The Newcomer by Mary Kay Andrews

After her sister Tanya is murdered in New York City (probably by her ex-boyfriend, Evan), Letty escapes to Florida with Tanya's four-year-old daughter, Maya. They arrive at the Murmuring Surf Motel, with Letty trying to come up with a plan to keep Maya permanently--if Evan knew where they were, he would demand his daughter back. Letty finds herself charmed by the vintage hotel, the beautiful weather, and the generosity of the owner of the hotel, Ava DeCurtis. Letty also finds herself drawn to Ava's son, Joe, who's a policeman. Will Letty be able to open up her heart to Joe and keep Maya safe? The Newcomer is the latest novel by bestselling author Mary Kay Andrews. Those looking for a story with a sunny sense of place and a bit of romance should give it a try.