Counting Miracles, A Novel By Nicholas Sparks

From the acclaimed author of The Longest Ride and The Notebook, this emotional and powerful novel explores the quest for belonging and redemption. Tanner Hughes, an Army Ranger raised by his grandparents, has always embraced a nomadic lifestyle, thriving on adventure and the thrill of the unknown. However, when his beloved grandmother passes away, her dying words urge him to "find where you belong," and she reveals the identity of his estranged father and his whereabouts.

Curious and at a crossroads, Tanner heads to Asheboro, North Carolina, just before his next military assignment. Within twenty-four hours of arriving, he meets Kaitlyn Cooper, a single mother and dedicated doctor. Their immediate connection is undeniable, but Tanner's transient nature raises questions for Kaitlyn, who senses a deeper story behind his enigmatic demeanor.

Meanwhile, eighty-three-year-old Jasper lives a solitary life in a cabin bordering a national forest, haunted by a tragic accident from his past. He becomes fixated on protecting a legendary white deer rumored to be wandering the woods, a symbol of hope and legacy that ties him to his own family history.

As Tanner, Kaitlyn, and Jasper's lives begin to intertwine, they each confront their fears and desires. None of them expects a miracle, yet the threads of their fates may weave together in a way that alters their futures forever. This poignant narrative examines the complexities of family, the power of connection, and the transformative journey toward finding one's true home. 📚❤️