The Girl I Used to Be

by Heidi Hostetter

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Pub Date May 11 2021 | Archive Date May 11 2021

Women's Fiction

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Description

Your husband is not the man you thought he was… but how do you move on, when you’re forced to keep his secret?

When Jill Goodman’s picture-perfect marriage implodes, she’s heartbroken. Still reeling from the shock, the only thing she receives in the hasty divorce settlement is the deed to her husband’s sprawling beach house on the New Jersey coastline. Jill never cared about money – only her marriage – but with Marc determined to take everything she owns, the beach house is her only lifeline left.

With no other choice, Jill travels to the shore intending to sell the house quickly—but the task is not as easy as she expects. Still, she can’t help but be charmed by the beautiful seaside town and its sweetly old-fashioned ways. Despite everything, Jill is starting to see a path back to who she was before she met her husband – not the demure, polished housewife she’d become, but the smiling young woman with the strong Jersey accent who loved her family more than anything.

Then Jill dives deeper into Marc’s secrets and she stumbles across a something in her husband’s past that changes everything. Could Jill herself have been unknowingly complicit in what Marc did and, if so, what will happen to her when the truth finally comes to light? With Marc determined to bury the evidence, can Jill find a way to save herself before her once perfect husband takes her down with him?

A gripping, emotional read that will keep you turning the pages late into the night, perfect for fans of Amanda Prowse, Elin Hilderbrand and Diane Chamberlain.

Your husband is not the man you thought he was… but how do you move on, when you’re forced to keep his secret?

When Jill Goodman’s picture-perfect marriage implodes, she’s heartbroken. Still reeling...

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Advance Praise

What readers are saying about Heidi Hostetter:

‘I loved this book so much. It was so emotional and heart-warming at the same time. Shows how things can be forgiven even after decades.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘This is a gorgeous read… I devoured this book in just one sitting and this book has completely lifted my spirits. I adored this book and although this is my first read by this author, it definitely will not be the last.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘Beautiful. This is a story of hope and faith. Reading this story made me feel good and the ending left me smiling! I can't wait to read more of these wonderful, entertaining and heart-tugging tales! Loved it!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘Heidi isn’t simply a writer, she’s an artist… Her descriptions resonate with all your senses… Heidi creates people you care about.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘I loved the characters and the story. The story unfolds with ease and a few surprises thrown in. I can't wait to read more by this author.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘I cannot say enough good things about this book. Each character draws you in to their world.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘Wonderful book! I could not put the book down. Love the story of family and finding that way back to one another.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

‘Loved this one. Really pulled you in and made you feel like you were going through what the character was. Such a heart-warming book.’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘A delight to read. It felt like an escape… A story of forgiveness and finding yourself.’ Goodreads reviewer

What readers are saying about Heidi Hostetter:

‘I loved this book so much. It was so emotional and heart-warming at the same time. Shows how things can be forgiven even after decades.’ Goodreads...