Lakeside Longing by Carol Wyatt

At 30, Quinn Fallon is the epitome of Hollywood success: fame, fortune, and a string of high-profile romances with the industry’s most eligible bachelors. But when an on-screen kiss with a woman ignites unexpected feelings, Quinn’s picture-perfect world begins to crumble.
In search of escape from the relentless paparazzi and the pressure of her public persona, Quinn retreats to a secluded lake house in upstate New York, just minutes from her parents’ home. There, she unexpectedly reconnects with Rebecca Moretti, her mother’s captivating 48-year-old best friend. Recently divorced and embracing her authentic self, Rebecca opens Quinn’s eyes to a world of passion and possibility she never knew existed.
As autumn leaves turn, Quinn finds herself irresistibly drawn to Rebecca, questioning everything she thought she knew about herself and her desires. Their growing connection challenges Quinn’s long-held assumptions about her own sexuality, leading her on a journey of self-discovery she never anticipated.
But their blossoming relationship is far from simple. Quinn grapples with the potential impact on her public image and career, while Rebecca must navigate the delicate balance between her feelings for Quinn and her decades-long friendship with Quinn’s mother.
With everything at stake, both women must decide what they’re willing to risk for love. Will they embrace their unexpected connection and rewrite their own stories, or will fear and obligation keep them forever apart?