Where the Story Starts

Shortlisted for the RNA’s Goldsboro Books Contemporary Romantic Novel Award, this story explores the unlikely friendship between single mother Leah and well-dressed stranger Clio, who feels an inexplicable connection to Leah’s home. As their bond deepens, it uncovers long-buried secrets from the past, prompting each woman to confront questions about belonging and identity. The narrative promises a heartfelt journey into the complexities of friendship, family, and hidden histories, set against the backdrop of everyday life in Whitley Bay.