This novel tells the story of Dr. Wilbur Larch—saint and obstetrician, founder and director of the orphanage in the town of St. Cloud's, Maine, and a man of rare compassion and an addiction to ether. Dr. Larch loves all his orphans, especially Homer Wells, who is never adopted and becomes his invaluable apprentice. As Homer comes of age, he must leave the only home he's ever known to explore the world outside, a world filled with temptations and moral dilemmas, from the struggle over abortion to the question of what constitutes a family.

"11/22/63" is a science fiction novel by Stephen King that follows the story of Jake Epping, a high school English teacher who discovers a portal that leads to 1958. After being convinced by his friend Al to use the portal to prevent the assassination of John F. Kennedy, Jake embarks on a journey through time to change the course of history. Along the way, he falls in love with a woman named Sadie and faces various obstacles that threaten to alter the timeline he is trying to change. The book explores themes of love, loss, and the consequences of trying to change the past.

"Cost" is a gripping novel that explores the devastating impact of drug addiction on a family. The story centers around a mother who is a painter, her two grown sons, one of whom is a heroin addict, and her elderly parents. The narrative delves into the complexities of familial relationships, the struggles of dealing with addiction, and the harsh realities of aging, all set against the backdrop of a summer in Maine. The family's struggle to help their addicted son while dealing with their own personal issues provides a heart-wrenching exploration of love, responsibility, and the true cost of choices made.