Peyton loses her beloved father, making her an orphan as her mother had died years before. She is shocked to find that her family farm's future in under threat due to her father's seemingly bad management. Peyton needs to take stock and reassess her future to ensure that the farm and it's inhabitants both two and four legged stay put.

Growing up with a lauded painter for a mother whose moods dominated the household, Peyton has hidden her own artistic talents. Now can she finally share her talent with the world and make a new future for herself and her chosen family?

A story of survival, horses and love triangles

She Died Then Showed Me is a thoughtful story about generational conflicts, grief, and secrets that can fracture families.

The main character is an art restorer and artist who has just lost her father and is still dealing with a complicated relationship with her late mother, but amidst her loss, she has to save her family ranch.

It took me some time to connect with the main character Peyton because she comes from old money and her ex-boyfriend is not a great guy, however, the author was excellent at showing Peyton's strengths and sweet nature at the right times, and I ended up loving her character.

I liked how naturally the relationships between Peyton and her new love interest developed, as well as her relationship with the ranch workers and her friends. It did feel at times that I would want to see more of Peyton's inner thoughts instead of the feelings being revealed in the dialogue, but that is just my preference.

The descriptions of New Mexico landscapes were beautifully written, and I loved the inclusion of the Navajo lore. As someone coming from a Northern European country, it was fascinating to live on a ranch in New Mexico for a little while, and it urged me to learn more about this state and its art history.

Thank you very much, NetGalley, for the chance to read this ARC!