The town of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is the setting of Jack Schmidt's restaurant which has been in his family for three generations. Jack is in his early 50s and is unmarried and childless. The employees of the restaurant have been his true family. His former girlfriend Kitty couldn't compete with his devotion to the business. But with an ill mother, Kitty has returned to town. While stirring up old feelings in Jack, she reveals a shocking secret which causes him to take stock in his life. At the same time, the restaurant group DelDine, which has been gobbling up mom-and-pop restaurants in the area, has set its sights on Schmidts. Is it time for Jack to make some life changes?
In The Same Bright Stars, author Ethan Joella skillfully presents a kind, weary, and solitary man facing a pivotal moment in his life. Filled with a rich cast of characters, this quiet story is about someone coming to grips with his life. Jack observes his best friend Deacon enjoying his marriage and parenthood. Nicole Pratt, DelDine's local representative, a no-filter, high-energy person, starts to shake things up for Jack. This is an emotional, gentle tale which resonates, especially for those navigating middle age and contemplating their life choices. Through beautiful prose, the essence of
Rehoboth Beach, a quintessential coastal community, is well captured.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars.
Contemporary Fiction | Literary Fiction.
Publication Date: July 2, 2024.
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