by Sara Gruen
First published 2015
In 1942, Maddie and her husband Ellis travel to Scotland, hoping to redeem his family's reputation by capturing the Loch Ness Monster. While Ellis and his friend Hank pursue the elusive beast, Maddie finds herself on a journey of self-discovery - navigating the harsh realities of wartime, the beauty of the Scottish countryside, and the strength of female bonds. As Maddie's eyes open to the world beyond her privileged upbringing, she must confront her own identity and desires.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, 20th-century, adventure
Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Scotland
416 pages · Paperback · Random House