Publication Date: July 2, 2024
1987. Supermodel Harlow Hayes seeks solace in a quaint Florida beach town to heal from a heartbreak that shattered her entire world. To her surprise, she encounters Matt Knight—a Hollywood A-lister with a bad-boy reputation—who has returned to his hometown to help his plucky grandmother, Tuesday, save her century-old skating rink, the Starlight.
The Starlight holds a special place in the hearts of the community, once acting as a refuge for Depression-era families and bringing the town together with gatherings and celebrations. Tuesday’s determination even protected her beloved rink from her husband’s shady business dealings. Yet when the Starlight is threatened with demolition, Tuesday begins to wonder if an era has come to an end.
As Matt and Harlow strategize to save the rink, they find themselves on a journey of surprises, self-discovery, and the kind of healing that leads to love.
Former model and “It” girl Harlow Hayes has wallowed in self-pity for two years after being dumped by the love of her life.
Author Rachel Hauck delivers two strong female characters in two different timelines that eventually connect in Meet Me at the Starlight.
Tuesday Knight adores the local skating rink in Sea Blue Beach. Although times are tough in 1932, her husband manages to get the deed of the rink for Tuesday.
Fast-forward to 1987, and Harlow receives the deed to a coastal cottage during an intervention. She agrees to spend the next several months putting herself back together, which means a visit to Sea Blue Beach.
While there, Harlow encounters Tuesday’s grandson, Matt, who also deals with the remnants of a once-flourishing acting career. Both have healing to do, highlighted with opportunities for forgiveness.
Central to the story is the beloved skating rink marked for demolition. It will take a team effort to save it and protect Tuesday’s dream.
Meet Me at the Starlight delivers an inspirational story about finding love in unexpected places.
Rachel Hauck is an award-winning, New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author. She is a double RITA finalist, and a Christy and Carol Award winner. Her book Once Upon a Prince, first in the Royal Wedding series, was filmed for an Original Hallmark movie. A graduate of Ohio State, Rachel lives in sunny central Florida with her husband and ornery cat.
