Rosemary Beach is a love story like no other. Rosemary's family was hard working, but broken. As a child, Rosemary was extremely creative; her tales cause deep laughter. Already married once to a man who was unfaithful; she finally met the man of her dreams. Their wealthy lifestyle was a reverie to her. The biggest blessing was not any of the "things" but an unexpected gift which she never imagined. The blessing was accompanied by a loss. As happy as the gift made her, the loss was unbearable. The ending is so surprising that you may want to read Rosemary Beach again. "Rosemary's Group" may be an example of healing that others could create. God is her Rock and remains such through the entire book. You will laugh at Lucy, cry with Rosemary and dream of a life such as hers.