“I want a re-do,” she whispers, eyes hooded and unfocused.
For a second, I think she means dinner. But when her eyes lift again, I know she feels everything I’m feeling right now. There’s desperation in her blue irises that has to be mirrored in mine.
“Our first kiss,” she clarifies. - Maple
Anchored: a story that will make you smile, giggle and laugh out loud. You will step into the lives of Holt and Maple, feeling as if they've always been a part of your life. This isn't just a feel good happily ever after; oh no. It's a tale that perhaps you, yourself, may have already lived. Second chances at love don't always come around.
Thoroughly enjoyed this book! Always a pleasure to delve into Marika Ray's sweet and saucy tomes! Anchors a-weigh readers! Hang on tight, it's going to be a wet and wild ride!
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Neurodivergent romance for the win!
Whether Marika is writing about my favorite towns in her world, Auburn Hill or B|u3b@||, or introducing us to a brand new world, it’s ALWAYS phenomenal! Holt and Maple are so much fun, so relatable, real, and refreshing. This was a five star read from start to finish! See y’all on another page!
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Whether Marika is writing about my favorite towns in her world, Auburn Hill or B|u3b@||, or introducing us to a brand new world, it’s ALWAYS phenomenal! Holt and Maple are so much fun, so relatable, real, and refreshing. This was a five star read from start to finish! See y’all on another page!
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2025
• Fake engagement with her grandma’s physical therapist
One of the best feel-good reads of the year!
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2025
• Forced proximity in the cabin on Anchor Lake
• Opposites attract
• Childhood vacation crush to lovers
• No third act breakup
• Family mystery solved
Holt and Maple met as teenagers during the time Maple spent her summers in Anchor Lake visiting her Grandma Gracie. It was during one of these summers that they both experienced their first kiss with each other.
Several years later, after being contacted by her Grandma’s doctor regarding concerns related to her health, Maple finds herself back in Anchor Lake.
Upon her return, Maple is surprised to learn that not only is Holt her Grandma’s physical therapist at the retirement home where she now resides, but he is also renting Gracie’s cottage where Maple was planning on staying.
When Grandma Gracie confuses Holt as Maple’s fiancé, they do not correct her based on her failing memory and do not want to upset her. Holt agrees to help Maple by keeping up the charade. In addition to being forced to share the cottage due to the lack of any other options, seeing as it is the peak of tourist season, and their “fake” relationship, Holt and Maple find themselves investigating a mystery involving Grandma Gracie and an unknown man from her youth.
This book is one of the best feel-good books I have read in a long time. It deals with the feelings of being less than by both main characters and perfectly shows how acceptance by someone else can make you feel seen and change your impression of yourself. It is packed with love, laugh-out-loud moments, amazing chemistry, mystery, and a well-deserved HEA.
I highly recommend it to any reader looking for a perfect beach read or just an overall heartwarming story.
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