Ocean Child, A Novel

Reeling from the loss of her mother and struggling with addiction, Miriam Worthington hires a private investigator to find her father, discovering not only his existence but also two half-sisters, Julia Corning and Catrina McDavid.

Julia, eager to escape her emotionally distant father, moves to Manly Beach, forging a new life in the surfing community. Despite setbacks at work and a strained romance with a high-profile athlete, her bond with Miriam becomes a source of strength. When their father dies, she chooses family over personal ambitions, relocating to Los Angeles to support Miriam’s recovery.

Miriam, a successful but self-destructive actress, spirals further after her mother’s death. A new Hollywood opportunity briefly lifts her career before her old habits lead to disaster. Facing a health crisis and professional ruin, she finally accepts help, with Julia’s support pushing her toward rehab and renewal.

Catrina, the most skeptical of the sisters, is deeply focused on her career when she learns of their connection. Drawn into a morally questionable start-up, she struggles with ethical dilemmas while avoiding her newfound family. Only after their father’s death does she open up, finding unexpected support in her sisters and the courage to reclaim her integrity.

As their lives intertwine, the sisters move from strangers to family, reshaping their identities and futures through resilience, connection, and second chances.