 Author: T.I. Lowe Genre: Contemporary Southern Fiction Pages: 352 Release Date: March 10, 2026 Publisher: Tyndale Fiction When Juniper Wilder’s grief spiraled into addiction, leading first to an arrest for drunk driving, then jail and court-ordered rehab, she lost the most important thing in her life: her baby girl. Now, sober and on probation, Junie is determined to prove she can be the mother Fern deserves. But she’s burned a lot of bridges, ones that can’t be easily rebuilt. Not every road is closed to her, however. Exiled to her late grandmother’s South Carolina beach house, Junie starts over, ready to pay off her debts and prove to her brother that he can safely return custody of Fern. She works hard and finds surprising grace in an eclectic recovery community. There’s an unexpected friendship, too—and maybe more—with her neighbor, Henry, a quirky college professor who helps her believe in second chances. Still, it’s hard for Junie to imagine ever forgiving herself, let alone receiving forgiveness from those she’s hurt . . . particularly when her past rears its ugly head and threatens to undo every bit of progress she’s made.
 Reviewer: Mindy Houng T.I. Lowe wows me every time I read her books. Every. Single. Time. The author has a gift for penning exquisite tales of grief, loss, regret, hope, forgiveness and redemption. This particular story centers on Junie, a recovering alcoholic. Junie is complicated, with a long history of rebellion and addiction fueled by a sense of abandonment and a mountain of losses and grief. Her first-person voice was achingly raw, broken, vulnerable and honest, as well as determined and hopeful. Junie made the world of a recovering alcoholic vivid and realistic. My heart ached for her grief and desire to make things right. The author portrayed the nuances in the relationships that Junie had incredibly well, from her co-dependent deceased husband to her tough-love brother Cy to her steadfast sponsor Gilbert to her newfound support system with the church and her AA group. And can we talk about Henry? I absolutely adored him through the ups and downs of their neighborly friendship turned more. Though he does not have a voice in the story, all of his words and actions spoke of gentle kindness, tenderness, and devotion. He was the perfect hero for Junie. I loved their witty and sarcastic banter and how they effortlessly became intertwined in their daily ins and outs. You will cry, laugh, and cheer as Junie travels on this path to sobriety and healing. As the title suggests, you will also find cameo appearances from those living in Somewhere from Lowcountry Lost. I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Tyndale House Publishers via Interviews & Reviews and NetGalley. I was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own. Reviewer: Ewurabena Wilson T.I. Lowe has written a beautiful masterpiece! What a novel! This is the second novel I have read by this author, and I loved everything about it. T.I. Lowe has written a novel where every component is perfectly blended, producing a touching and evocative read. Set in current time, Juniper “Junie” Wilder is a young woman who has just been released from a rehabilitation centre and is on a road to recovery. I consider her fortunate because she has a house awaiting her on Sullivan Island, South Carolina, to move into. The house, an inheritance from her deceased grandmother Olla, appears to be the only fortune waiting for her. Her elder brother, Cypress “Cy” Wilder, is cold and cynical toward her. Cy was the character that I would have loved to give my piece of mind to. His character is to be remembered for some time. Junie must push ahead to start a new life, prove herself to her loved ones that she has hurt and not relapse to her old ways. I loved Junie's character. She was resilient in her quest to move on from her old ways. She faced several temptations, and it was always a cheer from my end to see her overcome them. Junie did not have the “victim attitude,” and that endeared me to her. I love the support groups of Gilbert, Henry and the Magnolia Nephalist Society in her life. The themes in the novel were well articulated and written, showing the maturity of the writer. I strongly recommend this novel to anyone who believes in forgiveness, second chances and mercy. I received a complimentary courtesy of Tyndale Fiction through NetGalley and Interviews & Reviews for my honest opinion Reviewer: Elizabeth Eckmeyer
After finishing this book I honestly have a new perspective. This book has changed my heart! Junie is a young woman that has been through so much in her young life. She has overcome getting sober from her addiction. This story follows the journey of how addiction starts and the emotions and trials of ending. I saw a lot of the judgements that she went through and struggles. Through all of it there were small moments of joy that make us human. This story definitely has difficult content. I just felt sad for Junie. I also saw so much hope. I was lost in the phenomenal characters that came beside her throughout her journey. The relationships she has to put aside to keep her sobriety and focus on getting her daughter back. As a foster parent I resonated so much with this story. I often see my kids side and how things effect them but I often don't see their parents journey to get clean and the struggles they face. Again, this story truly changed my heart. I can't recommend it enough! A complimentary copy of this book was provided by Tyndale House Publishers through Interviews & Reviews via NetGalley. All opinions are mine alone. Leave a Reply. |
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