A Very Typical Family

In her debut novel, A Very Typical Family, Sierra Godfrey explores the complexities of family dynamics with a blend of dark humor and warmth. After fifteen years of estrangement, Natalie Walker returns to Santa Cruz to claim her late mother's house alongside her siblings, who each carry their own burdens. As she navigates this unexpected reunion, including a search for her missing brother and a budding romance with a marine biologist, Natalie must confront her past and unravel the guilt that has haunted her. This contemporary women’s fiction tale celebrates the messy, yet transformative power of family and second chances.