The Tides That Bind

Loyal Emily has always put family first — even when it meant putting her own heart last. Peter is buried in his doctoral research and would rather avoid the drama altogether. And Cassie? She lives life on impulse, chasing new passions and old flames with equal enthusiasm.

When their mother calls them home to rescue the family’s fading seaside pub, the three siblings reunite — and instantly clash. Old wounds resurface. Grudges flare. And as they wrestle with the future of the pub — and their place in it — new relationships bloom in the most unexpected places.

But when a near-tragedy upends their fragile peace, the Gallaghers must face what they’ve been avoiding all along: how to let go of the past, hold on to each other, and still make room for something new.

The Tides That Bind is a funny, heartwarming story of complicated siblings, unexpected love, and the kind of second chances only home can offer. Inspired by Sense and Sensibility and perfect for fans of Love, Actually, it’s a seaside escape filled with messy families, tender romances, and the ties that hold us together.

🩷 A story that welcomes love in many forms — and embraces them all.