When Summer Comes (Whiskey Creek: Thorndike Press Large Print Romance, 3) - Hardcover

Novak, Brenda

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1410463109 ISBN 13: 9781410463104

Publisher: Thorndike Pr, 2013

Synopsis

"Welcome to Whiskey Creek-- Heart of the Gold Country!""One day, Callie Vanetta receives devastating news..."She needs a liver transplant. But her doctors warn that, in her case, the chances of finding a compatible donor aren't good.Determined to spend whatever time she has left on her own terms, she keeps the diagnosis to herself and moves out to her late grandparents' farm. She's always wanted to live there. But the farm hasn't been worked in years and she begins to fear she can't manage it, that she'll have to return to town."One night, a stranger comes knocking at her door..."He's an attractive and mysterious drifter by the name of Levi McCloud, and he offers to trade work for a few nights' shelter. Callie figures she doesn't have anything to lose. He needs a place to stay until he can fix his motorcycle; she needs an extra pair of hands. The arrangement seems ideal until what was supposed to be temporary starts to look more and more permanent. Then she realizes she "does" have something to lose--her heart. And, although he doesn't yet know it, Levi stands to lose even more.

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Review

"I suggest Brenda Novak be added to your ' to buy' list today. You won't be disappointed." -Romance Reader's Connection

"Well-written, nicely paced, filled with appealing characters and laced with a few surprises." -Library Journal on Dead Right

"Brenda Novak's seamless plotting, emotional intensity and true-to-life characters who jump off the page make her books completely satisfying. Novak is simply a great storyteller." -Allison Brennan, New York Times bestselling author

"Any book by Brenda Novak is a must-buy for me." -Reader to Reader Reviews

"Whenever I see a new Brenda Novak book, I buy it and read it, pronto. I can always count on her for a solid, exciting story, full of adventure and romance."-Linda Lael Miller, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Novak delivers a lively, sparkling series debut...romantic gold by a superior novelist. The love story blossoms naturally, which is rare nowadays.... Additionally, by populating Whiskey Creek with realistic characters-instead of 'quirky' caricatures-Novak ensures that readers will eagerly await their next visit." -RT Book Reviews on When Lightning Strikes

The characters' "heartwarming romance develops slowly and sweetly. The sex is fantastic, but the best part is how Simon and Gail tease and laugh as they grow closer." -Publishers Weekly on When Lightning Strikes

"Brenda Novak has always been an author I look for on the bookshelves.... Her characters are realistic, charming and have a life of their own. Don't miss out!" -Huntress Book Reviews

"In Close is intense and sensual and chock-full of emotional torment. The array of transgressions and suspects and small-town secrets makes for a riveting read." -USA TODAY

"Novak is an expert at creating emotionally driven romances full of heat, sensual tension and conflict that not only satisfy her characters but her readers as well."-Writers Unlimited

About the Author

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Brenda Novakhas penned over 45 novels. A two-time Rita nominee, she'swon The National Reader's Choice, The Bookseller's Best, The Bookbuyer's Bestand many other awards. Sheruns an annual online auction for diabetes research every May at www.brendanovak.com. To date, she s raised over $2 million. Brenda considers herself lucky to be a mother of five and married to the love of her life.

About this edition

• Publisher: Thorndike Pr
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1410463109
• ISBN 13: 9781410463104
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 531