dreamland

#1 New York Times Bestseller A surprise you won't see coming. A love story you'll never forget. From the acclaimed author of The Notebook comes a powerful novel about risking it all for a dream—and whether it's possible to leave the past behind. We don't always get to choose our paths in life; sometimes they choose us. A PopSugar Best Book After fleeing an abusive husband with her six-year-old son, Tommy, Beverly tries to create a new life for them in a small town off the beaten path. Despite their newfound freedom, Beverly constantly creates a fake backstory, wears a disguise around town, and buries herself in DIY projects to avoid worrying. But her stress only increases when Tommy insists he's been hearing someone walk on the rooftop calling his name late at night. With money running low and danger seemingly around every corner, she makes a desperate decision that will rewrite everything she knows to be true. Meanwhile, Colby Mills has a thriller of another kind. A failed musician, he now runs a small family farm in North Carolina. Seeking a rare break from his domestic duties, he spontaneously plays at a bar in St. Pete Beach, Florida, where he meets Morgan Lee—and his life is turned upside down. The daughter of wealthy Chicago doctors, Morgan has graduated from a prestigious college music program and aspires to move to Nashville to become a star. Romantically and musically, she and Colby complement each other like never before. In one unforgettable week, two young people will navigate the exhilarating heights and heartbreaks of first love. Hundreds of miles away, Beverly will experience her love for her young son. Fate will bring the three together in a web of life-changing connections—forcing each to question whether the dream of a better life will withstand the weight of the past.