NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • After her marriage ends one woman’s struggle to pick up the pieces
finally leads to a new beginning—but is the past truly behind her? In this poignant novel #1
New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber explores the powerful intersections of love
and family. This deeply emotional tale proves it’s never too late for love.”—Publishers Weekly
(starred review) It’s been nearly six years since Julia Jones had her heart broken. After her
husband became involved with another woman she did everything she could to save their marriage
to no avail. The couple’s two daughters continue to stand by Julia in the wake of their
father’s behavior—and they’ve had a tough time getting along with the other woman who’s become
their stepmother. Distraught after selling the family home Julia moves into a condominium
complex that offers the warmth and charm of a fresh start. Now having settled into her new
community and sold her successful interior design business she’s embraced a fulfilling new
life one that doesn’t seem to need a man in it. Her beloved father’s trusty saying is ringing
truer than ever: It’s better this way. But when Julia meets a handsome new resident in the
building’s exercise room she can’t help but be drawn to him. Heath Wilson is a welcome change
from the men she’s encountered on the occasional—mostly disastrous—dates her sister has eagerly
planned for her over the years. As she and Heath a divorcé himself begin to grow close their
friendship blossoms into an unexpected love. However they soon realize that combining families
proves to be a challenge even though their four children are adults. When a dramatic
revelation threatens the happiness they’ve found Julia and Heath must reconcile their love for
their children with their love for each other. If they can’t their bright future together may
be nothing but a dream.
