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There is no greater gift than friendship. For the first time in fifty years, Lynette Howe’s financial struggles are behind her. Her wildly prosperous online boutique is now someone else’s headache. It wasn’t hard to bid farewell to the fast-paced lifestyle of New York City, but designing her new life in the quiet town she left decades ago isn’t working. Men used to find her intriguing—mysterious, even—when her role as a stylish CEO demanded most of her time. Women’s desire to emulate her only helped fuel her success. But now? Now she spends her days poking around the small town of Ruby Shores, talking to a cat. She isn’t the only one struggling. Her mother, Donna, remains by ...
Welcome to the stories of a fun group of forever friends as they navigate the challenges of midlife together. She built a life for everyone else. Now it’s her turn. In this heartfelt and relatable women’s fiction novel, Jackie Turner is doing her best to navigate midlife, but the pieces are no longer falling into place. At forty-eight, her once-promising career has stalled. Her nest is empty. Her father’s health is declining. Alone in the big house that used to echo with laughter, she wonders how it all slipped so far off track. Desperate to reconnect with something real, Jackie returns to her Minnesota hometown and to the women who once knew her best. Time and distance may have faded their connection, but as they gather again, she discovers the bond is still strong and exactly what she needs. Better with Friends is the first book in The Kaleidoscope Girls, a women’s fiction series about second chances, lifelong friendship, and finding yourself in the middle of life. Perfect for fans of Hope Holloway, Fiona Baker, and Rebecca Regnier.
Can the unbreakable bond of friendship help five special women navigate devastating heartbreak? Together, the Kaleidoscope Girls have braved life’s unpredictable storms. But as Jackie, Kit, Annie, Renee, and Lynette gather on the sun-kissed beaches of Fiji, each wrestles with unfulfilled dreams and unresolved issues from their past. Yes, they’ve healed deep wounds, walked away from toxic relationships, and rebuilt their lives more than once. But as new and overwhelming challenges arise, they’ll have to fight harder than ever to thrive. Could the deserted Minnesota summer camp, where echoes of their youth remain, hold the key to a brighter future for these lifelong friends? It’s possi...
Embark on another heartfelt journey of family, friendship, and finding home again in the third book of the heartwarming Gift of Whispering Pines series. When Ethan’s life is upended, his primary focus is to protect his three teenagers from the sting of divorce. Raised in a nurturing environment, he is determined to provide the same for his kids. Fortunately, he’s not alone—his sisters and best friend are by his side, offering unwavering support. Juggling the roles of devoted father, business owner, and now landlord, Ethan inherits more than just property from his Aunt Celia; he inherits a chance to craft a new beginning. But when a devastating fire threatens to undo all his efforts, Et...
A captivating series that masterfully weaves the complexities of modern family life with the surprise joys and gifts of midlife reinvention. Jess Rand is eager to rebuild her life after a long-overdue divorce. First, she’ll sell the house that used to feel like home and start fresh at Whispering Pines, the Minnesota lake resort gifted to her sister by their late Aunt Celia. Her tumultuous marriage has mangled her belief in “happily ever after,” yet she’s excited to embrace her newfound independence. A savvy businesswoman, Jess mirrors Celia’s many talents. She’s determined to live up to the confidence Celia placed in her, despite a jumble of nerves and shaky optimism. But just as...
Before becoming a wealthy matriarch and the proud owner of Whispering Pines, Celia Middleton faced the challenge of a lifetime—saving her family. Kimberly Diede’s heartwarming series, Gift of Whispering Pines, began with this amazing woman’s legacy. Now it’s time to discover the secrets behind her success. Intent on escaping the far-off echoes of World War II, Celia tags along to her friend’s small lake resort, Whispering Pines. She’ll soon realize the quaint family getaway is the perfect place to spend the hot, humid days of a Minnesota summer. One glorious month of sun-drenched days and starlit nights will never be enough. The tranquil environment is a balm for Celia’s anxiou...
Welcome to Whispering Pines, a quaint resort on the serene shores in Minnesota lake country, and a heartwarming saga that beautifully weaves together the complexities of modern family life with the unexpected gifts of midlife reinvention. Two weeks ahead of Christmas, a jarring layoff from a twenty-year career sends single mother Renee Clements back to life’s crossroads. She’s been here before. Reluctant but resilient, she prepares to dive into the job hunt. Or is it finally time to focus on her own dreams instead of building someone else’s? While the idea is tempting, she’s still responsible for raising two teenagers. Frustrated, Renee pushes pause. She’ll wait until after the hol...
Come along for a fun girls' trip to Arizona with a group of old friends as they navigate the challenges of midlife together. Can these forever friends recapture their zest for life together? Annie Pierce knows the best part of turning fifty will be raising a glass in a toast with her oldest friends. As long as there is water, wine, and warmth, plus time to reminisce and reconnect, everyone should be happy. Fun with friends is a great way to escape life for a while. And Annie needs the escape. Will a week in Arizona be enough to quell her growing trepidation? She’d expected to enjoy her empty nest, but the house is too quiet and regrets are piling up over decisions made long ago. The rift w...
Come along for an amazing girls' trip to Hawaii with a fun group of old friends as they continue to navigate the challenges of midlife together. Sunshine and friendship help chase away the shadows. Packing is the last thing Kit Robinson needs to cross off the to-do list before her long-anticipated girls’ trip. She can’t wait to enjoy an icy cocktail under a hot Hawaiian sun with old friends, where they’ll toast the keeping of a thirty-year promise. But when a terrifying tornado sends Kit racing through a dark night, her time in the sun is in jeopardy. Surprises await her back home. Has Kit’s estranged mother returned? If that dreadful woman is back, chaos isn’t far behind. Kit’s ...
Can the unbreakable bond of friendship help five special women navigate devastating heartbreak? Together, the Kaleidoscope Girls have braved life's unpredictable storms. But as Jackie, Kit, Annie, Renee, and Lynette gather on the sun-kissed beaches of Fiji, each wrestles with unfulfilled dreams and unresolved issues from their past. Yes, they've healed deep wounds, walked away from toxic relationships, and rebuilt their lives more than once. But as new and overwhelming challenges arise, they'll have to fight harder than ever to thrive. Could the deserted Minnesota summer camp, where echoes of their youth remain, hold the key to a brighter future for these lifelong friends? It's possible, but only if they can finally summon the courage to embrace what has been waiting for them all this time. Life with Friends, the captivating fifth novel in Kimberly Diede's The Kaleidoscope Girls series, is an inspiring tale of second chances and the indomitable spirit of women who refuse to give up. Kick off your shoes and skip barefoot alongside these friends as they retrace the carefree paths of their childhood on a journey to claim their happy endings.