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A woman who is suffering from a tragic loss is placed on a jury with her estranged ex-husband.

Set against the backdrop of California's wildfire season, this vivid and magical novel explores a family in crisis as they navigate their diverging paths. After dropping off their only daughter, Pippa, at college, Lu and George Barnes return to their Sonoma home and confront an empty nest. Lu's growing dissatisfaction with their materialistic lifestyle becomes increasingly apparent; she finds solace outdoors, preferring the company of backyard animals to that of their pretentious neighbors. Meanwhile, George immerses himself in his winery business and art collection, unable to grasp Lu's discontent. Pippa, feeling lost in the bustling atmosphere of LA, seeks comfort in her beloved family cat and her zoology class, which offers a glimmer of hope. As Lu, George, and Pippa struggle to adapt, they grow apart, while external tensions rise; women are mysteriously disappearing across the country, and the impending wildfire season looms ominously. This story intertwines themes of love, family, and the power of nature, offering a profound exploration of what truly matters in a chaotic world. It delves into the things that sustain us when we are on the brink of losing everything and how we might unexpectedly find ourselves amidst turmoil.

Jana Thomas ist erfolgreiche Ärztin, glücklich verheiratet und Mutter eines reizenden Sohnes von sechs Jahren. Jedoch kann sich niemand erklären, warum die Frau, die so umsichtig mit ihren Patienten umgeht, auf die kleinste Rüpelei ihres lebhaften Sohnes mit erbittertster Strenge reagiert. Auch Janas Mann Cooper steht vor einem Rätsel, das zunehmend zum tiefen Keil in ihrer Beziehung wird. Denn nicht einmal ihrem Ehemann hat Jana anvertraut, was vor 16 Jahren geschah - bis eines Tages die Vergangenheit mit aller Macht über sie hereinbricht ...