In 'A Family of Strangers,' readers are invited into the lives of three women bound by the complexities of familial ties in the small town of Rookery Cove. Addy Topic, who is vying for a promotion, joins the local choir at the expense of her work-focused lifestyle, awakening memories of her past and unearthing secrets she's long buried through a lifetime of diversion. Stephanie Gallagher came for a fresh start with her family, yet the slow and simple life she sought becomes a test of survival for their familial bonds. Meanwhile, Brenda Lambeck, recently widowed, grapples with her problematic relationship with her daughter while embracing her role as a beloved grandmother. When a grave betrayal surfaces, it tears through the fabric of their lives, summoning them to confront the harsh realities of their choices. As they cope with the aftermath, the women are challenged with the daunting task of piecing together the shattered remnants of their lives. But with the weight of their histories and lies bearing down, can there truly be a path to reconciliation and healing?