One of the questions I hear most often from readers is: "How is The Recipient different from The Summer Breeze series?" It's a fair question. At first glance, the books seem very different. The Summer Breeze novels are set in the Finger Lakes and focus on friendship, family, second chances, and the communities we build around us. The Recipient has those same elements—but it also includes something extra: suspense. The Heart of the Story Is Still Women's Fiction While The Reci

You know that feeling when you finish a book and you're genuinely sad it's over? Not just "that was good" sad — but "I'm going to miss these characters who feel like friends and I'm not ready to leave this place that feels like home" sad? It could mean you need a new a cozy small-town fiction series. Here are five signs to look for 😊. Sign 1: You Keep Rereading Your Favorite Comfort Books - Because nothing new feels quite the same. You've tried other books, but they're e