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Alongside Lucy: An On-Trail Love Adventure
Lucy's done with love. Jacks never found it.
Hiking the entire Appalachian Trail was supposed to mark Lucy's final assertion of independence before returning to life solo after losing her husband. She's learned to trust herself in the wilderness, but when shin splints force her to slow down, she's surprised by how much she craves touch and company from a charming sports therapist who makes her forget she's supposed to be hiking alone. Then she finds a cache of guns hidden beneath a cover of leaves.
When criminals attack, survival trumps solitude.
Getting lost in the Vermont wilderness wasn't part of Jacks' hiking plans. A decade of hiking sections of the trail taught him to find peace in the mountains after losing his grandmother but never required he develop any survival skills. Luckily, he's got Lucy. Not only can she find water and navigate without cell service, her fierce spirit and beautiful body awaken desires he didn't know he was missing. He's confident they can handle whatever nature throws at them, but the people who left hidden guns are a different kind of dangerous.
Some partnerships are forged in fire and fear.
After Lucy is drugged and left to die in the wilderness, she's got nothing but her fierce determination to survive. Meanwhile Jacks has supplies, but no survival skills or sense of direction. Working together is the only chance they've got. With criminals tracking them and no rescue coming, they learn that the strongest foundation isn't built on self-reliance or careful planning. It can only be shaped by two people who choose to face the unknown together, even when the stakes are life and death.
This romantic suspense features a strong, independent woman who wants love for the joy of companionship and a man who seeks a true and equal partner. They’ll get their HEA, but not without some help from friends. Perfect for women who are brave enough to adventure solo, strong enough to dine alone, and crazy enough to believe they can have all of that and a relationship, this story might just change the way you see the woods.
Hiking the entire Appalachian Trail was supposed to mark Lucy's final assertion of independence before returning to life solo after losing her husband. She's learned to trust herself in the wilderness, but when shin splints force her to slow down, she's surprised by how much she craves touch and company from a charming sports therapist who makes her forget she's supposed to be hiking alone. Then she finds a cache of guns hidden beneath a cover of leaves.
When criminals attack, survival trumps solitude.
Getting lost in the Vermont wilderness wasn't part of Jacks' hiking plans. A decade of hiking sections of the trail taught him to find peace in the mountains after losing his grandmother but never required he develop any survival skills. Luckily, he's got Lucy. Not only can she find water and navigate without cell service, her fierce spirit and beautiful body awaken desires he didn't know he was missing. He's confident they can handle whatever nature throws at them, but the people who left hidden guns are a different kind of dangerous.
Some partnerships are forged in fire and fear.
After Lucy is drugged and left to die in the wilderness, she's got nothing but her fierce determination to survive. Meanwhile Jacks has supplies, but no survival skills or sense of direction. Working together is the only chance they've got. With criminals tracking them and no rescue coming, they learn that the strongest foundation isn't built on self-reliance or careful planning. It can only be shaped by two people who choose to face the unknown together, even when the stakes are life and death.
This romantic suspense features a strong, independent woman who wants love for the joy of companionship and a man who seeks a true and equal partner. They’ll get their HEA, but not without some help from friends. Perfect for women who are brave enough to adventure solo, strong enough to dine alone, and crazy enough to believe they can have all of that and a relationship, this story might just change the way you see the woods.
- GenresContemporary
252 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 1, 2022
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June 18, 2022
Alongside Lucy starts as an informative hiker's travelogue, pivots into survival in the woods, and then sends you on a rollicking multi-generational detective adventure to the end. While the crime-solving is sometimes farfetched, the portrayal of a strong female hiking solo on the Appalachian trail is inspirational.
Alongside Lucy has been designated a FEMINIST SPICE CLUB(tm) read, having met all of the requirements of a novel that showcases smart, strong, sexy, and independent female main and supporting characters. The spice is light, but well timed, and rooted in admiration for female strength and spirit.
Alongside Lucy has been designated a FEMINIST SPICE CLUB(tm) read, having met all of the requirements of a novel that showcases smart, strong, sexy, and independent female main and supporting characters. The spice is light, but well timed, and rooted in admiration for female strength and spirit.
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June 7, 2022
Interesting Love Story
As I was unfamiliar with the Appalachian Trail I found the story to be very interesting, learning about hiking terms and the story of Lucy and her journey and knowledge to survive. I had to keep turning the pages to see how it was going to end
As I was unfamiliar with the Appalachian Trail I found the story to be very interesting, learning about hiking terms and the story of Lucy and her journey and knowledge to survive. I had to keep turning the pages to see how it was going to end
February 18, 2023
I absolutely loved the basis for this story, hiking the Appalachian Trail and the trials that befall two innocent hikers who connect briefly for a meal but who both end up fighting to survive and get back to civilisation after encountering the wrong people.
June 30, 2025
Learned about the trail
Romance level: closed door
Writing was okay but a lot of grammar mistakes that made reading not as fun. I liked learning about trail hiking and some of the different things encountered.
Romance level: closed door
Writing was okay but a lot of grammar mistakes that made reading not as fun. I liked learning about trail hiking and some of the different things encountered.
February 12, 2023
Strong woman
An interesting plot I must admit. Kept me reading and had a satisfactory ending. But I want to know about Geri.
An interesting plot I must admit. Kept me reading and had a satisfactory ending. But I want to know about Geri.
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