In the quiet town of Bent Oak, South Carolina, Bailey Rae Rigby thought she knew her adoptive aunt Winnie Ballard well—until a mysterious discovery turns her world upside down. After Winnie’s passing, Bailey Rae plans a fresh start: settle the estate, use her aunt’s cherished personal cookbook, and launch a food truck by the ocean in Myrtle Beach. But everything changes when a desperate young mother arrives clutching that very same cookbook, revealing a hidden code promising refuge for women fleeing danger.
This discovery plunges Bailey Rae into a journey through her aunt’s past—a story stretching back fifty years, filled with pain, survival, and remarkable resilience. Winnie’s life as a Southern debutante was marked by a harrowing marriage, a daring escape, and the unbreakable bond of three women who transformed their trauma into strength. Together, they created a sanctuary for those in need, a secret shelter born from courage and friendship.
As Bailey Rae unravels these long-held secrets, she finds herself inspired by Winnie’s bravery and the fierce love that shaped her family’s legacy. With every revelation, Bailey Rae grows stronger, ready to face whatever threats arise and determined to protect the safe haven her aunt helped build.
This emotional novel by a USA Today bestselling author is a powerful exploration of trauma, healing, and the enduring ties of female friendship. It’s a story that lingers, reminding us that sometimes the greatest strength comes from the bonds we forge and the courage to stand firm in the face of adversity.
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