The latest novel from the bestselling author of Thrown and prominent broadcaster on Radio 2 and BBC’s Between the Covers presents Josie’s seemingly idyllic life. With a loving husband, supportive best friend, and a successful child at university, Josie appears to have it all.

Yet, beneath the surface, cracks start to show. Her relationship with her mother is strained, her marriage lacks the spark it once had, and empty nest syndrome begins to set in. Despite having the house of her dreams in London, Josie can’t shake the feeling that something vital is missing. As she reflects on her past and grapples with her present, Josie realizes she needs to reclaim her sense of self and confront the uncertainties of her future. To do so, she must journey back to her roots and confront the origins of her deepest desires and fears.