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A husband's secret life, a wife's new beginning: escape to the Caribbean with #1 New York Times bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand.

Irene Steele shares her idyllic life in a beautiful Iowa City Victorian house with a husband who loves her to sky-writing, sentimental extremes. But as she rings in the new year one cold and snowy night, everything she thought she knew falls to pieces with a shocking phone call: her beloved husband, away on business, has been killed in a helicopter crash. Before Irene can even process the news, she must first confront the perplexing details of her husband's death on the distant Caribbean island of St. John.

After Irene and her sons arrive at this faraway paradise, they make yet another shocking discovery: her husband had been living a secret life. As Irene untangles a web of intrigue and deceit, and as she and her sons find themselves drawn into the vibrant island culture, they have to face the truth about their family, and about their own futures.

Rich with the lush beauty of the tropics and the drama, romance, and intrigue only Elin Hilderbrand can deliver, Winter in Paradise is a truly transporting novel, and the exciting start to a new series.

"I will just say that, 24 hours after I started this book, I purchased its sequel, What Happens in Paradise, and I did not leave either book to be enjoyed by strangers at the end of my vacation." —Elisabeth Egan, New York Times
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“I will just say that, 24 hours after I started this book, I purchased its sequel, What Happens in Paradise, and I did not leave either book to be enjoyed by strangers at the end of my vacation.”

―Elisabeth Egan, New York Times

"What do you do once you've become queen of the Summer novel and mastered the art of the Christmas novel? You start a new series, of course! This Fall, the incomparable Elin Hilderbrand brings us to St. John for the first novel in her new The Paradise series...Another compulsively readable hit by Hilderbrand."―Brenda Janowitz, PopSugar

"A new series from Nantucket author Elin Hilderbrand-that's set in St. John!"―Modern Mrs. Darcy

"With great verve, [Hilderbrand] has done it again with her latest novel, WINTER IN PARADISE, the first book in a planned trilogy. She is witty and engaging, and keeps her readers intrigued with a memorable set of characters...As always, she delivers a story with much detail, weaving her characters and storylines expertly...Be prepared to read a fast-paced and entertaining novel for several hours, which will keep you longing for the second book in the series."―Bookreporter

"The perfect vacation read."―Hasty Book List

"As she does in her books set on Nantucket, Hilderbrand excels at establishing a setting (the food! the luxury! the sea turtles!) that will inspire wanderlust...Hilderbrand is the queen of the summer blockbuster; her fans will be thrilled that she's looking to take on winter."―Susan Maguire, Booklist

"This fast-paced novel offers the voices of several different characters, as well as a hefty load of intrigue."―Nancy Carty Lepri, New York Journal of Books

About the Author

Elin Hilderbrand is: the mother of three three-sport athletes, an aspiring fashionista, a dedicated jogger, a world explorer, an enthusiastic foodie, and a grateful three-year breast cancer survivor. She has called Nantucket Island her home since 1994. Winter in Paradise is her twenty-second novel.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown and Company (August 25, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Mass Market Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 031643552X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316435529
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.75 x 1.05 x 7.05 inches
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Elin Hilderbrand first discovered the magic of Nantucket in July 1993. Her recipe for a happy island life includes running, writing at the beach, picnics at Eel Point with her three children, and singing "Home, Sweet Home" at the Club Car piano bar. Here's to Us is her seventeenth novel.

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Customers find the characters interesting, quirky, and fun. They also describe the writing quality as well-written, entertaining, and a wonderful escape. Readers find the book engaging, funny, and inviting with vivid descriptions. They describe the pace as fast and keep turning the page. Customers also find the romance plot sweet, touching, and relaxing. They say the emotional content touches them to the core and weaves human emotion, family, love, and life masterfully together. However, some customers feel the ending is frustrating, sensationalized, and predictable.

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97 customers mention "Characterization"79 positive18 negative

Customers find the characters in the book interesting and quirky.

"...The characters were equal parts likable and unlikable and it made this reader want to become their friends IRL...." Read more

"...Her writing style is so easy and enjoyable. Her character development is fun. This story is no different from her usual, except for the setting...." Read more

"...The characters are well developed . The setting is beautiful and well described to the point you will feel that you are there...." Read more

"...And I liked the characters a lot...." Read more

85 customers mention "Writing quality"60 positive25 negative

Customers find the writing quality of the book well-written, entertaining, and light reading. They also say it's a wonderful escape and part of a series.

"Great book! Immediately starting the next one. Very expertly written to weave a tale. Cannot wait to read on to find out what happens" Read more

"I love this author. Her writing style is so easy and enjoyable. Her character development is fun...." Read more

"...I think instead of ROSIE, that is supposed to be LuAnn?!! Editing mistakes, especially glaring ones distract from the book for me!..." Read more

"One of my favorite authors..easy read, fun and interesting" Read more

64 customers mention "Engagement"46 positive18 negative

Customers find the book engaging, easy to read, and a perfect escape from everyday life. They also say the story has nice twists that hold their interest throughout. Customers also mention the book is funny, sad, and has a little bit of sex.

"...Winter in Paradise captured my heart with the sadness, the joy of the setting, the delicious foods that tease our taste buds, and the sense of..." Read more

"One of my favorite authors..easy read, fun and interesting" Read more

"...This was very disappointing. I hope Ms H. Reads the reviews and takes them to heart. We are not stupid...." Read more

"I love Elin's books and always find them light, fun, yet well developed. This book was no exception...." Read more

58 customers mention "Descriptive writing"55 positive3 negative

Customers find the vivid descriptions of VI inviting, engaging, and hold their interest. They also appreciate the deliciously yummy descriptions of local cuisine and drinks. Customers also love the setting of St. Thomas and the scene that unfolds. They say the book is accurate with the descriptions and locations and a real page turner.

"...books is the mix of relationship, intrigue, emotional depth, and incredible scenery...." Read more

"Wow. Another unique story with intrigue, love, family drama and mystery. Bring on the sequel!!..." Read more

"...enough, add in some interesting characters, deliciously yummy descriptions of local cuisine and drinks, landscape and ocean view descriptions that..." Read more

"...She does such a great job of describing every detail of the islands I felt like I was there ( I wish ) I enjoy her characters as well ...." Read more

27 customers mention "Pace"24 positive3 negative

Customers find the pace of the book fast and fun. They also say it keeps them turning the page.

"...The book was a quick, good, easy read." Read more

"...A great style of writing.Thank you Elin, for hours of great reading.Looking forward your futures books." Read more

"I actually liked the book. It was very quick paced and had a great story. I couldn't wait to see how it ended...." Read more

"...Quick read and fun to imagine the characters in places that I actually been to." Read more

19 customers mention "Romance plot"19 positive0 negative

Customers find the romance plot sweet, funny, touching, and mysterious. They also say the book is set in interesting scenery with a mystery thrown in along. Readers also say it's easy to read, well written, and sexy.

"...heart with the sadness, the joy of the setting, the delicious foods that tease our taste buds, and the sense of betrayal dealt by Russell, who is no..." Read more

"...do you get to go on a Caribbean adventure but it has mystery and drama but romance as well!..." Read more

"Wow. Another unique story with intrigue, love, family drama and mystery. Bring on the sequel!!..." Read more

"...If you haven’t read this series yet, I can’t recommend it enough. It’s sweet. It’s funny. It’s touching. It’s mysterious!..." Read more

16 customers mention "Emotional content"16 positive0 negative

Customers find the emotional content of the book touching, compelling, and unique. They also say the book brings back memories of a wonderful time, and that they get a good uplift and feel adventurous after reading it.

"...single one of her books is the mix of relationship, intrigue, emotional depth, and incredible scenery...." Read more

"This book hooks you in from the first chapter! I couldn’t read it fast enough...." Read more

"...It’s sweet. It’s funny. It’s touching. It’s mysterious! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (although I’d love to give it a million more)." Read more

"...While this book is not set on Nantucket it is set on an island. It draws you in and keeps your attention...." Read more

108 customers mention "Plot"18 positive90 negative

Customers find the plot frustrating, abrupt, and sensationalized. They also say the story just doesn't get far enough, leaves many things unresolved, and is predictable. Readers also mention that the names of the characters are incorrect. Overall, they feel the book is disjointed and fraught with selfish, unsympathetic qualities.

"...Unfortunately, I didn’t realize this was a trilogy and the novel ends with a cliffhanger and no answers to my questions...." Read more

"...I don’t think it is okay to charge full price for a book that has no ending. It’s not really even a cliffhanger...." Read more

"...But . . . it stopped short...." Read more

"...A lot of unnecessary details that strung the book out. This one just wasn’t that great for me." Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars Suspenseful!
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Great book! Immediately starting the next one. Very expertly written to weave a tale. Cannot wait to read on to find out what happens
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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
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I zoomed through the pages of this one - it was one of those books that once you start you don't want to stop and there is no actual good part to stop at - the reader gets in the zone and doesn't want to leave - they want to keep reading and reading and never stop!
I think the author did an amazing job of setting the location for the reader - it felt like they were in St. John - I could feel the climate change, the warm weather, the boat gently rocking...the drama and angst were there - the reader felt like they were in the story - and this reader never wanted to leave!
The characters were equal parts likable and unlikable and it made this reader want to become their friends IRL. The author takes the reader on a roller coaster ride that they never want to end!
Don't hesitate to add this one to your TBR list and move it to the top! You may also want to get the next book in the series so that you are ready to dive in once you finish - I can't wait to see what happens next!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Knows how to set a scene!
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2023
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I love @elinhilderbrand for so many reasons. She knows how to tell the story in the most amazing locations. But my favorite thing about every single one of her books is the mix of relationship, intrigue, emotional depth, and incredible scenery. I don’t know of another author who does it quite like her.

A man from Iowa dies in a tragic helicopter crash in the U.S. Virgin Islands. But when his wife gets the call informing her of his death, she is left with so many questions. What was he doing there? Why take a helicopter? And why did his “boss” have his body identified and then cremated before his wife and sons had a chance to see him or identify him themselves? Irene and their two boys fly to the island and uncover some unimaginable secrets. I will not give any of them away here, but I encourage you to pick up this book. I have already purchased the other two in the series.

Book Quote” “It’s newly astonishing to Irene that as much as we know about the world, we still can’t see into another person’s mind or heart.”
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5.0 out of 5 stars SECRETS IN PARADISE...
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2018
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Irene Steele shares her idyllic life in a beautiful Iowa City Victorian house with a husband who loves her to sky-writing, sentimental extremes. But as she rings in the new year one cold and snowy night, everything she thought she knew falls to pieces with a shocking phone call: her beloved husband, away on business, has been killed in a plane crash. Before Irene can even process the news, she must first confront the perplexing details of her husband’s death on the distant Caribbean island of St. John.

After Irene and her sons arrive at this faraway paradise, they make yet another shocking discovery: her husband had been living a secret life. As Irene untangles a web of intrigue and deceit, and as she and her sons find themselves drawn into the vibrant island culture, they have to face the truth about their family, and about their own futures.

My Thoughts: As the story opens with Irene enjoying her beautiful home and her job with Heartland Home & Style magazine, a feeling of foreboding tells us that everything she holds dear will soon be put to the test.

Meanwhile, her sons Baker and Cash are being challenged in their own ways: Cash is facing reversals in his business and Baker’s marriage is on the rocks.

The phone call that changes their lives takes them on a plane to the Virgin Islands, to a place they might have loved visiting under other circumstances.

How will Irene and her sons deal with the death of their husband and father? What will they discover about the secret life he was living?

In alternating narratives, we learn more about the islanders who are now part of Irene’s story: Huck, a ship captain and stepfather to Rosie, who now has become part of their lives; Ayers Wilson, Rosie’s best friend; and Maia, the twelve-year-old girl who has lost her mother.

Set against the backdrop of the island retreat, Winter in Paradise captured my heart with the sadness, the joy of the setting, the delicious foods that tease our taste buds, and the sense of betrayal dealt by Russell, who is no longer alive to explain himself.

Just below the surface is the sense of a mystery, and as Irene reminisces about her life with Russell, she tries to piece together what signs she might have missed along the way. At the very end, however, another tidbit of information from the authorities adds a startling conclusion. Since this book is number one in a new series, I look forward to more from these characters. 5 stars.
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lyntrom
5.0 out of 5 stars A good story that leaves you hanging at the end
Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2021
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I did not realize when I purchased this book that it was part of a series. It was an excellent story about a family torn apart when the husband/father dies unexpectedly in helicopter crash in the Caribbean while he was supposed to be on a business trip over the Christmas holidays. His wife and two grown sons travel there to learn what happened but each discovery is another shock and there are more questions than answers. It was a compelling read and I enjoyed it but was disappointed to learn that 2 more books follow in this series and I will have to buy/read them to find out what happened.
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Marjolaine C
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book !
Reviewed in France on July 23, 2019
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Can't wait for the next one as this one leaves us with several unsanswered questions!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Audiobook that was enjoyed by 3 generations :)
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After listening to this book on my daily commute with I knew the audiobook version would be enjoyed by other family members and they all loved this intelligently spun story. Elin Hilderbrand writes witty enough to entertain after a long day at work without my mind starting to wander and lose the thread - perfect!
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Sloaney
5.0 out of 5 stars Another amazing Elin Hilderbrand book!!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 12, 2018
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This book was amazing from page 1. It started off on New Year’s Day in cold Iowa and transported us to St Johns and glorious sunshine!! I was worried I wouldn’t like this book as it wasn’t set in Nantucket but I loved this book! It has all the captivating amazing details that Elin writes with!! It has descriptions of her loving characters and their struggles and how they try to deal with them!! Food features as well which is always good! Elin loves writing about food and I love reading about it! The main character Irene I loved, she is a strong woman with an ideal life which crumbles around her when her husband dies and she discovers his secret life. Ayers was my fav character, whose best friend also dies, Irene has 2 sons and I really liked Baker who has a lot of problems to deal with in this book, I felt a bit sorry for him in the end. My only problem is I finished the book in a day and now I have to wait a year for the next instalment!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another amazing Elin Hilderbrand book!!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 12, 2018
This book was amazing from page 1. It started off on New Year’s Day in cold Iowa and transported us to St Johns and glorious sunshine!! I was worried I wouldn’t like this book as it wasn’t set in Nantucket but I loved this book! It has all the captivating amazing details that Elin writes with!! It has descriptions of her loving characters and their struggles and how they try to deal with them!! Food features as well which is always good! Elin loves writing about food and I love reading about it! The main character Irene I loved, she is a strong woman with an ideal life which crumbles around her when her husband dies and she discovers his secret life. Ayers was my fav character, whose best friend also dies, Irene has 2 sons and I really liked Baker who has a lot of problems to deal with in this book, I felt a bit sorry for him in the end. My only problem is I finished the book in a day and now I have to wait a year for the next instalment!!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Really enjoyed this!
Reviewed in Canada on January 17, 2021
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I found this so interesting and unique! The storyline was so different from anything I’ve ever read. I loved how it took place on an island. I found all the perspectives interesting and I loved finding out what was going to happen next. I liked how there was two brothers involved because I always find books with siblings interesting! There was never a dull moment and I loved the atmosphere! The ending was a shock and I can’t wait to find out what happens next!
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