Meet Me in the Keys

Meet Me for Romance #2

by Jillian Walsh

She came to the Keys to find peace. He’s the storm she never saw coming.Schoolteacher Aubrey Wagner never expected to inherit a weathered seaside cottage or feel drawn to the handsome but gruff local who offers to help her fix it up. But with hurricane season brewing and emotions running high, Aubrey is determined to start over, even if her heart isn't quite ready to trust again.

Jake McLean has spent his life storm-proofing residential and commercial properties while and keeping people at arm’s length. When the woman staying in his late mentor’s cottage turns out to be far more than a summer visitor, Jake finds himself caught between the past he’s never talked about and the future he’s not sure he deserves.

As the two work side by side, sparks fly faster than lightning on the horizon. But when a real storm threatens everything they’ve built, will they brave the winds together or let their fears tear them apart?

perfect for fans of kisses-only, heartfelt, slow-burn romance with grumpy~sunshine chemistry, small-town coastal charm, and a swoony happily-ever-after.

266 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 5, 2025

About the author

Jillian Walsh writes feel-good, sweet romance with heart. She’s been weaving stories inside her head for decades. Fortunately, nowadays, she writes them down.

Fall in love with her heartfelt characters, soak up her dreamy, vacation-like settings, and get caught up in her escapist PG reads.

A lover of the great outdoors, Walsh can often be found on walking trails, hanging out with her husband and two teenagers, sipping coffee with friends, or huddled up in a comfy chair reading from her ebook reader.

Reviews

[Dana · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great small beach town romance. Love a good small town romance plus anytime it involves the beach or ocean I’m sold. I loved the characters in this story as they felt so real and like I was in the book myself. Lastly but not least at all, love all the doggies

[Marie Bourgery · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aubrey jumps at the chance to stay at the Florida Keys house she inherited from her uncle for the summer after her ex announces he's getting remarried but she didn't expect the house to need so much work. Lifetime resident Jake offers his general contractor skills and soon they draw closer but a scare during a hurricane causes him to push her away. Will he pull his head out of the sand and tell her how she feels before he loses her? I loved how the community helped and looked out for each other. This was a kisses only romance.

[Teresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great beach read. Love these characters. Great meet cute. Loved this clean romance. I love Aubrey's heart.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the fourth book I've read written by Jillian Walsh; I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is the second book in the Meet Me for Romance Series; it is a stand-alone book. The story is about Aubrey & Jake.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this! I have loved every Meet Me book I've read. I loved Jake and Aubrey. Their chemistry was great. It was such a feel good read. I really needed it while being sick. It lifted my spirits.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Karol Dreibelbis · Rating 4 out of 5]

great story

Enjoyed this sweet story of 2nd chances at love. Enjoyed it so much. Really liked both main characters very much.