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Hildy Good, a successful real‑estate broker in a small Boston North Shore town, struggles with alcoholism and feels isolated after her family’s intervention. As she confronts her demons, Hildy becomes entangled in local mysteries, old houses, and new relationships. The novel follows her journey with a blend of humor, sobriety, and the raw reality of an aging woman’s fight to reclaim her life.
Set in New England, the story interweaves family dynamics, small‑town intrigue, and a romance between two older adults, all framed by Hildy's ongoing battle with drinking. While confronting her past and present, Hildy seeks an answer to what it will take to keep her from becoming consumed by alcohol.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Ann Leary
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