The reviews are in . . .
"The Road to Stillwater" is a masterfully crafted story that tugs at the heartstrings and leaves you pondering the complexities of family long after the final page. Mazza paints Stillwater, Vermont, with a vivid brush, making the town itself a character steeped in secrets and nostalgia. Ashley Keller's journey is both heart-wrenching and hopeful, as she peels back the layers of her father's past and confronts her own unresolved emotions. This novel is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a deeply moving exploration of love, loss, and the enduring power of home. - Booksource
--
In 1984, the quiet town of Stillwater, Vermont, holds a hidden legacy that will upend everything Ashley Keller thought she knew. Amidst the town's deep-seated secrets, she must confront love, loss, and the legacy of her father's choices.
Returning to Stillwater after a decade away, Ashley Keller finds herself back in her childhood home, drawn back by the news of her father's passing and the weight of unresolved family secrets. Inheriting her father's cluttered antique shop, she is thrust into a world filled with memories, both cherished and painful. As Ashley navigates the remnants of her father's life, she confronts her estranged brother Owen, whose resentment simmers beneath the surface, and meets Miriam, a mysterious woman who claims to have been a close friend of her father's.
When Ashley uncovers letters revealing a complex portrait of her father-one that intertwines love, loss, and hidden relationships-she begins to question everything she thought she knew about her family. With each discovery, the past unfolds in unexpected ways, challenging Ashley to reconcile her memories with the truths she unearths.
The Road to Stillwater is a poignant exploration of family bonds, forgiveness, and the journey back to oneself. As Ashley delves deeper into her father's world and confronts the ghosts of their shared history, she must decide whether to embrace the legacy he left behind or forge a new path forward. In this beautifully woven tale of connection and discovery, Philip Mazza invites readers to reflect on the ties that bind us and the power of returning home.
Will Ashley find the strength to embrace her father's memory and forge a new path forward?
