First published 2025
James is adrift after his wife's sudden death. Drowning in grief, he abandons his corporate job and retreats to their empty house. But when his estranged father-in-law shows up demanding answers, James is forced to confront his pain and take back control of his life. As he rebuilds his shattered world, James discovers unexpected strength and the courage to forge a new path forward.
Genres: literary-fiction, grief, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, second-chance
276 pages · Kindle Edition · Faber & Faber
Content warnings: death