
Mary McNear
2 SeriesMary McNear is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of women’s fiction, known for her Butternut Lake series. Her novels are inspired by her summers spent in a small town on a lake in the northern Midwest. She lives in San Francisco with her family and dog, Macaroon.
In "Moonlight on Butternut Lake," the third installment of Mary McNear's Butternut Lake series, Mila Jones flees her abusive husband in Minneapolis to start anew as a home health aide in Butternut Lake. Her patient, Reid Ford, is recovering from a near-fatal car accident and initially resists her help. Despite his hostility, Mila remains determined, gradually drawing Reid out of his shell. As they form a deepening bond, Mila begins to trust again, and Reid learns to open his heart to her. Together, they seize a second chance at life and love.