A Standalone Suspenseful Romance
Kate is desperate for a new beginning. Fleeing New York with her two young children, she finds refuge on a remote Colorado ranch, hoping the wide open silence will finally keep them safe. But the past has a way of catching up.
An unexpected encounter with a man she once trusted stirs long buried feelings and brings questions she is not sure she wants answered. As Kate rebuilds her life in unfamiliar surroundings, small town secrets, unexpected danger and the challenges of single motherhood begin to close in.
To protect her children and reclaim her future, Kate must decide whether she can trust her instincts, confront the threats she thought she had escaped and open her heart to a slow burn romance that could change everything.
This is an emotionally charged story of resilience, healing and the courage it takes to begin again.
Perfect for readers of Nora Roberts, Diane Chamberlain, J. T. Ellison and Nicholas Sparks.
‘Pauline Tait is a spellbinding storyteller whose ability to transport readers inside the twists and turns of Kate’s plight leaves readers breathless. She word-paints, in vivid detail, the splendor of the Colorado landscape, and she creates characters who are raw and real.’
‘A Life of Their Own is such a triumphant and uplifting story and focusses on the resilience of Kate and her children.’
‘It was a beautifully written novel by an extremely talented writer. Excellent character depiction, plus an exciting storyline make for a roaring success. Highly recommended.‘
‘A Life of Their Own is an unforgettable novel. I admire and resect Pauline Tait’s artistry and can not wait to read more of her work.’
Book One in The Maren Bay Series
After ten years lost to dissociative amnesia, Abigail returns to Lochside on the Isle of Skye, carrying a broken heart and a past she can’t recall. The house she once called home feels familiar, yet the life she lived there has slipped beyond her reach.
As she tries to rebuild her life, fragments of emotion surface without warning. Faces stir feelings she cannot place. Conversations leave her unsettled. Everyone seems to know more than they are saying, and the closer Abigail gets to the truth, the more she senses that her lost memories are tied to secrets those around her would rather were left unsaid.
Caught between what she feels and what she cannot remember, Abigail must decide who she can trust, what parts of the past she is ready to uncover, and whether she can risk opening her heart to a slow burn romance that offers hope as well as danger.
An emotionally charged story of memory, secrets, healing, and the courage it takes to begin again.
Perfect for readers of Nora Roberts, Diane Chamberlain, J. T. Ellison and Nicholas Sparks.
‘Abigail Returns is a masterfully complex and intriguing tale of love, loyalty, betrayal and subterfuge that keeps readers on edge from its inception to its conclusion.’
‘A brilliant plot that plays out well, with a dramatic ending that is incredibly satisfying.’
‘Pauline Tait is a remarkable storyteller who creates authentically dynamic characters with whom readers develop an immediate connection.’
‘I never, in a million years, expected the twist within this story. It was incredible and completely unexpected…. I was completely consumed by it.’
‘ Beautifully descriptive writing and character depictions. I enjoyed the writer’s vivid imagery throughout the book and was intrigued as the story unfolded.’
Book Two in The Maren Bay Series
Struggling to come to terms with losing her mother, Anna embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her family and her mother’s hidden past. A letter, a photograph and the Old Lodge guide her back to the Isle of Skye, the island she loved as a child and a place simmering with unexpected secrets.
As Anna begins to settle into life on the island, she is unsettled by what she discovers. Hamish, handsome, quiet and moody, seems unnerved by her presence, though she cannot understand why. Ben, a polished city visitor determined to help, offers friendship, but Anna senses that his arrival may be more than coincidence.
When a newly discovered family member steps into her life, Anna realises that not every revelation brings comfort. Some truths sit close. Others stay out of reach. All of them hint at secrets her mother had left unsaid.
To move forward, Anna must decide who she can trust, what she is ready to leave behind and whether she can open her heart to a slow burn romance while the past shifts beneath her feet.
This is an emotionally charged story of resilience, healing and the courage it takes to begin again.
Perfect for readers of Nora Roberts, Diane Chamberlain, J. T. Ellison and Nicholas Sparks.
‘Pauline’s second book in the Maren Bay Series, Anna’s Promise, is a brilliantly dynamic, cross genre story. Following on perfectly from Abigail Returns.’
‘What a fantastic 2nd book in the series. I couldn’t put it down. I think these books would make a fantastic tv series.’
‘Pauline is a passionate and natural storyteller. Seamlessly weaving elements of her first story into Anna’s story.’
‘Pauline’s skill in bringing characters to life and keeping you eagerly turning the pages never fails.’
‘Tait has a wonderful writing style that truly pulls you into the story, providing emotional connections and a level of details that truly brings the book to life.’