A vineyard summer - jean stone

Thats what Marthas Vineyard is to Annie Sutton now.

After a winter spent writing her latest novel, Annie looks forward to a summer with friends who have become like the family she never had.

But then her landlord announces that his grandson will be moving into her cozy Chappaquiddick cottage-and shell be moving out.

Year-round island housing is tough to find at any time; in summer, its nearly impossible.

Shaken by the thought of being forced to leave the people and the community shes grown to love, Annie seeks distraction in the July 4th celebrations-and stumbles upon a young woman whos unconscious on her front lawn .

and barely alive .

Summer on the Vineyard brings not only tourists, but also wealthy families with summer homes-like Fiona Littletons-and tensions between them and the tight-knit island community often ignite.

But when Annies quick thinking saves Fionas life, shes surprised to learn that like her, Fiona has no one to lean on.

And when Fiona fears that someone wants her dead, Annie cannot walk away.

With depleting resources and no home on the horizon, Annie is certain of only one thing: each of them will have to rise to one of lifes greatest challenges: feeling at home within themselves .

Praise for the previous works of Jean Stone Stones graceful prose, vivid imagery and compassionately drawn characters make this one a standout.

- Publishers Weekly A very smart and well-written book - Fresh Fiction Jean Stone is a truly gifted writer.

I wish I could claim her as a long-lost sister--but I cant.

I can merely enjoy her wonderful talent.

-Nationally bestselling author Katherine Stone Stone is a talented novelist whose elegant prose brings the Marthas Vineyard setting vividly to life.

A very good read.

- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel A wrenching and emotionally complex story.

Sometimes, if you are very lucky, you can build a bridge across all obstacles.

A very touching read.

- RT Book Reviews.