
<b>A second chance. An unexpected reunion. And a life that's about to be turned upside down.</b><br /><br />Aspen has built a quiet, steady life on her island farm—surrounded by horses, grounded by routine, and supported by a close-knit community. It's not the life she once imagined, but it's one she's come to rely on.<br /><br />Then Dob arrives.<br /><br />Once the man she was going to marry, now the man she's carefully left behind, Dob reappears with an easy smile, a hopeful heart—and a past neither of them has quite managed to let go.<br /><br />As old rhythms are disrupted and long-buried feelings resurface, Aspen is forced to confront the question she's spent years avoiding:<br /><br />Can you truly move on from the person who once felt like home?<br /><br />Set against the backdrop of island life, Before & After is a warm, heartfelt story about second chances, unexpected connection, and the courage it takes to choose what comes next.<br /><br />REVIEWS<br /><br /><i>"This is such a lovely book. The gorgeous Canadian island setting and the horses set the backdrop for a beautiful love story as well as meaningful friendships and family dynamics. I highly recommend reading Before & After whenever you want a big dose of cozy comfort!."</i> - Five-Star Reader Review<br /><br /><i>"I really love this book and know I'll be re-reading in the future. A perfect read to relax with and take some stress free breaths. A gem!"</i> - Five-Star Reader Review