The Trouble with Summer

Tessa James retreats to a lakeside cottage to heal from a breakup, only to find her solitude interrupted by Jack Callahan, the property owner who unexpectedly becomes a fixture in her quiet summer. As they share moments of connection amid the peaceful surroundings, Tessa begins to rediscover her find her voice and reassess her past. When her ex reappears, she must decide between the life she intended to leave behind and the uncertain future unfolding before her. This grumpy/sunshine lake romance explores themes of starting over, self-discovery, and the unpredictable nature of love.