Death may be life's only certainty, but between the bookends of birth and the end, there's a whole lot of chaos, beauty, and unexpected turns—if you're lucky. After the death of his wife, Meg Popkin's father does the unthinkable: he disappears from their Chicago life and resurfaces in the sleepy, off-the-map town of Blue Lake, Michigan. For Meg, a sharp and driven news reporter used to chasing headlines, his sudden move isn't just grief—it's a mystery.

With the help of charming and enigmatic newcomer Brian Welter, Meg digs into the strange allure of Blue Lake—a place where people seem to arrive with baggage and leave transformed. As secrets surface and emotions ignite, Meg finds herself not only uncovering a deeper truth about her father, but also about what it means to truly live.

A stirring blend of mystery, romance, and emotional discovery, this novel invites you to escape to a place where healing hides in plain sight—and love might just be the biggest surprise of all. Perfect for readers who crave a heart-tugging story with depth, soul, and just the right touch of small-town magic.

Book 2: The Secret of Silver Beach