We’re thrilled to feature T.I. Lowe’s South of Somewhere on the Strictly Southern stage – if you attend you’ll be the FIRST to get signed first editions of the book, not officially releasing until the Tuesday after the festival! The publisher has given special permission for early release to Summerville Book Festival attendees!
A young mother filled with regret returns to Sullivan’s Island to rebuild her life and finds compassion in the most unexpected places in this heartfelt women’s fiction story of self-discovery and second chances from bestselling author T. I. Lowe, whose novels have been described as “soul-stirring, unforgettable romance” (BookPage).
When Juniper Wilder’s grief spiraled into addiction, leading first to an arrest for drunk driving, then jail and court-ordered rehab, she lost the most important thing in her life: her baby girl. Now, sober and on probation, Junie is determined to prove she can be the mother Fern deserves. But she’s burned a lot of bridges, ones that can’t be easily rebuilt.
Not every road is closed to her, however. Exiled to her late grandmother’s South Carolina beach house, Junie starts over, ready to pay off her debts and prove to her brother that he can safely return custody of Fern. She works hard and finds surprising grace in an eclectic recovery community. There’s an unexpected friendship, too–and maybe more–with her neighbor, Henry, a quirky college professor who helps her believe in second chances.
Still, it’s hard for Junie to imagine ever forgiving herself, let alone receiving forgiveness from those she’s hurt . . . particularly when her past rears its ugly head and threatens to undo every bit of progress she’s made.
- Contemporary Southern fiction for fans of Lauren K. Denton, Kristy Woodson Harvey, Mary Kay Andrews, and Victoria Benton Frank
- An inspiring and hopeful summer read featuring a sweet, opposites attract romance
T.I. Lowe also wrote the incredible Lowcountry Lost and Under the Magnolias.
“T.I. Lowe delivers a soul-stirring, unforgettable romance, pairing a couple’s redemption story with the restoration of a deserted town.” BookPage, starred review
“…[A] heartfelt tale of loss, healing, and second chances . . . this story will also attract the HGTV crowd, particularly fans of shows like Fixer Upper and Home Town.”Booklist
Sometimes what haunts you most is wondering what could have been.
Avalee Elvis prides herself with being able to fix just about anything. . . except her past. Unable to put the puzzle of her life together, she pours heart and soul into making neglected places whole again. As the owner of Lowcountry Lost, Avalee spends her days in hot-pink Carhartt overalls and a tool belt reclaiming Lowcountry properties. Making them beautiful again releases the deep sigh that soothes the hurt she holds.
Avalee’s latest project takes her to tiny Somewhere, South Carolina, a long-abandoned town. She ignores its ghostly folklore but can’t miss the shock of hearing the familiar Irish brogue that materializes on the job site—the voice of the man she never wanted to see again.
Rowan Murray is a structural engineer hired by investors to oversee the redevelopment of the quaint downtown Avalee is bringing back to life. Once upon a time, he was also the man who knew Avalee better than anyone else—or so he thought. Six years ago, neither of them was prepared for the tragedy they would face together or what would happen in its wake. But as they work together to complete the rehabbing of Somewhere, their broken pieces and the pain that nearly consumed them begin to lose its grip, and both begin to wonder if it’s not too late for a restoration of their own.
From the author of the breakout Southern fiction bestseller Under the Magnolias comes a story of loss and abandonment, forgiveness, and the beauty of undying love.
- Contemporary Southern romance with a second chance romance trope
- Special features include: discussion questions for book clubs, recipes, and a playlist inspired by Avalee and Rowan’s love story
- Contains themes of loss and restoration
- For fans of HGTV shows like Fixer Upper, Home Town, and Good Bones
T. I. Lowe is an ordinary country girl who loves to tell extraordinary stories.
She is the author of twenty novels, including the bestselling Indigo Isle; the 1 international bestseller and critically acclaimed Under the Magnolias; and her debut breakout, Lulu’s Café. She lives with her husband and family in
coastal South Carolina. Find her at tilowe.com or on Facebook (T.I.Lowe),
Instagram (tilowe), and Twitter (@TiLowe).