Anita Diamant whose rich portrayal of the biblical world of women illuminated her acclaimed international bestseller The Red Tent, now crafts a moving novel of contemporary female friendship.Good Harbor is the long stretch of Cape Ann beach where two women friends walk and talk, sharing their personal histories and learning life's lessons from each other. Kathleen Levine, a longtime resident of Gloucester, Massachusetts, is maternal and steady, a devoted children's librarian, a convert to Judaism, and mother to two grown sons. When her serene life is thrown into turmoil by a diagnosis of breast cancer at fifty-nine, painful past secrets emerge and she desperately needs a friend. Forty-two-year-old Joyce Tabachnik is a sharp-witted freelance writer who is also at a fragile point in her life. She's come to Gloucester to follow her literary aspirations, but realizes that her husband and young daughter are becoming increasingly distant. Together, Kathleen and Joyce forge a once-in-a-lifetime bond and help each other to confront scars left by old emotional wounds.

Good Harbor: A Novel by Anita Diamant is a captivating book that takes readers on a journey through friendship, love, and self-discovery. Set in the beautiful coastal town of Gloucester, Massachusetts, this novel explores the lives of two women, Kathleen and Joyce, who form an unlikely bond. As they navigate through their personal struggles and triumphs, their friendship becomes a source of strength and inspiration. With its rich storytelling and compelling characters, Good Harbor: A Novel is a must-read for fans of Anita Diamant and anyone who enjoys a heartfelt and thought-provoking story.