COMING JANUARY 20, 2026

An emotionally rich love story with themes of lost and found family in a stunning Norwegian island setting.

A book cover featuring a group of houses by the water, with a cloudy sky above. The title "Where the Heart Meets the Sea" is prominently displayed along with the author's name, Kimbra Drake, and a quote praising the book.
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Kimbra Drake is a fiction writer who is also a certified book coach and developmental editor. She lives and writes in Virginia and Ireland. When not crafting stories, some of her passions include traveling, hiking in nature, photography, and attending gigs and readings at indie bookstores. Where the Heart Meets the Sea is inspired by her time living in Lyngør, Norway.

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  • “Emotional and heartwarming.”

    —Jayne Ann Krentz, New York Times bestselling author

  • “A rich, emotional story that sweeps readers to the beauty of Norway.”

    —Jennifer Probst, New York Times bestselling author

  • “A lovely and reflective read set against a stunning and unforgettable backdrop.”

    —Jennifer Moorman, USA TODAY bestselling author of The Vanishing of Josephine Reynolds

  • “A beautifully atmospheric story of family secrets, romance, and self-discovery that will delight armchair travelers everywhere.”

    —Kerry Anne King, bestselling author of Improbably Yours