Jonathon Island

**What an awesome read involving a designer and a contractor who share a history, a fake engagement, misunderstandings, and second chances.** Reviewer-Goodreads She needs a stunning comeback-not a reunion with the man got away... Daisy Decker didn't plan to lose her hit home renovation show to her conniving co-host, but never mind…she has a plan to reboot her career. Step one, find herself a cute little house on the world's most adorable island. Step two, film herself giving the house a total "Decker" remodel and use it to restart her YouTube channel. What she never factored in? That Hunter Barrett--the man who stole her heart and then ghosted her-would be standing between her and her dream project. But it seems Hunter may be desperate to keep his treasured family home off the market. And Daisy's willing to make a deal. Hunter won't sacrifice his heart for a house. Or will he? Local contractor Hunter Barrett is not letting his family's home on Sunset Cove go without a fight, and he's especially not going to sell it to Daisy Decker, the woman who broke his heart years ago. But the family trust states that the house will hit the market the moment he turns 31, and there's nothing he can do to stop it. He's out of options and out of time when Daisy approaches him with a wild proposal-a fake engagement that could solve both their problems. It's the last thing he wants, but with his family legacy on the line, can he really afford to say no? But falling back in love is definitely not part of the plan… Grab this charming Jonathon Island DIY story about second chances, a fake engagement, and discovering that sometimes the strongest foundations are built on the ruins of broken hearts. The Jonathon Island series is created by USA Today bestselling, award-winning author Susan May Warren.

The Jonathon Island series is created by USA Today bestselling, award-winning author Susan May Warren. The last thing she needs is for some big-city know-it-all to destroy everything she loves Tourism director Dani Sullivan is desperate to save her island home from bankruptcyand that means rebuilding the Grand Sullivan Hotel, a once-glorious hotel that burned to the ground ten years ago. And, in the aftermath, tore apart her family. So yes, shell bring in an outside developer to help ignite the project. But his too-modern, out-of-touch vision isnt at all what Jonathon Island needsor is it? Its his last chance to get everything he wantsand shes standing in the way. Architect Liam Stone isnt a fan of small towns located in the middle of nowhere. But when his about-to-retire father hands him the assignment to rebuild the Grand, its his chance to prove he can take over the company. Only problemthe stubborn tourism director-slash-protector of Jonathon Island refuses to see things his way. Maybe Liam can change her mind. Except Danis plan is the same. Change Liams mind, make him see what he might be missing. Hopefully without getting her heart involved. And when another builder shows up with big planssuddenly Liam sees whats at stake, and it isnt only the Grand Hotel. But is it too late to save everything hes started to love? Its a battle for the future of Jonathon Island in this heartwarming fish-out-of-water, rivals, and fresh-starts small-town romance, the first in the Jonathon Island series. Great for fans of: City mouse/country mouse (or big-city guy, small-town girl) Opposites attract Fish out of water Reluctant ally

The Jonathon Island series is created by USA Today bestselling, award-winning author Susan May Warren. He was her late husband's best friend, but for him she'd always been the one. Mia Jonathon Franklin has been living a nightmare for the last two years-ever since her husband and high school sweetheart died in a fishing boat accident, leaving her to care for her two young kids on her own. She's managed to stay afloat, but her husband's paltry life insurance money is gone-and if she can't find a way to support her family, she may lose the cozy cottage she and Troy had meant to grow old in. So when Mia is offered a chance to buy her own house for a dollar if she can find business owners to move to Jonathon Island, it seems like the answer to her prayers. That is until she learns the ridiculous quota required to complete the deal. She's in over her head...until her late husband's best friend offers to lend a hand. Cody Hart has been haunted by survivor's guilt since the boating accident that claimed his best friend's life. Torn between his own dreams of reopening his family's fishing business and his desire to help Mia, the woman he has loved since their youth, he steps up to help. She needs him and he's not going to let her down…or let his heart cause her more pain. As Mia and Cody work together to breathe new life into the island's Main Street, their shared history and undeniable connection threatens to reignite long-buried feelings. Can they overcome the obstacles that stand in their way and find the courage to embrace a second chance at love, or will the weight of their pasts and the uncertainties of the future keep them from the happiness they both deserve?

The grump next door can't really be her hero, right? Fall in love with this grumpy/sunshine, wounded souls with secrets small town romance! Don't, don't, don't give your heart away to the Boy Next Door… Copywriter and songwriter wannabe Sadie Hudson vowed never to return to Jonathon Island…but when her grandmother needs her-and she's the only one left to help-yes, she'll return, because she'll do anything for family. Even if it means facing the tragedy that haunts her, the accident that took her sister's life.. Look away, and don't get involved…aw, what's a guy going to do? Yes, Asher Quinn has noticed his elderly neighbor's new arrival, but he's not interested in anything but solitude for reasons he'll tell no one. And then-shoot-a tree comes down on the house and he can't live with himself if he doesn't help. Please let it not cost him the new life he's constructed here… Except, Sadie and her sunshine has seeped into his dark soul, and he finds himself wanting not only to help, but to know her more…But if she discovers his secret, it just might send her running from the one place she now calls home. As for Sadie, Asher has awakened the songwriter inside her, and suddenly Mr. Grumpy has found a place in her heart. And, ignited her courage to enter the town's songwriting festival on Blueberry Hill. But Asher is more than he has told her…and when the truth comes out… Well, she knew better than to trust the Boy Next Door, right? Grab this endearing, touching Jonathon Island romance about taking a chance on a wounded hero and the song in your heart. It's the perfect summer romance for those who love stories that risk it all for a happy ending. The Jonathon Island series is created by USA Today bestselling, award-winning author Susan May Warren.

**What an awesome read involving a designer and a contractor who share a history, a fake engagement, misunderstandings, and second chances.** Reviewer-Goodreads She needs a stunning comeback--not a reunion with the man got away... Daisy Decker didn't plan to lose her hit home renovation show to her conniving co-host, but never mind…she has a plan to reboot her career. Step one, find herself a cute little house on the world's most adorable island. Step two, film herself giving the house a total "Decker" remodel and use it to restart her YouTube channel. What she never factored in? That Hunter Barrett--the man who stole her heart and then ghosted her--would be standing between her and her dream project. But it seems Hunter may be desperate to keep his treasured family home off the market. And Daisy's willing to make a deal. Hunter won't sacrifice his heart for a house. Or will he? Local contractor Hunter Barrett is not letting his family's home on Sunset Cove go without a fight, and he's especially not going to sell it to Daisy Decker, the woman who broke his heart years ago. But the family trust states that the house will hit the market the moment he turns 31, and there's nothing he can do to stop it. He's out of options and out of time when Daisy approaches him with a wild proposal--a fake engagement that could solve both their problems. It's the last thing he wants, but with his family legacy on the line, can he really afford to say no? But falling back in love is definitely not part of the plan… Grab this charming Jonathon Island DIY story about second chances, a fake engagement, and discovering that sometimes the strongest foundations are built on the ruins of broken hearts. The Jonathon Island series is created by USA Today bestselling, award-winning author Susan May Warren.

She just wants a nice, quiet holiday getaway. Too bad her new-and way too handsome-accidental roommate comes with an annoying dose of holiday cheer. Successful, but writer's blocked author Bronte Parker just needs some holiday peace and quiet to jumpstart her brutal writer's block. Hence her rental at a quaint cottage on quiet and remote Jonathon Island. So what's the deal with the double booking? And worse…the sudden Santa can't leave-not with a record breaking blizzard overtaking the island. Suddenly her world is all about eggnog, Christmas movies and decking the halls with all type of distractions. He's a soldier who needs a merry Christmas… After two years away, Army surgeon Jonah White is thrilled to be going home for the holidays. Too bad his parents have escaped the island for a tropical Christmas cruise, renting out their place-his home!-to a seriously uptight author. And thanks to a blizzard, he can't even escape. But when he discovers the author has writer's block, well, the doctor is in. He'll help her fix it by showing her a real Christmas-something foster kid Bronte has never had. And maybe it's working because as surprise Santa sweeps her up in the magical Jonathon Island Christmas festivities, a new story starts to come alive inside…one where maybe a happily-ever-after could actually exist. But is this just a holiday romance? And what happens when the blizzard ends, the air clears, and duty calls. Is the magic over? Enjoy this enchanting Jonathon Island Christmas story about being snowed in with an unexpected hero…and taking a chance on the happy ending you never saw coming. The Jonathon Island series is created by USA Today bestselling, award-winning author Susan May Warren.

He ran the night before their wedding. She's been running ever since. Wedding photographer Kate Sullivan has spent five years proving she's fine. Fine with the panic attacks. Fine being the overachieving sister everyone counts on. Fine that Lincoln St. James called off their wedding and disappeared. She's not fine. But nobody needs to know that. When her doctor orders a mandatory break, Kate retreats to charming Jonathon Island to help her family with the spring flower festival. Sun. Blossoms. No stress. Then Lincoln walks back into her life. The florist hired for the festival is the man who shattered her heart-and he's more gorgeous than ever. Worse? He's looking at her like he still loves her. Like he never stopped. Lincoln knows he doesn't deserve a second chance. He panicked and ran, terrified of becoming his absent father. But Kate Sullivan was the best thing that ever happened to him, and he's spent five years regretting the night he let fear win. Now, working side by side among blooming orchards and island magic, the feelings they buried come rushing back. But trust doesn't rebuild overnight-and some wounds run deeper than either of them knew. Can a runaway groom prove he's finally ready to stay? Find Me in the Blooms is a sweet Christian romance about second chances, forgiveness, and discovering that God's timing blooms exactly when it should. Perfect for fans of Denise Hunter, Becky Wade, and Hallmark spring movies.

He built walls. She brought sunshine. Something had to give. Eliza Quinn is running-from grief, from memories, from a hometown that holds too much pain. When her mother's illness pulls her back to charming Jonathon Island, she tells herself it's temporary. Help with the family. Don't get attached. Don't stay. Then she meets Oliver Sullivan. The brooding bookstore owner hasn't smiled since his wife died. His shop is failing. His heart is frozen. He doesn't need a partner, and he definitely doesn't need the sunshine-bright marketing whiz who keeps throwing open his curtains and filling his quiet world with chaos. Except... maybe he does. Forced to work together on a literary festival to save the bookstore, Eliza and Oliver discover that their differences might be exactly what they both need. She brings light to his shadows. He gives her a reason to stay. Between late nights and early morning arguments, something unexpected begins to bloom. But trust doesn't come easy for two people who've been hurt. And one misunderstanding could destroy everything-including their chance at love. Find Me in the Story is a heartwarming grumpy-sunshine romance about healing, second chances, and discovering that the best chapter of your life might be the one you never planned to write. Perfect for fans of Denise Hunter, Becky Wade, and cozy Hallmark movies.