The First Holidays: Leaving Summersville, #1.5

By Cait Marie

Lila Weston is a pro at keeping secrets, but this time, she can't wait to share with her friends and *ahem* boyfriend.

 

She has been counting down the days until Gavin, Beth Ann, and Dylan are home for the holidays. Despite seeing Gavin most weekends, however, they haven't spent more than a day or two together since the summer. And she's worried their time apart might have changed things, that he might not be as excited about her big decision as she hopes.

 

Beth Ann is skilled in avoiding her issues, but she's never had to face someone just as stubborn.

 

All year, she's brushed off Dylan's flirting, claiming he's ridiculously friendly to everyone. Yet, the extra attention he seems to save just for her warms her from head to toe. It was easy to ignore while in New York, but now she's home for three weeks. And there's no way she'll be able to stay away.

 

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This short story is perfect for readers who just want some fluff for the holidays. Our favorite characters from The Last Summer are back and full of love and dreams… and nerves.

 

While this story can be read on its own, it does follow the events of The Last Summer and serves as a sort of prequel to The Final Chance. One couple does get their happy ending, but the other has to wait until The Final Chance, now available!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Cait Marie
• Release date: Apr 6, 2021
• ISBN: 9781393162261

Cait Marie

Young adult/new adult author Cait Marie has enjoyed reading and creating stories her entire life. Her debut novel, The Lost Legends, released in 2020, and since then, she’s been publishing and writing in a variety of genres. From adventurous fairy tales to fluffy romance to dystopian sci-fi, and everything in between, she enjoys it all. Cait is the creator and manager of the book blog Functionally Fictional, works for YA Books Central, and offers several author services, including editing, proofreading, formatting, graphic design, and personal assistance. She has a BA in forensic psychology and an MFA in creative writing, both from Southern New Hampshire University. Basically, her life revolves around books, but she also enjoys music, bullet journaling, and Disney movies.

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