The Lodge

Olson (The Reunion) delivers a cozy insta-love story against the scenic backdrop of a Vermont ski resort. Alix Morgan has secluded herself at Black Maple Lodge to finish ghostwriting the memoir of former boy band member Sebastian Green. Eight years ago, Green’s bandmate and rival, Jett Beckett, vanished from the public eye and the world is eager to hear Geen’s take on what happened. Alix was the last person to interview the egotistical Jett before he disappeared and suspects she might have encouraged his retreat. Her writing would go smoother if Green would respond to any of Alix’s texts and calls—and if she weren’t so distracted by her hot ski instructor neighbor, Tyler Fox, who shows her around the surrounding mountains. The pair are immediately besotted, which will put off readers who prefer a slower burn, and the truth about Tyler’s mysterious past—and how it connects to Alix’s present—is easily guessed. There’s not much depth to be found here, but as a quick, wintry outing it works just fine. Agent: Holly Root and Taylor Haggerty, Root Literary. (Jan.)