ALMOST, Elizabeth Benedict's fourth novel, is "her most spirited to date" (New York Times Book Review). Forty-something narrator Sophy Chase has just begun a lighthearted, romantically adventurous life in New York City when she learns that her almost ex-husband has been found dead on the New England resort island where she left him just months before. Lured back to the island by feelings she thought she had left behind, Sophy must navigate treacherous emotional terrain involving her grown stepdaughters, a former lover who is now a celebrity lawyer, the mystery of her husband's death — and her own darkest impulses.

Almost by Elizabeth Benedict is a captivating novel that explores themes of love, loss, and identity. Set in a compelling narrative, the story follows the lives of its characters as they navigate through the complexities of relationships and self-discovery. With its engaging writing style and thought-provoking plot, Almost is a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction. This large paperback edition is perfect for those who enjoy holding a physical book in their hands while immersing themselves in a compelling story.