A heartfelt, surprising, and deeply human story about love, regret, and the ties that bind us — from ESPN host and bestselling author Mike Greenberg.
 
In My Father’s Wives, Mike Greenberg delivers an emotionally rich and often funny novel about family, imperfection, and self-discovery.
 
After his father’s death, Jonathan Sweetwater discovers that the man he idolized may not have been who he thought. Setting out on a journey to meet each of his father’s five wives, Jonathan pieces together a portrait of the man behind the myth — and, in doing so, begins to understand his own marriage, mistakes, and the meaning of forgiveness.
 
Part road trip and part emotional awakening, Jonathan’s journey takes him across the country and into the past — from Manhattan to the mountains of Montana — where every encounter with one of his father’s former wives reveals new truths about love and legacy.
 
Told with warmth, humor, and honesty, My Father’s Wives explores what it means to truly know someone — and how, sometimes, understanding our parents is the key to understanding ourselves.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A tender, thought-provoking family story filled with humor and heart.
Honest look at fathers, sons, and the complexities of love.
Emotional without being sentimental — perfectly balanced.
From bestselling author and ESPN personality Mike Greenberg.
A great mix of contemporary drama and hopeful reflection.
 
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of This Is Where I Leave You and The Rosie Project.
Readers who enjoy heartfelt, character-driven fiction.
Book clubs exploring family dynamics and self-reflection.
Anyone who loves stories of growth, connection, and forgiveness.
 
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The 100-Year-Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson — wit and wisdom in life’s journeys.