Whatever Is True

The Heart of Africa, Book 1

Claire Oxton has built a steady, fulfilling life as an audiobook narrator, homeschooling mother, and devoted wife. But when a chance encounter on a mountainside with British actor Ed Accrington leads to an unexpected collaboration, her carefully crafted story takes a plot twist she never could have imagined. She finds herself navigating a world of glitz, glamour, and unexpected friendships as she works on an award-winning project with Ed, and begins co-hosting a podcast with Hollywood star Liam McTear. Along the way, she uncovers parts of herself she has left buried for far too long.

As her career grows and her circle widens, Claire must learn to balance her new adventurous life with the comfort of her old one. Her journey carries her from the Canadian Rockies to London, New York, and Los Angeles, opening up the possibility of a daring new project in Africa.

Whatever Is True is a warm, hopeful, and sometimes humorous story about friendships, faith, and the courage to push past self-imposed boundaries to embrace the possibility of something extraordinary. Perfect for listeners who love contemporary fiction that celebrates resilience and the quiet power of connection.

©2026 Claire Oxton (P)2026 Claire Oxton

Had to Have Audiobook, Too!!

I LOVED LOVED LOVED "Whatever Is True”! I finished the hard copy, and the very next day, Amazon let me know that "an author I follow" released a new audiobook. Which author? Why, the amazing Claire Oxton, of course. So I immediately snatched it up on Audible and finished the audiobook in a couple of days. The audiobook made me love the story even more. Can’t wait for the others in this series!

Stole the Breath from my Mortal Lungs

Enchanting. Vibrant.

An absolute joy!

Our main gal, Claire, is that lovely soul that we all admire. And like glitter that gets everywhere, she spreads her sparkle. We get upset when other characters dull her shine and we love the ones that help brighten it. Two such positive characters are Ed Accrington and Liam McTear. Though they are celebrated actors, they act the part of black velvet to Claire's shiny diamond clarity.


Whatever is True (The whole of The Heart of Africa series, actually) really lingers in your heart and mind ~ In the very best way ~ like warm, fond memories dipped in a pleasant nostalgia and drizzled with inspirational icing. Completely lovable, utterly fun, remarkably touching, and totally re-readable.


Here’s what’s really true… THIS BOOK IS AMAZING!


This is not your typical contemporary genre. It's special and unique. It's like a fictional memoire that pulls readers along on Claire's enduring life-adventure that shoves her out of her comfortably mundane yet contented existence and into one of glamour. We are dragged through multiple dream-like experiences that are enriching and delightful.


I had the extreme pleasure of beta reading the entire pre-released series of The Heart of Africa in 2025 and have to let future readers know that there is a spectacular number of mini happily-ever-afters leading up to the finale. Please hang in there for this wild ride! Even if it takes more than 80 days to get around to the end.


I know you’ll enjoy this solid example of joie-de-vivre!