Slightly South of Simple
- Authors: Kristy Woodson Harvey
- Series: Book 1 in the Peachtree Bluff series
- Genres: General Fiction
- Rank:Top 1000 in Best Women's Domestic Life Fiction on AmazonTop 1000 in Best Family Life Fiction Books on Amazon
- Rating: 4.4 based on 5,226 reviews
- Release Date: September 9, 2017
- Print length: 479 pages (Hardcover)
About the book
Introducing the first installment of a new series from a rising star in Southern fiction, this novel delves into the lives of three sisters and their mother as they grapple with a long-buried secret that threatens to unravel their family.
Caroline Murphy had always vowed never to return to the small town of Peachtree Bluff in the South. A New York native through and through, she was devastated when her mother uprooted her during high school following her father's death. Now, facing a very public divorce and expecting a child, Caroline seeks solace with her mother, Ansley.
Ansley has dedicated her life to her daughters, especially after being left with nothing by her late husband. Running a successful design business by the water, Ansley welcomes Caroline and her granddaughter with open arms. However, the arrival of her other daughters, Sloane and Emerson, brings unexpected challenges as Ansley grapples with the fear of losing the newfound independence she fought so hard for.
As secrets resurface and old wounds are reopened, the bonds between the women are tested like never before. With themes of love, loyalty, and resilience, this heartwarming tale captures the essence of family dynamics in the charming backdrop of the South.