Captiva Island Series by Annie Cabot

Sarah Wheeler knows what she wants. Marriage and children are not part of her plans. She’s seen too many marriages fall apart. The last thing she wants is to be a statistic. As for children, Sarah doesn’t see herself as the nurturing type. She’s content helping her mother run the Key Lime Garden Inn on Captiva Island and working as Director of Community Relations at Southwest Florida’s Outreach Center... moreSarah Wheeler knows what she wants. Marriage and children are not part of her plans. She’s seen too many marriages fall apart. The last thing she wants is to be a statistic. As for children, Sarah doesn’t see herself as the nurturing type. She’s content helping her mother run the Key Lime Garden Inn on Captiva Island and working as Director of Community Relations at Southwest Florida’s Outreach Center. Work leaves her with little time for romance—until infuriating, charming, and intriguing Trevor Hutchins distracts Sarah and throws her off balance.Trevor Hutchins has traveled the globe. No one captured his attention or heart—until he met Sarah Wheeler. A humanitarian who thrives on making a difference in people’s lives, Trevor can never stay in one place for more than a few months. Being close to home means struggling against his controlling family, especially his capitalist father. The past is about to catch up with Trevor and threaten his plans to forge a forever relationship with Sarah.Maggie Wheeler has her dream life. As the owner of the Key Lime Garden Inn on Captiva Island, she’s found paradise. Every morning she walks on the beach, remembering the past, but looking forward to tomorrow. With each passing day, she feels closer to Paolo Moretti, the owner of a Sanibel Island’s popular nursery, Sanibellia. At 50, Maggie wonders if a second chance at love might be in her future after all.Paolo Moretti loved Maggie Wheeler on sight. Years ago, he came to Sanibel Island from his home in Gaeta, Italy. Working with his sister, Ciara, they built a thriving plant nursery. Until now, Paolo’s true purpose lay in this work. After a traumatic year, Paolo gave Maggie the space she needed, he’s waited long enough. He’ll do whatever it takes to show Maggie that she can trust him with her heart. less

Ciara Moretti has never been in love but that hasn’t stopped her from dreaming of Mr. Right. When months of correspondence via emails and texts with Maurizio Bianchi begins a long distance romance, not even 5,000 miles and an ocean between them can keep them apart. Maurizio wants a future with Ciara but until he comes to America, his true motive will stay hidden from everyone, including Ciara, her brother Paolo, and the entire Wheeler Family.There is trouble brewing for Becca and Christopher... moreCiara Moretti has never been in love but that hasn’t stopped her from dreaming of Mr. Right. When months of correspondence via emails and texts with Maurizio Bianchi begins a long distance romance, not even 5,000 miles and an ocean between them can keep them apart. Maurizio wants a future with Ciara but until he comes to America, his true motive will stay hidden from everyone, including Ciara, her brother Paolo, and the entire Wheeler Family.There is trouble brewing for Becca and Christopher. The demands of medical school forces Becca to question the wisdom of their commitment to each other. As Christopher and Beth train to run the Boston Marathon fears of losing the woman he loves steals Christopher’s focus, putting his safety at risk.Gabriel Walker shares news about his mother’s health and puts the future of his and Beth’s relationship in question. National Geographic photographer Emma Thurston moves back home with a surprising announcement, shocking her best friend, Sarah Wheeler and everyone she knows on Captiva Island.A famous mystery author is staying at the Key Lime Garden Inn for an entire month. As much as Gareth Graham tries to hide from the past his friendship with Emma changes everything for both of them.Maggie Wheeler’s health journey has her family worried. Her beloved best friend, Chelsea Marsden returns to Captiva from Paris with surprising news and a renewed commitment to the island, Maggie, and everyone she holds dear.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding onto each other. less

Will Maggie Wheeler Moretti lose the Key Lime Garden Inn?Since the double Christmas weddings, Millicent Brenner has become more of a threat to the Moretti family than ever before.Maggie Wheeler Moretti and her family struggle with the possibility that the Key Lime Garden Inn will be lost to them forever. With everything Maggie has done to build her beautiful sanctuary on Captiva Island, she now has to muster all the courage she can to fight this latest battle... moreWill Maggie Wheeler Moretti lose the Key Lime Garden Inn?Since the double Christmas weddings, Millicent Brenner has become more of a threat to the Moretti family than ever before.Maggie Wheeler Moretti and her family struggle with the possibility that the Key Lime Garden Inn will be lost to them forever. With everything Maggie has done to build her beautiful sanctuary on Captiva Island, she now has to muster all the courage she can to fight this latest battle.Her mother, Sarah Garrison has been independent and a social butterfly for most of her life. Now, she has to accept her limitations and plan for the next phase of her life. The only problem? That next phase involves every Wheeler family member, and as only Grandma Sarah can do, it’s a three-ringed circus and a roller coaster of emotions.Will Millie get what she wants and will she change the Captiva Island landscape forever?Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

The Key Lime Garden Inn has a mysterious guest, and everyone wants to know his story.Matteo Benedetti comes to Captiva Island and the Key Lime Garden Inn to confront the demons that have haunted him for many years. In doing so, he changes the lives of many on the island.Lauren Phillips struggles after a fire rages through her real estate office threatening her life and the life of her unborn child.The lunch-bunch return to Captiva just when Grandma Sarah is set to move into her condo... moreThe Key Lime Garden Inn has a mysterious guest, and everyone wants to know his story.Matteo Benedetti comes to Captiva Island and the Key Lime Garden Inn to confront the demons that have haunted him for many years. In doing so, he changes the lives of many on the island.Lauren Phillips struggles after a fire rages through her real estate office threatening her life and the life of her unborn child.The lunch-bunch return to Captiva just when Grandma Sarah is set to move into her condo.Ciara Moretti decides a wedding in her home country of Italy would be the perfect place to marry Crawford Powell, as long as her brother, Paolo, family and friends can make the destination wedding.Jacqui Hutchins and her brother Wyatt return to Florida to care for their father Devon after his devastating stroke.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

“Sometimes when you’re trying to navigate the course of your life, it’s better to just ride the wave,” Maggie said. “Part of the fun is not knowing where you’ll end up.”Three generations of women, a new pup and a bonfire on the beach ~ What could possibly go wrong?Just when things seem to be quieting down on Captiva Island, several new developments within the Wheeler family throw their world into turmoil once again... more“Sometimes when you’re trying to navigate the course of your life, it’s better to just ride the wave,” Maggie said. “Part of the fun is not knowing where you’ll end up.”Three generations of women, a new pup and a bonfire on the beach ~ What could possibly go wrong?Just when things seem to be quieting down on Captiva Island, several new developments within the Wheeler family throw their world into turmoil once again.An old injury has the potential to disrupt the Moretti’s plans for the Key Lime Garden Inn. Even the romance and beauty of Ciara and Crawford’s wedding in Gaeta, Italy can’t protect the Moretti’s from the threat of permanent change for their family.It will take Grandma Sarah’s quirky wisdom, an evening under the stars, and an islander’s selfless act of love to turn things right again.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

“Sometimes when you’re trying to navigate the course of your life, it’s better to just ride the wave,” Maggie said. “Part of the fun is not knowing where you’ll end up.”Three generations of women, a new pup and a bonfire on the beach ~ What could possibly go wrong?Just when things seem to be quieting down on Captiva Island, several new developments within the Wheeler family throw their world into turmoil once again... more“Sometimes when you’re trying to navigate the course of your life, it’s better to just ride the wave,” Maggie said. “Part of the fun is not knowing where you’ll end up.”Three generations of women, a new pup and a bonfire on the beach ~ What could possibly go wrong?Just when things seem to be quieting down on Captiva Island, several new developments within the Wheeler family throw their world into turmoil once again.An old injury has the potential to disrupt the Moretti’s plans for the Key Lime Garden Inn. Even the romance and beauty of Ciara and Crawford’s wedding in Gaeta, Italy can’t protect the Moretti’s from the threat of permanent change for their family.It will take Grandma Sarah’s quirky wisdom, an evening under the stars, and an islander’s selfless act of love to turn things right again.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

“You can’t wear Maggie’s clothes, and you can’t try to fit into her world.” Maggie’s sister, Kat, arrives on Captiva with life-altering news.Emily Wheeler returns. Her mother, Eve, begs Maggie and her family for help.A call from Thomas Walker changes Beth and Gabriel’s world.Lauren and Jeff reconsider the roles they’ve made for themselves.Chelsea finally opens her heart to love again, but will a secret ruin everything?Grandma Sarah has a new role, and this time, she has a megaphone... more“You can’t wear Maggie’s clothes, and you can’t try to fit into her world.” Maggie’s sister, Kat, arrives on Captiva with life-altering news.Emily Wheeler returns. Her mother, Eve, begs Maggie and her family for help.A call from Thomas Walker changes Beth and Gabriel’s world.Lauren and Jeff reconsider the roles they’ve made for themselves.Chelsea finally opens her heart to love again, but will a secret ruin everything?Grandma Sarah has a new role, and this time, she has a megaphone.With the holidays approaching, the balance between life and death has never been more challenging for the Wheeler-Moretti family.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

New love and new challenges await our friends on Captiva Island.Riley and Andrew's relationship is thrown a curve, and the consequences will impact everyone at the Key Lime Garden Inn.An email from a childhood friend both excites and terrifies Iris. With Maggie's encouragement, Iris lets her heart lead... moreNew love and new challenges await our friends on Captiva Island.Riley and Andrew's relationship is thrown a curve, and the consequences will impact everyone at the Key Lime Garden Inn.An email from a childhood friend both excites and terrifies Iris. With Maggie's encouragement, Iris lets her heart lead.Jacqui and Joshua take their relationship to the next level, but will Jacqui's family cause trouble for the couple?Sarah and Trevor's individual frustrations create tension, straining their marriage.Millie and Linda create more havoc, and Grandma Sarah comes to the rescue.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

New love and new challenges await our friends on Captiva Island.Riley and Andrew's relationship is thrown a curve, and the consequences will impact everyone at the Key Lime Garden Inn.An email from a childhood friend both excites and terrifies Iris. With Maggie's encouragement, Iris lets her heart lead... moreNew love and new challenges await our friends on Captiva Island.Riley and Andrew's relationship is thrown a curve, and the consequences will impact everyone at the Key Lime Garden Inn.An email from a childhood friend both excites and terrifies Iris. With Maggie's encouragement, Iris lets her heart lead.Jacqui and Joshua take their relationship to the next level, but will Jacqui's family cause trouble for the couple?Sarah and Trevor's individual frustrations create tension, straining their marriage.Millie and Linda create more havoc, and Grandma Sarah comes to the rescue.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

Maggie Moretti gave Oliver Laurier, the inn's new chef, a sense of purpose missing for so long. A purpose as simple as having a reason to get out of bed in the morning and put one foot in front of the other.A Captiva Book Club is formed, and it's anything but conventional. The first meeting gets off to a rocky start, thanks to Linda St. James.Christopher and Becca find their new reality more than challenging... moreMaggie Moretti gave Oliver Laurier, the inn's new chef, a sense of purpose missing for so long. A purpose as simple as having a reason to get out of bed in the morning and put one foot in front of the other.A Captiva Book Club is formed, and it's anything but conventional. The first meeting gets off to a rocky start, thanks to Linda St. James.Christopher and Becca find their new reality more than challenging. As they return to Captiva Island to rest and prepare for the holiday, emotions surface that Becca never anticipated, forcing her to question everything she's believed about motherhood.Trevor makes an announcement, forcing Sarah to imagine her life in a new way.Crawford Powell's oldest son, Luke meets his match in Katie Wright.Maggie's new health concerns threaten her desire for a family gathering this Christmas.A new chef arrives at the Key Lime Garden Inn, sparking speculation about his mysterious past.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

“There isn’t a woman in this family who feels they’ve got it all together. I’d say you’re in good company.” When Maggie’s children and their families come to the Key Lime Garden Inn to celebrate the holiday, each will need their mother’s wisdom and advice.Chelsea and Steven celebrate Christmas in a big way, adding to the holiday excitement.Chelsea’s sisters arrive on Captiva Island, and the tension threatens to ruin the holiday... more“There isn’t a woman in this family who feels they’ve got it all together. I’d say you’re in good company.” When Maggie’s children and their families come to the Key Lime Garden Inn to celebrate the holiday, each will need their mother’s wisdom and advice.Chelsea and Steven celebrate Christmas in a big way, adding to the holiday excitement.Chelsea’s sisters arrive on Captiva Island, and the tension threatens to ruin the holiday.Finn Powell returns home to Captiva with a surprise no one saw coming.The past has caught up with Oliver Laurier who gets a surprise visitor to the inn.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

“There isn’t a woman in this family who feels they’ve got it all together. I’d say you’re in good company.” When Maggie’s children and their families come to the Key Lime Garden Inn to celebrate the holiday, each will need their mother’s wisdom and advice.Chelsea and Steven celebrate Christmas in a big way, adding to the holiday excitement.Chelsea’s sisters arrive on Captiva Island, and the tension threatens to ruin the holiday... more“There isn’t a woman in this family who feels they’ve got it all together. I’d say you’re in good company.” When Maggie’s children and their families come to the Key Lime Garden Inn to celebrate the holiday, each will need their mother’s wisdom and advice.Chelsea and Steven celebrate Christmas in a big way, adding to the holiday excitement.Chelsea’s sisters arrive on Captiva Island, and the tension threatens to ruin the holiday.Finn Powell returns home to Captiva with a surprise no one saw coming.The past has caught up with Oliver Laurier who gets a surprise visitor to the inn.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

The Captiva Island landscape is changing shape.With new residents influencing local businesses, Chelsea's sister, Gretchen, is finding her way without a road map. To say she's testing Chelsea's patience is an understatement.Sebastian Barlowe's health proves overwhelming for his wife, Isabelle, and so, she seeks guidance from Maggie and Chelsea.At the same time, things are progressing in Massachusetts... moreThe Captiva Island landscape is changing shape.With new residents influencing local businesses, Chelsea's sister, Gretchen, is finding her way without a road map. To say she's testing Chelsea's patience is an understatement.Sebastian Barlowe's health proves overwhelming for his wife, Isabelle, and so, she seeks guidance from Maggie and Chelsea.At the same time, things are progressing in Massachusetts.Beth and Gabriel struggle to meet the demands of the new apple orchard business, and it puts a strain on their marriage.Becca is due to give birth any day, and a last minute health complication terrifies everyone.An announcement from Lauren and Jeff stuns the entire family.Come back to Captiva Island and fall in love once again with a cast of characters who overcome everything life throws their way by holding on to each other. less

"Loving someone and caring for them doesn't require erasing yourself in the process."On the sun-drenched shores of Florida's Captiva Island, Maggie Moretti's Key Lime Garden Inn has become a sanctuary for those seeking a fresh start.When Merritt Ryan arrives with a guitar case and a heart heavy with secrets—a canceled wedding and a terminally ill mother back in Maine, she never expects to find healing among the island's gentle rhythms and open-hearted residents... more"Loving someone and caring for them doesn't require erasing yourself in the process."On the sun-drenched shores of Florida's Captiva Island, Maggie Moretti's Key Lime Garden Inn has become a sanctuary for those seeking a fresh start.When Merritt Ryan arrives with a guitar case and a heart heavy with secrets—a canceled wedding and a terminally ill mother back in Maine, she never expects to find healing among the island's gentle rhythms and open-hearted residents.Lauren and her family finally move to Florida, but not without internal struggles that threaten her relationship with Maggie.Meanwhile, the construction of the Captiva Café brings unexpected discoveries for co-owners Isabelle and Gretchen, as archaeological finds beneath the floorboards create both complications and connections.As their paths intertwine with Maggie's YouTube-famous mother, a reluctantly romantic newspaper editor, and a community that embraces second chances, these women discover that life's most meaningful journeys often begin when carefully laid plans fall apart.Captiva Café is a heartwarming story about the courage to choose yourself, the healing power of community, and the endless possibility of beginning again—at any age. less

Christmas on Captiva Island should be paradise, but for four college best friends, it might be the holiday that changes everything. At the charming Key Lime Garden Inn, old friendships are put to the test when unspoken tensions finally bubble to the surface.Michael and Brea arrive on Captiva Island, bringing their children, and dog, along with the promise that Michael's free-spirited grandmother, will provide babysitting duty... moreChristmas on Captiva Island should be paradise, but for four college best friends, it might be the holiday that changes everything. At the charming Key Lime Garden Inn, old friendships are put to the test when unspoken tensions finally bubble to the surface.Michael and Brea arrive on Captiva Island, bringing their children, and dog, along with the promise that Michael's free-spirited grandmother, will provide babysitting duty. Fresh off the road from her cross-country van adventures, Grandma Sarah has her own ideas about teaching her great-grandchildren proper manners—and a few lessons in living life to the fullest. While Michael and Brea hope stolen moments together will remind them why they fell in love, Grandma has a thing or two to say about falling and staying in love.Beth, pregnant with twins, can't stop herself from feeling the loss of female companionship. She misses her mother and sisters, and so when her husband, Gabriel, suggests they travel to Captiva in an RV, Beth agrees to the trip. It feels like the right decision until a winter storm threatens their plans.Christopher, Becca and baby Eloise, decide to spend the holiday with their families on Captiva Island. It’s Eloise’s first Christmas, and with Becca’s residency match set for Florida, things are quickly changing for this growing family.Lauren and Sarah, along with Grandma Sarah, do everything they can to help Maggie and Paolo keep the Key Lime Garden Inn running smoothly, while dodging drama that seems to come at them from all angles.As the inn's staff works overtime to create the perfect Christmas magic, the owners of the inn, Maggie and Paolo Moretti, worry they’re in danger of losing the holiday spirit. As usual, Maggie’s best friend, Chelsea, finds the perfect solution, and Christmas on Captiva Island will never be the same.Set against the backdrop of Florida's most enchanting barrier island, this is a story about the messy, complicated, beautiful ways we love each other, and how sometimes the best Christmas gift is simply showing up for the people who matter most. less

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