BLURB:

At thirty-three, Maren Laughlin’s just turned down her boyfriend’s proposal, walked away from her decade-long position as a park ranger, and returned to her childhood playground in Northern Wisconsin to accept her inheritance: a decrepit waterfront bait shop. After a lifetime of letting things happen to her, she’s ready to start making her own moves, even if everyone else thinks she’s making the wrong ones. Well, not everyone―at least the local heartstopper and resort owner is on her side.Josiah Cole has made some missteps in his life, but he’s proud of what he has: two awesome kids and the keys to the kind of getaway spot that has families coming back every summer– their up north home away from home. After his marriage dissolved, leaving him a single dad, he feels he’s the last person to judge Maren for her recent transformation (even if his best friend, her brother, wants him to feel otherwise). Besides, he genuinely likes having her around. She’s a breath of fresh air, his kids adore her (not to mention her dog, Rogers), and it doesn’t hurt that she’s beautiful.Things between Maren and Joe are easy. So easy, they’re fully immersed in the middle before they even decide to begin. It’s not a question of should they, but rather can they make it last? Are things too easy, or is this just how real love works? In Erin Hahn’s heartwarmingly sexy Catch and Keep, Maren and Joe have to be brave enough to find out

MY THOUGHTS:

I am deeply grateful for having received an ARC of Catch and Keep. Catch and Keep is a heartwarming book that is just perfect for cozying up with in Fall 2024. It has quickly become one of my favorite reads of the year. The story is filled with so much warmth, love, and a beautiful portrayal of friendship and family. I found myself shedding a few tears while immersed in the pages. Erin has done a phenomenal job in creating the story, and I truly felt connected to the characters, especially Joe. The representation of autism in the character Lucy was so genuine and heartfelt, it really touched me. As a fan of the friends-to-lovers trope, I couldn’t help but gush over this heartfelt story. The lakeside setting was so vividly described, I could almost smell the fish and feel the gentle breeze. I also appreciated that the main characters were in their 30s, which made it easier for me to relate to their experiences. As a parent of a preschooler on the spectrum, this aspect of the story resonated deeply with me. I highly recommend adding this book to your fall reading list – I might even find myself re-reading it. The characters Maren, Joe, Andre, and Lucy have found a special place in my heart. It feels like living in my own Hallmark movie!

Happy Reading Folks!