Lost and Found in Aspen

Following an unexpected tragedy, Hope Martin loses her sense of self and stumbles through life, occasionally landing in some embarrassing situations, searching for a way to heal.

After graduating from college, Hope Martin lands a summer internship at Anderson Ranch Arts Center, an opportunity that changes the course of her life. Instead of spending her free time trolling the malls in Ohio and working in her dad's car wash, Hope moves to Aspen, Colorado.

The magical resort town nestled in the Rocky Mountains feels like utopia. Surrounded by breathtaking views, Hope makes new friends, pursues her career as an artist, and enjoys outdoor activities. In Aspen, she meets the man of her dreams and soon finds herself on another new journey––marriage and starting a family.

But when a tragic accident occurs, everything falls apart. Grief sends Hope on a quest to reconnect with what she has lost as she struggles to pick up the pieces of her shattered world. 

Lost and Found in Aspen will make you laugh out loud, cry, and root for Hope as she stumbles through life, desperately trying to find her way back to where she belongs.

Lori Gurtman lives in Aspen, Colorado, with her husband, two teenaged children, and a Bernese Mountain Dog. Reading and writing are her favorite escapes, but when she isn’t doing that, she can be found on the mountain hiking, biking, or skiing.