With a pinch of J. Courtney Sullivan's Maine and a dash of Lessons in Chemistry, Last Summer at Maine Chance is a warm, transporting novel about friendship, ambition, and discovering your own worth.
In 1954, Cynthia Proctor's college dreams are thrown into doubt when she loses her scholarship. An unexpected opportunity leads her to Elizabeth Arden's legendary Maine Chance spa, where one summer will introduce her to a world far beyond the classroom.
Amid the sparkling waters of coastal Maine, Cynthia forms unlikely bonds with two women whose lives seem very different from her own. Together, they'll challenge expectations, navigate difficult choices, and discover that the best investment they can make is in themselves.
Inspired by the real Maine Chance spa, this uplifting historical novel blends hidden history, the transporting beauty of coastal Maine, and the enduring power of women supporting women.
Perfect for readers who love:
- strong female characters
- book-club-worthy historical fiction
- beach reads with depth
- uplifting stories of women supporting women
- hidden history
