On Tour with Prism Book Tours
Refuge at Pine Lake
By Rose Chandler Johnson
Christian Contemporary Romance
Paperback & ebook, 384 Pages
March 6th 2019 by Chanson Books
Robin Lancaster, a twenty-six-year-old former kindergarten teacher, has her summer and her life all figured out. She’s ready to be on her own, writing and illustrating her children’s stories at her family’s beloved lake house. Once there, she intends to rekindle a romance with Caleb Jackson, the area’s top hunting and fishing guide, and bag him for herself.
Complications arise from the start when Robin finds out her mother has rented the lake house to a man they know nothing about.
Matthew McLaughlin, forty-year-old widowed university professor and author from California, shows up at Pine Lake in crisis. A sabbatical might be his only hope to save much more than his career. He needs a place of refuge. Sharing the lake house with a lighthearted young woman and her dog is the last thing on his mind.
Caleb Jackson has his own plans. He’s used to things going his way, but a man staying in Robin’s house presents unforeseen challenges. When paths unavoidably tangle for these three, hearts are on the line.
Excerpt:
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obin’s usual joyful
anticipation of dates with Caleb had dissolved into dread by Saturday afternoon.
She was being completely childish and she knew it. What exactly was she afraid of? And why was it that so many real feelings were vague as far as
expression went?
She took extra care with her hair and makeup and
changed her dress half a dozen times before choosing a short blue striped
off-the-shoulder shift. High-heeled espadrille sandals showed off her legs. The
least she could do was present a confident façade.
At four thirty, Caleb rapped on the apartment
door, and as soon as he stepped inside, his smile vanquished all her fears. He
had that easy grace that came from being an athlete, and a glow from good
health and lots of sunshine. His eyes twinkled as he held a bouquet of pink
Gerber daisies tied with a wide gingham ribbon.
“Oh, Caleb, they’re beautiful!” Robin reached for
the flowers and he reached for her. “How did I get so lucky?” she murmured as
he covered her mouth with his.
“That’s my line,” he whispered against her cheek.
About the Author
Rose Chandler Johnson is known for her heartwarming, inspirational writing. In addition to works of sweet contemporary fiction, her devotional journal, God, Me, and Sweet Iced Tea: Experiencing God in the Midst of Everyday Moments won the Georgia Author of the Year Finalist Award in 2014.
In her novels, Rose brings to life fascinating characters with compelling relationships embracing family, community, and faith. In distinctive southern settings, Rose creates memorable stories that will stir your heart. Readers often say her writing warms the soul as it reaffirms belief in love and wholesome goodness. Don’t be surprised if you sigh with pleasure as you savor the final pages of her stories.
Rose has lived in a suburb of Augusta, GA for thirty plus years. Before retiring from Georgia’s school system, she taught English, French, and ESOL. Currently, she is an English instructor at a community college. In addition to reading and writing, Rose enjoys cooking, sewing, gardening, and spending time with her six children and her beautiful grandchildren.
Tour Schedule
Tour Giveaway
- One winner will receive a signed print copy of Refuge at Pine Lake plus a $20 Amazon gift card
- One winner will receive a signed print copy of Refuge at Pine Lake
- US only
- Ends July 10, 2019
Thanks Janet for having me on your blog today. I appreciate your introducing me and my novel to your readers.
ReplyDeleteYou are most welcome! Such a delight having you on Teatime and Books!
DeleteMy refuge is in a small town in South Ga. This is where my father's family lives. I go there every year in July for a few weeks. I'm actually here now!
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