Praise for the novels of #1New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs
“Wiggs is one of our best observers of
stories of the heart. She knows how to capture
emotion on virtually every page of every book.”
—Salem Statesman-Journal
“Wiggs’s talent is reflected in her thoroughly
believable characters as well as the way she recognizes
the importance of family by blood or other ties.”
—Library Journal
“Susan Wiggs writes with bright assurance,
humor and compassion.”
—Luanne Rice
THE SUMMER HIDEAWAY
“An emotionally gripping tale centered on family.
Wiggs is back in top form, and Daisy Bellamy’s
many fans will rejoice that her story is next.”
—Booklist
“[A] wonderful getaway to be savored and enjoyed.”
—Bookreporter
LAKESHORE CHRISTMAS
“Wiggs hits all the right notes.”
—Library Journal [starred review]
“Wiggs concocts a terrifically tasty holiday confection
sure to be enjoyed by fans and new readers alike.
A keeper.”
—RT Book Reviews [Top Pick]
FIRESIDE
#1 New York Times Bestseller
A Best Book of 2009—Amazon.com
“Worth a look for the often-hilarious dialogue alone,
the latest installment of her beloved Lakeshore
Chronicles showcases Wiggs’s justly renowned gifts for
storytelling and characterization. A keeper.”
—RT Book Reviews
SNOWFALL AT WILLOW LAKE
A Best Book of 2008—Amazon.com
Reviewer’s Choice finalist—RT Book Reviews RITA® Award finalist
“Wiggs is at the top of her game here,
combining a charming setting with subtly
shaded characters and more than a touch of humor.
This is the kind of book a reader doesn’t want to see
end but can’t help devouring as quickly as possible.”
—RT Book Reviews [Top Pick]
“Wiggs jovially juggles the lives of
numerous colliding characters and adds some
winter-favorite recipes for a festive touch.”
—Publishers Weekly
DOCKSIDE
“Rich with life lessons, nod-along moments and
characters with whom readers can easily relate….
Delightful and wise, Wiggs’s latest shines.”
—Publishers Weekly
“A wonderfully written, beautiful love story
with a few sharp edges and a bunch of marvelously
imperfect characters … sure to leave an indelible
impression on even the most jaded reader.”
—RT Book Reviews [Top Pick]
THE WINTER LODGE
#1 Best Romance of 2007—Amazon.com
A Best Book of 2007—Publishers Weekly Reviewer’s Choice finalist—RT Book Reviews
“With the ease of a master, Wiggs introduces
complicated, flesh-and-blood characters …
a refreshingly honest romance.”
—Publishers Weekly [starred review]
“Empathetic protagonists,
interesting secondary characters,
well-written flashbacks and delicious recipes
add depth to this touching, complex romance.”
—Library Journal
“Emotionally intense.”
—Booklist
SUMMER AT WILLOW LAKE
A Best Book of 2006—Amazon.com
“Wiggs’s storytelling is heartwarming …
clutter free … [for] romance and women’s fiction
readers of any age.”—Publishers Weekly
“Wonderfully evoked characters,
a spellbinding story line and insights
into the human condition will appeal to every reader.”
—Booklist
Marrying Daisy Bellamy
The Lakeshore Chronicles
SUSAN WIGGS
This book is dedicated to my readers.
When Daisy Bellamy first sneaked into
Summer at Willow Lake years ago, a sullen teenager with a chip on her shoulder, she was meant to just pass through the series. Instead, you kept her in your hearts, book after book, patiently waiting for her story to be told. You’ve helped me stay motivated to write “ Daisy’s story” for years. Many thanks for inspiring me to send this character on her own journey.
Acknowledgments
I owe a very special thank you to the real Andrea and Brian Hubble, and to Kay Fritchman and her furry family for their generous contributions.
When it comes to some books, the author is in need of a literary “pit crew” to keep everything in proper working order right up until the final lap. This book’s pit crew included (but wasn’t limited to) my friends and fellow writers—Anjali Banerjee, Kate Breslin, Sheila Roberts and Elsa Watson; Margaret O’Neill Marbury and Adam Wilson of MIRA Books; Meg Ruley and Annelise Robey of the Jane Rotrosen Agency.
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