Debbie Burns

Summer by the River

Summer by the River

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In her brand new romantic women's fiction, bestselling author Debbie Burns combines her love for rescue dogs with a compelling woman's journey. Josie Waterhill and six-year-old Zoe move from urban war-zone LA to cozy Galena, Illinois, where Josie can raise Zoe away from the violent life she once knew. However, Josie's elderly landlord Myra welcomes journalist Carter O'Brien and his giant rescue dog, Buttercup, who stirs up trouble when he uncovers things Josie would rather not have known. Josie has to let go of her painful past to create a glorious future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 02 April 2021
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc


Bestselling author Debbie Burns weaves a captivating tale of love, resilience, and the transformative power of second chances in her latest romantic women's fiction novel. Josie Waterhill, a woman seeking a fresh start in a new part of the country, finds herself drawn to the charming small town of Galena, Illinois. Fate and good fortune guide her and her six-year-old daughter Zoe away from the urban chaos of Los Angeles to this picturesque Midwestern haven.

However, their peaceful existence is disrupted when Josie's elderly landlord, Myra, invites journalist Carter O'Brien and his giant rescue dog, Buttercup, to stay at the historic house they have been graciously offered. Carter, with his charming demeanor, compassionate nature, and insatiable curiosity, quickly becomes a fixture in their lives.

As Carter's interest in Josie deepens, he inadvertently uncovers secrets from Josie's past that she had hoped to keep hidden. Caught between the desire for love and the fear of the unknown, Josie must confront her painful past and embrace the possibility of a glorious future.

Through her vivid storytelling and relatable characters, Debbie Burns explores the complexities of human relationships, the strength of family bonds, and the resilience of the human spirit. Rescue Me is a heartwarming and engaging tale that will touch readers' hearts and leave them with a renewed sense of hope and possibility.

Praise for Debbie Burns's Rescue Me series:

"A fun, heartwarming story of love, family, and trust." - Harlequin Junkie

"Heartfelt and engaging. It captured my whole heart." - Urban Book Reviews

In Rescue Me, Debbie Burns masterfully weaves a tale of love, resilience, and second chances, taking readers on a journey that will touch their hearts and leave them with a renewed sense of hope. Josie Waterhill's journey from the urban chaos of Los Angeles to the picturesque small town of Galena, Illinois, is filled with challenges and surprises. But with the help of fate and good fortune, Josie and her daughter Zoe find a new home in the historic house where they have been invited to stay.

However, their peaceful existence is disrupted when Josie's elderly landlord, Myra, invites journalist Carter O'Brien and his giant rescue dog, Buttercup, to stay at the historic house. Carter, with his charming demeanor, compassionate nature, and insatiable curiosity, quickly becomes a fixture in their lives. As Carter's interest in Josie deepens, he inadvertently uncovers secrets from Josie's past that she had hoped to keep hidden.

Caught between the desire for love and the fear of the unknown, Josie must confront her painful past and embrace the possibility of a glorious future. Through her vivid storytelling and relatable characters, Debbie Burns explores the complexities of human relationships, the strength of family bonds, and the resilience of the human spirit. Rescue Me is a heartwarming and engaging tale that will touch readers' hearts and leave them with a renewed sense of hope and possibility.

Praise for Debbie Burns's Rescue Me series:

"A fun, heartwarming story of love, family, and trust." - Harlequin Junkie

"Heartfelt and engaging. It captured my whole heart." - Urban Book Reviews

In conclusion, Debbie Burns's Rescue Me is a captivating tale of love, resilience, and the transformative power of second chances. Through her vivid storytelling and relatable characters, Burns explores the complexities of human relationships, the strength of family bonds, and the resilience of the human spirit. This heartwarming and engaging novel will touch readers' hearts and leave them with a renewed sense of hope and possibility.

Weight: 342g
Dimension: 140 x 209 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781728217130

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