Linda Holmes

Linda Holmes is an American author and pop culture correspondent. She is known for her work as a host on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour podcast and for her novels, including 'Evvie Drake Starts Over'.

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  1. 1. Flying Solo

    The novel follows Laurie, a recently single woman in her forties, who returns to her Maine hometown to settle her late great-aunt Dot's estate. While sorting through Dot's belongings, Laurie discovers a mysterious wooden duck, sparking a journey of self-discovery and adventure. As she delves into her aunt's past and the duck's significance, Laurie reconnects with old friends and navigates her own desires and independence. The story explores themes of family, identity, and the complexities of choosing one's own path in life.

  2. 2. Evvie Drake Starts Over

    The novel follows the story of Evvie Drake, a young widow living in a small town in Maine, who is struggling to move on after the death of her husband. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she rents out an apartment in her home to Dean Tenney, a former Major League Baseball pitcher grappling with his own issues after losing his ability to pitch. As Evvie and Dean form a friendship, they both confront their pasts and begin to heal, discovering new possibilities for their futures and exploring the complexities of love, loss, and starting over.

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