Hideaway Isle Series by Kelly Utt

A terrible accident, a sister's betrayal, and the bonds that keep families together against all odds.The last time Margot Callaway saw her sister, Lottie, the girl was twelve and clinging to their blood-covered mother over the asphalt in a gas station parking lot.Reeling and in shock, Margot fled her home state of Florida, choosing a path that would take her far away from the pain. She left everything behind, including Lottie... moreA terrible accident, a sister's betrayal, and the bonds that keep families together against all odds.The last time Margot Callaway saw her sister, Lottie, the girl was twelve and clinging to their blood-covered mother over the asphalt in a gas station parking lot.Reeling and in shock, Margot fled her home state of Florida, choosing a path that would take her far away from the pain. She left everything behind, including Lottie. Now, seven years later, mysterious happenings on the island lead Margot to the realization that she must return home and face the ghosts of their shared past.Will Margot and Lottie have what it takes to protect each other? Can Lottie forgive Margot for running away?The Sisters of Kestrel Cay is a gorgeously gripping, deep and suspense-filled novel that explores the bonds of sisterhood, the bounds of duty, and the power of forgiveness. It’s the first book in the Hideaway Isle series and the perfect beach read. less

Basia Guthrie has always been a loner. Abandoned by her father, then ignored and neglected by her mom and a handful of detached stepparents, she grew up knowing the only things she could count on were her own smarts and ingenuity.Now an adult, Basia makes rent by painting portraits of tourists and reading their palms. When her predictions begin to come true, word spreads fast. At first, notoriety has its benefits... moreBasia Guthrie has always been a loner. Abandoned by her father, then ignored and neglected by her mom and a handful of detached stepparents, she grew up knowing the only things she could count on were her own smarts and ingenuity.Now an adult, Basia makes rent by painting portraits of tourists and reading their palms. When her predictions begin to come true, word spreads fast. At first, notoriety has its benefits. But things take a dangerous turn as a man from Basia’s past returns to haunt her future.Are Basia’s psychic abilities real? Will she be savvy enough to avoid getting in over her head? And what does it all mean for other residents of the island?The Girl in Hideaway Park is a gorgeously gripping, deep and suspense-filled novel that explores the fear of exposure, the limits of fate, and the magic of resilience. It’s the second book in the Hideaway Isle Series and the perfect beach read. less

Rags Bertram is a man with a past. But he isn’t one to boast about it. A former soldier in the U.S. special forces, Rags came to the island and bought an old marina to stay off the grid and out of trouble. He’s living the good life— working on the water by day and playing on it by night, often while holding a cold beer in his hand.No one on Hideaway Isle knows about Rags’ former life until trouble suddenly finds him... moreRags Bertram is a man with a past. But he isn’t one to boast about it. A former soldier in the U.S. special forces, Rags came to the island and bought an old marina to stay off the grid and out of trouble. He’s living the good life— working on the water by day and playing on it by night, often while holding a cold beer in his hand.No one on Hideaway Isle knows about Rags’ former life until trouble suddenly finds him. Enemies with an ax to grind wish to settle a score, and they don’t care who they hurt in the process. As the danger escalates and Rags is forced to face it head on, he must use his training to save his friends and neighbors, before it’s too late.Will Rags realize the seriousness of the threat in time? Will he have the courage to turn back to his old way of doing things? And who will become a casualty and take the fall?The Man at Nimbus Marina is a gorgeously gripping, deep and suspense-filled novel that explores the measures of responsibility, the gift of heroism, and the weight of honor. It’s the third book in the Hideaway Isle series and the perfect beach read.About the Hideaway Isle Series:It’s paradise on the sparkling tropical shores of Hideaway Isle, Florida. A place where vacationers go to get away and residents enjoy year-round luxury.Despite postcard-worthy appearances, there’s trouble in paradise. Lurking just beyond the sun, sand, and sea are threats that promise to wreak havoc in this seemingly idyllic utopia.With riveting turns that will leave you breathless, each Hideaway Isle novel features a deep dive into the ongoing story, told from a different islander’s point of view.Buy The Man at Nimbus Marina today for an emotional, pulse-pounding read you won't soon forget.Author's Note: The stories in the Hideaway Isle Series are intertwined. Emotions build, mysteries deepen, and secrets are revealed as you read the series in its entirety. less