It's better this way: a novel
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New York, NY : Ballantine Books, [2021].
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Book
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301 pages ; 24 cm
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • After her marriage ends, one woman’s struggle to pick up the pieces finally leads to a new beginning—but is the past truly behind her? In this poignant novel, #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber explores the powerful intersections of love and family.
“This deeply emotional tale proves it’s never too late for love.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
It’s been nearly six years since Julia Jones had her heart broken. After her husband became involved with another woman, she did everything she could to save their marriage, to no avail. The couple’s two daughters continue to stand by Julia in the wake of their father’s behavior—and they’ve had a tough time getting along with the other woman who’s become their stepmother. Distraught after selling the family home, Julia moves into a condominium complex that offers the warmth and charm of a fresh start. Now, having settled into her new community and sold her successful interior design business, she’s embraced a fulfilling new life, one that doesn’t seem to need a man in it. Her beloved father’s trusty saying is ringing truer than ever: It’s better this way.
But when Julia meets a handsome new resident in the building’s exercise room, she can’t help but be drawn to him. Heath Wilson is a welcome change from the men she’s encountered on the occasional—mostly disastrous—dates her sister has eagerly planned for her over the years. As she and Heath, a divorcé himself, begin to grow close, their friendship blossoms into an unexpected love. However, they soon realize that combining families proves to be a challenge, even though their four children are adults.
When a dramatic revelation threatens the happiness they’ve found, Julia and Heath must reconcile their love for their children with their love for each other. If they can’t, their bright future together may be nothing but a dream.
“This deeply emotional tale proves it’s never too late for love.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
It’s been nearly six years since Julia Jones had her heart broken. After her husband became involved with another woman, she did everything she could to save their marriage, to no avail. The couple’s two daughters continue to stand by Julia in the wake of their father’s behavior—and they’ve had a tough time getting along with the other woman who’s become their stepmother. Distraught after selling the family home, Julia moves into a condominium complex that offers the warmth and charm of a fresh start. Now, having settled into her new community and sold her successful interior design business, she’s embraced a fulfilling new life, one that doesn’t seem to need a man in it. Her beloved father’s trusty saying is ringing truer than ever: It’s better this way.
But when Julia meets a handsome new resident in the building’s exercise room, she can’t help but be drawn to him. Heath Wilson is a welcome change from the men she’s encountered on the occasional—mostly disastrous—dates her sister has eagerly planned for her over the years. As she and Heath, a divorcé himself, begin to grow close, their friendship blossoms into an unexpected love. However, they soon realize that combining families proves to be a challenge, even though their four children are adults.
When a dramatic revelation threatens the happiness they’ve found, Julia and Heath must reconcile their love for their children with their love for each other. If they can’t, their bright future together may be nothing but a dream.
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MACOMBER
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FIC MAC
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FIC MAC
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Grantsburg Adult Fiction
MACOMBER
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Hayward Adult And Young Adult Fiction
MAC
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Hurley Adult Fiction
F Mac
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Iron River Romance
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Land O Lakes Adult Fiction
FIC MAC
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Manitowish Waters Adult Fiction
F Mac
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Mercer Adult Fiction
F MAC
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Presque Isle Adult Fiction
F Mac
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Sayner Adult Fiction
MACOMBER
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Shell Lake Adult Fiction
FIC MACOMBER
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Apr 23, 2024
Spooner Adult Fiction
F MAC
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Mar 26, 2024
Superior Adult Fiction
FICTION Macomber, Debbie
Due May 10, 2024
Winchester Adult Fiction
MAC
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Sep 23, 2021
Winter Adult Fiction
F MAC
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Nov 2, 2021
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Language:
English
ISBN:
1984818783, 9781984818782
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"After divorce shatters her family, one woman's struggle to pick up the pieces finally leads to a new beginning--but is the past truly behind her? #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber explores the powerful intersections of love and family in this poignant novel"--Provided by publisher.
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APA Citation (style guide)
Macomber, D. (2021). It's better this way: a novel. New York, NY, Ballantine Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Macomber, Debbie. 2021. It's Better This Way: A Novel. New York, NY, Ballantine Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Macomber, Debbie, It's Better This Way: A Novel. New York, NY, Ballantine Books, 2021.
MLA Citation (style guide)Macomber, Debbie. It's Better This Way: A Novel. New York, NY, Ballantine Books, 2021.
Note! Citation formats are based on standards as of July 2022. Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy.
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