The Forgotten Inn

When Donna Locke-Smith's husband ran out on her, she reluctantly returned to her hometown to heal her broken heart.

Donna Locke-Smith never thought she'd return to Cape Charles, Virginia-the small coastal town where she grew up, and where her family's beloved Locke Inn still stands. But when a tragic car accident claims her parents' lives, she's forced to face the painful past she left behind. Reeling from grief and the sudden collapse of her marriage, Donna's world unravels further when she discovers that her husband, Jon, is not who she thought he was.

Reluctantly, Donna returns to Cape Charles to help her younger sister, Angela, navigate their parents' affairs, including the debt-ridden Locke Inn. For Donna, the Inn is a reminder of the sibling rivalry she's harbored for years-Angela was always their parents' favorite. But as the sisters dig through the remnants of their parents' lives, they uncover more than just financial struggles.

In the midst of this turmoil, Donna reconnects with David, a fisherman and her long-lost teenage crush. As sparks reignite between them, Donna finds herself torn between the allure of her old life in New York City and the deepening ties to Cape Charles. But as Jon's criminal actions come to light, threatening what little stability Donna has left, she must make a difficult decision: continue running from her past, or embrace the healing power of her hometown, her family, and perhaps even a second chance at love.

In The Forgotten Inn is a story about family bonds tested, old loves rekindled, and the power of community proves stronger than the storms that threaten to tear it all apart. This collection is a wonderful women's fiction series with a splash of sweet romance and a hint of cozy mystery.