Set between the glamour of 1978 Long Island and decades later, a whirlwind romance produces an unforgettable eleven‑carat ring. When that cherished heirloom reappears, three estranged siblings converge to claim a tangible reminder of their parents' marriage — and instead uncover a secret that reframes the story they thought they knew.
Blending family drama, romantic memory, and sharp emotional insight, the novel explores how objects carry legacy and how buried truths can reopen old wounds. As the siblings navigate grief, rivalry, and loyalty, the ring becomes the catalyst for difficult choices about honesty, inheritance, and whether the family will heal or fracture.
Ideal for readers of contemporary women's fiction and family sagas, the book pairs a witty, warm tone with serious emotional stakes. Paperback, 384 pages, published 2022 by Graydon House.
- Central themes: family, legacy, secrets
- Setting: Long Island, late 20th century to present
- Tone: warm, occasionally witty, emotionally resonant