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After the sudden death of his wife, Joshua Park is confronted with the realities of widowhood—loneliness, practical chores, and a life that feels oddly unfinished. His beloved wife, Lauren, had prepared a series of monthly tasks for him, hidden in letters, to help him move forward. Each assignment takes Joshua out of his comfort zone: from buying groceries for the first time to hosting a disastrous dinner party, and even finding a new friend in a retail store. Through these daily challenges, he confronts his grief, anger, and denial, learning that happiness is not a straight path but a series of small, often unexpected moments. Set in contemporary America, the story blends humor with heartfelt insight, showcasing how ordinary tasks can lead to transformative experiences.
First publish date: 2021
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Kristan Higgins
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