change, Morgan decides it's time for something new.
Tired of the hustle and bustle of New York City, Natalie Reynolds jumps at the chance to move to the Berkshires and house-sit her aunt's stunning lakeside home for a year. With a deep passion for art, Natalie is on the brink of fulfilling her dream of becoming a full-fledged artist. However, life at Dragonfly Lake is full of surprises, including a heartwarming encounter with a handsome neighbor who comes to her rescue in the water.
When Bella Barnaby's mother sustains an injury, she leaves her job in Austin to return home and assist her lively, sizeable family. Taking on a new role at the family business, Barnaby's Barn, Bella is confronted with the challenge of reviving the outdated shop. Despite the advances of the charming architect Aaron, Bella holds onto her own secret aspirations.
Summer on Dragonfly Lake sets the stage for romance, temptation, and self-discovery as the lives of these three women become intertwined in unexpected ways. Summer Breeze showcases the power of friendship in bringing comfort, frustration, and sometimes, a new perspective on the limitless opportunities life has to offer. This engaging novel demonstrates Nancy Thayer's exceptional storytelling ability at its finest.