Wow, this was one of those stories that pulls you in and doesn't let go! A well-written contemporary novel set on Nantucket, it has family, faith, and a mystery at the center, with many deeper issues woven in along the way. Sensitively handled, and brushed with grace, the story reflects on many difficult topics, like alcoholism and drug addiction, and their effects on families.

Sweet, artistic, hardworking Lynette is an admirable character, as she tries to care for her father and keep her family home together, working long hours. She's a faithful daughter and friend to her siblings who have left her holding down the fort for years. Putting aside her own dreams, she has stayed behind to support her father. Sometimes being too independent, it's hard for her to accept help, which is something I've struggled with too. Her siblings all seem to grow in their characters to be more loving and understanding because of her influence. Their friend Cecily saying "home is where you come to heal" seemed to sum it all up.

Highly recommend this to any Christian fiction reader. It's earned a place on my favorites list! Solid 5 stars!

(Book provided by NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.)

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