Catch and Keep, A Novel, Smitten in the Mitten By Erin Hahn

Erin Hahn’s *Catch and Keep* is a friends-to-lovers romance that’s equal parts cozy, heartfelt, and irresistibly sexy. At thirty-three, Maren Laughlin is at a crossroads. She’s turned down her boyfriend’s proposal, left behind her steady park ranger job, and returned to the lakeside town in Northern Wisconsin that defined her youth. Her inheritance? A dilapidated waterfront bait shop that everyone else seems to think is a mistake. But Maren is ready to chart her own course for the first time, even if it means embracing uncertainty.

Enter Josiah “Joe” Cole, the charming, rugged owner of a local resort and single dad who knows a thing or two about second chances. After the collapse of his marriage, Joe has built a life that centers on his kids and the beloved family resort he runs. When Maren returns, Joe finds himself drawn to her newfound boldness, not just because she’s his best friend’s sister, but because she’s the kind of person who lights up his world. She brings joy to his kids, a playful spark to the community, and a loyal companion for their dog, Rogers.

What begins as an easy, natural connection between Maren and Joe soon deepens into something neither can ignore. But as they fall deeper, they question if love should be this seamless. Can something so effortlessly right withstand the reality of life’s challenges? In this tender, swoon-worthy story, Hahn explores the courage it takes to embrace love, even when it’s as unexpected as it is perfect. 📚❤️