The Guest Cottage by Lori Foster: Review

If there’s one type of romance trope, I love it is Lake cottages in small town communities. Meeting the perfect guy and developing an amazing love story.

There’s so many pieces there that remind me of my own life, and when the story is told by an amazing storyteller, such as this one, you know it’s gonna be a amazing summer read. Hear my thoughts and review for this upcoming summer romance.

The Guest Cottage by Lori Foster
Publisher: ‎Kensington
Pub Date: May 27, 2025
ISBN-13: 978-1496752352

OVERVIEW:
Marlow Heddings is starting over. She’s carried the outrage of her husband Dylan’s affair with a younger woman—and the expectations of his family’s powerful Chicago holdings company—long enough. Now, after another devastating twist of fate, she’s unapologetically moving on.

Arriving in tiny Bramble, Kentucky, Marlow revels in her freedom, swapping her executive suits for sundresses . . . and scouting places to open her dream boutique. Best of all is her new residence, an adorable cottage with gorgeous lake views—and a breathtaking landlord, former Marine Cort Easton. Soon they’re sharing dockside morning coffee and nighttime firefly gazing. Marlow’s new life feels like a dream.

Then Pixie Nolan arrives on her doorstep. With a shocking secret.

To Marlow’s astonishment, Dylan’s “other woman” is a desperate girl of nineteen, destitute, exhausted, and disowned by her family. Defying her manipulative in-laws’ demands, and surprising even herself, Marlow vows to lay down roots in Bramble and help Pixie get on her feet. Then they’ll part ways. But empathy has a way of forging bonds. As Marlow grows close to the hard-working, devoted young woman, she becomes something of a big sister to Pixie.

Now, with each sunrise, Marlow awakens to the life she was truly meant to live, one filled with deepening connections, supportive friendship . . . and even a second chance at love.

The Guest Cottage by Lori Foster Review

I often wish I could find my own cottage on the lake where I could escape and create a beautiful simple life. Foster paints an amazing picture in this quaint yet odd town in the middle of nowhere.

Interesting dynamics abound between a city girl in desperate need of a change and her hot new landlord and I love them all.

The story has so many different levels to it. Between divorce and death, and mother-in-law‘s, father’s in-laws, quirky residents who stand up for you and protect you. Amazing family dynamics that dive develop out of nowhere. And of course, a blooming romance with an amazing male character.

There’s so much to love about the story. The strength of a woman. The kindness of others. A strong supportive man. Descriptions of a beautiful home on the lake

Foster wins us over with every paragraph. The story is dynamic, exciting, and she throws in many surprises along the way. Her descriptions and characters are vivid and leave a lasting impression.

This clean romance is a perfect summer read that takes you through an awesome experience that will make your heart sing. Love it!

5 STARS!!

Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.