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Reckoning
Naomi Harrington has always been the quiet sister.
The artist. The observer. The one who turns pain into beauty and keeps the worst of herself hidden behind locked studio doors.
But when another envelope from Frieda Harrington surfaces, Naomi is drawn back to the Montauk estate, where her sisters are already tangled in the fallout of their mother’s secrets. The final draft of Frieda’s memoir is no longer just a private confession. It is attracting attention the Harrington sisters cannot afford to ignore. Powerful names are circling the family, and the past Frieda tried to control is beginning to crack open piece by piece. Naomi wants no part of another Harrington storm.
She has her own secret to protect.
As winter closes in, Naomi’s art grows darker, her body grows weaker, and the people who love her begin to notice what she refuses to say. Her sisters are asking questions. Julian, the man who sees too much, is getting dangerously close. And the truth Naomi has buried may be the one secret that changes everything.
In a family built on silence, Naomi must decide how much longer she can hide before the cost becomes too high.
Because some secrets don’t just haunt the past.
They come for the living.
Naomi’s story is an emotional women’s fiction novel about sisterhood, inherited silence, and the terrifying grace of being truly seen.
The artist. The observer. The one who turns pain into beauty and keeps the worst of herself hidden behind locked studio doors.
But when another envelope from Frieda Harrington surfaces, Naomi is drawn back to the Montauk estate, where her sisters are already tangled in the fallout of their mother’s secrets. The final draft of Frieda’s memoir is no longer just a private confession. It is attracting attention the Harrington sisters cannot afford to ignore. Powerful names are circling the family, and the past Frieda tried to control is beginning to crack open piece by piece. Naomi wants no part of another Harrington storm.
She has her own secret to protect.
As winter closes in, Naomi’s art grows darker, her body grows weaker, and the people who love her begin to notice what she refuses to say. Her sisters are asking questions. Julian, the man who sees too much, is getting dangerously close. And the truth Naomi has buried may be the one secret that changes everything.
In a family built on silence, Naomi must decide how much longer she can hide before the cost becomes too high.
Because some secrets don’t just haunt the past.
They come for the living.
Naomi’s story is an emotional women’s fiction novel about sisterhood, inherited silence, and the terrifying grace of being truly seen.
286 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 16, 2026
About the author
Kimberly Thomas
50 books237 followersKimberly Thomas has a passion for writing heartfelt stories that resonate with her readers. With two adult children and a loving husband, she understands the complexities of family dynamics and uses this knowledge to create relatable characters. When she's not writing, she loves to travel and explore new cultures. She finds inspiration in the people she meets and the places she visits, and often incorporates her experiences into her stories.
Kimberly specializes in feel-good women's fiction, clean and wholesome contemporary romance. Her stories focus on love, loss, and the everyday situations that families face. Her writing style is engaging and relatable, and she has a talent for drawing readers in and keeping them hooked until the very end.
Kimberly specializes in feel-good women's fiction, clean and wholesome contemporary romance. Her stories focus on love, loss, and the everyday situations that families face. Her writing style is engaging and relatable, and she has a talent for drawing readers in and keeping them hooked until the very end.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Book three in the House of Harrington is Naomi’s story. Naomi has always been the quiet sister, the peacemaker and the sister who put her wants and needs behind those of her family. She is an artist and uses her art to show her true feelings about life and happiness
The four sisters get a letter from their mother about testing that she had done for BRCA that indicates the heredity of breast and ovarian cancer. The sisters realize that they and their daughters need to be tested. What Naomi doesn’t share with them is that she had recently had a tumor removed and was putting off starting her cancer treatment. There was so much going on in the family as reporters began to ask questions about the book that is being worked on that will expose a powerful family and the sisters have to decide how best to proceed with the plans for the book. They are so busy working on strategy that they don’t notice that their sister is sick and getting sicker. But Naomi doesn’t want to share it with them nor does she want to accept help from her boyfriend (who let me tell you is a real saint!). She kept pushing family away as if believing that if she didn’t talk about it – it might not be real. I understood her motivation for keeping the secret but there were times – especially as she got sicker – that I wanted to just shake her for feeling so unloved by family who truly loved her. This was my favorite book in the series so far and I can’t wait to read Camille’s story next. This is a fantastic series!
The four sisters get a letter from their mother about testing that she had done for BRCA that indicates the heredity of breast and ovarian cancer. The sisters realize that they and their daughters need to be tested. What Naomi doesn’t share with them is that she had recently had a tumor removed and was putting off starting her cancer treatment. There was so much going on in the family as reporters began to ask questions about the book that is being worked on that will expose a powerful family and the sisters have to decide how best to proceed with the plans for the book. They are so busy working on strategy that they don’t notice that their sister is sick and getting sicker. But Naomi doesn’t want to share it with them nor does she want to accept help from her boyfriend (who let me tell you is a real saint!). She kept pushing family away as if believing that if she didn’t talk about it – it might not be real. I understood her motivation for keeping the secret but there were times – especially as she got sicker – that I wanted to just shake her for feeling so unloved by family who truly loved her. This was my favorite book in the series so far and I can’t wait to read Camille’s story next. This is a fantastic series!
July 3, 2026
So disappointing. So frustrating. I adored Books 1 and 2. I love all the details about Joanna in Book 2. Maybe I related to her personality. But everything about her made sense. I was anxious to explore Naomi's life and personality, too. I knew from the beginning of Book 3 it would be sad because she was diagnosed with a disease and in pain. But after about the twentieth time of her holding her stomach and gritting her teeth so she wouldn't vomit and lying about it, I was over it. I love Kimberly Thomas' writing so far; I love the premise of the story (so clever and engaging), but I almost got sick myself reading constantly about Naomi's sickness. I also thought each of the sisters was a little weird in their reactions (and clueless) to Naomi's angst. Fortunately there was Julien. My hero for being real and adorable. I am looking forward to Book 4 and hope it will be more uplifting and realistic with some positive decisions about the memoir. I also hope readers will start the series - maybe skip through a lot of Naomi's physical descriptions in Book 3 because they don't really add anything worthwhile to the basic story about Frieda the mother. BTW, how did Frieda die? Big question. Mmm.
August 26, 2026
The Reckoning, Book 3 - Naomi's Story
In "The House of Harrington, Book 3," Naomi's illness is introduced. How she deals with stage II ovarian cancer reveals her ingrained past with lessons from her long silenced mother, Frieda. Her three sisters' responses to threats about Faith's up coming memoir (the oldest half-sister) are tempered by Naomi. The bridge between her siblings, Naomi continues her peacemaking role while hiding her cancer diagnosis from everyone but Juilian, the man she loves. He has helped her through the surgery and patiently tells her he will not leave even though she wants to spare him the pain of loss if she dies. Naomi tolerates post-surgical pain, nausea and dizziness which slowly increase as she prepares for her art exhibit with Juilian's help. Poignant with flawless writing, the author creates a breath-holding story with a twist at the end requiring Book 4. I can't wait to read it!
This book details powerful relationships with siblings, family secrets and love. Don't miss this series. It guarantees reading long passed midnight!
In "The House of Harrington, Book 3," Naomi's illness is introduced. How she deals with stage II ovarian cancer reveals her ingrained past with lessons from her long silenced mother, Frieda. Her three sisters' responses to threats about Faith's up coming memoir (the oldest half-sister) are tempered by Naomi. The bridge between her siblings, Naomi continues her peacemaking role while hiding her cancer diagnosis from everyone but Juilian, the man she loves. He has helped her through the surgery and patiently tells her he will not leave even though she wants to spare him the pain of loss if she dies. Naomi tolerates post-surgical pain, nausea and dizziness which slowly increase as she prepares for her art exhibit with Juilian's help. Poignant with flawless writing, the author creates a breath-holding story with a twist at the end requiring Book 4. I can't wait to read it!
This book details powerful relationships with siblings, family secrets and love. Don't miss this series. It guarantees reading long passed midnight!
June 21, 2026
Book #3 in the series and it picks up flawlessly where book 2 left off.
Naomi is the "fixer, comforter, peace maker" of the sisters. However, new paperwork is uncovered from their mom, which has the sisters at odds again. Plus reporters are being bolder and asking too many questions.
Meanwhile, Naomi is keeping a secret of her own. She doesn't want to burden her sisters but as what cost??
Thank you to the author for an advanced reader copy.
Per the author - This is Book Three in the House of Harrington, a continuing six-book family saga. Each book delivers major emotional developments and revelations, but the larger family story builds across the series and is best read in order, beginning with Book One: Inheritance.
Naomi is the "fixer, comforter, peace maker" of the sisters. However, new paperwork is uncovered from their mom, which has the sisters at odds again. Plus reporters are being bolder and asking too many questions.
Meanwhile, Naomi is keeping a secret of her own. She doesn't want to burden her sisters but as what cost??
Thank you to the author for an advanced reader copy.
Per the author - This is Book Three in the House of Harrington, a continuing six-book family saga. Each book delivers major emotional developments and revelations, but the larger family story builds across the series and is best read in order, beginning with Book One: Inheritance.
October 11, 2026
Second by draining second
Naomi is the center of this third component of the Harrington House series. I don't want to give spoilers. IMO, the concept for her story was a great idea. But it could easily have been done with at least 100 fewer pages. Example : at least one chapter giving a second- by-second account of the sisters' efforts to avoid opening, much less dealing with, letters from their deceased mother.
I rarely read fiction books in a series, and really had to push myself to finish this. There is a mystery to be solved, but time will tell how far I'm willing to go.
My favorite reading is detail-packed, well-researched non-fiction history. So maybe I have less patience for contrived fiction.
Naomi is the center of this third component of the Harrington House series. I don't want to give spoilers. IMO, the concept for her story was a great idea. But it could easily have been done with at least 100 fewer pages. Example : at least one chapter giving a second- by-second account of the sisters' efforts to avoid opening, much less dealing with, letters from their deceased mother.
I rarely read fiction books in a series, and really had to push myself to finish this. There is a mystery to be solved, but time will tell how far I'm willing to go.
My favorite reading is detail-packed, well-researched non-fiction history. So maybe I have less patience for contrived fiction.
July 23, 2026
Little disappointed
I am loving the House of Harrington series, however book 3, Reckoning, has some areas that have me frustrated.
First thing that that made me sit back and take notice is how the book starts off making Faith sound so weak and needy. She has not come across that way at all in the first books.
Naomi looks at pictures of sisters from the past and sees "Faith" and Joanna, at a graduation with hair too big and eyes too bright. Faith was not there...
The statement "looked at the words till they were blurry" was so over used it drove me crazy.
I enjoy Kimberly Thomas and will continue reading her books. This one just frustrated me a bit.
I am loving the House of Harrington series, however book 3, Reckoning, has some areas that have me frustrated.
First thing that that made me sit back and take notice is how the book starts off making Faith sound so weak and needy. She has not come across that way at all in the first books.
Naomi looks at pictures of sisters from the past and sees "Faith" and Joanna, at a graduation with hair too big and eyes too bright. Faith was not there...
The statement "looked at the words till they were blurry" was so over used it drove me crazy.
I enjoy Kimberly Thomas and will continue reading her books. This one just frustrated me a bit.
July 27, 2026
Naomi is quietly fighting serious health issues. She refuses to share the condition she is facing in an effort to protect her sisters. Meanwhile the sisters receive a letter from their mother with serious news.
Why, oh why does Naomi try to face everything on her own? She shuts out the love of Julian and the concern of her sister Camille, more concerned with preparing for an art show, something she can control
There is also the underlying threat of what will happen when Freida’s story is released.
Thank you to the author for this ARC. This review is my honest opinion.
Why, oh why does Naomi try to face everything on her own? She shuts out the love of Julian and the concern of her sister Camille, more concerned with preparing for an art show, something she can control
There is also the underlying threat of what will happen when Freida’s story is released.
Thank you to the author for this ARC. This review is my honest opinion.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Naomi has already had a procedure without telling her sisters and then receives an envelope with very important information from her mother that confirms her suspicions. She has always kept the piece and continues to try to keep her sisters and boyfriend in the dark so they won't worry. I understand why she did it in a way, but it got really annoying at times how she just pushed everyone away. I really enjoy this series and can't wait to read Camille's story.
June 16, 2026
Reckoning is book 3 in the House of Harrington by Kimberly Thomas 4.5 stars
Up next is Naomi, who’s drawn back home when another letter appears from her mother Frieda and now there’s still more fallout from the secrets, except Naomi also has hidden secrets that could change everything…emotional, keeping everyone in the dark, the peacemaker, her art exhibit and more…
I voluntarily read a copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Up next is Naomi, who’s drawn back home when another letter appears from her mother Frieda and now there’s still more fallout from the secrets, except Naomi also has hidden secrets that could change everything…emotional, keeping everyone in the dark, the peacemaker, her art exhibit and more…
I voluntarily read a copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 21, 2026
Another unput-downable read! Book three picks up seamlessly from the first two, so definitely read them in order to fully appreciate the story. Kimberly introduces a compelling new character who holds their own alongside the existing cast, adding fresh energy to the dynamics.
The push and pull in the family drama is especially gripping; it feels authentic and emotionally real, which kept me fully invested from start to finish.
I can’t wait to see where she takes the story in book 4.
The push and pull in the family drama is especially gripping; it feels authentic and emotionally real, which kept me fully invested from start to finish.
I can’t wait to see where she takes the story in book 4.
August 15, 2026
Cancer
I’m a cancer survivor. I didn’t have a support system. I went through it alone.
Naomi’s cancer story started in denial. She didn’t tell her sisters. She did have her boyfriend Julien. He was there for her but at various times she pushed him away. She postponed treatment. I found that writing ridiculous foolish and frankly stupid. It didn’t ring true. I closed the book, no longer interested.
I’m a cancer survivor. I didn’t have a support system. I went through it alone.
Naomi’s cancer story started in denial. She didn’t tell her sisters. She did have her boyfriend Julien. He was there for her but at various times she pushed him away. She postponed treatment. I found that writing ridiculous foolish and frankly stupid. It didn’t ring true. I closed the book, no longer interested.
August 31, 2026
Emotional
This has got to be the best of the six books in this series. (Although, I haven’t read six yet). It’s heartwarming and heart wrenching at the same time. It’s a breakthrough for all the sisters to come together. But please be aware it deals with Cancer and if that’s too hard for you, don’t read it.
This has got to be the best of the six books in this series. (Although, I haven’t read six yet). It’s heartwarming and heart wrenching at the same time. It’s a breakthrough for all the sisters to come together. But please be aware it deals with Cancer and if that’s too hard for you, don’t read it.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I thought this was another really good book in this series. It’s fast moving and I had a hard time putting it down. I was annoyed with Naomi and her pushing everyone away and not telling them what was going on. I couldn’t help but feel she was being selfish.
Looking forward to the next one.
Looking forward to the next one.
June 17, 2026
Wow!!
What an interesting story. I can't wait to read the next in the series. Naomi has a lot to deal with. All of the sisters has a story of their own. It is exciting to read about each one.
What an interesting story. I can't wait to read the next in the series. Naomi has a lot to deal with. All of the sisters has a story of their own. It is exciting to read about each one.
August 5, 2026
Don't leave me....
How different decisions make the paths go awry. Four sisters faced with deciding when to read a missive from their late mother. Must they dream about it or take action. What they decide changes their plans for survival. Well done KT.....
How different decisions make the paths go awry. Four sisters faced with deciding when to read a missive from their late mother. Must they dream about it or take action. What they decide changes their plans for survival. Well done KT.....
August 16, 2026
Naomi’s story is the focus of book 3 in this series. The secret, the pain, and the hiding away that causes physical, mental and emotional pain. The story of the Harrington girls continues as their relationship grows and they focus on telling their family history and the outcome it might cause.
August 25, 2026
Naomi is so beautiful
I think I like this sister best! But I will keep reading till I have finished the series, so I can better decide. My only complaint is that it draws it out a bit too long...
I think I like this sister best! But I will keep reading till I have finished the series, so I can better decide. My only complaint is that it draws it out a bit too long...
October 17, 2026
Secrets upon secrets
I found myself getting too involved. I worked many years as an oncology nurse. I had seen patients like
Nicole. I was getting frustrated by her refusal to accept support and to be proactive instead reactive. The story drew me in and took over.
I found myself getting too involved. I worked many years as an oncology nurse. I had seen patients like
Nicole. I was getting frustrated by her refusal to accept support and to be proactive instead reactive. The story drew me in and took over.
July 8, 2026
Great series!
September 9, 2026
It was a really good book but it was drawn out I. Spots felt like I reading the same thing over and over again
October 1, 2026
Great series! Family drama with suspense
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