Katharine's Remarkable Road Trip
by Gail Ward Olmsted
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Pub Date 13 Jun 2024 | Archive Date 30 Jul 2024
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Description
"An uplifting and heartwarming tale of resilience, friendship, and the pursuit of a life brimming with adventure and purpose." -Booklist
If you loved Landscape of a Marriage by Gail Ward Olmsted, you'll absolutely adore Katharine's Remarkable Road Trip.
In the fall of 1907, Katharine decides to drive from Newport, Rhode Island to her new home in Jackson, New Hampshire. Despite the concerns of her family and friends that at the age of 77 she lacks the stamina for the nearly 300-mile journey, Katharine sets out alone. Over the next six days, she receives a marriage proposal, pulls an all-nighter, saves a life or two, crashes a high-society event, meets a kindred spirit, faces a former rival, makes a new friend, takes a stroll with a future movie mogul, advises a troubled newlywed, and reflects upon a life well lived: her own!
Join her as she embarks upon her remarkable road trip.
A Note From the Publisher
Advance Praise
"An uplifting and heartwarming tale of resilience, friendship, and the pursuit of a life brimming with adventure and purpose." -Booklist
"Embark on the trip of a lifetime alongside Katharine Wormeley, an inspirational and charming historical character - a must-read!" -Sublime Book Review
"A captivating read infused with the essence of biographical historical fiction" as well as "a deep and nuanced exploration of the life and times of a truly remarkable woman." -Literary Titan
"They say the best authors reveal character not by describing it to the reader, but by revealing it through the protagonist's actions. I dare you to find anyone better at this art than Olmsted." -Cam Torrens, bestselling author of Stable and False Summit
"The characters are diverse and well developed, the memories are vivid, and Olmsted's flawless descriptions of early 20th century America will put you in Kate's shoes for the entire journey." -Gary Gerlacher, author of Last Patient of the Night and Faulty Bloodline
"If you love genuine characters and the commentary that's shared, as well as more than a few surprises, be sure to pick up Katherine's Remarkable Road Trip, and join her on the ride of a lifetime." -Mary Ann Noe, author of Water the Color of Slate
"This excellent novel reminds us that there are so many women in history whose stories need to be told. Because Katharine's life was so remarkable, it isn't too far-fetched to imagine that she did indeed have a remarkable road trip like this toward the end of her life." -Diane Nagatomo, author of The Butterfly Cafe
"With surprise turns and encounters along the way, I felt myself going right along on an adventurous ride and loving every minute of it." -Lucille Guarino, author of Elizabeth's Mountain
"The details of her trip will delight the reader as she challenges the mores and manners of the time, with only a nod to the requirements of the road. This novel is entertaining and informative, the best of both." -Shirley Miller Kamada, author of No Quiet Water
"Buckle up and take this quirky road trip with Kate. You'll want to hug her and call her friend." -Linda Rosen, author of The Emerald Necklace
"Kate makes me want to take a road trip. She's lovable and charming, and her voice... SO GOOD." -Kerry Chaput, author of the Defying the Crown series
"I enjoyed reading about Katherine's life. She sounds like a fascinating woman who was slightly ahead of her time." -Jean M. Roberts, multi-genre author
Available Editions
EDITION | Ebook |
ISBN | 9781685134327 |
PRICE | US$5.99 (USD) |
PAGES | 230 |