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A turn in the road
592 pages
A heartwarming, intergenerational road trip that explores second chances and the enduring bonds between women.
What it feels like
A steady, heartwarming journey that wraps the reader in the comforting dynamics of intergenerational female friendship. The narrative unfolds at the rhythm of a cross-country road trip, offering plenty of space for reflection, nostalgia, and the quiet healing of old heartbreaks. Its tone is earnest and uplifting, grounded in the relatable struggles of divorce, widowhood, and youthful romantic missteps. The prose is accessible and warm, prioritizing emotional clarity over stylistic flourish, making it an effortless and cozy read. It is a story that moves gently from uncertainty toward hopeful new beginnings, delighting readers who crave character-driven tales of second chances, family bonds, and the unexpected romantic detours that can change the course of a life.
- Mood
- cozy
- nostalgic
- uplifting
- Tone
- earnest
- hopeful
- reflective
- warm
- Pace
- steady
- Themes
- intergenerational bonding · second chances · moving on from heartbreak · female friendship
- The writing
- Accessible, warm, and straightforward, focusing on emotional clarity and character relationships.
- The arc
- Moves from uncertainty and lingering heartbreak toward hopeful new beginnings and self-assurance.
- Who it's for
- Readers who love heartwarming, character-driven stories about family dynamics, road trips, and second chances.
Content notes
- divorce
- grief
About the book
In the middle of the year, in the middle of her life, Bethanne Hamlin takes a road trip with her daughter, Annie, and her former mother-in-law, Ruth.
They're driving to Florida for Ruth's 50th high school reunion. A longtime widow, Ruth would like to reconnect with Royce, the love of her teenage life. She's heard he's alone, too....
Bethanne needs time to reflect on a decision she has to make—whether or not to reconcile with her ex-husband, Grant, her children's father.
Meanwhile, Annie's out to prove to her onetime boyfriend that she can live a brilliant life without him!
So there they are, three women driving across America. They have their maps and their directions—but even the best-planned journey can take you to a turn in the road. Or lead to an unexpected encounter—like the day Bethanne meets a man named Max.
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