Nan Rossiter Livres

The modest ranch house where Callie Wyeth grew up looks just the same as she remembers it - right down to the well-worn sheets in the linen closet. But in the years since Callie lived here, almost everything else has changed. Her father, once indomitable, is in poor health. And Callie is a single mother with a beautiful little boy, Henry, who has just been diagnosed with autism. Returning to this quiet New Hampshire community seems the best thing to do for both her father and her son - even if it means facing Linden Finch, the boy she loved and left for reasons she's sure he'll never forgive. Linden is indeed stunned when he sees Callie and her son. Yet in the warm, funny relationship that develops between Henry and Linden's menagerie of rescued animals, Callie begins to find hope - not just that her son might break through the wall of silence separating him from the world, but that she too can learn to make a new start.

"Thirty-four-year-old Maeve Lindstrom loves her job at Willow Pond Senior Care. Her older sister Macey thinks Maeve is the only human being on earth who can make working in a nursing home sound like fun. Maeve enjoys being around the sundowners, as she calls them, helping them navigate their senior years--brightening a time that can be, all too often, a lonely, sad stage of life. Thirty-three-year-old Gage Tennyson--who brings his mischievous yellow Lab, Gus, to whatever restoration job he is working on with Macey's husband, Ben--loves Maeve with all his heart. He's a handsome country boy and a true southern gentleman. But as he and Maeve grow closer, they both sense that they haven't been completely forthcoming about their pasts. When Maeve realizes Gage might be planning to propose, she knows she must finally be honest with everyone she holds dear. She can no longer live with the secret she's been dragging around like an anchor, and she knows the only way she will be free to build a lifetime relationship with Gage is to risk everything--including his (and her family's) love and respect. Before she finds the courage, however, her past comes careening into her life in a shocking and unexpected way."--Provided by publisher

Exploring themes of family and resilience, this novel follows a couple facing challenges in their quest to start a family. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they encounter a young foster girl with a heart condition, whose presence profoundly impacts their journey. The narrative delves into the emotional struggles and transformative connections that arise from this unique relationship, setting the stage for a heartfelt series.

"It's been eight months since Libby Tennyson's husband, Jack, passed away, and now every afternoon on Tybee Island, Georgia, when the fiery sun sinks below the horizon, she finds herself wandering through the empty old farmhouse in which they raised their six sons. Melancholy hour, she calls it--the time of day that was once a flurry of dinner, homework, and chores. With her sons grown and on their own, she grieves for all she has lost--and worries about what the future holds for her youngest son, twenty-eight-year-old Chase. All the Tennyson boys are handsome, but there's something about Chase that has always made women swoon. Growing up in the shadow of his older brothers, Chase was different--gentler, kinder, a boy with a big heart who looked after those most vulnerable. Though his family loved him deeply, Chase never felt he could truly be himself until he met Liam Evans, his partner in business and love. After six years, he and Liam are ready to make a lifelong commitment... yet neither is sure if his family is ready for a same-sex wedding. But life is full of surprises. Libby finds solace and unexpected hope when she connects with the Guild, a group of widows--including her neighbors and lifelong friends, Ames and Payton--who gets together every Thursday evening for wine, laughter, and companionship. Here, Libby discovers not only a safe space but also a place of honesty and growth. While Chase and Libby may not see eye to eye every time, they can both agree that true love always wins."--Cover, page 4

Set against the backdrop of Cape Cod, the story follows Laney Coleman, who navigates the challenges of family life in her bustling home filled with her husband Noah and their five sons. As they prepare for Noah's brother Micah's wedding on their property, Laney grapples with her own worries, including her son's bullying and her ailing father-in-law. Amidst the joyful celebrations and unexpected sorrows, the summer unfolds as a time for love, growth, and cherished memories, highlighting the complexities of family bonds.

Three sisters come together to honor their mother's legacy, leading to a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. As they reminisce and share stories, they confront their own lives and choices, ultimately finding new inspiration to embrace their futures. The novel explores themes of family, love, and the bonds that connect us, highlighting the transformative power of remembrance and the strength found in sisterhood.

Set in the picturesque Cape Cod, this narrative explores deep themes of friendship and longing, weaving a poignant tale of love's resilience. The characters navigate their relationships amidst the scenic beauty, revealing the complexities of human connections and emotional journeys.