Golden Girl

Vivian Howe, Nantucket novelist, devoted mother of three, and longtime summer fixture, is killed in a hit-and-run while out for a morning run along the beach. But her story isn't quite over. From a peaceful vantage point in the afterlife, Vivi is granted one last summer to watch over the people she loves, along with a precious few chances to nudge events back on earth. As her family navigates grief, buried secrets, and the publication of her final novel, Vivi looks on, cheering, worrying, and slowly learning to let go. It's a story about the messiness of family, the bonds that outlast us, and the quiet wish every parent carries: to see how it all turns out. Elin Hilderbrand delivers a warm, bittersweet, and ultimately uplifting beach read about love, legacy, and the people we leave behind. Available now at Spindle & Spine Bookstore.