Reaching among the books, Rachel Shaw removes a slim collection of poems written by a grandfather, Richard Carraway, for his beloved granddaughter...

Profoundly moved by Richard’s gentle words and the quiet essence of his life - living on an estuary, close to the land - Rachel draws upon her courage and sets out to meet him. The time spent at his cottage leaves a deep imprint that inspires reflection on her life and a chance to redefine the vision for her way forward. And for Richard, a quietly charismatic yet reclusive man, agreeing to Rachel’s visit would unknowingly touch his life as well.

The narrative is set in Hampstead, London, where Rachel lives and works, and on the west coast of England, where Richard lives, and essentially tells the story of two people who discover a kindred connection that, in the way of life’s deeper enchantments, changes both their lives. More...