The Eastern Shore

By Irma J Taylor

Indulge yourself in the richness of southern charm, as debut novelist Irma Taylor tells the story of Emma Lawrence and Rutledge Barnes, who cross paths while on a journey of rediscovering themselves. This heartwarming story, set in one of the South's most beautiful towns, has all the elements of a true southern classic. Emma Lawrence's life is full-overwhelming in fact. Recently divorced, middle-aged, and alone, the central focus of her life has become all but her own. Her mother is suffering from Alzheimer's and her only son's wedding is fast approaching. Stubborn and determined to prove to the world that she doesn't need anyone, she finds herself increasingly longing for more of what she refuses to acknowledge as the missing piece in her life.Rutledge Barnes, a 55-year-old grandfather and retired Air Force officer, has returned to his hometown of Fairhope Alabama to settle in and live his dream of a life in the warm southern climate. A recent widower, he struggles with the challenges of learning to navigate through the storms of his new life alone. Determined to overcome his sadness, he soon finds peace inside the nuances of the quiet little town with its calming seaside, warm breezes, peaceful sunsets, and the camaraderie of childhood friends rediscovered. Join Irma Taylor as she takes you on an unforgettable journey into the lives of these two people who discover the answers to their life's struggle, through the power of acceptance, release, and new love. A journey into areas they never knew existed.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1514266881
• ISBN13: 9781514266885
• Release Date: June 2015
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 362 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.8" x 6.0"