A Novel Proposal

A Novel Proposal by Denise Hunter follows Sadie Goodwin, a New York school teacher and author of western novels who faces a career crossroads when her publisher asks her to write a romance instead. To find inspiration, she accepts an invitation to spend the summer in a beach duplex on the South Carolina coast. There, she meets her grumpy neighbor Sam Ford, a man recovering from a painful breakup who just wants to be left alone. The story is set during the summer, with a backdrop of beach life and community. As Sadie installs a Little Free Library to share books with locals, she discovers a novel with a hidden engagement ring inside. Together, Sadie and Sam embark on a quest to find the ring’s owner, which brings them closer and challenges their views on love and healing. Told with warmth and gentle humor, this clean romance explores themes of second chances, friendship, and the courage to open one’s heart. It is a wholesome, engaging read perfect for fans of family-friendly fiction.