Catch of the Day by Kristan Higgins

This document provides excerpts from the novel "Catch of the Day" by Kristan Higgins, including a dedication, table of contents, and thirty-three chapters. The narrative focuses on Maggie, the owner of Joe's Diner, and her romantic pursuits in the small town of Gideon's Cove, particularly her unrequited feelings for the local priest, Father Tim, and a complex relationship with a quiet lobsterman known only as Malone. Maggie navigates small-town gossip, family dynamics (including her twin sister Christy and judgmental mother), and attempts to find love, ultimately facing misunderstandings and revealing personal truths that lead to a potential connection with Malone. The excerpts capture the protagonist's voice and humor, highlighting her struggles with relationships and her connection to her community and her beloved diner.