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A Summer to Remember
Lily’s abrupt end of her long-term relationship has her taking a last minute flight to the small town of Wintervale, Montana. Trying to step out of her comfort zone and experience new things, she comes across the resort’s sunshiny adventure guide. The problem is that his happy attitude annoys her.
Ethan is content in his small-town life, but is completely captivated by the new grumpy tourist who frowns at him at every turn. He can’t help being drawn to her to find out what makes her tick. But he’s falling for her quickly, and she’s not planning to stay.
Through various mishaps and adventures, will she decide Wintervale is the place for her?
Series From cold cozy winters to scorching hot summers, find your next favorite couple in the beautiful small town of Wintervale, Montana.
Follow along with some of your favorite authors as they explore each season, beginning with winter.
Ethan is content in his small-town life, but is completely captivated by the new grumpy tourist who frowns at him at every turn. He can’t help being drawn to her to find out what makes her tick. But he’s falling for her quickly, and she’s not planning to stay.
Through various mishaps and adventures, will she decide Wintervale is the place for her?
Series From cold cozy winters to scorching hot summers, find your next favorite couple in the beautiful small town of Wintervale, Montana.
Follow along with some of your favorite authors as they explore each season, beginning with winter.
138 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 2, 2025
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K.M. Ryan
19 books67 followersK. M. Ryan was born in Spokane, Washington. She enjoys writing steamy, contemporary romance novels, but she enjoys reading them even more!
She knew she wanted to publish a novel at the age of fourteen. Several (unpublished) books later, she finally decided to self-publish at the encouragement of her family and friends. She resides in Nine Mile Falls, Washington with her husband, two children, and one cat.
She knew she wanted to publish a novel at the age of fourteen. Several (unpublished) books later, she finally decided to self-publish at the encouragement of her family and friends. She resides in Nine Mile Falls, Washington with her husband, two children, and one cat.
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June 15, 2025
A summer to remember
Lily and Ethan
Lily just got out of a 7 year relationship visiting Wintervale, Montana where she meets the adventure guy Ethan
I loved this book so much. I read it as a BETA, this book had me laughing out loud, wanting to throw hands with a character and wishing a character was named after me lol.
I loved Lily and Ethan’s story. This whole family is hilarious and I wish I could be friends with them.
Lily and Ethan
Lily just got out of a 7 year relationship visiting Wintervale, Montana where she meets the adventure guy Ethan
I loved this book so much. I read it as a BETA, this book had me laughing out loud, wanting to throw hands with a character and wishing a character was named after me lol.
I loved Lily and Ethan’s story. This whole family is hilarious and I wish I could be friends with them.
June 24, 2025
Love isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s a quiet choice to stay.
Lily (h) didn’t plan to fall apart in Montana. She just needed space, distance from a seven-year relationship that had long since faded. What she didn’t expect was Ethan (H), with his steady calm, crooked smile, and the kind of patience that didn’t ask for anything in return.
She’s a romance author running from the wreckage. He’s a small-town guide who loves exactly where he is. What starts as dry banter and accidental chemistry turns into something deeper after a mountain rescue that shifts everything. In the stillness, Lily begins to breathe again.
But then her past crashes into the present, and Lily has to decide whether she’s returning to the version of herself she left behind, or stepping fully into something new. Ethan never pressures her. He just stands there, solid and open, showing her what real love could be.
Lily goes from emotionally closed-off to fully in her skin again, choosing herself before she chooses anyone else. Ethan remains the anchor, but he grows too, learning that love sometimes means waiting without expectation. Together, they build something real, honest, and deeply earned.
A steamy, grumpy sunshine, small town romance, exploring love and connection, self-discovery, healing after heartbreak, personal growth, friendship, second chances, embracing change, and finding home. It’s about finding your person in the middle of nowhere and realizing you’re finally home.
Lily (h) didn’t plan to fall apart in Montana. She just needed space, distance from a seven-year relationship that had long since faded. What she didn’t expect was Ethan (H), with his steady calm, crooked smile, and the kind of patience that didn’t ask for anything in return.
She’s a romance author running from the wreckage. He’s a small-town guide who loves exactly where he is. What starts as dry banter and accidental chemistry turns into something deeper after a mountain rescue that shifts everything. In the stillness, Lily begins to breathe again.
But then her past crashes into the present, and Lily has to decide whether she’s returning to the version of herself she left behind, or stepping fully into something new. Ethan never pressures her. He just stands there, solid and open, showing her what real love could be.
Lily goes from emotionally closed-off to fully in her skin again, choosing herself before she chooses anyone else. Ethan remains the anchor, but he grows too, learning that love sometimes means waiting without expectation. Together, they build something real, honest, and deeply earned.
A steamy, grumpy sunshine, small town romance, exploring love and connection, self-discovery, healing after heartbreak, personal growth, friendship, second chances, embracing change, and finding home. It’s about finding your person in the middle of nowhere and realizing you’re finally home.
June 28, 2025
I have absolutely fallen in love with this series and I was so excited to read A Summer to Remember, the newest in the collection and it did not disappoint! KM is such a great author and this book was so good. In this book we get Ethan and Lily’s love story. Lily is an author, who just come out of a long term relationship and was looking for a place to go and get away for awhile, she needed space and wanted to clear her head, and of course she ends up in Montana at the Wintervale mountain resort. Ethan’s family as we know owns and they all run different parts of the resort, making it a huge family business. Ethan runs the adventure program, like hiking and outdoor adventures for the resort. Lily is a grumpy sunshine and questions everything lol, but will her and Ethan hit things off, when lily signs up for many of the hikes the resort has to offer? Read to find out!!
June 26, 2025
I was able to ARC read this book, it follow Lily who is an author on vacation after ending her 7 year relationship. As she gets in touch with nature you find out what will lily do next with this new chapter in her life.
Can the good looking guide at her resort win her over?
This was a good short read!
Can the good looking guide at her resort win her over?
This was a good short read!
July 19, 2025
A Summer to Remember is part of the multi-authored Seasons in Montana - Summer series. It's a short and steamy, opposites-attract, reverse grumpy-sunshine, curvy girl gets her hunk small town romance. Lily is a grumpy, jaded, curvy romance out of a long relationship that had died some time ago. She goes to Montana to get away and has a bit of a breakdown. Ethan is the sweet and happy activities coordinator at the resort where she is staying. He is intrigued by the Grumpy girl but she is initially not having it. But he wears her down and brings back her shine. This was a sweet story with some laughs, decent chemistry, and a happy ending. I loved it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 28, 2025
A Summer To Remember is part of the Seasons in Montana series by K. M. Ryan. There are a number of authors who write this series (their individual books) together. You absolutely HAVE to check them out!
LOVE coming home to Wintervale! And I've been completely OBSESSED with Ethan from the beginning! So I was SUPER excited to finally get his story.
Lilly is completely amazing and quickly became another one of my favorite characters. I couldn't put this book down, I was rooting for my girl! After a breakup, she makes a split-second decision to take some time to breathe, and I just HAD to know she if she would find her light and choose to stay.
LOVE coming home to Wintervale! And I've been completely OBSESSED with Ethan from the beginning! So I was SUPER excited to finally get his story.
Lilly is completely amazing and quickly became another one of my favorite characters. I couldn't put this book down, I was rooting for my girl! After a breakup, she makes a split-second decision to take some time to breathe, and I just HAD to know she if she would find her light and choose to stay.
June 23, 2025
This is a delectable reverse grumpy sunshine where Lily is our grump visiting Wintervale to get away after a breakup and Ethan, our adventure guide, is pure sunshine. Besides her beauty, when he overhears something Lily’s beat friend says to her on the phone, he can’t help but be intrigued. He does everything he can to get under that prickly exterior. Reading their journey was a delight. I can’t wait for the next book!
June 25, 2025
I always love a book that I can’t put down. Starting with the first chapter, I was laughing and excited to see what would happen next.
Lily is a grumpy author going through a breakup and she meets Ethan on her first day in a new town. He is intrigued by her and doesn’t stop until he breaks down her walls.
I was literally gasping and laughing throughout the entire book! Absolutely LOVED IT!!
Lily is a grumpy author going through a breakup and she meets Ethan on her first day in a new town. He is intrigued by her and doesn’t stop until he breaks down her walls.
I was literally gasping and laughing throughout the entire book! Absolutely LOVED IT!!
June 26, 2025
Another good story in the town of wintervale. This one follows Lily and Ethan. Lily randomly decided to visit the resort after a break up, using the time to clear out her head when she keeps running into Ethan the overly happy person. After an incident happens they start spending time together and getting closer. When he ex shows up threatening everything how will Lily handle it?
July 1, 2025
I had the privilege of arc reading this book for K.M. Ryan and let me just say her writing and stories never disappoint!
This was a quick and fun read that had me laughing the whole time. I enjoyed following Ethan and Lily’s story and seeing where they ended up. There’s a few twists I didn’t see coming but I loved how it ended. The way Ethan continuously shows up for Lily is top tier book boyfriend material.
I highly recommend this cute and fun reverse grumpy-sunshine love story!
This was a quick and fun read that had me laughing the whole time. I enjoyed following Ethan and Lily’s story and seeing where they ended up. There’s a few twists I didn’t see coming but I loved how it ended. The way Ethan continuously shows up for Lily is top tier book boyfriend material.
I highly recommend this cute and fun reverse grumpy-sunshine love story!
July 3, 2025
Amazing book. Read in 1 day and didn't want to put it down. Have loved the whole series so far. A must read!
July 11, 2025
A delightful addition to this series. I enjoyed the reverse sunshine/grumpy of Lily and Ethan. Lily has come to Montana after a long term relationship ended and is definitely not looking for love. Ethan works as a tour manager for the family lodge and falls instantly for Lily. Can he convince her to give love another chance? Heartwarming story with a feel good HEA.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 4, 2025
The story follows Lily and Ethan in a reverse Grumpy x Sunshine dynamic.
Lily is a woman from Texas who has just ended a long-term relationship of seven years and is looking for a place to escape. After seeing a picture of Wintervale, Montana, she books a flight and ends up staying at the local resort owned by the Blake family. However, Lily has a secret—one that's not troubling but significant nonetheless. During her time in Wintervale, she discovers much more than she bargained for.
Ethan Blake is the tour guide at his family's resort in Wintervale. He notices Lily staring at him from her resort window on the fourth floor. A series of events unfolds that brings Ethan and Lily together, including Lily signing up for hikes at the resort, unknowingly choosing the hot guy she was admiring as her guide.
Overall, this story was wonderful and well told, but the overuse of one specific word was a turnoff for me. It was amusing the first couple of times, but using it 12 to 13 times throughout the story was excessive in my opinion.
Lily is a woman from Texas who has just ended a long-term relationship of seven years and is looking for a place to escape. After seeing a picture of Wintervale, Montana, she books a flight and ends up staying at the local resort owned by the Blake family. However, Lily has a secret—one that's not troubling but significant nonetheless. During her time in Wintervale, she discovers much more than she bargained for.
Ethan Blake is the tour guide at his family's resort in Wintervale. He notices Lily staring at him from her resort window on the fourth floor. A series of events unfolds that brings Ethan and Lily together, including Lily signing up for hikes at the resort, unknowingly choosing the hot guy she was admiring as her guide.
Overall, this story was wonderful and well told, but the overuse of one specific word was a turnoff for me. It was amusing the first couple of times, but using it 12 to 13 times throughout the story was excessive in my opinion.
July 4, 2025
Lily is an author who is just getting out of a seven year relationship which really kind of was a relationship of convenience.
Lily decides she needs to take a vacation and of course, no better place than Wintervale! Lily meets Ethan who is the adventure guide for the tourist and she happens to be signed up for a lot of adventures.
But, did I mention that Lily is the grump and Ethan is the always happy one?
Ethan’s family of course is all over this as they always are nosey and providing comedy throughout.
Ethan eventually is able to get a smile and some laughs from Lily! But then of course… Someone unexpected shows up right when it was going good!
My only complaint about the book is I felt the word d*cking was overly used, I thought it was funny in the first scene but after that it felt over done. But K.M. literally never misses with her novellas she provides enough detail, storyline, spice and humor to keep you engaged! I am loving this Montana Series!
Lily decides she needs to take a vacation and of course, no better place than Wintervale! Lily meets Ethan who is the adventure guide for the tourist and she happens to be signed up for a lot of adventures.
But, did I mention that Lily is the grump and Ethan is the always happy one?
Ethan’s family of course is all over this as they always are nosey and providing comedy throughout.
Ethan eventually is able to get a smile and some laughs from Lily! But then of course… Someone unexpected shows up right when it was going good!
My only complaint about the book is I felt the word d*cking was overly used, I thought it was funny in the first scene but after that it felt over done. But K.M. literally never misses with her novellas she provides enough detail, storyline, spice and humor to keep you engaged! I am loving this Montana Series!
June 27, 2025
Lily’ is a romance writer with no romance in her life. She has just end a seven year relationship that was more like room mates, that turned her into a grump. Finding herself in a small town of Wintervale, Montana. Promising herself to come out of her comfort zone, which is writing and staying in. Ethan is one of the owners and is full of joy and smiles. He is also resort’s adventure guide. He is fascinated by her and she finds him annoying. A camping trip starts to turn Lily around and a hot marshmallow seems to bring these two see what can happen. He has fallen for her quickly, but she’s not planning to stay, and the ex reappears, oh some great friends and family, perfect amount of spice.
Does Lilly find her happy ending.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Does Lilly find her happy ending.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 2, 2025
A secret identity?
Lily may work under a pen name and therefore have a secret identity, but she quickly realises that the life she has been living is not the life she wants. Wintervale breathes new life into her, her writing and her hopes for the future and it is a pleasure to join her for this journey. Ethan is the happiest and most upbeat of all his siblings, you cannot help but be drawn to him and like him, he knows exactly how to challenge Lily just enough to push her into reassessing her life, her thoughts and what she deserves. He is determined to show her she deserves to be worshipped and he definitely wants to be the man to do that.
A really lovely addition to the series which I read on Kindle Unlimited.
Lily may work under a pen name and therefore have a secret identity, but she quickly realises that the life she has been living is not the life she wants. Wintervale breathes new life into her, her writing and her hopes for the future and it is a pleasure to join her for this journey. Ethan is the happiest and most upbeat of all his siblings, you cannot help but be drawn to him and like him, he knows exactly how to challenge Lily just enough to push her into reassessing her life, her thoughts and what she deserves. He is determined to show her she deserves to be worshipped and he definitely wants to be the man to do that.
A really lovely addition to the series which I read on Kindle Unlimited.
July 6, 2025
Super cute little novella that you can cozy up and read to in an evening. A sweet story with a reverse grumpy/sunshine trope.
Lily and Ethan are so adorable together and I liked their easy banter and quick fall in love story. Lily is a romance writer just getting out of a long term relationship that truly ended so long ago. Ethan works on a resort with his family where Lily ends up going to get away from it all. They get to know each other on all the hikes and other excursions at the resort and things fall nicely into place.
Heartwarming story with a nice HEA. I do wish it was just a little longer with just a little more build up but overall a charming sweet story to read quickly.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Lily and Ethan are so adorable together and I liked their easy banter and quick fall in love story. Lily is a romance writer just getting out of a long term relationship that truly ended so long ago. Ethan works on a resort with his family where Lily ends up going to get away from it all. They get to know each other on all the hikes and other excursions at the resort and things fall nicely into place.
Heartwarming story with a nice HEA. I do wish it was just a little longer with just a little more build up but overall a charming sweet story to read quickly.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 2, 2025
This is book #10 In The Seasons of Montana series and Wintervale resorts where everyone ends up finding love ,but that's thd last thing Ethan wants, but will fate step in and change his mind? Lily just got out of a long term relationship and decided to get away and try to finish her book . Will she change her mind about giving love another chance? I throughly enjoyed this book and couldn't put it down and loved the characters in it as well. It such a great series and its like a big family you cant wait to see what happens next. Great Book!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 8, 2025
Small town romance.
Lily is an author who decides to leave everything behind after a brutal breakup with her longtime boyfriend. She then meets the magnificent Ethan, the mountain guide who is far too cheerful for her.
Ethan works for the family lodge as a tour manager. When he meets the beautiful Lily, it's love at first sight, despite her grumpy side.
Will Lily and Ethan have a beautiful story, or will their differences tear them apart….
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Lily is an author who decides to leave everything behind after a brutal breakup with her longtime boyfriend. She then meets the magnificent Ethan, the mountain guide who is far too cheerful for her.
Ethan works for the family lodge as a tour manager. When he meets the beautiful Lily, it's love at first sight, despite her grumpy side.
Will Lily and Ethan have a beautiful story, or will their differences tear them apart….
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 10, 2025
Oh my gosh, absolutely yes. After getting Jackson's and Mias story, I needed Ethans...and it was beautiful.
I love the mishaps that helped shape their amazing love story, because it makes it so much more epic. Like come on, that marshmallow...priceless. And even though Lily came as a much needed break, she found love and an extended family. She found the peace she needed with the sunshine man for her grumpy nature.
So, if you need a quick read that's only gonna make you smile as you zoom through it, grab this one!
I love the mishaps that helped shape their amazing love story, because it makes it so much more epic. Like come on, that marshmallow...priceless. And even though Lily came as a much needed break, she found love and an extended family. She found the peace she needed with the sunshine man for her grumpy nature.
So, if you need a quick read that's only gonna make you smile as you zoom through it, grab this one!
July 15, 2025
This multi author collaboration centers around the love life's of those who visit and live in the beautiful small town of Wintervale, Montana. First off the bat is Lily and Ethan, there's is a revers grumpy/sunshine romance. Lily come to the resort that Ethan works at and he becomes fascinated with the grumpy/moody Lily. The book is easy to read, has great characters and solid storyline. Can't wait to read the rest of the books in this series!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 4, 2025
I read Jackson and Mia’s story when it came out. Very excited to read another story in this series - and boy it did not disappoint! Loved Ethan and Lily’s story. After coming out of a long term relationship, the last thing Lily was looking for was love. Ethan didn’t give up and got his HEA. Definitely recommend.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 6, 2025
Quick read with a series I am enjoying! Lily and Ethan are a fun addition to this series. Lily is traveling after getting out of a long-term relationship that was truly over romantically a long time before. Ethan is the adventure guide at the resort, and he's got a sunny disposition. Lily is a writer who is the grumpy to his sunshine! Get ready for entertaining adventure.
July 14, 2025
I have fallen in love with this whole series but I honestly think this is my favorite so far. Lilly just wanted some space and didn't think she'd fall in love. I was in the characters shoes where I didn't expect to meet the love of my life at the time I did. Super cute quick but enjoyed every min of it. Every book K.M. Ryan comes out with is a 10/10 for me!
July 5, 2025
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. I liked how Lily's escape to Wintervale after her breakup leads to love with Ethan. He is the guy she always dreamed of finding. I enjoyed the s'mores scenes.
July 10, 2025
Ethan and Lily are wonderful characters. Their story pulls you in from the beginning. Such a wonderful chemistry,.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 28, 2025
An adventure of heart that never backs down. Ryan brings personality to an emotional whirlwind. Ryan finds endearing within the heartache. From the humor of small town living to the drama of romance, A Summer to Remember is unforgettable.
August 24, 2025
Loved this!
Loved this book and was so happy to be back in Montana with the family. I love when characters from previous books appear in the current one. It’s a fun group, and this one had so many funny scenes. I laughed out loud quite a bit. I’m looking forward to Miles story.
Loved this book and was so happy to be back in Montana with the family. I love when characters from previous books appear in the current one. It’s a fun group, and this one had so many funny scenes. I laughed out loud quite a bit. I’m looking forward to Miles story.
September 27, 2025
Love being taken back to Wintervale and seeing another one of our favorite brothers get hit by cupids arrow! Reverse grumpy sunshine, where he is a ray of sunshine and she is the female version of groucho lol. The things they get upto you cant help but giggle and route for their HEA.
July 29, 2025
I really enjoyed this book. It is my first KM Ryan book, and I could not put it down. love the reverse grumpy sunshine. highly recommend.
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