Carley Fortune's new novel "One Perfect Summer" returns readers to Barry's Bay

Canadian author Carley Fortune's latest novel, "Jedno zlatno ljeto" (One Perfect Summer), has been published by Znanje, inviting readers back to the evocative setting of Barry's Bay. Fortune has established herself as a prominent voice in contemporary romance fiction, with previous successes including "Sva nova ljeta" (Every Summer After), "Vidimo se na jezeru" (See You Lake), and "Ovog ljeta ću drugačije" (This Summer Will Be Different). The new novel centers on Alice, a successful photographer who returns to Barry's Bay after many years. Her seventeen-year-old summer there was life-changing, and her return is prompted by her grandmother Nan's injury. However, the quiet days take a turn when Alice reconnects with Charlie Florek, a man she once photographed, who stirs dormant memories and feelings.

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Although "Jedno zlatno ljeto" can be read as a standalone story, readers will recognize in it the same atmosphere that made the author a global literary phenomenon.

Similar to her previous works, Fortune's "Jedno zlatno ljeto" delves into themes of second chances, family bonds, growing up, and unexpected love. While the novel can be enjoyed as a standalone story, readers familiar with Fortune's work will recognize the signature atmosphere that has made her a literary phenomenon. Her international popularity surged with "Sva nova ljeta," which has been translated into numerous languages and adapted into the Prime Video series "Every Summer After." The new book has already garnered critical acclaim. Bustle magazine has dubbed Fortune the "uncrowned queen of sun-drenched summer romance novels," while Good Morning America highlighted her ability to "turn a lake into the most romantic place on earth." Publishers Weekly specifically praised the chemistry between Alice and Charlie, and the warmth provided by Nan's character.

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uncrowned queen of sun-drenched summer romance novels