If you trust your heart, you'll always know who you are . . .
Each summer, Kate Livingston returns to her family's lakeside cottage, a place of simple living and happy times -- a place where she now hopes her shy little boy can blossom. But her quiet life gets a bit more interesting with the arrival of an intriguing new neighbor, JD Harris. Although she is a confirmed single mother and knows little of JD's past, Kate is soon drawn into the sweetness of a summer romance and discovers the passion of a lifetime.
JD has good reason for being secretive. In a moment of sheer bravery the Washington, D.C., paramedic prevented a terrible tragedy. Overnight the intensely private man became a national hero. He's hardly able to remember who he was before the media frenzy . . . until he escapes to this lovely, remote part of the Northwest. Now Kate Livingston and her son have rekindled the joy of small pleasures and peace, something he thought he'd never have again. But how long will his blissful anonymity last before reality comes banging at his door?
Very good cozy read about Kate Livingston and her son who return to the family lake cottage for a pleasant, quiet summer. Then she meets JD, her neighbor, who is also seeking a peaceful summer, but he is surrounded by secrets and tries to remain anonymous.
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Nikki H. (nikkilian) from Williamsville, NY wrote on 7/23/2008...
another great summertime read!
Colleen O. (CT1Colleen) from WEST HAVEN, CT wrote on 7/14/2008...
This was a wonderful story. I enjoyed every minute of the book. There were places when I laughed out loud and places where I cried a little. Not only was the story great but there are recipes in the back of the book. I will defiantly use the one for s'mores.
Patricia H. from PINE BUSH, NY wrote on 8/14/2007...
Another wonderful read by Susan Wiggs! This book was really good!
Jacqueline D. (crittersitter19) from BURBANK, WA wrote on 6/26/2007...
Another great novel by this author! Kate returns to her familys lakeside cottage to mind a mysterious man and romance.
Karen F. (earlsgirl) from GRAND RAPIDS, MI wrote on 6/11/2007...
This is the 2nd book by Susan Wiggs that I've read, and I'm glad I discovered her books. Lakeside Cottage is a sweet, soft, summer read perfect for those slow, soft, summer days.
Amber H. from S LAKE TAHOE, CA wrote on 5/3/2007...
If you trust your heart, you'll always know who you are...
Each summer, Kate Livingston returns to her family's lakeside cottage, a place of simple living and happy times -- a place where she now hopes her shy little boy can blossom. But her quiet life gets a bit more interesting with the arrival of an intriguing new neighbor, JD Harris. Although she is a confirmed single mother and knows little of JD's past, Kate is soon drawn into the sweetness of a summer romance and discovers the passion of a lifetime.
JD has good reason for being secretive. In a moment of sheer bravery the Washington, D.C., paramedic prevented a terrible tragedy. Overnight the intensely private man became a national hero. He's hardly able to remember who he was before the media frenzy -- until he escapes to this lovely, remote part of the Northwest. Now Kate Livingston and her son have rekindled the joy of small pleasures and peace, something he thought he'd never have again. But how long will his blissful anonymity last before reality comes banging at his door?
Each summer, Kate Livingston returns to her family's lakeside cottage, a place of simple living and happy times--a place where she now hope her shy little boy can blossom. But her quiet life gets a bit more interesting with the arrival of an intriguing new neighbor, JD Harris.
JD has good reason for being secretive. In a moment of sheer bravery the Washington, D.C. paramedic prevented a terrible tragedy. Overnight the intensley private man became a national hero. He's hardly able to remember who he was before the media frenzy--until he escapes to this remote part of the Northwest. Now Kate and her son have rekindled the joy of small lpleasures and peace. But how long will his blissful anonymity last before reality comes banging at his door.
Really enjoyed this book. Leaves a good feeling in your heart.
Judy R. from SPIRIT LAKE, ID wrote on 4/21/2007...
Each summer, Kate Livingston returns to her family's lakeside cottage, a place of simple living and happy times - a place where she now hopes her shy little boy can blossom. But her quiet life gets a bit more interesting with the arrival of an intriguing new neighbor, JD Harris. Although she is a confirmed single mother and know little of JD's past, Kate is soon drawn into the sweetness of a summer romance and discovers the passion of a lifetime.
JD has good reason for being secretive. In a moment of sheer bravery the Washington DC paramedic prevented a terrible tragedy. Overnight the intensely private man became a national hero. He's hardly able to remember who he was before the media frenzy...until he escapes to this lovely, remote part of the Northwest. Now Kate Livingston and her son have rekindled the joy of small pleasures and peace, something he thought he's never have again. But how long will his blissful anonymity last before reality comes banging at his door?
Lisa S. (lilred) from SHIPPENSBURG, PA wrote on 2/23/2007...
i really like to read this author and this is another book I would read again of hers..