Climb the Ladder — Ashley McConnell

Blythe Whitlock hasn't had a good run with love. Choosing to climb the corporate ladder over settling down, she's now twenty-nine and single, killing any houseplant she comes into contact with.After a promotion is finally tossed her way, a celebratory night out turns into a one-night stand with the handsome James DeMarco. Quickly realizing there was more to it than just a one-night stand, they find themselves caught up in a whirlwind romance that takes them by surprise.As Blythe's career is on the upswing, she receives the news that her promotion had been ripped away. Lost and unsure of what to do next, she packs up and takes a trip to the sleepy beach town of Wippowa Island, Georgia. Surrounded by a grumpy coffee shop owner, an eclectic hostess, and hilarious locals, Blythe navigates the ups and downs of rebuilding her life, realizing that sometimes the best things in life come from the most unexpected places.Will she be able to overcome the obstacles in her path and find true happiness? This heartwarming, yet hilarious book is a must-read for anyone who has struggled to balance their career with their personal life.