Mary Sheldon

In her eleventh novel, Mary Sheldon offers a poignant examination of the intricate dynamics within a family of sisters in Los Angeles. As Emily, the affluent personal shopper; Tara, a former child actress; and Clare, a free-spirited young woman, navigate their personal struggles, their lives intersect at their mother Mimi's home. Throughout a transformative year, the sisters confront the weight of their past, the disillusionment of deferred dreams, and the complexities of their relationships with their spouses and children. The narrative captures their journey toward self-discovery and the understanding that, while life may not offer Hollywood-style conclusions, authentic resolutions are possible.