Lost Lake

By Sarah Addison Allen

A Book Review by Allie Smith

In the aftermath of her husband’s death, Kate’s grief has caused her to sleepwalk through life.  While she grieves, Kate’s controlling mother-in-law, Cricket, helps care for her daughter, Devon.  When her grief begins to subside and she “wakes up,” Kate discovers that Cricket has taken over her life.  Cricket has sold Kate’s house and business and enrolled Devon in private school.  While packing up, in preparation to move into Cricket’s home, Kate discovers a long lost postcard from her Great Aunt Eby.  Kate and Devon impulsively decide to visit Eby at Lost Lake, GA, where Kate had experienced her “last best summer” when she was twelve.  Continue Reading at Chick Lit Plus…