Nancy Thayer, a New York Times bestselling author, presents a heartwarming novel where a young woman's quest for fulfillment on Nantucket leads her to a mysterious manuscript and a life-changing friendship. After marrying Steve Kendall, Sara moves from Boston to Nantucket, Steve's hometown. While Sara adores the picturesque island, she struggles to fit in with Steve's close-knit group of friends, which often leaves her feeling isolated. Despite facing difficulties in starting a family, Sara finds solace in her work as a freelance editor.

One day, Sara discovers some intriguing pages hidden within one of her manuscripts, sparking her determination to locate the elusive author. Fanny Anderson, a reclusive writer of romance novels, has spent years secluded in her large Cambridge residence. Upon Sara's persistence to meet Fanny, a fruitful partnership and deep friendship begin to blossom between the two. However, as their collaboration progresses, a long-held secret from Fanny's past comes to light, motivating Sara to strive towards realizing both of their dreams.

This novel also includes an engaging excerpt from Nancy Thayer's work, "Nantucket Sisters." Nancy Thayer's novels have received widespread acclaim, with critics hailing her as "the queen of beach books" and praising her profound exploration of love and friendship. Thayer's talent in delving into the emotional depth of her characters has captivated readers, with reviewers commending her for her powerful portrayals of family bonds and evocative sense of place. Nancy Thayer's storytelling skill is compared to the intricacy of lace, woven together seamlessly like the delicate artwork of bygone eras.

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