Summer Light

Publisher Marketing: Abandoned by the father of her child, May Taylor supports herself by her work as a gifted wedding planner with her best friend and great-aunt, carrying on the timeless traditions established by her grandmother and mother. She is a devoted mother to her daughter, Kylie - a very special child. For Kylie sees and hears things no one else can. Her unique visions will lead May to a love she never expected and a life she never imagined. Martin Cartier is a professional hockey player and sports legend. Women everywhere respond to his charm and good looks. But Martin's polished exterior barely hides a core of rage and bitterness. Haunted by his father's negligence and the sudden death of his daughter, he strives to win at all costs. Against all odds, May, Martin, and Kylie become a family. Gradually, May's compassion and Kylie's insight lead Martin to reveal the painful secrets of his past. But when May begins a search for Martin's estranged father, her efforts nearly destroy their relationship. Then Martin faces a threat to his career that his drive and strength cannot overcome. Only Kylie sees the way home - and only May can lead him there. Review Citations: Library Journal Prepub Alert 03/01/2001 pg. 68 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Kirkus Reviews 05/01/2001 pg. 616 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Publishers Weekly 06/25/2001 pg. 50 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Booklist 06/01/2001 pg. 1855 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Romantic Times 07/01/2001 pg. 84 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Wilson Fiction Catalog 01/01/2001 pg. 71 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Library Journal 03/01/2001 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Wilson Fiction Catalog 01/01/2006 pg. 796 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Wilson Fiction Catalog 01/01/2010 pg. 771 (EAN 9780553801224, Hardcover) Contributor Bio:  Rice, Luanne Luanne Rice is the author of twenty-six novels, most recently The Geometry of Sisters, Last Kiss, Light of the Moon, What Matters Most, The Edge of Winter, Sandcastles, Summer of Roses, Summer s Child, and Beach Girls, among many New York Times bestsellers. She lives in New York City and Old Lyme, Connecticut. Contributor Bio:  Merlington, Laural Laural began working in regional theater as an actor at the age of 17. She has done over 20 years of stage work, and 16 years of audio book narration, having narrated over 100 titles in all genres. In addition, Laural has directed well over 100 audio titles, providing expertise on both sides of the microphone. In acknowledgement for years of excellence at her craft, Laural has received AudioFile's 'Earphones Award' many times over.