The House of Tides
Perched high upon a hill, the house of Clifftops is a presence. Grand and imposing, it once sheltered the Tide family from the trials of life, but now it only hides the family’s secrets. Formerly a close family, the Tides were torn apart one fateful summer day. Unable to face their grief, the family slowly disintegrates, and only the mother, Helen, remains in the home, which has become a monument to her grief and regret. Daughter Dora has tried to put that tragic day behind and move on, though that has left her mostly estranged from her family. With her unexpected pregnancy with her longtime boyfriend, Dora begins to consider what it means to become a mother, and she reaches out to her mother, father, and sister, seeking to repair their broken relationships. An engaging family drama with a well-crafted story line and spirited characters. --Eve Gaus