In Every Life: A Novel Authored By Rea Frey

In a poignant and thought-provoking novel, Harper faces an emotional crossroads when her husband Ben, diagnosed with late-stage cancer, makes a surprising final request: he wants her to find a new love before he passes away. Harper, who has built a new life as an art teacher in Chattanooga after her dreams of being an artist in New York crumbled, is shaken by this wish.

When a New York Times journalist arrives to cover Ben’s story, Harper encounters Liam Hale, her first love whom she lost touch with years ago. This reunion forces Harper to confront her long-buried regrets and questions about her past choices: What if she had stayed with Liam? What if she had pursued her art career instead of settling into a teaching role?

In the midst of these reflections, Harper makes a wish and unexpectedly wakes up in a parallel universe where her what-ifs are now her reality. She finds herself living the life she had once imagined—one with Liam and a successful art career. As she navigates this alternate world, Harper grapples with the question of whether the grass is truly greener or if she is where she is meant to be, no matter the sacrifices.

This novel explores themes of love, loss, and the paths not taken, offering a deep and emotional look at how we confront the choices that define our lives and the possibility of finding contentment in our present reality. 📚❤️