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A Refreshingly Witty and Moving Novel that Uncovers the True Meaning of "Home"

Aggie B. Wing and her brother, Thorne, are relocating again, with their writer-mom dropping them off for the summer in Ludwig, Maine, with their estranged ninety-one-year-old grandfather who receives phone calls in his leg and happens to sleep all day. "Mom's left us a lot," Aggie says. "She left us in Dayton, Denver, and Detroit. She left us in Tucson and Teaneck. I make it sound like a song, but it's true. Except that we never did live in Tucson, I just needed another T-town. Anyway, if we had lived in Tucson, she would have left us there too. Unlike Dad, she always does come back."

Still, Aggie is determined to find some good in this move. What's not to like about a two-bit town in the middle of nowhere with only a Quikstop, a funny old church called Our Lady of the Wilderness, and a tiny island full of cat bones? Once Aggie begins exploring the town and meets the indelible Mad, however, things start to get really interesting. Could there be miracles at play in Ludwig? More specifically, could this quirky town be home for once and all?

In a stunning debut novel, Charlotte Agell proves that finding your way home can happen in the most unexpected of ways. The story is refreshingly witty and moving, uncovering the true meaning of "home" through the eyes of Aggie and her brother Thorne. As they navigate the eccentric characters and unusual circumstances of Ludwig, they are forced to confront their own preconceptions about what it means to belong and where they truly belong.

The writing is both poignant and humorous, capturing the complexities of family relationships and the search for identity. Agell's vivid descriptions of the town and its inhabitants bring the setting to life, making it a character in its own right. The interactions between Aggie, Thorne, their grandfather, and the mysterious Mad are both charming and thought-provoking, as the characters grapple with issues of trust, forgiveness, and the meaning of home.

Throughout the novel, Agell masterfully weaves together themes of displacement, belonging, and the power of community. As Aggie and Thorne navigate the challenges of their unconventional upbringing, they come to realize that home is not just a physical place, but a state of mind and heart. The story's unexpected twists and turns keep readers engaged, while the underlying emotional depth and resonance make it a truly memorable and impactful read.

In the end, "A Refreshingly Witty and Moving Novel that Uncovers the True Meaning of 'Home'" is a testament to the enduring power of family, the resilience of the human spirit, and the transformative power of finding one's true place in the world. Charlotte Agell's debut is a stunning achievement, a captivating and poignant exploration of the complexities of home and the search for belonging.

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