Get swept away to the seaside in Maine in this captivating romance brimming with mystery Abandoned as a toddler, Sydney Rose has spent years wondering who she really is, homesick for a life she’s never lived. When a private investigator crashes into her world, she finds herself heading to a tiny seaside town in Maine to meet a woman named Maggie, who’s searching for the granddaughter she lost decades ago. If not for Maggie, Neil MacKean might still be back in Scotland, bereft and alone. Instead, he has a full life in Muir Harbor with an adopted family he loves and a blueberry farm to run. But the farm is struggling and strange occurrences have him concerned. Worse, Maggie’s once again caught up in the past, convinced she’s finally found her long-lost granddaughter. Worried for Maggie, Neil is suspicious of the city girl who shows up at the farm. But there’s something about Sydney that tugs on him, drawing out secrets he never meant to share. While Neil grapples with the future of the farm, Sydney wrestles with a past that’s messier than ever. Together, they’re pulled into a mystery complete with a centuries-old legend, unexpected danger . . . and a love as deep and wild as the sea. “With complex characters, a swoony romance, and a charming seaside town you can't help but fall in love with, Melissa Tagg delivers once again!” ~ New York Times bestselling author Courtney Walsh Look for book two in the Muir Harbor series, A Seaside Wonder, in early 2022! "An extremely charming tale with a twist and mystery. Tagg is at her best with this one, mining the depths of family and love. A shining novel not to be missed." ~ New York Times Bestselling Author Rachel Hauck "With complex characters, a swoony romance, and a charming seaside town you can't help but fall in love with, Melissa Tagg delivers once again!" ~ New York Times Bestselling Author Courtney Walsh Melissa Tagg is a fantastic writer—each story is better than the next, and this one shines! ~Susan May Warren, USA Today bestselling, award-winning author "This story about finding a place to belong is pure perfection and loveliness from start to finish. Not only is it set in a gorgeous seaside village, but both Neil and Sydney's journeys tugged at my heartstrings and did not let go till the end. Filled with Tagg's signature blend of romance, charming quirk, and emotional depth, Autumn by the Sea is definitely one for your keeper shelf." ~Lindsay Harrel, author of The Inn at Walker Beach "In Autumn by the Sea, award-winning author Melissa Tagg shows us how a family is held together by love, not by sharing a last name or heritage. The story has everything readers want: an engaging romance, a keep-you-guessing mystery, and intriguing characters. Written with Tagg's trademark humor, book one in the Muir Harbor Series made me eager for what comes next." ~Beth K. Vogt, Christy Award-winning author "Melissa Tagg has done it again! She crafted a swoon-worthy, heart-tugging romance with a meet-cute that beats all meet-cutes. It was full of mystery and surprise and kept me turning pages well into the night. I can't wait for the rest of the series." ~Tari Faris, author of The Restoring Heritage Series Melissa Tagg is the USA Today bestselling, Christy Award-winning author of swoony and hope-filled small-town contemporary romances. She's also a former reporter, current nonprofit marketing strategist, and total Iowa girl. Melissa has taught at multiple national writing conferences, as well as workshops and women's retreats. When she's not happily lost in someone else's book or plugging away her own, she can be found spoiling her nieces and nephews, watching old movies, and daydreaming about her next fictional hero. Connect with Melissa at melissatagg.com.