In the close-knit community of Chesapeake Shores, Maryland, Susie O€Brien and Mack Franklin€s €œnot dating€ claim befuddles everyone, especially since the two spend every spare minute together. Susie€s thrilled when their friendship finally heats up. Then, just when happily-ever-after seems within reach, Mack loses the job he loves and Susie faces a devastating diagnosis. But O€Briens always unite in a crisis. Even her cousin Jess, Susie€s rival for most of their lives, becomes her staunchest supporter €• especially when Mack€s former lover comes to town. The stakes are higher than ever before, but Susie€s definitely up to the challenge...as long as Mack€s right there by her side. €œWoods€ amazing grasp of human nature€¦make[s] this story universal.€ €•RT Book Reviews on Driftwood Cottage