Mary Alice Monroe is a New York Times best-selling author of both fiction and nonfiction books. She is known for her books that explore the ecology of the Lowcountry, the history of the South, and the plight of the endangered sea turtles. Her books have been translated into multiple languages and have been awarded numerous awards.
1. The Beach House (2002) – The Beach House is Monroe’s debut novel and tells the story of two estranged sisters who come together to save their family’s beach house. The story is a touching look at family bonds, forgiveness, and the pursuit of happiness.
2. Time Is a River (2004) – Time Is a River is a heartwarming story about a woman who learns to love again after the death of her husband. She embarks on a river rafting journey and in the process rediscovers the joy of life.
3. The Butterfly’s Daughter (2006) – The Butterfly’s Daughter is the story of a young woman who travels to Mexico to spread her grandmother’s ashes. On her journey, she meets a group of migrant butterflies who teach her the importance of family and the power of faith.
4. Sweetgrass (2008) – Sweetgrass is a touching story of a young woman who returns to her family’s plantation in South Carolina after her father’s death. She learns to reconnect with her family and the land, and discovers the true meaning of home.
5. Beach House Memories (2010) – Beach House Memories is the sequel to The Beach House and follows the two sisters as they embark on a journey to discover the truth about their family’s past. Along the way, they learn about the importance of family, friendship, and forgiveness.
6. The Four Seasons (2012) – The Four Seasons is a collection of four stories about four women who are struggling with difficult life challenges. Each story is set during a different season and follows the women as they learn to find strength and courage in themselves.
7. A Lowcountry Wedding (2014) – A Lowcountry Wedding follows the story of a woman who returns to the Lowcountry for her sister’s wedding and discovers the true meaning of love, family, and home.
8. The Summer Girls (2016) – The Summer Girls tells the story of three estranged sisters who come together to save their family’s beach house. Along the way, they learn the importance of family, friendship, and forgiveness.
9. The Summer Wind (2018) – The Summer Wind is the sequel to The Summer Girls and follows the three sisters as they come to terms with their past and discover the power of love and friendship.
10. The Book of Lost Friends (2020) – The Book of Lost Friends is the story of three women who travel to the deep south in search of lost family members who were separated during the Civil War. Through their journey, they learn about the power of courage and hope.