Phaedra Patrick Books
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper – 2016
Widowed Arthur Pepper discovers a charm bracelet hidden in his late wife’s wardrobe on their first anniversary apart. Each charm reveals secrets from her adventurous life before their marriage. This sparks his journey across cities and countries, meeting old friends, uncovering her past, and finding healing, hope, and renewed purpose.
Rise & Shine, Benedict Stone – 2017
Solitary jeweler Benedict Stone, estranged from family and dreams, faces upheaval when his teenage niece Gemma arrives after her father's death. She challenges his isolated ways and old wounds. Bonding over gems and stories, Benedict learns forgiveness, reopens his heart, and seizes second chances at family ties and personal joy.
The Library of Lost and Found – 2019
Selfless librarian Martha Storm receives a fairy-tale book dedicated by her late grandmother Zelda, with clues suggesting she might still live. Investigating family secrets, Martha uncovers hidden truths from the past. Her quest empowers her to reclaim her own narrative, find courage, and craft a brighter future for herself.
The Secrets of Love Story Bridge / The Secrets of Sunshine – 2020
Grumpy single dad Mitchell Fisher removes love locks from a famous bridge, vowing off romance after losing his wife. Rescuing a woman who falls into the river, he joins her sister to solve a mystery of lost letters and love. This path helps him reopen his heart to new beginnings and unexpected joy.
The Messy Lives of Book People / The Book Share – 2022
Cleaner Liv Green idolizes reclusive author Essie Starling, whose novels fuel her secret writing dreams. After Essie's death, Liv inherits instructions to complete her final book. Navigating the chaotic publishing world, messy ties, and hidden truths, Liv embraces her creativity and finds transformation through connection and courage.
The Little Italian Hotel – 2023
Heartbroken relationship expert Ginny Splinter invites four strangers with romantic troubles to an Italian hotel for healing. Amid sunny landscapes and shared stories, the group bonds over reflection and renewal. They discover friendship, second chances, and surprising paths to mend broken hearts and rediscover hope.
The Year of What If – 2024
Approaching her second wedding, Carla Carter travels Europe to revisit ex-boyfriends from her gap year, pondering "what if" they were her true match. Guided by reflections and a fortune teller, she confronts past decisions, uncovers surprises, and gains clarity to choose her future with renewed courage.
The Time Hop Coffee Shop – 2025
Ex-TV "perfect mom" Greta Perks, dissatisfied with real life, finds a magical coffee shop granting wishes. After desiring her idealized commercial existence, she wakes in perfect Mapleville. Striving to rewrite her story, she learns true happiness lies in authenticity, family bonds, and embracing imperfection rather than flawlessness.