With a pinch of J. Courtney Sullivan's Maine and a dash of Lessons in Chemistry,Last Summer at Maine Chance is a warm, transporting novel about friendship, ambition, and discovering your own worth.
In 1954, Cynthia Proctor's college dreams are thrown into doubt when she loses her scholarship. An unexpected opportunity leads her to Elizabeth Arden's legendary Maine Chance spa, where one summer will introduce her to a world far beyond the classroom.
Amid the sparkling waters of coastal Maine, Cynthia forms unlikely bonds with two women whose lives seem very different from her own. Together, they'll challenge expectations, navigate difficult choices, and discover that the best investment they can make is in themselves.
Inspired by the real Maine Chance spa, this uplifting historical novel blends hidden history, the transporting beauty of coastal Maine, and the enduring power of women supporting women.
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In 1954, Cynthia Proctor's college dreams are thrown into doubt when she loses her scholarship. An unexpected opportunity leads her to Elizabeth Arden's legendary Maine Chance spa, where one summer will introduce her to a world far beyond the classroom.
Amid the sparkling waters of coastal Maine, Cynthia forms unlikely bonds with two women whose lives seem very different from her own. Together, they'll challenge expectations, navigate difficult choices, and discover that the best investment they can make is in themselves.
Inspired by the real Maine Chance spa, this uplifting historical novel blends hidden history, the transporting beauty of coastal Maine, and the enduring power of women supporting women.
Perfect for readers who love:
- strong female characters
book-club-worthy historical fiction
beach reads with depth
uplifting stories of women supporting women
hidden history
Genre: Historical
Praise for this book
"Set at a rural spa in Maine and told through the voices of three women, young/old, rich/poor, this book gives a great feel for the 1950s. You will cheer the young heroine who battles the snobbery and prejudices of the time to come out on top. It's also a perfect vacation read with an escape to Maine." - Rhys Bowen
"A charming and spirited tale brimming with wit, heart and romance. Jessica Everett brings 1950s Maine to vivid life with grace and insight. Last Summer at Maine Chance introduces us to a plucky heroine navigating the fault lines of class, gender, and ambition. Even the legendary Elizabeth Arden comes to life on the page, and the setting, equal parts glamorous and revealing, is as luxurious as the story itself. Cynthia Proctor's journey is as enlightening as it is engaging-a story of self-discovery and transformation." - Patti Callahan Henry
"Sparkling, smart, and big-hearted, Last Summer at Maine Chance transports readers to Elizabeth Arden's legendary Maine spa in the 1950s. A scholarship student hiding a staff job, a housekeeper guarding family secrets, and a widowed artist searching for renewal find their lives unexpectedly intertwined over one transformative summer. Jessica Everett has written a captivating story of ambition, reinvention, and the bonds that change us." - Christina Baker Kline
"The Last Summer at Maine Chance by Jessica Everett is the perfect summer read. This fun, fascinating novel set in 1954 is as relevant and significant to women today as it was back then. Book clubs will love it!" - Nancy Thayer
"I loved this charming, witty, and heartwarming story of ambition, self-discovery, and the courage to break societal expectations. Jessica Everett's novel, set in an iconic place and time, is funny and full of surprises-and it delivers a powerful message that sometimes the best investment is in yourself. A must-read for anyone who believes in rewriting the rules." - Susan Wiggs
"A charming and spirited tale brimming with wit, heart and romance. Jessica Everett brings 1950s Maine to vivid life with grace and insight. Last Summer at Maine Chance introduces us to a plucky heroine navigating the fault lines of class, gender, and ambition. Even the legendary Elizabeth Arden comes to life on the page, and the setting, equal parts glamorous and revealing, is as luxurious as the story itself. Cynthia Proctor's journey is as enlightening as it is engaging-a story of self-discovery and transformation." - Patti Callahan Henry
"Sparkling, smart, and big-hearted, Last Summer at Maine Chance transports readers to Elizabeth Arden's legendary Maine spa in the 1950s. A scholarship student hiding a staff job, a housekeeper guarding family secrets, and a widowed artist searching for renewal find their lives unexpectedly intertwined over one transformative summer. Jessica Everett has written a captivating story of ambition, reinvention, and the bonds that change us." - Christina Baker Kline
"The Last Summer at Maine Chance by Jessica Everett is the perfect summer read. This fun, fascinating novel set in 1954 is as relevant and significant to women today as it was back then. Book clubs will love it!" - Nancy Thayer
"I loved this charming, witty, and heartwarming story of ambition, self-discovery, and the courage to break societal expectations. Jessica Everett's novel, set in an iconic place and time, is funny and full of surprises-and it delivers a powerful message that sometimes the best investment is in yourself. A must-read for anyone who believes in rewriting the rules." - Susan Wiggs
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