A Cottage by the Lake. Romance In Willow Creek, #77

In the heart of Willow Creek, Harper Lane has returned home to the quiet charm of her childhood town-and to the one person who has always been by her side. Mason Brooks has been her best friend for years, steadfast and patient, watching from the sidelines as Harper navigated life away from Willow Creek. But this summer is different. Between sanding walls in a cozy lakeside cottage, rainy afternoons spent talking about the past, and evenings walking along the water's edge, Harper and Mason find themselves confronting feelings they've long ignored.
From stolen glances to moments of jealousy and quiet confessions, their friendship begins to deepen into something neither of them can deny. As walls-both literal and emotional-fall around them, Harper and Mason must learn to let go of fear and embrace the love that has been waiting all along. A Cottage by the Lake is a heartwarming friends-to-lovers romance set in a picturesque small town. Filled with tender moments, laughter, and the quiet magic of Willow Creek, this novel is perfect for readers who love slow-burn romance, cozy cottages, and the journey from friendship to love.