Brenda Novak
New York Times Bestselling Author
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Tourist Season
Trade Paperback Release
A summer by the ocean promises new beginnings—until old secrets resurface.
Ismay Chalmers is ready for a relaxing summer reconnecting with her fiancé at his family’s luxurious beachfront cottage. But before Remy can join her, a hurricane bears down on Mariners Island. Alone in the large house, Ismay makes a disturbing discovery in Remy’s childhood closet. She’s not sure what to make of it, but is relieved when the property’s caretaker, Bo, checks in on her.
Bo’s home is damaged, so they temporarily shelter together, and Ismay is comforted by his quiet strength. But the unannounced arrival of a family member puts Bo back at his place and changes Ismay’s summer into something other than what she wants—or ever expected. With so many reasons to feel unsettled, Ismay finds herself turning to Bo, who gives her more than a sense of security; there’s something about him that makes her feel alive, stirring her to wonder what life might be like if she chose a different path…
As Ismay grows closer to Bo, she begins to hope the reclusive caretaker might eventually let down his guard. But when she finds out that he has secrets, too, she begins to question how well she knows any of the men in her life—and how well she can trust her own heart.
April’s Brenda Novak Book Box will include an autographed copy of TOURIST SEASON:
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June’s Brenda Novak Book Box
his box will include an autographed copy of our book group read—TAMING A HEARTBREAKER by Brenda Jackson—a makeup bag that reads, “Can I bring my book?” and more contents to be announced soon.
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May’s Brenda Novak Book Box—All My Favorite Things
The May box is full of Brenda’s favorite things—a tradition for her birthday month! This year it’ll have an Italian theme since we’re having my daughter Alexa’s wedding in Italy on May 8th. It will include an autographed copy of our book group read—THE BEST LIFE BOOK CLUB by Sheila Roberts—with more contents to be announced soon. We will, however, reveal one item—this darling “love” serving dish with an olive spreader!
Read an Excerpt from the TOURIST SEASON
TOURIST SEASON will be available from April 2, but you can already read the first chapter on Brenda’s website. Enjoy!
April’s Brenda Novak Book Box
This box will include an autographed copy of my upcoming release, TOURIST SEASON, and be the perfect beach box! Get ready to visit Mariner’s Island (based off of Nantucket) once again! If you missed visiting the first time, you can add on an autographed copy of THE SEASIDE LIBRARY (not connected but has the same setting) to this box.
Also included are:
- delicious cookies from C.Krueger’s—their sugar cookie with buttercream icing and their hot cocoa cookie! Yum!
- Mariner’s Hotel retro enamel keychain enamel.
- a cute floppy “bucket” straw hat that will block the sun, making it easier to read.
Cover Reveal: Tying the Knot
Available August 20, 2024
They’re taking a chance on love…by marrying the wrong person
All of Grady Amos’s brothers are married, and he’s feeling left behind. Aja Kermani wants to break away from the man chosen by her parents and marry for love. This leads them both to Tying the Knot, a reality TV show where contestants meet their soulmate. Grady and Aja end up married—yet they have absolutely nothing in common! But there is something—beyond a powerful attraction—that draws them to each other, despite their completely different lives and backgrounds. Is a postshow annulment in their future? Or are two opposites truly meant for each other?
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