Once Upon a Time, There Was You by Elizabeth Berg

In Once Upon a Time, There Was You, Elizabeth Berg explores what remains between two people long after their marriage has ended—and how family can still bind them together in unexpected ways.
 
Irene and John are divorced and living separate lives on opposite sides of the country, connected primarily through their teenage daughter, Sadie. Their relationship may be over, but when a frightening event involving Sadie brings them together again, both are forced to reconsider the choices they've made, the people they've become, and the complicated meaning of love after a marriage ends.
 
Warm, perceptive, and deeply human, Berg's novel looks beyond the traditional happily-ever-after to explore parenthood, second chances, vulnerability, and the many forms a family can take.
 
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
Emotionally insightful story about marriage, divorce, and family
Explores how relationships evolve rather than simply end
Strong focus on parenthood and the bond between parents and children
Warm, character-driven storytelling with moments of humor
A thoughtful look at love, forgiveness, and second chances
🎯 Perfect For
Elizabeth Berg fans
Readers of contemporary and women's fiction
Readers who enjoy realistic stories about marriage and family
Fans of character-driven domestic fiction
Book clubs interested in relationships, parenting, and second chances