Overview

In the quiet suburbs of the San Francisco Bay Area, Lana—a devoted mother and woman tethered by societal expectations—finds her carefully constructed world unraveling after her marriage collapses.

When Vi, a vibrant and compassionate medical graduate from Thailand, becomes the family’s au pair, she brings more than just warmth and order to Lana’s home.

She rekindles something Lana never thought she’d a love so profound it challenges everything she believes about herself. Vi's charm, resilience, and warmth seep into the cracks of Lana’s broken life.

Their connection is undeniable, a pulse beneath the surface that refuses to fade, but as their love deepens, so does Lana’s fear of breaking free from the traditions that have shaped her life.

Set against a backdrop of cross-cultural flavors, from fragrant bowls of coconut rice to the comforting warmth of beef rendang, their love story unfolds between kitchen counters, late-night conversations, and stolen moments of intimacy. But love, when caught between duty and desire, becomes a fragile balancing act. Will Lana summon the courage to fight for the woman who awakened her heart, or will she succumb to the weight of expectation and fear?

With rich descriptions of Indonesian and Thai culture, Somewhere Only We Know is a lyrical, soul-stirring exploration of love, identity, and the courage it takes to defy convention. Included at the end of the book are authentic recipes of the dishes featured in the story—an invitation for readers to savor the tastes of a romance that transcends borders.