In this reader-favorite tale, #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Wiggs writes with heartwarming delicacy about life’s unexpected turns, and how family and love can help you find your way home.
Lily Robinson and Sean McGuire have nothing in common. She guards her independent lifestyle with a ferocity that hides a fear of love and the pain it can bring. He’s always been a rolling stone, making his own way. But with the sudden deaths of a couple close to them both, the two become joined in grief and a knowledge that they must step up and care for the three orphaned children.
With little more than hope and dedication, these five embark on a cross-country road trip filled with the ups and downs, the joys and frustrations that make up a family. Along the way, Lily and Sean and these troubled children will discover that even when you’ve lost everything, love still remains.
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"There is no doubt that I will pick up every book that Susan Wiggs has written. Thanks to the writer's great talent at storytelling, this more "predictable" family story/romance kept me entertained and charmed till the last page."
— Marleen (4 out of 5 stars)
" i love susan wiggs now "
— Vickie, 2/9/2014" So good! Loved it! "
— Paula, 2/9/2014" This was a fantastic and moving story about a family tragedy, and the way life moves on and mends itself. Very clean. "
— Krista, 2/9/2014" Fabulous! A story you hope you never have to live personally, definitely puts some things in perspective. Enjoying this author, truly loving her books :) "
— Rachel, 2/3/2014" I could not put this book down! Absolutely loved it! I experienced a whole range of emotions while reading this book. Susan Wiggs is a wonderful story teller. Will have to read more of her books. "
— Eva, 1/31/2014" A beautiful story that shows that it's love that makes a family not blood or even paper. I really enjoyed the plot and was caught up in the characters, seeing them and wanting to wrap my arms around each of them. "
— Elizabeth, 1/28/2014" In the beginning it is weird, but then it gets better. "
— Morgan, 1/17/2014" Very good book. Sentimental, sexy, interesting. "
— Sonya, 12/28/2013" The story drags and A LOT of repeating. This story could have been told in 150 pages or less. "
— Marie, 12/28/2013" Tearjerker for sure! Loved this book...the emotions seemed so real, definitely need a kleenex, or 2 ;) "
— Heidi, 12/23/2013" I loved it! Very good and fell in love with the bond the characters formed with each other and the way they pulled together in times of need! "
— Maggie, 12/22/2013" This was a heart-felt family story - very sad concept, but good character story. "
— Laureen, 12/13/2013" another great one by a great author. Susan Wiggs never dissapoints. "
— Sandy, 11/4/2013" It was a great read! You can overcome life's losses if you trust in love! "
— Julie, 10/26/2013" I love Susan Wiggs! This book was another page turner! "
— Cyndi, 9/10/2013" This was my fist book with this author, very easy to read..good, predictable, story...easy read for the beach! "
— Erin, 5/22/2013" Fairly predictable - therefore not very exciting. I nice diversion but unsure I will read another of her books.... "
— Carleen, 5/12/2013" I was reading this book the weekend I went to Calif for my Grandmothers funeral. The content was WAY to close to home for me. I couldn't finish the book because of the feelings emmitted. "
— Tiff, 1/29/2013" Cute, but predictable. Typical Susan Wiggs light romance. "
— Dianne, 11/6/2012" Pretty good. highly recommend as a beach side read - or where ever vacation takes you "
— Gabby, 10/9/2012" Sweet story - predictable, but nice characters. quick read "
— Lisa, 8/18/2012" Really good. Couldn't put it down. Happily ever after of course. Highly recommend it. "
— Nadine, 8/11/2012" This was good story with an interesting plot. Worth the read. "
— Jen, 7/25/2012" A feel good book, no thinking involved. A tragic accident leaves three childred without their parents to be raised by their playboy uncle and their mother's best friend. Though a simple and predictable story for the most part, I found it quite enjoyable. "
— lynn, 7/14/2012" Easy read--not a lot of substance. "
— Cathy, 6/19/2012" Predictable chick-lit. It was an okay read, not a struggle to get through, but quite forgettable. "
— Rhonda, 5/20/2012" This is simply a love story that comes about from tragedy. A story of family and all the turmoil that goes with. I needed to read something light and this was it. It's enjoyable and quick. "
— Roberta, 4/24/2012" You need some fluff every once in a while - I'm on a Susan Wiggs kick because I need to not think about what I'm reading right now! "
— Tricia, 3/7/2012Susan Wiggs is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than fifty novels, including the wildly popular Lakeshore Chronicles and the instant New York Times bestsellers Family Tree and The Oysterville Sewing Circle. Her award-winning books have been translated into more than two dozen languages. She lives with her husband on an island in Washington State’s Puget Sound.
Amy Rubinate has narrated over 250 audiobooks and won multiple AudioFile Earphones Awards. Her books have been selected for AudioFile’s Best Romance of 2016 list; Booklist’s Top 10 Romance, Top 10 Historical Fiction, Editor’s Choice Media; and YALSA’s Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults. She has a degree in oral interpretation of literature and won state and national awards for poetry reading. A voice actor and singer for over a decade, Amy has narrated many interactive children’s books and provided character voices for toys and video games. Amy’s work has been featured in the New York Times, the San Francisco Chronicle, AudioFile magazine, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, and Library Journal.