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Lake Lyla #3
Winter Sky
Winter’s never been afraid of a challenge — but Owen might be the one challenge she didn’t see coming.
Winter has a joyful energy and a take-charge attitude that can melt even the iciest of walls… except Owen’s. He’s spent years building emotional walls strong enough to keep anyone at arm’s length, and every forced moment together feels like a test of wills. Yet as they navigate festivities, family expectations, and snowy nights in Lake Lyla, those barriers start to crack — revealing a chemistry neither can deny.
Their tension is electric, their sparks are real, and with every shared laugh and reluctant glance, Winter begins to wonder if this once-stoic man might just be capable of more than anything she bargained for.
The third standalone novel in the Lake Lyla series, Winter Sky brings holiday warmth and emotional heat in equal measure — a cozy small-town romance full of sizzling tension, slow-burn attraction, and the kind of love that sneaks up when you least expect it. Perfect for readers who crave rivals-to-lovers vibes and heartfelt happy endings. Available in Kindle Unlimited.
Winter has a joyful energy and a take-charge attitude that can melt even the iciest of walls… except Owen’s. He’s spent years building emotional walls strong enough to keep anyone at arm’s length, and every forced moment together feels like a test of wills. Yet as they navigate festivities, family expectations, and snowy nights in Lake Lyla, those barriers start to crack — revealing a chemistry neither can deny.
Their tension is electric, their sparks are real, and with every shared laugh and reluctant glance, Winter begins to wonder if this once-stoic man might just be capable of more than anything she bargained for.
The third standalone novel in the Lake Lyla series, Winter Sky brings holiday warmth and emotional heat in equal measure — a cozy small-town romance full of sizzling tension, slow-burn attraction, and the kind of love that sneaks up when you least expect it. Perfect for readers who crave rivals-to-lovers vibes and heartfelt happy endings. Available in Kindle Unlimited.
267 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 17, 2022
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Jenna Starly
4 books15 followersThe author of flirty, fun, fast feels, Jenna Starly is the pen name of women's fiction writer Erin Gordon. Learn more at JennaStarly.com.
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April 11, 2023
Loved the anxiety representation. Best one out of the three.
I really want to read more about Cole and his story.
I hope we get a new book soon.
I really want to read more about Cole and his story.
I hope we get a new book soon.
December 5, 2025
This is a forced proximity Christmas love story that I’m sure you will love as much as I did! It was cute fun and quick!
December 6, 2022
If I could have given this no stars or a .5 I would have. I have never grimaced while reading an entire book before but now I can say I have. I HATED EVERY SECOND of this book and it was almost my first ever DNF.
First off, the writing was so jumpy and awkward. It didn't flow nicely, it really felt like reading a rough draft before you start putting the final piece together before editing. If I had to read about how Autumn was Winter's identical twin or the fact that no one knew about her toxic "side hussle" (which I will get into), I will lose my mind. There were a ton of moments like this, this is what just jumped out the most.
The dialogue felt sooooo uncomfortable to read through. It was like any emotion was sucked out of Winter and Owen's interactions the minute they spoke. They had no chemistry other than the fact that they thought each other was hot, which was mentioned by either character internally literally any time the other spoke - especially during moments where the other character was upset or "passionate" about something. It felt creepy. For example, there was a point where Winter was describing the definition of gaslighting to Owen and he said "wow that's crazy" and she freaks out on him and all he can think about is how hot she is and how he wants to kiss her....like sir...
Then, we get into Winter's "side hussle" of "getting revenge" on people who have specifically "gaslit" her clients. The entire business felt TOXIC. She kept having to say that "she never did anything that would hurt anyone" but then goes into a story to Owen about how she once put a mans WORK AND HOME ADDRESS ON A SKETCHY DATING WEBSITE......HIS ADDRESS. All because he stopped his fiancé from getting a job. Like I agree, the guy sucks, but that's DANGEROUS. They way she talks about the things she would do for her clients were straight toxic and it all stemmed because her ex gaslit her.
That was another point, I understand all trauma hits people differently, but her backstory with her ex and the beginning of her business wasn't very strong. It felt petty and toxic. Winter also suffered from regular panic attacks, but it wasn't really clear what was triggering them, especially since her major issue was her ex who used to gaslight her. It felt like Starly used a panic disorder, not because it made sense to Winter's character, but as a plot device to push her and Owen together - which felt weird and like she was romanticizing a mental disorder. She REALLY could have benefitted from therapy as could all her clients. Same goes with Owen. He may not be toxic, but he CLEARLY has anxiety surrounding his dad and a potential Alzheimer's diagnosis that he should be talking to a professional about.
To wrap all of this up, there was virtually no conflict. I GUESS you could say it was Owen there trying to change Winter's gym and her wanting to keep it wholesome? But it wasn't really enough to hinge an entire plot on. There was no conflict between Owen and Winter and whenever they had anything that could have turned into an actual conflict it was quickly dissolved.
Just save yourself a couple of hours and some money. Do not buy this book. I am assuming that the others in this "series" are on the same level. I'm sorry for being so blunt but I want my 2.5 hours back.
First off, the writing was so jumpy and awkward. It didn't flow nicely, it really felt like reading a rough draft before you start putting the final piece together before editing. If I had to read about how Autumn was Winter's identical twin or the fact that no one knew about her toxic "side hussle" (which I will get into), I will lose my mind. There were a ton of moments like this, this is what just jumped out the most.
The dialogue felt sooooo uncomfortable to read through. It was like any emotion was sucked out of Winter and Owen's interactions the minute they spoke. They had no chemistry other than the fact that they thought each other was hot, which was mentioned by either character internally literally any time the other spoke - especially during moments where the other character was upset or "passionate" about something. It felt creepy. For example, there was a point where Winter was describing the definition of gaslighting to Owen and he said "wow that's crazy" and she freaks out on him and all he can think about is how hot she is and how he wants to kiss her....like sir...
Then, we get into Winter's "side hussle" of "getting revenge" on people who have specifically "gaslit" her clients. The entire business felt TOXIC. She kept having to say that "she never did anything that would hurt anyone" but then goes into a story to Owen about how she once put a mans WORK AND HOME ADDRESS ON A SKETCHY DATING WEBSITE......HIS ADDRESS. All because he stopped his fiancé from getting a job. Like I agree, the guy sucks, but that's DANGEROUS. They way she talks about the things she would do for her clients were straight toxic and it all stemmed because her ex gaslit her.
That was another point, I understand all trauma hits people differently, but her backstory with her ex and the beginning of her business wasn't very strong. It felt petty and toxic. Winter also suffered from regular panic attacks, but it wasn't really clear what was triggering them, especially since her major issue was her ex who used to gaslight her. It felt like Starly used a panic disorder, not because it made sense to Winter's character, but as a plot device to push her and Owen together - which felt weird and like she was romanticizing a mental disorder. She REALLY could have benefitted from therapy as could all her clients. Same goes with Owen. He may not be toxic, but he CLEARLY has anxiety surrounding his dad and a potential Alzheimer's diagnosis that he should be talking to a professional about.
To wrap all of this up, there was virtually no conflict. I GUESS you could say it was Owen there trying to change Winter's gym and her wanting to keep it wholesome? But it wasn't really enough to hinge an entire plot on. There was no conflict between Owen and Winter and whenever they had anything that could have turned into an actual conflict it was quickly dissolved.
Just save yourself a couple of hours and some money. Do not buy this book. I am assuming that the others in this "series" are on the same level. I'm sorry for being so blunt but I want my 2.5 hours back.
December 8, 2022
I’ll give this a 3.5. It’s a cute, quick holiday love story. But there’s a lot of overage of detail in places that I feel are wasted and could’ve been used more in focus of the characters and their time together. I wanted more interaction and time spent with Winter and Owen, not so much focus on business.
October 8, 2022
Another wonderful book by Jenna Starly. I loved the characters and the story. Super fun read!
March 6, 2025
*3.25
January 5, 2026
This book was mid. I listened to it and don’t feel like I concentrated on it enough to make a full review. It was cute but like so many others I have read.
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