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The Daphne Project, Jacqui Lents’ debut award-winning novel.
What if Bridget Jones had read Nancy Drew instead of Jane Austen?
Daphne Patterson hasn’t just hit rock bottom—she’s faceplanted. At thirty, she’s an unemployed librarian, betrayed by her fiancé, and stuck living with her overbearing mother. To say she needs a fresh start is an understatement. When she unexpectedly inherits a house from her long-lost great-aunt Florence in the quaint town of Cobb, Maine, she sees her chance. The plan? Settle the will, sell the house, and rebuild her life—far away from her family.
But Cobb has other ideas. As Daphne settles into Florence’s home, memories of the one summer they spent together resurface—books, to-do lists, and crackling vinyl records. The more she uncovers, the more she realizes how little she knew about her great-aunt, especially when a mysterious clue makes her question Florence’s supposed suicide.
Between eccentric townsfolk, unexpected discoveries, and a mystery she can’t ignore, Daphne’s plans take an unforeseen turn. With the help of new friends, plenty of coffee, and a few surprises, she just might find the belonging she’s been searching for. But if she stays lost in stories instead of writing her own, she might miss out on the real-life happy ending waiting for her in Cobb.
What are people saying about The Daphne Project?
“This well-plotted, fast-paced story is the perfect read.”
— Readers’ Favorite (5 stars), Divine Zape
“It was everything I wanted in a book - heartfelt, immersive, and wholly satisfying.”
— Kara Infante, host of the award-winning podcast Bookish Flights
“Jacqui Lents has crafted a thoughtful, heartfelt novel that lingers long after the final page.”
— Midwest Book Review, Suzie Housley
“This was one of those stories that is jammed packed with so much fun, you just can’t put the book down.”
— Reader Views (5 stars – Highly Recommended), Diana Coyle
The Betty Project
It’s official: Daphne’s best friend, Elizabeth “Betty” Bennet, is getting her own book! Betty and the rest of Cobb will be back in this next feel-good women’s fiction novel. For this second installment in The Cobb Projects series, expect autumn charm, wit, small-town surprises, and a mystery that stays on the cozy side.
Estimated publication date: Summer 2027.
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Where can I order The Daphne Project?
The Print Version
You can find the print book at these independent booksellers. I encourage you to support local businesses and make that your first choice. If your local bookshop doesn’t have it on the shelves, they can order a copy for you.
McLean & Eakin https://mcleanandeakin.com/ 307 E Lake Street, Petoskey, MI 49770
Pages and Peonies pagesandpeonies.com 2751 Alpine Ave NW, Suite 3 Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Calliope Bookshelf calliopebookshelf.com 66870 Van Dyke Ave, Washington, MI 48095
Mockingbird Bookshop mockingbirdbookshop.com 74 Front St, Bath, ME 04530 +1 207-389-4084
Sherman's Maine Coast Book Shop www.shermans.com Bar Harbor 56 Main St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609 +1 207-288-3161. Also has locations in Damariscotta, Boothbay Harbor, Freeport, Rockland, Topsham, Windham, Falmouth, and Portland. The Damariscotta store also features the "Barn Door Baking Company Café"
Online options
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