The Summer That Shaped Us: A Novel

From New York Times bestselling author Lori Wilde comes her newest women's fiction story about three generations of women, an island with an air of mystery and magic, and one summer that changes everything—the perfect beach read for fans of Jill Shalvis and Susan Mallery.

In the Gulf of Mexico, near South Padre, sits a private island with a bit of a magic about it: the colors are brighter, the food tastes better, and turtles and cranes find sanctuary there. The billionaire heiress who built the thriving resort on Hobby Island exclusively for crafters, Eloisa Hobby, is as much a mystery as she is a mentor. Those with troubles are invited in the aftermath of an emotional turmoil, and with help from the other crafters on the island—a true found family—Eloisa acts as a sounding board while she gently and unobtrusively guides the visitors toward healthy resolutions in their lives. Only a few receive the honor of a golden ticket.

Luna, ever the pragmatist, is reeling in the wake of tragedy: she’s just moved with her fierce, opinionated teenage daughter Artemis to her mother’s house, after they lost their husband and father. But her mother, Jeanie, artistic and sensitive, has faced her own troubles recently, and her home may not be the stable sanctuary the three women so desperately need as they begin healing from grief.

When Jeanie receives one of the coveted tickets, inviting her and her family to Hobby Island, the blessing is one they can’t turn down, though both Luna and Artie remain skeptical of their eccentric host and benefactor. Together, the three of them will have to learn to trust one another again, accept help from those who love them, and embrace life—during a summer they’ll never forget.

"Page-turning and passionate, Lori Wilde's novels are always a delight!" - Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author

“The Moonglow Sisters is everything I love in a book. It's emotional, funny, tender and unforgettable. I couldn't stop reading until the last wonderful page. Lori Wilde writes characters who always speak to my heart.” - RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times bestselling author

“Wilde reunites three estranged sisters in this powerful tale…. Wilde’s fine characterizations and pulsating plot will please readers who enjoy family sagas.” - Publishers Weekly on The Moonglow Sisters

"Fans of Jill Shalvis and Susan Mallery will relish the complex family relationships Wilde creates." - Booklist