Life She Left Behind

A stirring saga full of life and heart, from bestselling author Jessica Blair

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2018
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Glenda McKinley, a young widow with the responsibility of securing her two daughters' futures, faces a difficult decision. Should she stay at her beloved estate, Pinmuir, in the Scottish Highlands, or follow her deceased husband's plans to join his brother in America? Although her heart leans towards staying among the familiar, circumstances force her to reevaluate her choices when her daughter Caitlin's health takes a turn for the worse, and the family doctor suggests a change of scenery would benefit her.

The family's imminent departure for Colorado comes as a shock to Ros, the eldest girl, who has fallen in love with Clive, the son of their estate manager. Despite her sister's sake, she agrees to try life on her uncle's cattle ranch, embarking on a journey that spans half the world.

America presents the McKinley family with a whole new world, but the scale of the country and the harsh realities of ranch life come as a stark contrast to what they left behind in Scotland. Despite the warm welcome they receive from Gordon McKinley, the family longs for the things and people they left behind.

When a gentle, unassuming cowboy named Jack falls for Glenda, she finds herself with a strong incentive to stay and build a new life. However, Ros's yearning for the man waiting for her in Scotland complicates their situation. Can the family ever find true happiness, as each member pursues their own dream?

Glenda McKinley's journey is filled with challenges and emotions as she navigates the complexities of love, family, and the pursuit of happiness in a new land. Through her experiences, she learns to adapt and grow, discovering strength and resilience in the face of adversity.

Weight: 236g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349411293