"All these years, I've never given my heart to anyone...

The truth is, I didn't have a heart to give.

My heart was with a ghost."

To the rest of the world, he was the little boy who went missing on the Fourth of July. But to Sydney Neville, he was everything. Her heart hasn't been the same since her best friend disappeared, but she's learned to build her life around that missing piece.

Twenty-two years later, the last thing Sydney expects is for Oliver Lynch to return. Having been captive underground for decades, he's unfamiliar with the strange new world that awaits him--but he's alive. He's here. And no matter how he's changed, he and Sydney both still feel the connection that runs between them.

But as their reborn friendship begins to feel like something more, Sydney and Oliver realize there are still jagged, painful truths creating space between them. The walls Sydney's built don't want to come down, and as Oliver hunts for his missing memories and lost time, he realizes his nightmare is not yet over.

With nothing as it seems, is there space for love to bloom in this dark place?


"I have such a soft spot for strong but innocent heroes, and Lotus has one of the best there is. If you are looking for a compelling story that touches on deep, emotional topics, a heroine who is easy to love, and a beautifully vulnerable male hero, pick this one up immediately." -Mia Sheridan, NYT bestselling author

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bookshelf.at.tiffanys
Dec 19, 2024
10/10 stars
I don't even know if I can put into words how much I loved this book. What a tragically beautiful story. Jennifer Hartmann, I will read anything you write.

Oliver Lynch has been missing for 22 years. He has no clue how to navigate the outside world now that he's free from his captor. His only solace in captivity was the girl he concocted in his mind... but when he discovers that she's real and they're childhood best friends, how will he react?

This book was a thriller and a romance all wrapped into one. It had everything I love about the genres in it! The suspense, love, humor and the spice! Oliver was so damn cute and made me swoon.

I cannot recommend the audiobook enough! The narrators were perfect and do a great job of bringing Oliver's reentry awkwardness to love. 10/10 recommend this title. You will not regret it.
Tengst13
Sep 30, 2024
10/10 stars
This book has an amazing plot and he
kaelareads
Aug 21, 2024
This is my favorite book hands down. Jennifer Hartmann wrote a novel that symbolizes being a survivor—whatever that might be for every reader. I love the symbolism of the lotus flower!
KatieDavis05
May 27, 2024
10/10 stars
10/10 Amazing!😭🥺

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