When a librarian moves to a quaint Irish village where her favorite novelist lives, the last thing she expects is to fall for the author’s prickly son…until their story becomes one for the books, from the New York Times bestselling author of Summer Reading. Emily Allen, a librarian on Martha’s Vineyard, has always dreamed of a life full of travel and adventure. So when her favorite author, Siobhan Riordan, offers her a job in Ireland, Emily seizes the opportunity. Siobhan's novels had guided Emily through her darkest days, making this a dream come true. Helping Siobhan finish the final book in her beloved series—after a decade-long break due to writer’s block—should be fulfilling. However, Emily must also deal with Siobhan’s son, Kieran Murphy, who runs his mother’s bookstore and clearly resents her presence. Despite Kieran's gruff demeanor, Emily’s determination and quick wit begin to win him over. Day by day, the banter between them adds warmth to her new life, leaving Emily unexpectedly enchanted by the sharp-tongued, yet captivating Irishman. But when Emily uncovers the reason behind Kieran’s initial hostility, she finds herself at a crossroads: helping Siobhan overcome her creative struggles or grappling with her growing feelings for Kieran. As the novel takes shape, Emily must choose between embracing the new chapter in her life or returning to the familiar—but unfulfilling—comforts she left behind.
When a librarian moves to a quaint Irish village where her favorite novelist lives, the last thing she expects is to fall for the author’s prickly son…until their story becomes one for the books, from the New York Times bestselling author of Summer Reading. Emily Allen, a librarian on Martha’s Vineyard, has always dreamed of a life full of travel and adventure. So when her favorite author, Siobhan Riordan, offers her a job in Ireland, Emily seizes the opportunity. Siobhan's novels had guided Emily through her darkest days, making this a dream come true. Helping Siobhan finish the final book in her beloved series—after a decade-long break due to writer’s block—should be fulfilling. However, Emily must also deal with Siobhan’s son, Kieran Murphy, who runs his mother’s bookstore and clearly resents her presence. Despite Kieran's gruff demeanor, Emily’s determination and quick wit begin to win him over. Day by day, the banter between them adds warmth to her new life, leaving Emily unexpectedly enchanted by the sharp-tongued, yet captivating Irishman. But when Emily uncovers the reason behind Kieran’s initial hostility, she finds herself at a crossroads: helping Siobhan overcome her creative struggles or grappling with her growing feelings for Kieran. As the novel takes shape, Emily must choose between embracing the new chapter in her life or returning to the familiar—but unfulfilling—comforts she left behind.