Within Arm's Reach

The tender and perceptive debut novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Hello Beautiful , about three generations of a large Catholic family jarred into crisis by an unexpected pregnancy "This stunning . . . exquisite, skillfully written gem addresses serious issues-e.g., guilt vs. loyalty, the past vs. the present--[but] remains hopeful and includes ample doses of humor and wit."-- Library Journal (starred review) No one in my mother's family ever talks about anything that can be categorized as unpleasant or as having to do with emotions. . . . This spellbinding novel by bestselling author Ann Napolitano is a poignant reminder of how connected we are to those we love, even when we cannot find the words to say it. The unforgettable story of three generations of an Irish American family, Within Arm's Reach is another rich and deeply satisfying novel from the author who captured the many dimensions of grief in Dear Edward and the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood in Hello Beautiful.

The tender and perceptive debut novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Hello Beautiful , about three generations of a large Catholic family jarred into crisis by an unexpected pregnancy "This stunning . . . exquisite, skillfully written gem addresses serious issues-e.g., guilt vs. loyalty, the past vs. the present--[but] remains hopeful and includes ample doses of humor and wit."-- Library Journal (starred review) No one in my mother's family ever talks about anything that can be categorized as unpleasant or as having to do with emotions. . . . This spellbinding novel by bestselling author Ann Napolitano is a poignant reminder of how connected we are to those we love, even when we cannot find the words to say it. The unforgettable story of three generations of an Irish American family, Within Arm's Reach is another rich and deeply satisfying novel from the author who captured the many dimensions of grief in Dear Edward and the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood in Hello Beautiful.

Em has spent her life escaping blue lights and speeding through red ones. She got burned one too many times trying to find love. So, with a broken heart, she returns to the Crew, a small arms-dealing gang and the only family she's ever known. The Crew's leader, Colin, welcomes the talented runaway hacker into his fold again. It doesn't take long before Em inadvertently meddles with the city's biggest crime lord Castillo's new business venture. But she would never allow them to leave behind a young boy in the clutches of Castillo. They will need to leave the city to save the kid's life, and the road trip will bring moments of new feelings to arise. Colin faces a dilemma when Em's sole priority is to take down Castillo's empire. His own bleak history with the crime lord still haunts him. He must juggle between his growing feelings towards Em and ensuring his crew is safe. Will Em be able to find the redemption she craves before Castillo wreaks revenge against the Crew? While struggling to accept the new feelings, she's developing towards Colin. And will Colin be able to protect her when she dances so recklessly with danger and his heart?

Em has spent her life escaping blue lights and speeding through red ones. She got burned one too many times trying to find love. So, with a broken heart, she returns to the Crew, a small arms-dealing gang and the only family she's ever known. The Crew's leader, Colin, welcomes the talented runaway hacker into his fold again. It doesn't take long before Em inadvertently meddles with the city's biggest crime lord Castillo's new business venture. But she would never allow them to leave behind a young boy in the clutches of Castillo. They will need to leave the city to save the kid's life, and the road trip will bring moments of new feelings to arise. Colin faces a dilemma when Em's sole priority is to take down Castillo's empire. His own bleak history with the crime lord still haunts him. He must juggle between his growing feelings towards Em and ensuring his crew is safe. Will Em be able to find the redemption she craves before Castillo wreaks revenge against the Crew? While struggling to accept the new feelings, she's developing towards Colin. And will Colin be able to protect her when she dances so recklessly with danger and his heart?