Discover the past, heal the present.
"The Road Home" is a heartwarming story about self-discovery, acceptance, and healing. The unique aspect of this book is the combination of historical mystery with the present-day journey of the protagonist. Readers who enjoy character-driven stories and are looking for a relatable LGBTQ+ narrative would enjoy this book. The exploration of family dynamics and how they shape our identity is also a strong theme throughout the book, making it a great read for anyone looking for a touching and thought-provoking story.
ISBN: 9780758218544
Authors:
Michael Thomas Ford
Publisher: Kensington
Date of Publication: 2011-05-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.9
(rated by 491 readers)
Description
When a car accident leaves photographer Burke Crenshaw in need of temporary full-time care, he finds himself back in the one place no forty-year-old chooses to be—his childhood bedroom. There, in the Vermont home where he grew up, Burke begins the long process of recuperation, and watches as his widowed father finds happiness in a new relationship that's a constant reminder of everything Burke wants and lacks. Exploring local history, Burke discovers an intriguing series of letters from a Civil War soldier to his fiancé. With the help of librarian Sam Guffrey, he begins to research a 125-year-old mystery that seems to be reaching into the present day. The more Burke delves into the past, the more he's forced to confront the person he has become: the choices he made and those he avoided, his ideas of what it takes to be a successful gay man, his feelings about his mother's death, and the suppressed tension that simmers between himself and his father. Compelling, frankly funny, and often wise, The Road Home is the story of one man's coming to terms with who he is, what he wants out of life, and where he belongs—and the complex, surprising path that finally takes him there.
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