This story begins as fifty-three-year-old Poppy Brennan shows up on Martha's Vineyard with only a suitcase, packed for an indefinite stay. Her only plan is to seek solace at a beach cottage that holds both fond memories and pain from her childhood. Poppy's life, as she knew it for decades, was suddenly, shockingly, and completely altered. As a result, Poppy is newly divorced, determined to survive, and about to embark on an emotional journey that begins as hopeful, then takes a dark and unexpected turn. Lori Bell's fifteenth novel captures the unpredictable nature of life. This tale is teeming with heartache and joy, obstacles and triumph, love and obsession. Through it all, readers will witness a woman who strives to find the courage to begin again.