Under the Stars

Under the Stars by Beatriz Williams  

From the New York Times bestselling author of Husbands & Lovers comes a sweeping, multigenerational story of family secrets, lost love, and long-buried truths.

When acclaimed chef Audrey Fisher and her famous mother, actress Meredith Fisher, reluctantly return to the exclusive shores of Winthrop Island, they intend only a quiet summer. But their plans are upended when a mysterious chest filled with priceless paintings is unearthed from the Mohegan Inn’s cellar—each depicting the same unknown woman. Who is she? And how did the works of a lost American master end up in their family’s possession?

💫 Two centuries earlier, a young woman named Providence Dare boards a luxury steamship under a false identity, fleeing scandal and the law. But when disaster strikes at sea, she must fight to survive—and keep her darkest secrets hidden.

🎨 Spanning modern-day New England and a true maritime tragedy in 1846, Under the Stars weaves together three unforgettable women’s stories as they grapple with the legacies left behind and the truths that refuse to stay buried. From storm-tossed shores to glittering secrets, this mesmerizing novel explores the powerful bonds between mothers and daughters, the weight of untold stories, and the art of reinvention.

📚 Perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Beatriz Williams, and historical fiction with a dual-timeline twist.