Things to Do When It's Raining
by Marissa Stapley
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Pub Date Feb 06 2018 | Archive Date Feb 20 2018
Simon & Schuster Canada | Simon & Schuster
Description
When secrets tear love apart, can the truth mend it?
Mae Summers and Gabe Broadbent grew up together in the idyllic Summers’ Inn, perched at the edge the St. Lawrence River. Mae was orphaned at the age of six and Gabe needed protection from his alcoholic father, so both were raised under one roof by Mae’s grandparents, Lily and George. A childhood friendship quickly developed into a first love—a love that was suddenly broken by Gabe’s unexpected departure. Mae grew up and got over her heartbreak, and started a life for herself in New York City.
After more than a decade, Mae and Gabe find themselves pulled back to Alexandria Bay by separate forces. Hoping to find solace within the Summers’ Inn, Mae instead finds her grandparents in the midst of decline and their past unravelling around her. A lifetime of secrets that implicate Gabe and Mae’s family reveal a version of the past that will forever change Mae’s future.
From the bestselling author of Mating for Life comes a poignant generational story about family and secrets. With honesty and heart, Marissa Stapley reminds us of the redemptive power of love and forgiveness, and that, ultimately, family is a choice.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781501131868 |
| PRICE | CA$22.00 (CAD) |
| PAGES | 256 |
Featured Reviews
Brenda V, Bookseller
I loved THINGS TO DO WHEN IT’S RAINING. Mae and Gabe’s childhood friendship takes a romantic turn as teenagers. Gabe’s sudden and unexplained departure from Alexandria Bay leaves Mae hurt and bewildered. Now an adult, Mae’s fiancé has deserted her so she returns home to heal. Gabe is called back to take care of his ailing father. Naturally Gabe and Mae meet and their story begins again.
I found the story engaging. It was easy to read and would be a great book to read on vacation.
Kendra M, Reviewer
A lovely and slightly melancholy story about three generations of a family with a whiff of a mystery pervading the narrative. The idea that we repeat patterns over generations and try to break certain moulds is explored effectively. I would recommend this as an easy read for the beach that will sweep you up in the story.
Carole F, Reviewer
Thank you to Simon & Schuster Canada and NetGalley for providing me with an e-copy of Things to Do when it's Raining by Marissa Stapley in exchange for an honest review. This is the story of Mae and Gabe who grew up together in Alexandria Bay at Mae's grandparents' summer inn. Their childhood friendship, over time, morphed into first love for both. During their teenage years, they became separated due to events beyond their control. Many years later, fate brings them back to Alexandria Bay and you will want to read this novel to discover all the secrets and mysteries that could again keep Mae and Gabe apart. This is a love story with much drama and suspense. I very much enjoyed Things to Do when it's Raining. Highly recommended. Marissa Stapley is also the author of the critically acclaimed novel Mating for Life.
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