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It's Always Been Me by Megan Walrod revolves around the protagonist, Sabina Bell, an unselfish and empathetic woman struggling to find enjoyment and meaning in her life. Sabina's story starts in Los Angeles, where her rock star husband, Reece, confides in her that he had an extramarital affair. She recalls abandoning her art career to help him achieve his dreams. His revelation leaves her uncertain about the future of their marriage. His shocking news is closely followed by a phone call from Dora, Sabina's grandmother's best friend. Heartbreakingly, Nana, her grandmother, has suffered a stroke and is hospitalized, so Sabina drives to Santa Cruz to visit her. Sabina remembers the mythical stories Nana and Dora would tell her about the Selkies--stories about empowerment and self-fulfillment. Their stories reflect her own life. Can Sabina achieve the balance she longs for in her life, or will she continue to put the needs of others above her own?
It's Always Been Me is a compelling novel about embracing one's identity and reclaiming power and control of one's life. Sabina takes us on an intimate journey of self-discovery as she learns to trust herself more and boldly pursue her dreams. Megan Walrod explores themes like relationships, love, ambition, passion, and family ties in this captivating novel. Sabina's journey is difficult, but she learns to stay true to herself during her quest to discover happiness and her true purpose. Through Walrod's crisp and vivid writing style, readers will experience Sabina's continually transitioning life from her point of view. We get a clear sense of the impactful relationships in Sabina's life as we witness her learning curves and the evolution of her personal growth. This heartfelt novel is dedicated to fans of profound character-driven women's fiction. Add it to your library today.
