About The Scarlet D by Kirsten Pursell
New love. Old flame. Boy toy.
Who said starting over in your fifties wasn’t complicated?
Fueled by the unrealistic expectations of Nicholas Sparks’ novels, Scarlet sets her sights on South Carolina as the backdrop for her new beginning. After a thirty-year marriage, divorce offers her a chance to start over, far from the reminders of a past life.
Scarlet begins life on Sullivan’s Island, seeking like-minded women as she joins a divorced women’s book club. She finds herself in a world of unexpected complexities. When she reveals her past, judgment is harsh.
On Sullivan’s Island, Scarlet’s dormant desires are awakened as she meets Ben, an attractive younger man. However, a chance encounter with the self-assured, age-appropriate Beau opens her heart to the possibility of love. But will the unexpected arrival of the man who nearly broke her make her reconsider her choices?
As Scarlet settles into her new life, she dissects her past, embraces second chances, and finds herself open to the complications of starting over in her fifties.
From award-winning author Kirsten Pursell, follow Scarlet as she navigates self-discovery, love, and friendship later in life in this coming-of-middle-age romance.
Recipient of Literary Titan Silver Book Award (2024) and Reader’s Favorite 5 Stars (2024). Early praise from removers:
“This is that well-written, can’t-put-it-down book that speaks to the very real emotional and social issues that confront the single, “older, middle-aged” woman.” -Amazon reviewer
“Beautifully written, provocative, honest and heartfelt.” -Amazon reviewer
“…a captivating exploration of love, self-discovery, and reinvention set against the sun-soaked backdrop of Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina.” -Amazon reviewer
“The Scarlet D is an inspiring read, especially for women navigating new beginnings. Pursell’s storytelling is both entertaining and uplifting, creating a romance that highlights the power of resilience, self-discovery, and the excitement of finding love on one’s own terms.” – Literary Titan
“The plot is immersive, featuring a couple of unexpected reveals that are sure to take readers by surprise… Contemporary romance readers will love this book!” -Reader’s Favorite
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Kirsten Pursell is an American indie author. Released in November 2024, The Scarlet D is her fifth novel. Her fourth book, Long Enough to Love You, earned numerous awards in women’s fiction, divorce fiction and romance. Previous works include her memoir, On Becoming Me: Memoir of an 80’s Teenager, and two additional novels: Harvard and Company Clown. Her books have been downloaded over 15,000 times and have been #1 in select Amazon categories.
Outside of writing, she is an avid swimmer who enjoys training and competing in open water and pool events near and far. She is fluent in German, loves to channel her inner mermaid through SCUBA adventures, and will travel just about anywhere given the opportunity. Time with her now adult children is her favorite (a nonfat latte a strong second). She lives in the San Diego beach community of Ocean Beach.