Blockbuster romance writer Carley Fortune has revealed that her sixth book, “Only in Summer,” is set to hit shelves on May 18, 2027. The novel revisits the charming town of Barry’s Bay, Ont., which serves as the backdrop for her earlier works, “Every Summer After” and “One Golden Summer,” and also happens to be her hometown.
Fortune shared in a newsletter that she acquired a cottage near Barry’s Bay right before embarking on writing this book. She expressed her long-held desire to have a cottage of her own since selling the family lakeside residence.
In “Only in Summer,” the story revolves around Eleanor Florek, also known as Ellie, who dreams of owning a property in Barry’s Bay, mirroring Fortune’s personal aspiration. Ellie, the cousin of characters from Fortune’s previous novels set in Barry’s Bay, faces a surprising development when the house next to her new property is demolished to make way for a grand mansion.
While details are scarce at the moment, it’s safe to anticipate a blossoming romance against the picturesque lakeside backdrop in the narrative.
Fortune, a writer and journalist based in Toronto, has a rich editorial background, having worked with Refinery29, The Globe and Mail, Chatelaine, and Toronto Life. Her bibliography includes “Our Perfect Storm,” “One Golden Summer,” “Every Summer After,” “This Summer Will Be Different,” and “Meet Me at the Lake.”
“Meet Me at the Lake” was a notable contender on Canada Reads in 2024, championed by fashion influencer Mirian Njoh, marking the first romance novel to feature on the show.
“Every Summer After” was adapted into the Amazon Prime Video series “Every Year After,” recently renewed for a second season, while Netflix Canada is in the process of adapting “This Summer Will Be Different” into a 10-episode series.
[Image: Mirian Njoh champions Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune on Canada Reads 2024. (CBC)]
