Books like Ein Haus in Irland by Maeve Binchy
The novel follows Ria, a woman who has always believed that emotions should be shared and trusted among close friends and her husband. Her world is upturned when an unexpected event forces her to confront her own feelings and the fragile balance between love, betrayal, and personal growth.
First publish date: 1988
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Maeve Binchy
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