Author: Lauren Asher
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company UK
Title: Callahan
Overview:
A contemporary romance centered around Callahan Kane, a man known for being the gossip of Lake Wisteria—trust fund heir, former athlete, high-functioning alcoholic, and the brother everyone talks about.
His only true connection is with Lana Castillo, his childhood best friend and the woman he once loved.
Six years prior, Callahan broke Lana’s heart, leading him to vow never to return to Lake Wisteria. However, his plans change when his grandfather’s will requires him to spend a summer at the family lake house before selling it.
Upon arrival, he discovers Lana not only lives there but also claims ownership of the property, revealing a complicated past and unresolved feelings.
Lana, haunted by heartbreak and betrayal, believes falling for Callahan again would be a mistake, especially after he shattered her trust six summers ago.
But the truth about her ownership of the lake house complicates everything, and their rekindled connection faces new challenges.
Themes: Love and second chances, heartbreak, family secrets, personal growth, and redemption.
Tone: Romantic, emotional, with elements of tension and reconciliation.