Book Review:: Once and Again | Rebecca Serle

We’ve all had those moments, those crossroads moments, when we can see two paths stretching out before us, and we have to pick between them. Or something happens that is the furthest thing from our plans we wish we could erase them.

Well—what if you could?

Once and Again by Rebecca Serle Book Cover

This is a family saga that will tug at your heart. There is just a touch of magical realism here, but it’s load bearing. I’m not always the biggest fan of it, and in this case my rational mind wanted to protest in a few places, but I went along for the ride, the emotional experiment of it all, and I came away appreciating it.

Lauren is at one of those crossroads we talked about before. But she has a chance to make one change, thanks to a legacy in the women of her family. But only one, and she’s been saving it to save her father from his health condition. But she realizes she might need it for something else, after all.

This book has plenty to rachet up the tension: choices going forward, choices made in the past, and the kind of soul-searching that makes you think about your life differently.

You know you’re in good hands with Rebecca Serle. This one is no exception. Also, the audiobook is narrated by Julia Whelan—the queen—so that’s always an excellent option!

Note:: I received an early copy of this book from the publisher through netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

Details

Title:: Once and Again
Author:: Rebecca Serle
Genre:: Women’s Fiction
Publisher:: Atria Books
Length:: 256 pages
Published:: March 10th, 2026
The Litertarian Rating:: 4-Stars