‘A sweeping romantic drama with a touch of magical realism. ...Cleeton's ability to pull readers in quickly and deeply through her storytelling makes her a go-to author for an immersive reading experience. ...Vivian and Joe's love is unforgettable, and so is Cleeton's writing.’—NPR
When an astronaut is lost in space, his wife relives their epic love as she attempts to unravel what truly happened to him, in this sweeping love story set against the backdrop of the 1960s Space Race, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Story of Eva Fuentes.
When Joe Mitchell launches into space, the world is watching. It’s 1968, and the country waits with anticipation and excitement for another successful mission, another celebration as America sets its sights on the Moon. And then comes the knock at the door.
Joe Mitchell’s spacecraft has lost contact. He and his fellow astronauts onboard are feared to be dead. It’s his wife Vivian’s worst nightmare come to life, her grief suddenly taking center stage as the nation waits and mourns. In her quiet moments, Vivian relives their memorable story, unable to accept that this is the end to a love that felt as though it was written in the stars.
As the investigation surrounding Joe’s lost spacecraft intensifies and the mishap is written off as an operator error, Vivian is determined to clear her husband’s name and uncover the mystery of what happened in space. When someone starts sending Vivian messages—messages she believes only Joe could send—she begins to wonder if their love is stronger than space and time, and she’ll do whatever it takes to bring her husband back to her.
Genre: Historical
When an astronaut is lost in space, his wife relives their epic love as she attempts to unravel what truly happened to him, in this sweeping love story set against the backdrop of the 1960s Space Race, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Story of Eva Fuentes.
When Joe Mitchell launches into space, the world is watching. It’s 1968, and the country waits with anticipation and excitement for another successful mission, another celebration as America sets its sights on the Moon. And then comes the knock at the door.
Joe Mitchell’s spacecraft has lost contact. He and his fellow astronauts onboard are feared to be dead. It’s his wife Vivian’s worst nightmare come to life, her grief suddenly taking center stage as the nation waits and mourns. In her quiet moments, Vivian relives their memorable story, unable to accept that this is the end to a love that felt as though it was written in the stars.
As the investigation surrounding Joe’s lost spacecraft intensifies and the mishap is written off as an operator error, Vivian is determined to clear her husband’s name and uncover the mystery of what happened in space. When someone starts sending Vivian messages—messages she believes only Joe could send—she begins to wonder if their love is stronger than space and time, and she’ll do whatever it takes to bring her husband back to her.
Genre: Historical
Praise for this book
"A tale as beautiful as it is compelling... Explores the human element of the 1960s space race with nuance and ingenuity, shining a light on the bravery and sacrifice of the many women behind the scenes. The sweeping romance at the heart of the novel invites us to consider the immensity of both love and the universe, as well as their inherent mysteries, creating a powerful, thought-provoking, and moving read." - Kristin Beck
"A sweeping, deeply moving novel that honors the women behind the men who reached for the stars. The thrill of the space race collides with the private stress of being an astronaut's wife, revealing the emotional labor, silenced ambition, and quiet resilience demanded of women in the 1960s. A timeless love story - and a powerful testament to women claiming their voices." - Eliza Knight
"An infinitely pleasurable read, it makes us yearn for the kind of love Cleeton depicts so beautifully: one that transcends the ordinariness of time and space and is, quite simply, extraordinary. The story also brings to life the early years of the Space Program and I was fascinated by the scenes of hope and despair as the astronauts and their families tackle what seems to be impossible - sending a man not just into space, but all the way to the moon. Chanel's incredible range as a writer is on full display in this dazzling novel.'" - Natasha Lester
"An Infinite Love Story is the kind of book that makes you think as much as feel, and wish as much as wonder. This poignant tribute to the kind of love that defies every earthly constraint will stay with you long past the final pages. Fresh, riveting, dreamy." - Laura Taylor Namey
"Cleeton's most deeply personal and deeply moving book yet! As an Air Force spouse herself, Cleeton paints Vivian's agony for her husband's safety and her frustration with a system built on the unseen labor of its military wives with keen understanding and endless sympathy. Both a tender romantic drama and a fascinating deep dive into the 1960s space race, An Infinite Love Story soars as high as its astronauts." - Kate Quinn
"This story takes off like a rocket and keeps soaring to its very profound ending, which will leave readers believing in the infinite power of love. Fans of Cleeton will applaud this departure into a new horizon, proving that she is a master storyteller and one of the reigning queens of historical fiction and fiction in general." - Renée Rosen
"A sweeping, deeply moving novel that honors the women behind the men who reached for the stars. The thrill of the space race collides with the private stress of being an astronaut's wife, revealing the emotional labor, silenced ambition, and quiet resilience demanded of women in the 1960s. A timeless love story - and a powerful testament to women claiming their voices." - Eliza Knight
"An infinitely pleasurable read, it makes us yearn for the kind of love Cleeton depicts so beautifully: one that transcends the ordinariness of time and space and is, quite simply, extraordinary. The story also brings to life the early years of the Space Program and I was fascinated by the scenes of hope and despair as the astronauts and their families tackle what seems to be impossible - sending a man not just into space, but all the way to the moon. Chanel's incredible range as a writer is on full display in this dazzling novel.'" - Natasha Lester
"An Infinite Love Story is the kind of book that makes you think as much as feel, and wish as much as wonder. This poignant tribute to the kind of love that defies every earthly constraint will stay with you long past the final pages. Fresh, riveting, dreamy." - Laura Taylor Namey
"Cleeton's most deeply personal and deeply moving book yet! As an Air Force spouse herself, Cleeton paints Vivian's agony for her husband's safety and her frustration with a system built on the unseen labor of its military wives with keen understanding and endless sympathy. Both a tender romantic drama and a fascinating deep dive into the 1960s space race, An Infinite Love Story soars as high as its astronauts." - Kate Quinn
"This story takes off like a rocket and keeps soaring to its very profound ending, which will leave readers believing in the infinite power of love. Fans of Cleeton will applaud this departure into a new horizon, proving that she is a master storyteller and one of the reigning queens of historical fiction and fiction in general." - Renée Rosen
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