Saltwater Sundae: Cozy Mid-Life Closed Door WLW Coastal Summer Romance: (Book 3 Moonshell Cove Romance) (Moonshell Cove Romance Series)

Life in Moonshell Cove is defined by the rhythm of the tides and the scent of salt air, but for Clara, the season is starting to feel a little stale. At forty-two, she has built a quiet, content life running the local ice cream parlor, content to leave grand romances to the tourists. That changes when a sudden social obligation forces her into a fake dating arrangement with Julianne, the town’s sophisticated and slightly guarded newcomer. What begins as a convenient performance to appease prying neighbors quickly transforms into something far more genuine. Between shared sunsets on the pier and late-night walks along the shore, the lines between their staged affection and real feelings begin to blur. Julianne brings a sense of wonder back into Clara’s world, challenging her to rethink what she wants from her second act. This gentle, closed-door romance celebrates the beauty of finding love during mid-life. It is a warm, cozy escape that captures the essence of a perfect coastal summer. Whether they are navigating small-town gossip or discovering the quiet intimacy of a growing bond, Clara and Julianne prove that it is never too late to open your heart to a new beginning.