Overview
Bluebelle Shea and Enzo Castellari are hardly more than children when they fall in love, despite the objections of their families who have been at war for years. They don’t know the reason for the brutal rift, but nothing matters except the way they feel. Their hopeful plan for the future is shattered the night Blue’s mother drowns—and her father is arrested for murder.
Ten years later, fleeing a disastrous marriage, Blue returns home with her young son, Murphy. As she settles into the community once more, chance throws her together with Enzo, and she is startled by the rekindled attraction he stirs inside her.
Drawn together time and again, Blue and Enzo try to untangle years of conflicting emotions and bittersweet memories. When a frightening crisis strikes, Enzo doesn’t hesitate to come to Blue’s aid. Resolved to put the past behind them, they fight to learn not only what really happened the night Blue’s mother died but also the truth behind the destructive clash between their families.
At its heart, What We Could Have Been explores the bonds between families, friends, and lovers and poignantly illustrates the ways we can heal after betrayal. Suffused with detail and sentiment, this is a novel that will resonate with anyone who has ever fought for their own happy ending.
Review
Bluebell Shea has returned home after ten years away. Her marriage has fallen apart and she has nowhere else to go. She has run from her past long enough. But, she is not quite ready to face what she knows she must.
Blue is a fabulous character. She struggles with confidence (you need to read this to find out!) but she is stronger than she gives herself credit for. Plus, she is keeping a big secret from her past love, Enzo.
I really enjoyed how this novel unfolded. The past and the present molding together really kept me glued! There are quite a few storylines in this tale. But, the author keeps them twisting around each other until you are so immersed it is hard to stop reading!
The narrator, Nan McNamara, is fabulous. Sometimes children are a kicker for me. But she did a great job with Blue’s son, Murphy.
Need a good story with corruption and family drama…THIS IS IT! Grab your copy today.
I received this novel from the publisher for a honest review.
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