Carolina Moon

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts comes an absolutely captivating story of a woman who, despite being physically and mentally abused, never gives up hope.Tory Bodeen was raised in a modest, dilapidated home in South Carolina by her father, who exercised total control over her with a leather belt and an iron fist, preventing her from realizing her full potential. However, Tory had Hope, whose companionship enabled her to be a child—something she wasn't permitted to be at home—and who lived in the large mansion just a short jump away.

Tory's life unraveled after the horrible murder of little Hope, which remains unsolved to this day. She is now resolved to find some peace and rid herself of the unsettling memories of the past as she makes her way back to her hometown with intentions to settle down and start a chic home design business. She is unsure whether the terrible loss they both experienced would bring them closer or push them away as she develops a new relationship with Cade Lavelle, Hope's elder brother and the heir to the family business. However, she's prepared to try and somewhat open her heart.

But living so near to those painful memories is going to be harder and scarier than Tory ever imagined. Because the person who killed Hope is also close by...