Expiration Dates; A Novel

A Captivating Novel About Love, Fate, and Taking Control of Your Own Story

From the New York Times bestselling author of In Five Years and One Italian Summer comes a heartfelt and thought-provoking tale about a woman who decides to trust herself instead of waiting for the universe to guide her.

For as long as she can remember, Daphne Bell has believed that fate has a plan for her. Every time she meets a man, she mysteriously receives a slip of paper with his name and a number—the exact length of their time together. She’s spent three days in Paris with Martin, five weeks in San Francisco with Noah, and three months with Hugo, her ex-boyfriend-turned-best-friend. For over twenty years, she’s wondered if she would ever receive a name without an expiration date.

Then, on the night of a blind date at her favorite Los Angeles restaurant, she finally does. The name on the slip is Jake—with no number attached.

As Daphne and Jake’s relationship unfolds, she begins to question the prediction, grappling with what it truly means to be committed and honest. Because Daphne holds a secret—one that could change everything if Jake ever discovered the truth.

Both heart-wrenching and heartwarming, [Book Title] is a moving exploration of love, destiny, and the power of making your own choices. Fans of Rebecca Serle will find themselves swept up in Daphne’s journey to find a love that’s meant to last.