The Husband Hour (Thorndike Press Large Print Core)

Jamie Brenner was born and raised in suburban Philadelphia but has called New York City her home for the past twenty years. She graduated from George Washington University with a degree in literature and spent her career in publishing before becoming an author herself. Her books include The Gin Lovers, The Wedding Sisters and her next novel, The Husband Hour, will publish in April 2018. She lives in Manhattan with her husband and two daughters.

"A gifted storyteller, Jamie Brenner's latest novel, The Husband Hour, redefines 'happily ever after' and lays bare the complexities of imperfect love, loss and moving forward. The Husband Hour is a testament to strong women everywhere whose strength is often borne out of sorrow and struggle. A must read for book clubs and any place women gather."--Tanya Biank, author of Army Wives: The Unwritten Code of Military Marriage

"The Husband Hour is insightful and inspiring in its depiction of an isolated young widow who can no longer run from her family's mysterious past. Brenner is an expert at crafting characters who are relatable and authentic. It's the perfect book club read!"--Emily Liebert, author of Some Women and Those Secrets We Keep

"The Husband Hour is a timely and important novel about brain injury in professional sports, and at the same it is a moving and deeply felt study of family relationships. Jamie Brenner is a true force in women's fiction."--Anita Hughes, author of Emerald Coast and Christmas in London

"A powerful story of love and loss set in a dreamy beach town. The Husband Hour is the first must-read of the summer!"--Fiona Davis, author of The Address and The Dollhouse

"With her unique flair for capturing the complexity of family dynamics, Jamie Brenner has written her most compelling and touching novel yet. The Husband Hour is a beautiful story of grief, healing, the power of forgiveness, and the enduring love of family."--Amy Poeppel, author of Small Admissions

"The Husband Hour shines like the sun, illuminating the complications of loving with all its joys and sorrows. From the first page, I was captivated by Jamie Brenner's irresistible tale of families and lovers, the secrets we keep, the challenges we face, and the healing we need. This book is page-turner with a soul as deep as the ocean. It's the perfect way to start summer."--Nancy Thayer, author of A Nantucket Wedding

"The Husband Hour is a testament to strong women everywhere whose strength is often born out of sorrow and struggle. A must-read for book clubs."--Tanya Biank, author of Army Wives: The Unwritten Code of Military Marriage

"The Husband Hour is the first must-read of the summer!"--Fiona Davis, author of The Address and The Dollhouse

"Delving into complex issues of family, love and grief, this novel is ideal for those who believe our flaws are as significant as our strengths. A captivating read!"--Karma Brown, bestselling author of In this Moment

Praise for The Forever Summer
"A captivating tale of family secrets and strong women." --- People Magazine "Soap-opera twists and turns are tempered with the believable goodness of the characters, the messiness of their journeys, and just a hint of unpredictability as events unfold....Engaging and not too fluffy, an excellent choice for summer vacation reading." --- Kirkus Review "Tuck this soap opera into your beach bag....A light take on life's big questions." --- Good Housekeeping "Just when Marin's engagement and career start unraveling, an at-home genetic test confuses things even more-and clues her in to a family she never knew she had." --- Cosmopolitan