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The Cottage at Firefly Lake Kindle Edition

by Jen Gilroy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Some mistakes can never be fixed and some secrets never forgiven . . .but some loves can never be forgotten.

Charlotte Gibbs wants nothing more than to put the past behind her, once and for all. But now that she's back at Firefly Lake to sell her mother's cottage, the overwhelming flood of memories reminds her of what she's been missing. Sun-drenched days. Late-night kisses that still shake her to the core. The gentle breeze off the lake, the scent of pine in the air, and the promise of Sean's touch on her skin . . . True, she got her dream job traveling the world. But at what cost?

Sean Carmichael still doesn't know why Charlie disappeared that summer, but after eighteen years, a divorce, and a teenage son he loves more than anything in the world, he's still not over her. All this time and her body still fits against his like a glove. She walked away once when he needed her the most. How can he convince her to stay now?
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  3. Language
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  5. Publisher
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  6. Publication date
    January 31, 2017
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Editorial Reviews

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"4 stars! 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

"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

"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

"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

"This book is a lot of fun and is definitely for fans of Susan Mallery or Marina Adair."―-Katy Budget Books

"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

"This is a sweet and heartwarming second chance love story that is sure to make you both smile and cry! I felt many different types of emotions while reading it, and the fact that the author can evoke such emotions in her readers is tremendous! Readers who enjoy classy and sweet romances that are filled with heart will definitely pair well with this novel."
―-Pretty Little Book Reviews

About the Author

Jen Gilroy grew up under the big sky of western Canada. After many years in England, she now lives in a small town in eastern Ontario where her Irish ancestors settled in the nineteenth century. She's worked in higher education and international marketing. After spending too much time in airports and away from her family, she traded the 9-5 to write contemporary romance that brings readers' hearts home.

A small-town girl at heart, Jen likes ice cream, diners, vintage style and all things country. Her husband, Tech Guy, is her real-life romance hero, and her daughter, English Rose, teaches her to cherish the blessings in the everyday.

You can learn more at:
www.jengilroy.com
Twitter: @JenGilroy1
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Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01HBK278O
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Forever (January 31, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 31, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 7096 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 243 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 66 ratings

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Jen Gilroy

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Jen Gilroy writes sweet contemporary romance and dual timeline historical women’s fiction—warm, feel-good stories to bring readers’ hearts home.

A Romance Writers of America® Golden Heart® finalist and shortlisted for the Romantic Novelists’ Association Joan Hessayon award, Amazon named her third book, 'Back Home at Firefly Lake,' a 'Best Book of the Month: Romance' in December 2017.

A dual British-Canadian citizen, Jen lived in England for many years and earned a doctorate (with a focus on British cultural studies and social history) from University College London. Returning to where her Irish family roots run deep, she now lives with her husband, teenage daughter and floppy-eared rescue hound in small-town Eastern Ontario, Canada.

When not writing, she enjoys reading, ice cream, ballet and paddling her purple kayak.

Visit Jen online at www.jengilroy.com

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teachlz
5.0 out of 5 stars Cottage by the Lake
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2017
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My REVIEW OF "THE COTTAGE AT FIREFLY LAKE" by JEN GILROY

 "The Cottage at Firefly Lake" by Jen Gilroy is such an enjoyable, and delightful read! The timeline of the story is in the present with references to the past only when it relates to the characters or events. The Genres for this novel are Fiction, Women's Fiction, and Romance. The author describes the cottages, the town , the people and the lake, and I feel like taking a drive just to vacation and relax by the water.

Jen Gilroy's descriptions of her characters  remind me of people that could live next door, or in my community. Some of the characters are complex and complicated, but they feel so real. Characters that make mistakes, have secrets, and work hard to get to their goals in life. In the blurb to the story it states," Some mistakes can never be fixed and some secrets never forgiven.....but some loves can never be forgotten."

Charlotte Gibbs and her sister Mia and her nieces come back to Firefly Lake to sell the cottage and land that has been in their family for years. Charlotte is a successful journalist, that has provided stories from around the world, many in war zones. The Gibbs family has owned the cottage for many years, and every summer would come out to enjoy living in the cottage and the lake.  
Sean Carmichael  and his twin brother build boats, and have a family marina. Sean is divorced, and hopes his teenage son will one day take over the business. 
Charlotte and Sean had been very close for many years, and  Charlotte left breaking things off suddenly with Sean. and without an explanation.

If the Gibbs sell the cottage and land, it could create a big problem for Sean and the rest of the community. Not only that, has Sean ever gotten over Charlie??
 
I love the way the author describes family, friends, loyalty, love, and hope.

I highly recommend this novel to those readers who  enjoy reading Women's fiction, and Romantic Novels. I can't wait to read Jen Gilroy's next book! Happy Reading!!!
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Jennifer A Wilck
4.0 out of 5 stars Great small-town romance!
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2017
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I really liked this story! Such a sweet, small-town romance with well-developed characters and a hero and heroine I was rooting for the entire time. Sean and Charlie stuck with me even when I had to put down the book. The author does a great job painting a picture of the lake and the cottages and made me wish I could live there. The kids were perfectly drawn and the other characters are set up well. I'm looking forward to reading about Mia & Nick next!
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Theresa B
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good read. Highly recommend.
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2020
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The perfect summer book. The descriptive narrative takes you right there and the relationships feel real. I finished this book in a few days time - couldn’t put it down!
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Amy Bosica
3.0 out of 5 stars Charlotte was madly in love with Sean
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2017
3.5 Stars!

The Cottage at Firefly Lake is the debut novel of author Jen Gilroy. Told from dual points of view, The Cottage at Firefly Lake follows the story of Charlotte and Sean. Charlotte wanted nothing more than to travel the world and leave home. However leaving home meant leaving Sean behind. Charlotte was madly in love with Sean, so leaving him behind was the last thing she ever wanted. But, sometimes, things happen for a reason. Despite her decisions, Charlotte has tried her best to enjoy her life and leave her past behind her. However, fate has decided to make these ex-lovers cross paths again. When Charlotte is forced to return home, she is flooded with the past and memories she has fought to forget. She is in no way prepared to see Sean again. So much time has passed, but a love like theirs can never be buried. When the truth comes out as to why Charlotte really left home, will Sean be able to forgive and forget? Or is too late for second chances? There’s only one way to find out…

The Cottage at Firefly Lake is a wonderful debut novel. I love second chance romances and this one pulled me in from the very beginning. From the moment I met Charlotte and Sean, I was desperate to figure out why Charlotte was left behind. I was intrigued by their circumstances and couldn’t wait to read more. I thought Charlotte and Sean had an excellent pull and I really enjoyed watching them try to figure things out.

As far as debut novels go, I think this one is well written and has a ton of potential. This book was sweet with just the right amount of drama and romance. I look forward to reading more from this series and this author.
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Rachel Brimble
5.0 out of 5 stars A fabulous feel-good romance!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 25, 2021
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I really, really enjoyed this book and will definitely be reading the following instalments!

There is nothing better than a romance that immediately pulls you into the characters and their conflicts - the hero and heroine Sean and Charlotte are wonderful with their own issues and struggles. Their shared past pushes the story forward and fuels the tension - thoroughly recommended!
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wood_beez48
4.0 out of 5 stars A very enjoyable second chance romance
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 4, 2020
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It took me a little while to get into this second chance romance, but once I did, I really enjoyed the story. The setting was beautifully described and the characters are all well-drawn, especially Charlie and Sean. I found the backstory to their earlier relationship especially poignant, and the author skilfully weaves all the different strands of the plot together in a way that makes the second half of the book a compelling read. I really enjoyed it and look forward to reading the other books in the series.
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KSS
5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute must read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 21, 2017
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I loved everything about this book. The setting of Firefly Lake is so beautifully and evocatively described that it's hard to believe it's only a fictional location. The characters are all realistic and believable, and Charlie and Sean in particular are appealing protagonists - Charlie's story really touched my heart. I particularly enjoyed the echoes of Persuasion throughout the book. I'm looking forward to the next in the series!
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J E Cable
5.0 out of 5 stars A great world to sink into
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 1, 2019
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I really enjoyed this book - it was a holiday read for me and the wonderful characters and sense of place drew me in. Perfect for readers who love a truly emotional romance.
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lorraine
5.0 out of 5 stars A book I couldn't put down.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 9, 2018
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I loved this great book. As soon as I started to read it I couldn't put it down. It's a novel of second chances and renewing old love.
It's an emotionally packed read, and this author is definitely one I shall read again.
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