Love to Alice

by Erin Henderson

Sometimes the most beautiful beginnings blossom from heartbreak.

Finding her life suddenly shattered, twenty-eight-year-old Alice is stunned to discover she’s inherited her beloved late Aunt Lucy’s lakefront home in White Rock, Muskoka.

Alice hopes the quiet northern town will help her find her footing again and ease the crippling panic attacks she’s been having. Instead, it hands her surprises she couldn’t have anticipated — including David, a handsome local who steals her attention, and a buried family secret that makes her question the trust she had with the people she loved the most.

And then there’s Jordan Beck.

Jordan, a local police officer with a guarded heart and a past that’s damaged him deeply, becomes Alice’s unexpected source of comfort. Their easy friendship deepens into something warmer, brighter… and far more dangerous to the walls he’s spent years building.

Just as Alice begins to believe she might have a future in Muskoka — and maybe with Jordan — their lives take a devastating turn.
Will the weight of their pasts be the wrecking ball to their future, or will love be the salvation they never saw coming?


Set among the sparkling lakes of Muskoka, Ontario, this heartfelt contemporary romance is a story of second chances, buried secrets, and the courage it takes to open your heart again. Perfect for fans of small-town charm, slow-burn chemistry, and emotionally rich love stories.

324 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 9, 2025

Reviews

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heartfelt book about finding love in unexpected places and ways set against the beautiful backdrop of Muskoka!

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is so warm and cozy. I would recommend to anyone looking for immersive lake and small town settings. I loved the banter, it made the whole journey so fun. Great debut novel!

[Lesley Topping · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was just what I needed on a cold winter day. Put me on a dock by the lake in cottage country with this romance and I’m all set. Great read!

[Franca · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this read. I have mostly stayed away from the love triangle tropes (not that that's what this is exactly) but thought it was so well handled in this book. I was invested pretty early on and that's almost all I ask of a book! I started reading on a Friday and then couldn't put it down all day Saturday until it was done! It was such a cozy and inviting read. Love that we get both summer cottage vibes and Christmas cottage vibes! I love the friendship and love story that develops and found myself thinking about it even days after I was done. Such a sweet, enjoyable read!

[Alise Galante · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book, it helped that many of the characters had names of people in my life but the story was just so beautiful. I resonate with life changing drastically after losing someone really close to you and the growth that comes with it so I loved reading Alice’s journey unfold. Everyone deserves a Jordan in their life <3

I hope to see more from this author in the future!

[Stefani Chevalier · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just finished reading this book and I think this was my favourite story I have ever read. I didn’t want to put it down. I loved the characters and the setting it took place in. After finishing this book this evening I’m kind of sad it’s over! Looking forward to reading any future novels Erin Henderson writes!!

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love love loved this book! So well written. Kept me hooked the whole time and when I had to put it down, I couldn’t wait to pick it back up.

[Tabitha R · Rating 5 out of 5]

Didn’t want to put this book down! Such a great read. It’s a gentle, heartfelt story that explores love, growth, and emotional connection.

[Devon · Rating 5 out of 5]

A cute story about losing life and finding it again. Really well written. It was really fun to read about parts of Muskoka that I've experienced in my own life.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an amazing feel good book! It was hard to put down! Great job!