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AudioBook information:
Author: Laura Murphy, Bret Witter
Narrated by: Laura Murphy
Release date: July 14, 2026
Audiobook Duration: 5 h 14 min
Summary: A romantic, life-affirming memoir about a young woman’s solo honeymoon to Europe after her fiancé’s sudden death weeks before their wedding, and the community of hope and wonder she built along the way
When Laura and Devon sat down to plan their honeymoon, Castellina in Chianti, Italy, was the obvious destination. Four months later, Laura found herself standing in a secret spot at the edge of the village watching the sunset. It would have been perfect, if Devon had been there with her. But Laura’s fiancé, the love of her life, had died in her arms a month before their wedding.
The Solo Honeymoon follows Laura as she faces her fears and heartbreak by going alone on the honeymoon she had planned with Devon. From screaming from the mountaintops in Ireland to wandering the busy streets of London to dining on the French Riviera and watching the sun set over Castellina, Laura travels across Europe to find solid ground. Along the way, readers learn her unique love story and come to know Devon and what made their relationship so special.
The result is a beautiful exploration of what it means to choose life in the face of unimaginable pain. The Solo Honeymoon shines a light on the joy of love, the depths of grief, and all the beauty there is in the world.
Reviews:
Praise for The Solo Honeymoon
“A visceral memoir about honeymooning alone amid the shock of her fiancé’s sudden death weeks before their wedding… Murphy conjures the liminal strangeness of grief, honing in on its sharpest, most surreal aspects… This profound look at learning to live with unfathomable sorrow resonates.” —Publishers Weekly
“This memoir acts as an endcap to her and Devon’s story and offers inspiration to anyone who may be struggling after a crippling loss.” —Booklist
“A moving account of a brave response to a particularly cruel twist of fate, deeper and truer than TikTok could ever tell.” —Kirkus
“Beautifully told and wise beyond its years, The Solo Honeymoon is a testament to the enduring nature of true love. In the wake of the loss of her fiancé, Murphy articulates a grief as beautiful and expansive as the globe she traveled in his memory.” —Abby Maslin, Washington Post bestselling author of Love You Hard
“The Solo Honeymoon is Laura Murphy’s raw, honest, and devastating journey after the sudden death of her fiancé. Despite the fog of grief, and her deep ties to her Newfoundland home, family, friends, and her dogs, she decides to take their planned honeymoon alone. Millions on TikTok follow her journey, encouraging her to go on. Now readers will have the chance to accompany her further and more deeply on her remarkable road of love, loss, and survival. Laura won my heart with her courage and honesty. Her story will win yours.” —Shelley Saywell, author of If Only Love
“A heartfelt journey through love and loss, The Solo Honeymoon is a touching reminder of the resilience found in embracing life even in the face of deep sorrow and celebrates the enduring power of love. Perfect for anyone who has ever loved deeply.” —Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, bestselling author of Closer Together
About the Author:
Laura Murphy intended to chronicle her solo honeymoon on TikTok for family and friends, but instead, millions cheered for her as she explored if “life was still worth living” after devastating loss. A life-long book lover, she spent the next year focused on healing and writing, before resuming her career as a lawyer. Murphy lives in St. John’s, Newfoundland with her two dogs (yes you can ask her for pictures). The Solo Honeymoon is her first book.