Footsteps in the Sand by Fiona Baker

A heartfelt beachside saga that celebrates small-town community and the strength of family bonds.

As springtime warms the air in Rosewood Beach, Dean and Noelle are finally preparing for their long-awaited wedding. Dean has recovered from his surgery and is feeling better than ever, ready to move forward with his life—starting by saying “I do” to the woman of his dreams.

Alexis, whose jewelry business continues to thrive, has offered to design custom pieces for Noelle, and excitement is high as everyone looks forward to the big day.

But the perfect celebration they’ve been anticipating takes a gloomy turn when heavy rainfall causes flooding in many parts of the small town. As the water recedes, it leaves behind extensive damage, with both homes and local businesses affected.

Despite their disappointment at the thought of postponing their wedding yet again, Dean and Noelle, along with the rest of his family, leap into action to help their neighbors. As the entire town comes together to aid in recovery efforts, Hazel and Jacob open their doors to a couple who has been temporarily displaced. Watching Samantha bond with their young child warms Hazel’s heart, and she and Jacob begin to dream about having a baby of their own.

Once the worst of the disaster is behind them, will the Owens clan and their friends manage to pull together new wedding plans for Dean and Noelle? Or will the happy couple have to keep waiting to take their vows?

Take a trip to Rosewood Beach, where the water is warm, the sand is soft, and the Owens family is waiting to welcome you into their lives! This sweet and uplifting women’s fiction series is the perfect bookish escape.