Author’s Synopsis
Newly divorced mom Lydia is just getting back on her feet.
Her college roommate’s wedding promises a much-needed getaway weekend with old
friends, at a beautiful manor in Connecticut.
When she meets Sam, a handsome friend of the groom, she's nearly overwhelmed by a confusing mix of hope and trepidation. Their instant connection feels intensely real, to both of them, but the ink is barely dry on her divorce decree. It takes all her nerve, and more than a little prodding from her girlfriends, to convince Lydia to give her heart — and Sam — a chance. But when the magical weekend comes to a close, Sam must return to Chicago, while Lydia heads back to her complicated life and young son in New York. Can their new found connection survive the trials of physical distance and years of emotional baggage?
Written with an appreciation for the day-to-day struggles of a newly single mom, Autumn Getaway explores the burdens and blessings of family, revels in the spirit of friendship, and celebrates the power of romance and hope as Lydia and Sam take a second chance at love.
When she meets Sam, a handsome friend of the groom, she's nearly overwhelmed by a confusing mix of hope and trepidation. Their instant connection feels intensely real, to both of them, but the ink is barely dry on her divorce decree. It takes all her nerve, and more than a little prodding from her girlfriends, to convince Lydia to give her heart — and Sam — a chance. But when the magical weekend comes to a close, Sam must return to Chicago, while Lydia heads back to her complicated life and young son in New York. Can their new found connection survive the trials of physical distance and years of emotional baggage?
Written with an appreciation for the day-to-day struggles of a newly single mom, Autumn Getaway explores the burdens and blessings of family, revels in the spirit of friendship, and celebrates the power of romance and hope as Lydia and Sam take a second chance at love.
How many women have been or are Lydia? If we have not had a
failed relationship, either marriage or major-league dating, we haven’t been
living. Living means taking a risk, jumping in.
But once burned, twice shy right? Lydia has to decide if she can try
again?
In Autumn Getaway, we meet Lydia in this
sweet introduction to her and journey. I have not read the second book so no
spoilers here on whether this is a keeper in this review.
Lydia has just ended her marriage and finds herself a
semi-single mom (ex is marginally involved) of a speech delayed son, Andy. Full disclosure, I have a severely
developmentally disabled sibling and have seen firsthand the impact that has on
a parent.
So Lydia jumps at the chance for her first weekend away
since it all went south. Her college friend, Melanie is getting married for the
second time. The wedding and reception is being held at a picturesque Connecticut
spa/resort. It serves as a reunion of college friends as well.
Lydia meets Sam, the younger brother of the best man. Sam is
HOT, funny and understanding. He is in short perfect and just what Lydia needs.
But is this a wedding fling or more?
There is instant chemistry. But the ink is barely dry on
Lydia’s divorce and Sam’s family is quick to take issue, questioning the
attraction between Lydia and Sam. Lydia who already feels broken and vulnerable
freezes and questions what is happening.
This a charming, fun, and promising romance. I can relate to
Lydia as I think most women can. My only wish is that Sam was more flawed. I am
a fan of the flawed hero, perhaps I must read the rest of the series to
discover the fully textured Sam… and I will!
Just in time for the crisp days of Autumn (or the fragrant but
still cool days/nights of Spring in the southern hemisphere) grab Book One of
the Seasons of Love series and curl
up with a crackling fire, a glass of wine (or juice) and get introduced to
Lydia and Sam.
Ms. Gracen is a talented writer and this is a wonderful
debut. I look forward eagerly to her future novels.
Storyteller’s Grove gives Autumn Getaway 4 triskeles.
Jennifer Gracen writes contemporary romance and romantic
women's fiction. She likes to write about tangled mature relationships, with
equal doses of humor, warmth, passion, and gravity. A mother of two young boys,
she originally hails from Long Island, New York and lives there currently. When
not spending time with her family and friends, reading, or writing, she also
does freelance copy editing and proofreading,
Her publishing debut was with a short story, KILLING THE
FANTASY, in the charity anthology ORANGE KAREN: TRIBUTE TO A WARRIOR, released
in April 2013.
Her Seasons Of Love series is published by Booktrope
Editions. A four book contemporary romance series, it centers on the growing
relationship between Lydia, a divorced single mom who's afraid to take a second
chance on love, and Sam, a widowed graphic arts executive who's afraid to NOT
take the chance -- he wants to find happiness again, and he wants it with
Lydia.
Book 2, WINTER HOPES, was released on July 1, 2014.
Book 3, SPRING SHADOWS, will be released on October 1, 2014.
Book 4, SUMMER CHAMPAGNE, is set for release in early January 2015.
Book 3, SPRING SHADOWS, will be released on October 1, 2014.
Book 4, SUMMER CHAMPAGNE, is set for release in early January 2015.
Her Christmas novella, ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS, will be
published by Tule Publishing on November 11, 2014. The novella is part of a
linked four book set, titled CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORK, with three other authors
from her local writing group, the Long Island Romance Writers, writing the
other three novellas.
You can find her on Facebook among other places and on her Amazon author page
Jennifer is proud to be part of her local RWA (Romance
Writers of America) chapter, and is serving as Secretary in 2014.
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