A confused graduate struggles to establish herself apart from her family’s expectations and to find lasting love.

Meet Elizabeth's Books

Elizabeth Standish is the author of new adult/women’s fiction/romancey books—a mash of themes and experiences that reflect the montage of life. Where the challenge of being single, being a student, being someone’s kid/partner/coworker/patient, of wanting something more—of, you know, being alive—takes us on the adventure of self-discovery in personal, playful, immersive stories. Where the happily-ever-after we thought we wanted isn’t always what we get, but where we always find hope.

review

... an introspective romance novel in which a reluctant law student discovers that she's capable of embracing change.

Forward Clarion Reviews

Swoonworthy romance!

AbigailLibrarian

Packed to the brim with charm and emotion. a heartfelt and relatable coming-of-age story that celebrates the journey of understanding oneself, accepting one's flaws, and finding a sense of belonging.

K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite

Captures the chaos of life in your early twenties beautifully.

reader Jane D

Cannot recommend it enough.

Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite

A whirlwind of excitement ... [and] a beautiful message about embracing the messiness of life and finding your own path.

GoodReads reader Sue

Shows how one’s blunders can be turned into stepping stones. An awesome book I was able to relate to.

Angelique Papayannopoulos for Readers' Favorite