"America's favorite writer" ( The New Yorker) begins an all-new trilogy-inspired by the inn she owns and the town she loves. The historic hotel in BoonsBoro, Maryland, has endured war and peace, changing hands, even rumored hauntings. Now it's getting a major facelift from the Montgomery brothers and their eccentric mother. As the architect of the family, Beckett's social life consists mostly of talking shop over pizza and beer. But there's another project he's got his eye on: the girl he's been waiting to kiss since he was fifteen…

The Next Always is the first book in The Inn Boonsboro Trilogy by Nora Roberts. This romance novel follows the story of Beckett Montgomery, an architect who returns to his hometown to oversee the renovation of the historic Inn BoonsBoro. As he works on the project, he becomes drawn to Clare Brewster, a single mother who runs a bookstore across the street. The novel is a heartwarming tale of love, family, and second chances. With its engaging characters and charming small-town setting, The Next Always is a must-read for fans of contemporary romance.