“Tragedy haunts her, regrets shadow him and passion lures them into a mystery as dangerous as their feelings for each other. In MY WILDEST DREAM, Freethy captivates with a sensuous game of tainted hearts and tempting romance.” Isha
Brodie McGuire was a bold, fearless skier whose dreams of Olympic gold vanished in one career-ending fall. Now, he’s following in the footsteps of his grandfather as … Now, he’s following in the footsteps of his grandfather as a cop in his hometown of Whisper Lake. Surrounded by the mountains he once conquered, Brodie is trying to find stability and purpose in his new future…when a case brings him together with a beautiful woman, whose cool reserve intrigues him more than he’d like.
Chelsea Cole was a country music singer on her way to the top when her music inspired a tragedy. Unable to face her fans or the spotlight, she went into hiding, reinventing herself as a small-town music teacher. But Whisper Lake has its secrets, and a problem with one of Chelsea’s students introduces her to a brash and altogether too sexy cop who wreaks havoc on her plans for a quiet, drama-free life.
As Chelsea and Brodie work together to solve a mystery, sparks fly between them. Brodie tempts Chelsea out of her safe cocoon, but will more pain be waiting? And when Brodie pushes Chelsea to find her voice again, will she be one more dream he has to give up?
Don’t miss any of the WHISPER LAKE novels:
Always With Me #1
My Wildest Dream #2
Can’t Fight The Moonlight #3
Just One Kiss #4
What the readers are saying about MY WILDEST DREAM…
“This is a captivating, heartwarming story with laughter, tears, and the enchanting town of Whisper Lake.” Kristen
“Chelsea & Brodie steal your heart from the very first pages to the last. MY WILDEST DREAM has small town charm and the comfort of friends and family. I loved everything about this Must-Read Story!!” Doni
“Barbara Freethy is a must read for me…romance, suspense, great stories & characters you want to meet & have a few drinks with.” Mary – on MY WILDEST DREAM
“MY WILDEST DREAM has just the right mix of romance and suspense to keep the reader interested from the first chapter to the final page. I loved everything about this book. Visiting Whisper Lake is like coming home and reuniting with old friends. You won’t be disappointed. Norma
“What a fantastic story in MY WILDEST DREAM. I love the twist of mystery that Barbara puts in her books.” Cindy – Goodreads
“A beautiful story of love and second chances. Dreams can change but they can get better too. Great mystery and suspense.” Yvonne on MY WILDEST DREAM
“MY WILDEST DREAM is another awesome book that will keep you on the edge of your seat.” Yvonne
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Love all her books!
I just love to read Barbara’s books. She’s a wonderful writer
I’m a fan of Freethy books, but this one left me a bit disappointed.
When you lose your dream. A story of how to move on and build a new dream.
Keeps you wondering right up until the end. Very well written.
Barbara Freethy has a way of incorporating romance and mystery plus real life that just keeps you turning the pages!
I absolutely loved My Wildest Dream by Barbara Freethy. It is the second book in the Whisper Lake series. Barbara Freethy has once again shown that she is an amazing storyteller. I could not put it down. I loved every page. I really enjoy how the book is told from the perspective of the main characters. I love getting the insight and feelings from the different characters. My Wildest Dream is the story of Brodie McGuire, former Olympic downhill skier turned Whisper Lake policeman and Chelsea Cole, former country singer/songwriter turned elementary music school teacher. Both Chelsea and Brodie had dream come true professions before life changing incidents occurred in their lives. Brodie’s career changed was forced upon him because of a career ending fall he took when he lost his concentration during the Olympic downhill trials. Chelsea chose to walk away from her singing career and has not told anyone of her reasoning behind her retirement. Chelsea and Brodie meet while Chelsea is searching around Brodie’s yard for the neighbor’s missing cat, Lady Jane, that she is cat sitting. Brodie helps Chelsea locate the cat and put her safely in the house. Chelsea and Brodie discuss the string of recent fires in empty homes around Whisper Lake. For Brodie it is love at first sight, but Chelsea fights her feelings. The following day Chelsea shows up to the police precinct to talk to her brother, Adam about one most recent arson and how it is impacting Travis a young student with autism in her summer school class. She runs into Brodies and discusses her concerns about Travis. Chelsea and Brodie agree to meet up at a local bar for wings later that night, Chelsea’s treat to show her appreciation to Brodie for helping with Lady Jane. While with Brodie, Chelsea’s ex-boyfriend and singing partner, Austin Boone, shows up. As Austin pursues Chelsea she hides out in Brodie’s house. Things begin to change between them. Paparazzi cause Chelsea and Brodie to leave a festival. Chelsea finds breaks down and tells Brodie the real reason why she gave up her singing career. He is the only person she has ever told she did not want to tell her family the reason because she did not want them to have to live for her. Chelsea gives into her feelings for Brodie, but has concerns since Brodie’s dad, Justin, has approached him able moving to L.A. to pursue an opportunity as a sports show TV host that he is developing for Brodie. Brodie chose to be a policeman because of his grandfather, but Justin has never approved of his career choice. I love the transformation that take place with Chelsea because of her relationship with Brodie. I love that Chelsea jotting down thoughts for songs and thinks about singing again. I love how once again, Barbara Freethy incorporates the title of the book in to the story. I love Brodie tells Chelsea that she is his “wildest dream”. I loved that My Wildest Dream is a more than just a romance, there are dilemmas that both Chelsea and Brodie are facing that need to be resolved. I love that there was the arson storyline, the Austin storyline, but most importantly Chelsea and Brodie’s story. I love all the descriptions of the Whisper Lake setting that Barbara Freethy detailed. My Wildest Dream is filled with the poignant and bittersweet moments in the story as well as the plot twists, that I have come to love and expect in Barbara Freethy’s stories. I love the cast of characters in My Wildest Dream and I am looking forward to reading the other books in the series. Who doesn’t love family and friends that always have each other’s backs? Reading My Wildest Dream felt like a family reunion, because the reader was able to catch up with Gianna and Zach and the other characters in Always With Me. I was also happy that they found Chloe’s husband, Kevin, but it was sort of bittersweet, not sure what impact that will have with Adam. I was happy that Chelsea overcame her fears and was willing to sing again. I thoroughly enjoyed My Wildest Dream, who doesn’t love a love at first sight story.
Always enjoy her books!
Love anything by Barbara Freethy
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This is a great book! You will always remember this book.. First time reading this author and will read more by her!
A Whisper Lake Novel. Second in the series. Great story! Even better than the last one! I loved it! It was fun reading about Brodie and Chelsea solve a mystery amid their getting to know one another and possibly moving towards something more. I highly recommend! Can’t wait for the next book in the series!
All of Barbara Freethy books are entertaining, easy reads with that happily ever after ending.
Whisper Lake book 2 and I have to say I am totally addicted to this series! I loved the Calloways (who are mentioned in this series and even some pop in!) and I am totally loving these stories ! I adore the characters and am enjoying getting to know them and their back stories, the storylines are relatable and engrossing, and in this book 2 (it’s Brodie and Chelsea’s story ) there was tears, there was laughter as well as romance and a little loving and a whole lotta support from friends and family! Throw in some suspense and a fire starter and you have an intriguing story!
The story between Chelsea Cole and Brodie McGuire is filled with heartbreak, secrets, and suspense but also humor and love.
Brodie was a professional skier on his way to the Olympics when an accident on the slopes wrecked his body and any chance he had at qualifying. After recovering from his injuries, Brodie becomes a cop and moves to Whisper Lake where he’d lived with his grandfather who was an ex cop. Brodie just recently moved into his own place and hasn’t had an opportunity to meet any of his new neighbors.
Chelsea Cole was an up and coming country music artist, but one day on stage Chelsea freezes and can’t go on. No one understands why and she has no intention of sharing. Chelsea moves to Whisper Lake to be closer to her siblings and takes a job as a music teacher. She’s made the decision to never sing again.
Brodie knows that his one co-worker has a sister that lives across the street, but he’s never had the chance to meet her. Until late one night when he’s woken up by the sounds of someone outside his house. Jumping out of bed and grabbing his gun, Brodie goes outside to check it out only to come face to face with his beautiful neighbor. It turned out, she was cat sitting for his neighbors and she couldn’t get the cat. With Brodie’s help, they manage to get Lady Jane back inside.
Brodie is instantly attracted to Chelsea and charms his way into spending time with her. The more time they spend with each other, the more they come to rely on each other. Can Brodie help Chelsea let go of her inner demons and find her way back to music? Will Chelsea play a part in helping Brodie decide what to do with his life?
Barbara Freethy has written another amazing story filled with exciting characters you can really relate to and enough suspense to keep you turning the pages. Her words truly bring the story to life.
I am loving this new series by Barbara. She has a way of telling a story that captures your interest and pulls you in. Brodie and Cheslea have both experienced the life of fame and all that comes with it. They are both acclimating to living a “normal” life and starting over. The connection between them is instant and develops into a great friendship and romance. This is a sweet and sexy story combined with mystery and intrigue that kept my full attention. Love all the characters and catching up with them. Can’t wait to get more of this series!
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book.
I loved this book, It has drama, love, humor and brought two broken people together. I love this series and can’t wait for next one. MS Freethy is great at pulling you in.
From Olympic contender to small town cop, from Country music fame to substitute teacher, Barbara Freethy’s newest in the Whisper Lake series, My Wildest Dream, tells us how quickly our dreams of greatness can be lost.
Brodie, professional skier on his way to possible Olympic Gold, falls and his dreams go down with him. Now he’s taken up law enforcement in Whisper Lake, the same town his grandfather once patrolled. Is he settled or just settling?
Chelsea, with her sweet voice, makes country music fans believe the words she sings, but is that beneficial or can it be harmful? Now she is substitute teaching in Whisper Lake, after a heartbreaking secret makes her run to family and leave her music career behind.
Now they’re working together to find an arsonist and to figure out if their dreams are behind them or if they’re just beginning to realize new dreams. Arson, mystery, an old boyfriend, a well-loved mentor, and parental interference all come into play!
I enjoyed Brodie and Chelsea’s journey, and we were introduced to many new players in what I hope will be another long running series! I can’t wait to read the next book set in Whisper Lake!
Brodie and Chelsea have both experienced life changing events. They are drawn to each other but she is strongly resisting the pull. Loved how he wouldn’t give up. They have a connection in more ways than one. The case/mystery about the arsonist kept me guessing. There was enough tension that kept me reading and biting my nails – loved the ending.
Brodie and Chelsea meet in a pretty unusual way and although they both have pasts that seem to haunt them they keep finding themselves together. Chelsea fights it but Brodie is persistent and she comes to rely on him and look forward to spending time with him. In reality they both have a lot in common and understand each other in a way nobody else can. They’ve both been famous and in the spotlight but have stepped away and reinvented themselves. While they learn to trust each other and stop running from the past, they are also involved in a mystery involving an arsonist. Great story about second chances, trust and seeing things in a different light. I received an ARC and am voluntarily leaving my review.
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My Wildest Dream is book 2 in the Whisper Lake series by Barbara Freethy about two people who were at the top of their careers then the unthinkable happens…
Brodie McGuire, former Olympic hopeful, downhill skier is badly injured and Chelsea Cole, former country music superstar leave their high profile careers behind to start over in Whisper Lake. He as a cop and she as a music teacher.
They end up working together to find an arsonist who is setting fires in vacant homes with the help of one of her young students along with an underlying story of whether small-town life is for them or will the past change their futures and put them on a totally different path apart? Only time will tell…
Note that I was given a copy of the book gratis for an honest review.
Barbara Freethy books are on my list of must-reads. This book, the second in the Whisper Lake series is no exception.
Chelsea and Brodie are two celebrities who found their way out of the limelight and into the small Colorado mountain town of Whisper Lake. Both left their respective careers looking to find healing. In discovering the way back to a joyful life, they discover the strength within themselves to reach new heights in their careers and with each other.
I absolutely loved this book! The story and the characters are so well developed that you can’t help wanting more! I for one am looking forward to the next installment of the series!