The Ocean in Winter

In The Ocean in Winter, the lives of the Emery sisters are irrevocably altered after their mother’s tragic drowning, leading to emotional estrangement from their father and each other. Now adults, Alex, Colleen, and Riley grapple with the lasting effects of their trauma, which resurfaces when a stormy night brings Riley back into Alex’s life after years of distance. As they confront the haunting legacy of their past, the sisters must navigate their grief and the complexities of family ties. This debut novel explores themes of love, loss, and reconciliation in the wake of tragedy.