The latest heartfelt novel from the acclaimed author of Thrown, also known for her broadcasting work on Radio 2 and BBC’s Between the Covers, delves into Josie’s seemingly perfect life. With a supportive husband, loyal best friend, and a successful child at university, Josie appears to have everything she ever wanted.

Living in her dream home on a picturesque London street feels like a world away from her humble beginnings on a farm in Lancashire. Despite the outward appearance of contentment, underlying tensions simmer. Her relationship with her mother is strained, her marriage lacks the passion it once had, and the newfound solitude after her daughter Chloe leaves for university leaves Josie questioning if it’s truly what she desires. This life is what Josie never thought possible, the stability she craved during childhood hardships. Yet, a lingering sense of emptiness gnaws at her, prompting her to confront the feeling of losing herself. To truly embrace life, Josie realizes she must reclaim control and face the uncertainties that lie ahead. To do so, she embarks on a journey back to her roots, to the very beginning, in search of the answers she seeks.