Book Review of 'A turn in the road' by Debbie Macomber

In this contemporary fiction book, Debbie Macomber not only manages to deep dive into the emotional issues people face, but she also introduces the reader to the love, struggles, and triumphs of three generations of women by adding color and humor to a heartfelt story. The 394-page tale of a road trip is smooth and easy to read. 

Bethanne's (the central character of the book) ex-husband, Grant, wants them to reunite, but Bethanne isn't sure she can ever trust Grant again, since his infidelity destroyed their marriage. Devastated when he left, Bethanne managed to put her life in order, start her own business and become a successful entrepreneur.

On a whim, Bethanne agrees to go on a road trip with her daughter, Annie, and Grant's mother, Ruth, who's driving across the country to attend her 50th high school reunion. Ruth hopes to right a wrong she did 50 years ago when she 'dumped' her high-school sweetheart, Royce. Ruth wonders if there are still sparks between them so that they can revive their love.

Bethanne’s daughter Annie, sure her boyfriend Vance is about to propose, is shocked to learn he plans to go to Europe for a year with his friend Matt and Matt’s girlfriend. Annie, angry and hurt by his decision, decides to join her mother and grandmother on their trip.

Initially, Ruth had decided to drive alone all the way to Florida from Seattle but with the addition of her granddaughter Annie and Bethanne, there was spontaneity to the group, taking them off planned itinerary quite early in the trip.

Throughout the long trip, the three agonize over their lives and the decisions they must make. Ruth wonders if Royce will forgive her for hurting him many years ago. Will they be able to rekindle that old flame? Will Annie forgive Vance or will she meet someone else she can trust and depend on? Most of all, what will Bethanne do about Grant? Will she go back to a man she shares a history with or be swept off her feet by a hunk on a Harley? Read it to find out.

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