A wounded Marine turned famous mystery writer searching for the perfect place to nurse his wounds after a bitter divorce. A plain librarian looking to make extra money by renting a room in her idyllic mountain cottage. Will living in such close quarters open their hearts to one another? Tilly Jackson finds that living in a secluded mountain cottage all alone can lead to lonely nights and an empty heart. In order to make extra money, she rents a room in her cabin on a vacation rental website. Imagine her surprise when her first renter ends up being a drop dead gorgeous Marine in need of some TLC.

All Dean Townsend is looking for is a little peace and quiet. Fighting in a war then coming home to fight over his money with his ex-wife has destroyed his spirit. Looking to withdraw from the world, the quiet majesty of the Blue Ridge Mountains seems like the perfect spot to write his next bestseller. When Dean realizes that his charming landlady may complicate his plans, will this Marine run for cover? Or will he open his heart and find out if true love really does heal all wounds? Grab a glass of sweet tea and make yourself at home in the small town of Forest Grove.

The Cottage on Mountain Laurel Lane is Book 3 in the Forest Grove series by E.C. Fountain. Each story in this series can be read as a standalone book, but it's so much more fun to read them in order.