New Release Review: Love on the Lake by Helena Hunting
About the Book
Teagan Firestone has always been the dutiful daughter, especially since her mom died. But as her father finally begins to move on, it’s her turn to do the same. Her destination: Pearl Lake, a close-knit community with an entrepreneurial spirit and secrets of its own.
One of them is Aaron Saunders, who dropped out of college to work construction for Pearl Lake’s upper class. He’s a mystery and has a playboy reputation—that is, until he meets Teagan. Neither of them is looking for love, but in a town this small, it’s hard not to let your heart get involved.
As their romance heats up, Aaron’s elusive past comes to light and Teagan is there for him, bringing them even closer together. But when Teagan is forced to face her own demons, her inability to accept the support of friends and family threatens the life she’s worked so hard to build.
Can Aaron love her, even when she can’t love herself?
Genre
Contemporary Romance
Tropes
Small Town
Semi enemies to lovers vibe?
Grumpy/ Sunshine first encounter
Review
Love on the Lake is the second book in the Lakeside Series, but it can be read as a standalone if you haven't read the first book, Love Next Door.
It's a small town romance, and the majority of Teagan and Aaron's story had a charming and sexy feel, but the last quarter of the book was significantly heavier, and I wasn't expecting it. Both Teagan and Aaron were struggling with something personal and were there for the other to show unwavering love and support when they needed most.
I thought the author handled the heavier topics with care, and I still enjoyed the story. There was just a very noticeable shift in the vibe.
*TW/CW: substance addiction; anxiety; death of a loved one; grief; mental health
**Complimentary copy for review provided by Montlake. All opinions expressed here are honest and entirely my own.
Get a Copy
About the Author
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Helena Hunting lives on the outskirts of Toronto with her incredibly tolerant family and two moderately intolerant cats. She writes contemporary romance ranging from new adult angst to romantic comedy.
Comments