In My Wildest Dreams

“Burke keeps the reader invested by supplying fun cultural nostalgia, unique characters, a riveting storyline, drama, and lovely romance. She has also provided different storytelling mechanics, such as diary entries, that keep the book compelling.” The Booklife Prize

“It’s such a lovely, emotional story, in parts your heart will be breaking. One to read in a comfortable chair on a winter’s day.” Netgalley review

“I loved this book about an older woman who leaves her abusive husband and retreats to a cottage. She finds a second chance at love.” Netgalley review

“A great nostalgic book for anyone who grew up in the 70s like I did.” Goodreads review

” I liked the story because it truly showed who she was, her dreams, what she did when her dreams didn’t pan out.” Goodreads review


This girl would never forget the summer of 1968. She had her friends, her favorite music, and the lost love of one boy who remained within the depths of her heart.

1968
It was the summer of peace, love, and a new world opening up for Annie Martin. At fifteen, nothing mattered except boys, clothes, and music. But a blind date with Mitch Brandon, totally unprepared her for the next fifty years of her life.

2016
 

"If you loved The Notebook's timeless romance, you'll be captivated by In My Wildest Dreams"

"What if the one who got away was the one meant to stay?" Annie Martin will never forget the summer of 1968—a time of music, freedom, and the boy who stole her heart. Mitch Brandon was everything to her until one heartbreaking moment ended it all.

Nearly fifty years later, Annie is reeling from a bitter divorce and a lifetime spent pleasing everyone but herself. Seeking refuge, she escapes to a vintage 1920s cottage in the quiet suburbs of Birmingham, Alabama. There, surrounded by overgrown gardens and fading memories, she finds her teenage journal and scrapbook—and the long-buried feelings for Mitch come rushing back.

As Annie reflects on the girl she used to be, she dares to imagine the woman she might still become. But when she hears an unmistakable voice out of the past calling to her, Annie must decide: will she guard her fragile peace, or risk everything for the love that once was?

"If It Ends with Us made you believe in second chances, this story will too"

A poignant, heart-stirring journey across decades, IN MY WILDEST DREAMS is a story of resilience, rediscovery, and the enduring power of first love. Perfect for fans of Nicholas Sparks, Jojo Moyes, and LaVyrle Spencer 

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