The Cottage In The Highlands By Julie Shackman May 2026

: The process of uncovering the house's past serves as a catalyst for Leonie’s own personal growth and recovery from her recent setbacks. Setting The book utilizes contrasting Scottish locations:

While walking her rescue puppy, Leonie discovers an abandoned but fully furnished cottage deep in the woods. Her journalistic curiosity is piqued, but her attempts to learn more are repeatedly blocked by , a grumpy elderly neighbor living next door who is fiercely protective of the cottage's secrets. Inside the house, Leonie finds a mysterious letter from a man named Flynn Talbot , sparking an investigation that weaves together past secrets and present-day romance. Key Characters The Cottage in the Highlands by Julie Shackman

: A significant focus is Leonie’s struggle to maintain her journalistic ethics and kindness in a cutthroat industry. : The process of uncovering the house's past

: The novel features two parallel "second chance" romances—one between the older generation (Lily and Flynn Sr.) and one for Leonie as she rebuilds her life and career. Inside the house, Leonie finds a mysterious letter