The Bookshop Ladies by Faith Hogan

Joy and her recently retired husband are excited to embark on the next phase of their lives when a tragic accident shatters the couple’s dreams. Joy learns that her husband has a daughter that he kept secret from her. Reeling in shock, Joy is tasked with a trip to Ballycove, Ireland, to deliver a painting her husband cherished but one she never liked to a stranger whose existence has crushed her reality.

Fern was thrilled to find overnight success as an artist, but life had other plans for her. One fateful night triggered her to escape from the limelight and into the arms of the man she was meant to marry. A lifespan later, she retreats to the tranquility and charm of Ballycove to heal both new and old hurts.

Robyn was content to lose herself in books and let the world carry on without her—but that didn’t pay the bills. Living out her lifelong dream of owning her own bookshop in her beloved Ballycove but facing an uncertain future, she discovers support and inspiration from the most surprising connections.

Once again, Faith Hogan introduces fetching characters with real-life flaws and relatable life troubles and transports readers to the idyllic seaside town of Ballycove, Ireland, to experience genuine friendships and explore relationships.

The Bookshop Ladies delivers good feels straight to the heart. A delightful read.

Thanks to NetGalley and Aria for the read of Faith Hogan’s The Bookshop Ladies.