Overview

In the quiet coastal town of Evermere, where secrets are whispered on the ocean breeze, Ellie Hartwell has built a life of quiet routine—painting, running her small gallery, and keeping her heart safely guarded. That is, until Maya Thompson arrives—sharp-dressed, city-smart, and carrying an air of mystery that sets Ellie’s world slightly off balance.

Maya didn’t come to Evermere for love. She came for a fresh start, to escape the shadows of a past that keeps chasing her. But when she crosses paths with Ellie, their connection is undeniable—warm glances across coffee cups, lingering touches, and an intimacy neither of them saw coming.

But small towns have long memories, and Evermere is no exception. When an unexpected tragedy shakes the town, old wounds resurface, and long-buried secrets come to light. As suspicion circles around Maya, Ellie is forced to ask herself: How much does she really know about the woman she's falling for? And is love enough when the past refuses to stay buried?

A story of love, mystery, and second chances, Heartstrings and Alibis is a cozy yet compelling sapphic romance where the heart and truth collide in the most unexpected ways.