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There are secrets meant to be shared and those that must be kept forever ...

In SUMMER SECRETS bestselling author Barbara Freethy presents her most powerful contemporary novel -- the story of three unique sisters ... the secrets that bind them for life ... and the summer that will set them free.

"In the tradition of Lavyrle Spencer, gifted author Barbara Freethy creates an irresistible tale of family secrets, riveting adventure and heart-touching romance." Susan Wiggs

Summary

Bestselling author Barbara Freethy presents her most powerful contemporary novel -- the story of three unique sisters, the secrets that bind them for life, and the summer that will set them free.

Eight years ago, the three McKenna sisters, Kate, Ashley and Caroline, had their fifteen minutes of fame. Driven by their ambitious father, they won an around-the-world sailing race as teenagers. But something happened out on the turbulent sea -- during a fierce storm they could never forget.

Now Tyler Jamison has come to Castleton, a small picturesque island off the coast of Washington State, asking questions about the famous McKennas. But even as the sisters close ranks against the tenacious reporter, the past threatens to drown them in its wake. It will take Caroline's willingness to right a wrong, Ashley's struggle to face her greatest fears, and Kate's attempt to embrace life -- and love -- to finally calm the winds and stop the rain ...