Sandcastles and Second Chances
A Love on Turtle Island Book One
In Sandcastles and Second Chances (Book 1 of A Love on Turtle Island), Lucinda Flowers returns to her hometown at forty-nine to save her family’s struggling beachside bungalow business, The Pink Octopus. The last thing she expects is to run into Jim Barnes—her high school sweetheart, now living under suspicion after his wife’s mysterious disappearance. When Lucinda’s eccentric mother enlists Jim to help with renovations, old sparks ignite, but scandal and small-town whispers threaten to derail their second chance. With one summer to rebuild both the business and her future, Lucinda must decide if love is worth the risk—or if some secrets are too heavy for even the tide to wash away.
Saltwater and Serendipity
A Love on Turtle Island Book Two
In Saltwater and Serendipity (Book 2 of A Love on Turtle Island), young millionaire Frank Flowers has his orderly life turned upside down when Rose, a daring stranger on the ferry, blurts out “I love you” on a bet. What begins as a playful encounter quickly becomes something more as Rose invites Frank into her bucket list adventures—picnics, bike rides, and moments that make him feel alive again. But Rose is only on Turtle Island for a week, and before Frank learns her last name, she disappears. Determined not to lose her, he searches the island, discovering that sometimes destiny really does look like love at first sight.
Summer Wind and Standing Strong
A Love on Turtle Island Book Three
Summer Wind and Standing Strong (Book 3 in A Love on Turtle Island) follows the return of Kelly Klein to Turtle Island to heal her shattered life at her childhood home, Sea Rock—only to find Jake, a stranger with a dubious claim to the place. Their clashing tempers spark pranks, stand-offs, and chaos, until Kelly uncovers his secret: Jake isn’t a contractor at all but a podcaster determined to solve a century-old mystery hidden in the house’s walls. Forced into a truce, Kelly agrees to help him uncover the truth if he promises to leave when it’s over. But as cryptic clues, late-night stakeouts, and undeniable chemistry pull them closer, Kelly must decide if Jake’s presence is temporary—or exactly what her heart needs forever.
Seashells and Starting Over
A Love on Turtle Island Book Four
Seashells and Starting Over (Book 4 in A Love on Turtle Island) follows Savannah Barnes, who’s sent to Turtle Island for a thirty-day break from city life and technology after a health scare. At the same time, Miles, a restless tattoo artist at a crossroads, swaps places with her through a house exchange. Their unlikely connection begins when Savvy finds a hidden journal chronicling a moving love story, which she shares with Miles during nightly phone calls. As the two open up, their bond deepens across the distance. But with Savvy drawn to island life and Miles chasing a new opportunity in the city, they must decide whether to follow their separate dreams or take a chance on love.
Sand Dollars and Secret Letters
A Love on Turtle Island Book Five
Sand Dollars and Secret Letters (Book 5 in A Love on Turtle Island) follows Sharon, a lifelong islander who feels invisible despite her family’s belief in her “perfect” marriage. On the twenty-fifth anniversary of her late husband’s death, she writes an unfiltered letter about her regrets, seals it in a bottle, and casts it into the sea. The bottle is discovered by Bruce, a man captivated by her raw honesty and humor, who sets out to find her. As their friendship deepens into something more, Sharon begins receiving mysterious letters of encouragement. But when the truth of Bruce’s discovery surfaces, she must decide if their love can withstand secrets and second chances. Available 9/8/2025
Summer Storm and Safe Haven
A Love on Turtle Island Book Six
Summer Storm and Safe Haven (Book 6 in A Love on Turtle Island) follows Ben Perry, Turtle Island’s charming bachelor and self-proclaimed expert on women, finally meets his match in Dr. Elizabeth West. Fresh out of massage school and working at Crystal Sands Medical Spa, Ben is ready to retire his dating apps—until Elizabeth proves immune to his charm. She won’t be another notch in the Hot Fisherman’s net. But when a storm forces her to take shelter with Ben’s boisterous family, Elizabeth glimpses the warmth and love she’s been missing. Suddenly, Ben’s carefree flirting turns into real pursuit, and he learns the difference between games and love. Summer Storm and Safe Haven is a witty, heartwarming romance about risks, family, and finding true connection. Available 10/6/2025
Sunsets and Settling Down
A Love on Turtle Island Book Seven
Sunsets and Settling Down (Book 7 in A Love on Turtle Island), the final Turtle Island novel, Jim Barnes and Lucinda Perry are ready to seal their second-chance love with the wedding everyone’s been waiting for. But nothing goes smoothly—a bungled venue, storm clouds, and the devastating loss of a loved one threaten to unravel their big day. As the Perry family gathers, each couple looks back on their journey, proving that forever isn’t built on perfection, but on standing together when life falls apart. Brimming with humor, heart, and nostalgia, this farewell installment invites readers to fall in love with Turtle Island one last time. Available 11/3/2025
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